The quick answer is: there are! You just have to know where to look. In fact, the acoustic treatment in professional recording studios extends past simple acoustic panels. Instead, all aspects of a studio’s acoustics are taken into consideration in the initial planning phase before construction. This means that the room itself is specifically designed with the acoustics in mind.
Types of acoustic treatments found in recording studios
Bass traps
Bass traps are a type of acoustic treatment specifically designed to absorb low-frequency sounds, but can also absorb mid to high frequencies.
Acoustic Panels
These are made to absorb mid to high-frequency sounds and are used in the supplement to bass traps. These panels can also be used for soundproofing.
Diffusers
Diffusers don’t remove sound energy from rooms like bass traps or acoustic panels. Instead, they are used to treat sound aberrations such as echos.
In addition, acoustic design and treatment for recording studios can also include specifically offset wall angles, floating floors, and HVAC.
WHERE are THESE Acoustic Panels hidden?
Acoustic treatments, like the ones mentioned above, might not be immediately visible to the untrained eye, as they are most likely hidden behind fabric walls or other architectural details.
