#Acoustic diffusers

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Acoustics for a home theater

Acoustics for a home theater should be vital for any home heather lover as acoustic reproduction is important in creating lively performances in home entertainment.

To optimize home theatre acoustics, you have to optimize the sound equipment and speaker positions in your room to enhance the performance of your system.

Nonetheless, to create the best ambience, sound equipment and speakers are not sufficient to structure a proper sound system along with acoustic diffusers. You require more and require a good acoustics treatment.

Acoustic conditions are vital in enhancing the overall comfort level of the space in your home theatre room. Considering sound reproduction is important for the enjoyment and overall integrity of home entertainment for the sake of those enthusiasts. This implies creating great sound for everybody in the room.

To accomplish good acoustics, you can apply some additional tools to support the work of sound equipment and the work of speakers. You should consider controlling wall noise for sound absorption in areas that do not have aesthetic consideration. This foam can be used to create an effective technique of energy transfer that works much better than draperies or curtains by enhancing the surface area and deploying sound waves over a wide range of material.

Moreover, put your complete effort to stop the volume of the sound created and to control harmful noise levels in your theatre room from impacting other rooms in the house as it would disturb the other family members and also lessen the entire system performances. Consider using double drywall to ensure sound rejection at specific frequencies.

Home theatre acoustics have become more important than before for quality home theatre sound and to control db noise level. Therefore, treat the makeup of your room as another audio component and you will have excellent watching experience.

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Head canons

Post death-cure, safe haven

Thomas, Newt, Newtmas

I warn you this post is very long so welcome to he inner workings of my brain and 3am

Thomas

- ADHD!! You can’t tell me I’m wrong (this is kinda canon but it’s never actually mentioned) Will hyper fixate on things and neglect his well being

- His eyes are hazel, but they go green in sunlight with a lil bit of gold- that’s why newt’s favourite colour is green because its Tommy’s eye colour in sunlight but he won’t admit it he just says it’s a nice colour

- The type of person who does puzzles for fun. Again he will hyper fixate on a puzzle or task and won’t rest until he’s finished (unless Newt drags him to bed which he has done many times)

- Wakes up at 5am to go on runs with Minho. Minho wakes him up because Thomas gets made if he doesn’t and feels unproductive

- Cold showers all the time- unless he’s showering with Newt, then they compromise because Newt likes hot showers

- Either he’s extremely smart or extremely stupid. There is no in between. He could be going on about diffusion and the movement of particles between galaxies but then he doesn’t know how to tie his own shoe lace without making a huge knot he can never undo.

- He has extreme survivors guilt from everything happened to the point where he has panic attacks because of it. He always feels so guilty for helping WICKED, which of course no one blames him for but he always feels like he betrayed them and on the worst days he feels like he deserved to die for helping them hurt his friends.

Newt

- my baby has separation anxiety (I’m sorry!!) he constantly needs reassurance that the others still like him and especially from Thomas after they get together (which happens I will not be told otherwise) that Thomas still loves him and isn’t going to leave him

- This is also because some of the other treat him differently after he was cured- sometimes treating him like he’s fragile and delicate which Newt hates- he fears that the others don’t trust him and feels like he’s not cured and he’s going to snap and hurt them

- Being sick is also a huge trigger for him- he has a weaker immune system than the others due to the fact that he isn’t immune like they are so he gets sick a lot more often- even if its just a cold he gets super on edge, constantly checking his arms and pulse to make sure he’s still himself

- Thomas is always a help during these periods when Newt is anxious and sick, reminding Newt that he’s cured and that he won’t leave him alone. He makes Newt tea and gives him loads of attention- which Newt doesn’t love at first because he’s independent and thinks he can do it himself until Thomas puts him arms around him and kisses him softly and tells him that he loves him, then Newt just melts

- Convinced he has an acoustic guitar because my sister mentioned to me once that he would suit it and I cannot get the idea out my head. He would play it super well and use it to take his mind off things when his brain gets hectic. He doesn’t like playing in front of people because he gets kinda self conscious when everyone’s looking at him but he plays for Thomas when they’re alone and Thomas can’t take his eyes off him because he looks so beautiful.

- He still writes a lot, journaling, poetry, little stories he makes up. It’s kind of like a therapy thing for him when he gets stressed out and he doesn’t want to talk about it he just writes it down. He occasionally lets Thomas read snippets of his poetry and writing and Thomas loves it. Also loves reading so he and Thomas read together until Thomas gets bored and lays on Newt’s chest while Newt reads to him and plays with him hair

Newtmas

- Nicknames>>> Newt calls Thomas things like Tommy, Love, Darling etc. Thomas calls Newt things like Babe, Baby, angel etc.

- They both get anxious about the other one overworking, Thomas gets worried about Newt’s leg because Newt insists on working a lot to make up for the time he couldn’t work while he was recovering. Thomas knows Newt is okay and that he is independent and capable of doing it himself but he still makes sure Newt takes breaks and massages it for him to take the pain away. Newt gets nervous that Thomas is running too much and not eating enough because Thomas feels like he’s obligated to do it and he needs to do his part, but Newt in turn, makes him take breaks and makes sure he’s eating enough etc

- They are so touch starved when they get to the safe haven they are practically hanging off each other, constantly touching in some way. They’re walking? They’re holding hands. They’re sitting? They are pressed against each other’s side if not on the other’s lap. They’re sleeping? They’re cuddling. It’s little things as first just as they’re getting used to being able to touch each other affectionately whenever they want to but they get comfortable very quickly because they are so familiar with each other.

- To everyone else , Thomas is always the talker and Newt is the listener. Thomas always has something to talk about, literally anything on his mind he yap about to Newt and Newt listens because he loves listening to Thomas babbling about this and that. Everyone else agrees that Newt is the quiet one but god forbid when they’re alone Newt does not shut up. He doesn’t talk as much in large groups but as soon as it’s just him and Thomas he talks and talks about anything and everything that he’s been keeping to himself all day. He gets kind of embarrassed about it when he realises how much he’s said but Thomas loves listening to him talk especially when it’s something he’s passionate about.

- Newt’s limp okay. Newt is very independent and hates the idea that he needs help to get around or that he needs to rely on other people’s support but Thomas always talks him down when Newt’s leg is sore. He protests at first but all Thomas has to do is look at him with his big brown eyes and place a gently hand on Newt’s thigh and Newt gives in. Thomas makes sure Newt rests his leg, carrying him everywhere just to hear Newt whine that he can do it himself but still cling to him, burying his face into the brunet’s hair.

- Thomas has also perfected to making of tea and prides himself in making to tea every time he’s sad or in pain. He always gives the cup a kiss first, he did as a joke first claiming that it tastes better when it’s made with love but now it’s a must do and Newt complains that it doesn’t taste the same if Thomas doesn’t give it a kiss first

Thank you for listening to me yap <3 I’m thinking of doing Ivy trio + Minho separately headcanons so let me know what you think

Ily guys <33

[kiritila]

Could u share with us... your style headcanons... please...

ohhhh i have so many…

kyle fell first, stan fell harder

stan electric/acoustic guitar player, kyle bass guitar player

kyle bpd and ocd, stan clinical depression. BOTH AUTISTIC!

kyle transmasc he/him, stan he/they nonbinary/demiboy, both bisexual

stan likes trashy rock and nu metal. he loves the smiths, radiohead, fountains of wayne, bowling for soup, beck, oasis, sum 41, jimmy eat world, fleetwood mac,etc. also loves music like dmx, cypress hill, mcfly is his guilty pleasure

kyle likes rock too but also more electro inspired music. kyle likes weezer, stan has a complex about hating them. loves the smiths, radiohead, omd, abba, queen, the cure, the strokes, the beatles

kyle very tall and lanky, obviously muscular from figure skating. very very freckled. stan shorter and with a stockier build. has many moles

stan has piercings and loves cutting his own hair

stan has mexican/peruvian-american heritage, kyle has roots across europe. sheila is still from jersey but he has roots in ukraine and poland!!

stan is very sociable but clammers up easily. he does more of the talking for kyle generally but when hes feeling down or quieter kyle is the authoritative figure in their dynamic. kyle is also extremely persuasive and stan will do anything for him

both enjoy physical media, stan loves records and cds particularly.

stan collects hockey trading cards and has some slight hoarder tendencies. his bedroom is a testament to everything hes ever loved. sharon looks into it and closes the door. kyle’s bedroom is his calm space and is extremely tidy and clean. he has a couple of decorations relating to marine life and some family photos, aftdr the fallout every trace of stan was hidden in a box and shoved under his bed

stan and kyle both get very easily lost in video games

there is no talker/listener in their dynamic, theyll just talk over and over each other

sharon has a very soft spot for kyle but as they grow older and get closer again sleepovers only seem to happen at kyles. sheila is also incredibly overprotective of stan😭

ike teases kyle a lot and stan has to diffuse them

stan is dyslexic

stan goes to community college and kyle had ambitions of ivy league, but ends up staying closer to home after the events of no1sm. stan joins a college hockey team while kyle studies psychology

theyve both had multiple attempts at starting a band. their longest stint came with kenny on drums and marjorine on rhythm guitar, stan on lead/vocals and kyle on bass

stan loves dr pepper

kyle is very easy to make blush

stan likes trashy graphic tees

if kyle were a teen in the 2010’s and not a slowly adjusting adult he would be a secret love live fan and stan would piss himself laughing when he finds out kyle accidentally got hyperfixated on it. HES A RIKO OSHI❤️

self indulgent but stan hates driving but loves motorsports. he watches nascar with kenny and loves formula 1 too. hes excited to see what lewis hamilton does in the future and thinks jenson button is cute on the dl. he dgaf about sebastian vettel he doesnt know how much of my latest stan inspiration is pulled from bmw sauber seb and his early red bull days

stan hugs tight and hard, sometimes kyle is icked out by touch but is okay with it being from stan

stan is poor asf but his love language is gift giving

kyle is slightly neurotic about many things hes not normal

kyle LIKES YOGHURT

stan is almost impossible to wake up and sleeps like hes wanting to take over the whole bed

kyle is an incredibly light sleeper

ok oomf distraxted me i ran out of juice ill edit this if i think of more

kyle has a super deep connection with judaism and while he is a logical person he is incredibly faithful too

stan however was raised on loosely christian values

[queenlua]

this whole essay is a delight, focusing in the latter half on a pretty remarkable-sounding midwest orchestra

but i also enjoyed its brief sweeping overview of History I Knew Very Little About

In fact, the late Gilded Age charts the apex of classical music in America. Its central mission—which turned diffuse and subsidiary after World War I—was the creation of an American canon of symphonies, sonatas, and concertos. Its institutional embodiment was the concert orchestra—virtually an American invention, in contradistinction to the pit orchestras of the European opera house. Its prophet was the conductor Theodore Thomas, whose pioneering Thomas Orchestra plied the “Thomas Highway” north to south and coast to coast. Thomas preached: “A symphony orchestra shows the culture of the community, not opera.” Opera connoted theaters with balconies hosting rowdies and morally suspect companions. Orchestras connoted Beethoven: a moral lodestar. Thomas called his concerts “sermons in tones.” He became founding music director of the Chicago Orchestra—today the Chicago Symphony—in 1891. Thomas is one of two individuals most responsible for implanting classical music in American soil. The other was Henry Higginson, the banker who invented, owned, and operated the Boston Symphony Orchestra beginning in 1881. Higginson was no Brahmin snob. As a music student in Vienna, he could not afford three meals a day. A trained musician, an impassioned music lover, he resolved to create a permanent orchestra for the city he had early made his home. He was practical, openhearted, widely experienced in many walks of life, rich in friendships, quickly susceptible to profound feeling. Of the slow variations capping the finale of Beethoven’s Eroica Symphony, he wrote, “The gates of Heaven open, and we see the angels singing and reaching their hands to us with perfect welcome. No words are of any avail, and never does that passage of entire relief and joy come to me without tears—and I wait for it through life, and hear it, and wonder.” The Boston Symphony’s first home was the drafty Music Hall. Higginson replaced it in 1900 with the acoustically superb Symphony Hall—the orchestra’s home to this day. Its functional New England plainness is democratic: there are no boxes. And Higginson from the start set aside 25-cent tickets for nonsubscribers. Symphony Hall’s sense of place, honoring Boston’s awareness of history and of its Puritan legacy, contributed to the fulfillment of Theodore Thomas’s credo: Boston’s symphony showed “the culture of the community.” It was—a distinction unknown today in the American arts—the city’s central, centralizing civic institution. Isabella Stewart Gardner, the Back Bay queen bee who was herself a reckonable force in the city’s musical life, sometimes turned up with a Boston Red Sox headband. Important local composers—George Whitefield Chadwick, Arthur Foote, Amy Beach—were Symphony Hall fixtures, both in the house and on the stage. When Artur Nikisch led Beethoven’s Fifth in a reading more flexibly Romantic than Bostonians were accustomed to, inflamed controversy in the daily press lasted nearly a month: Boston’s cultural pedigree was at stake.

[emma23]

Headcanon y/n at a concert with Oscar Isaac characters:

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Steven Grant

- Steven’s both nervous and excited. He’s done his research on the band, reading up on their history and even memorizing some lyrics beforehand.

- He’s the one reminding everyone to bring earplugs ("You don’t want to damage your hearing, do you?").

- At the concert, he’s a bit overwhelmed by the noise and the crowd but can’t stop smiling whenever Y/N seems to be enjoying herself.

- “This is brilliant, innit? Look at the energy!” he says, swaying awkwardly to the beat.

Marc Spector

- Marc acts like he’s too cool for the concert but secretly enjoys it. He hangs back near the bar with his arms crossed, scanning the room like a bodyguard.

- He’s hyper-aware of the group’s safety, subtly moving people away from Y/N if the crowd gets too pushy.

- Occasionally, he catches himself nodding to the music and quickly stops when someone (probably Jake) teases him.

- “I’m not dancing—I’m just...stretching my neck,” he mutters, defensive.

Jake Lockley

- Jake is the one who drives everyone to the venue in a car that’s probably not entirely legal.

- He’s loud and hyped, yelling at random people in the crowd to "make way" for Y/N and the group.

- By the time the music starts, he’s already two beers deep and is shouting lyrics (wrong ones) at the top of his lungs.

- “This band? Not bad. But I could sing it better,” he says with a cocky grin.

Poe Dameron

- Poe is the life of the party. He’s dressed like he belongs on stage, with his leather jacket and confident swagger.

- He’s the first to start dancing and tries to drag Y/N into the action. "Come on, Y/N! We’re not here to stand around!”

- He also flirts shamelessly with everyone, including the bartender, the merch seller, and maybe even the security guard.

- “This band is almost as good as me in a cockpit,” he jokes, winking at Y/N.

Jonathan Levy

- Jonathan isn’t thrilled about the whole idea but comes along because Y/N asked.

- He’s the one awkwardly sipping a drink and checking his phone, making occasional sarcastic comments.

- “Is it just me, or do all these songs sound exactly the same?” he asks, smirking.

- Despite himself, he starts to enjoy the show when he sees Y/N laughing and having fun.

Llewyn Davis

- Llewyn is the snob of the group. He complains about the band’s lack of authenticity and makes snide remarks about the music.

- “This isn’t music; it’s noise,” he grumbles, though his foot taps along to the beat anyway.

- If there’s an acoustic set, he leans in and listens intently, muttering, “Finally, something decent.”

- He spends half the concert comparing himself to the performers and saying, “I could do better.”

Nathan Bateman

- Nathan shows up late, probably because he was busy working on some cryptic project. He doesn’t even pretend to care about the music.

- “This is all just vibrations and patterns,” he says, sipping a drink and smirking.

- He’s the one who suggests sneaking backstage, purely to see if he can. "Come on, Y/N. Live a little."

- Somehow, he gets into a heated debate with a random stranger about the physics of sound.

Santiago ‘Pope’ Garcia

- Pope is chill but clearly here to keep the group in line. He’s the one who makes sure no one loses their ticket or gets kicked out.

- He enjoys the music quietly, nodding along and occasionally leaning over to ask Y/N if she’s having a good time.

- When things get rowdy, he steps in to diffuse the situation—probably pulling Jake away from an argument.

- “It’s not bad. Not my thing, but it’s fun,” he says with a shrug, flashing Y/N a small smile.

[leifyposting]

Kaeya stops before the threshold of the studio, just outside the cone of diffused light that falls across the floorboards. 

Within the room, bathed in the luminous gold of the late afternoon sun, Jean picks out a tentative tune on her guitar. 

Jean has terrible posture when she plays acoustic. When she’s at the keyboard, she stands tall and straight, shoulders back, poised enough to make even the most difficult riffs look like nothing more than Hot Cross Buns. 

But here, perched on a stool in the middle of her sun-drenched studio, she curls almost protectively over her guitar where it rests on her lap. The fingers that cradle the neck of the instrument press chords into its wooden body with all the skill of a trained musician and all the tenderness of a lover. 

The tune she’s picking out isn’t one Kaeya has heard before. It’s a little bluesy, a little folksy, almost enough country in it to put the taste of campfire smoke at the back of his throat. As he watches, she strums a chord, hums thoughtfully, and plays the same chord with a minor seventh. The halfway unfinished sound shivers through the space, bringing with it a sweetly melancholic dissonance. 

Jean dips her head as her eyes skim over the frets. Soft curls of golden hair, loosed from her ponytail, fall over her jawline, and she doesn’t bother to sweep them away. 

From this angle, Kaeya can’t see the stormy blue-grey of her eyes: only the feathered line of her eyelashes against her cheek and the delicate bow of her parted lips. 

But he doesn’t need to see her eyes to recognize the tender, tentative look on her face — because she looks at him like that sometimes too. 

Jean’s first love is the piano: with its cool, shining keys that give under her outstretched fingers; the tinkling laughter of its high notes and the low rumble of its low ones; the notes that stretch into the silence, drawn out by the pressure of her foot on the pedal, long after her fingers have lifted off the keys. 

Her second love is the guitar: the electric, which she plays in concert, and its clear, singing reverb; the bass, with its deep, understated warmth, long since given over to Kaeya onstage; and the homey, woody acoustic, only played here, in the privacy of her own apartment. 

Kaeya is not a stupid man, as much as he sometimes pretends to be. He is under no illusions regarding his ability to replace either her first love or her second. 

But sometimes — when she looks at him with that muted fondness in the line of her mouth, or when she falls asleep on his shoulder on the drive back to their tour bus, or when she laughs, bright and breathless and unselfconscious in the adrenaline-fueled haze of a concert — he wonders if she would let him be her third. 

Jean strums a final chord and holds it, head bowed, fingers still and steady on the frets, letting the sound echo through the studio until the greedy, silent air swallows it whole. 

[dustedmagazine]

Clinic Stars — Only Hinting (Kranky)

Photo by Ivan Fucich

When you listen to the debut album from Detroit duo Clinic Stars, it’s not surprising that one of the tags on its Bandcamp page is “shoegaze” (not least because the genre is having a bit of a moment). But it does feel like a slightly ill-fitting label. Yes, Only Hinting has plenty in common with shoegaze both sonically and emotionally, but even when the guitars do get a little noisier (particularly on the Flying Saucer Attack-esque intro to “I Am the Dancer”) it never quite hits that submerging, jet engine roar often taken as characteristic of the sound. It makes this album a fascinating counterpoint to all of the acts marrying those kinds of sonic washes with more overtly aggressive forms (heavy metal and stoner rock in particular). Instead, Clinic Stars most overlap with shoegaze in its quietest, most reticent forms, shading over into more ambient and dream pop territories.

Going back to “I Am the Dancer,” after about 90 seconds of that compellingly directionless static squall, the harsh cloud gradually lifts to make way for… well, still a haze, but a lighter one, with acoustic strumming, a surprisingly gentle drum beat, and Giovanna Lenski’s hypnotically whispery vocals. The longest song here, it’s given plenty of time to deepen its spell, the title looped over other vocal snippets and that gorgeous backing. It’s almost too clear to be shoegaze, even if it hits that sweet spot of melody and enveloping sound right on. Lenski and Christian Molik maintain an uncanny calm throughout, and the result feels almost supernatural.

It’s a highlight of the more immediately ingratiating first side of Only Hinting, which begins with the brief “Kissing Through the Veil” setting the tone with lilting, diffuse melodies. A track like “Remain” both has a refrain you might catch yourself humming and keeps itself at a mysterious distance, feeling like it’s loping out of and then retreating back into the trees as it goes. The B side is no less compelling but even gauzier, with the likes of the gracefully fading “Shiver (Walking Over Time)” and the closing fog of “Thoughtless” feeling less like songs than atmospheres. If the gold standard for ambient music is still Eno’s dictum that it be “able to accommodate many levels of listening attention without enforcing one in particular,” this is a shining example of the form.

Clinic Stars have been putting out EPs since 2021 and been working on this LP since 2022; listening to it, that length makes sense. This is patient, intensely layered and considered music, even if all of that is in service of it having tremendous sonic and emotional impact. And as good as the first side is (both the title track and “I Am the Dancer” are among the better songs of their type you’ll find this year), it’s that second half that might be even more exciting when considering the duo’s future. Managing that tricky balance of the abstract and visceral is a rare talent, and Only Hinting demonstrates that they have a knack for it. Shoegaze, ambient, dream pop; when it’s made at this level, you just want more of it.

Ian Mathers

[tsvetck]

.𖥔 ݁ ˖╭ ┆blacklist;              𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐧𝐚 + 𝐝𝐚𝐞𝐡𝐲𝐮𝐧 ╰⊹ ࣪  𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒔, 𝒇𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆                                                       𝟷𝟿𝟸𝟸                       @daemcnes

The door creaked open before she could make it to the window, stuttering her stride to a halt in the quiet belly of her jazz bar — one hand curled tightly around the handle of a half-full bucket, water inside sloshing with her sudden stop. The late afternoon light poured in from the street, long and golden, stretching across the scuffed floorboards in warm swathes, catching the rise of dust still suspended in the air, illuminating the soft waves that had slipped from beneath the dark silk scarf tied neatly at the nape of her neck. 

There was nothing particularly elegant about her in that moment — not in the traditional sense; no rouge, no powder, no stockings. Dark curls had long since rebelled against the heat — and the weight of the day — falling loose along flushed cheeks, clinging with the same damp insistence that allowed the linen of her blouse to cling faintly to the line of her back; a testament of the afternoon heat and the effort of scrubbing time from the walls — years of spilled drink and city grit. Her sleeves, rolled haphazardly to the elbow, were  tinged grey with faint smudges of dust from where she’d absentmindedly pushed them back up — the same patterns lining her thighs, each imprinted now with the whispers of years worth of soot and grime from carelessly ashed cigarettes and wisps of smoke escaped through raucous laughter. 

Within the stretch of light in the doorway, a shadow lengthened — tall, broad, familiar — and something in her ribcage went still before her mind even caught up with her body. Her breath hitched, not audibly, not quite, but in the soft, stunned way a page catches the wind just before it turns. 

Winona didn’t speak — not right away — the silence stretching between them not out of hesitation, but from the sheer weight of his presence, how it moved through the doorway and coiled into the air like something unspoken but deeply familiar. The heat that stirred in her chest was not sharp nor urgent, but a slow and familiar heat that bloomed just beneath the skin, like a secret too long withheld. Her free hand, bare and dust-marked, drifted to the curve of her hip, fingers curling lightly into the softened fabric there — grounding herself in something real, something that would keep her from unraveling under the sudden ache of recognition rising through her like a tide come to shore.

The bucket, still half-full with greyed water, dipped as her grip loosened, meeting the floor with a dull thud that echoed too sharply in the hollow acoustics of the room — a sound that betrayed the stillness she hadn’t known she was clinging to. Her chest rose once — slow, deliberate — and still it did nothing to quiet the thrum of building beneath her breastbone. She turned her head just slightly, enough to catch the spill of light framing the doorway, letting her gaze drift toward the figure still half-submerged by shadow.

She didn’t call out his name, though it pressed against the roof of her mouth — not as a greeting, but as a supplication, something too fragile to offer lightly, not when the act of simply seeing him again sent that old ache rippling through her chest like it had been waiting, coiled and silent, beneath her ribs all this time. There had been so many moments since the night he left when she’d tried to file him away — to smooth the edges of memory into something manageable, something smaller than the shape he took up in her. But now, with the dim gold light catching the outline of his frame, and the scent of dust and old liqueur curling in the warm air between them, the part of her that had gone toneless stirred like a limb ink diffusing through water — slow, inevitable, and quietly changing everything it touched.

Her eyes met his, and for a moment, she breathed — slow and measured, pulling something tight beneath her ribs, as if her lungs had to expand to make space for him, for the sudden hush that fell over the room like a velvet curtain. The light from outside gathered around him in a quiet deference, catching along the edges of his jaw, glinting off the open collar of his shirt, where two buttons hung loose and unapologetic. Beneath the parted linen, a glimpse of his chest rose and fell with the steadiness of someone who didn’t yet realise they’d been painted into memory.

He looked like he’d stepped into the light just to be seen — not performing, but simply existing in a way that made it impossible not to look. His sleeves were rolled to the elbow, revealing forearms kissed golden by the sun, the skin taut over muscle that flexed with quiet anticipation each time his fingers shifted at his sides — not restless, not unsure, simply waiting, like the still breath before a downbeat, like he already knew he belonged to the rhythm of whatever came next. A thin sheen of heat clung to the exposed skin beneath his collar, and the way the fabric of his shirt clung faintly across his shoulders gave her a fleeting, treacherous thought — that if she reached for him now, her fingers would find nothing but warmth and a home she hadn't yet named.

With a soft, slow exhale that loosened the knot just beneath her breastbone, Winona allowed the smallest curve of her lips to rise — not reverent, not shy, but edged with the quiet smirk of a woman who knew exactly what she saw, and couldn’t help but be a little amused by the effect it had.

             “Tu reviens toujours quand je suis le plus sale, hein?”               You always come back when I’m at my messiest, huh?

[noiseproblemsonline]

Natural acoustic solutions available for you

Many people automatically think about acoustic diffuser panels or a fiberglass acoustic soundboard while looking for an acoustic solution. But you might want to think twice. Do you know that the main component of a diffuser panel have possibly annoying materials?

To avoid problems with diffuser, you can use custom acoustic panels, which only has natural materials and recycled cotton. They are safer for you and they optimize room more efficiently than a fiberglass acoustic soundboard or a diffuser panel can. Unlike a fiberglass panel, acoustic panels provide top quality sound control at a lesser cost which is a balance hard to find in the soundproofing world.

Keep in mind that soundproofing is not just good as the products you use. Though the safety of a fiberglass panel is still uncertain, that of an acoustic panel or a baffle board is not.

Sound travels across all the exposed surfaces, and by raising the wall panel, you expose the back surface to sound, just like a baffle board, which is an excellent absorber.

Wall mounted acoustic diffuser panels take on a complete new dimension while using Standoff clips. They seem to float in air a couple of inches away from the wall. This just adds visual interest to a regular panel, but it can be further accented by backlighting the panel, by changing the panel into a focal point when it comes to lighting.

From time to time, we have people who need a good dose of sound absorption for their space, but want a less intrusive look than traditional acoustic panels. For situations like this, our sound tiles are frequently the ideal solution. Though these panels are printable and paintable, when left in their unfinished state, they have a soft white color which is quite subtle and have a tendency to blend properly with different environments.

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🌄Sunrise Witchcraft🌄

[Archived from https://web.archive.org/web/20191212113149/https://healing-sun-witch.tumblr.com/post/171206475774/sunrise-witchcraft. Originally posted Feb 23 2018]

☀️sunrise is the best time for: healing, positivity, happiness, anti-anxiety/depression, spirituality, self care/love, air magic, cleansing, soft energy/ positive energy amplifier, truth spells, protection, and peace

☀️sunrise associations: citrine, lemon, peaches, ginger, orange, morning dew, orange calcite, coffee, bergamot, lime, earl grey, mint, sage, cinnamon, grapefruit, morning glory, marigold, saffron, calendula, daylily, daisy, black tea, and frankincense

☀️tips and things to try:

🌞yoga (especially sun salutations!)

🌻sunbathe in the sunrise to cleanse and charge with positive energy

🌞if you can’t wake up before/during sunrise, just leave your window blinds open to help you wake up naturally and/or to charge in the sunlight while you’re sleeping

🌻this is a great time for tea and coffee magic

🌞this is a great time to charge stones, especially sun-sensitive stones. (Here’s a post on solar stones)

🌻listen to and charge with soft or acoustic music

🌞 spend some time outside, take some deep breaths of fresh air, enjoy the birds chirping, flowers, dew, fog, and the beautiful colors in the sky that sunrise brings

🌻charge some lemon juice in the sunrise for extra boost of cleansing, positivity, and happiness properties (to make it stronger you can infuse it with mint or grapefruit, which both have similar properties and correspond with sunrise)

🌞if you’re comfortable with it, leave an offering out for sunrise deities and dawn sprites & other sun fae

🌻sunrise is a spiritual time, it’s the perfect time for meditation, exploring spirituality, astral travel, etc.

🌞here’s my post on how to connect to the elements in the morning/dawn

☀️My sunrise recipes:

🍋Sunrise tea: (has cleansing, happiness, positivity, energy boost, and protection properties)

1 part grapefruit (be careful if you’re on medication) optional

1 part sage or basil (whichever you prefer, both work)

1 part lemon

1 part orange

1 part mint

1 part hibiscus

🍊Sunrise oil/diffuser blend: (helps you connect to the sunrise, and it’s energy. It has positivity, happiness, anti-depression/anxiety, glamour, cleansing, and love properties)

Bergamot

Grapefruit

Rosemary

Lime

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Perfecting Sound in Large Spaces: Auditorium Acoustics Explained

Auditorium acoustics are the way to a proofreading poster of a magical sound experience - whether it is a drama, a lecture, or even a musical concert. Acoustics are the active agents in fairly equal silencing sound to every corner of the space, to convey only clear sounds by making possible the elimination of unwanted sounds, be they echoes or reverberation. The physical design of a hall, choice of wall and ceiling materials and arranged placement of all such features by nature responsible for sound absorbing and diffusing, contribute to obtaining perfect acoustics.

Key characteristics of good auditorium acoustics include reflection management, a very low level of background noise, and an optimized frequency balance. Proper insulation and soundproofing play an additional key part, ensuring that distracting outside noises do not interfere with the performance. These are the best ways of creating the environment that ensures that every word, every note of music reaches the audience in an absolute pure form.

Envirotech System Ltd is at the leading edge of acoustic innovation; providing customized surrounds and sound from auditoriums of different sizes. With soundproofing and treatment as well as noise control capabilities, the company enhances the seamless transmission of sound within performance hall, conference spaces, and lecture theaters. Their precision and quality focus renders auditoriums into spaces wherein sound is, proving to be unforgettable to audiences.

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Top Recording Studio in Delhi Perfect Sound, Professional Quality

If you're a musician, podcaster, or content creator, you understand how crucial decent sound quality is. Whether you're recording music, a podcast, or any other type of audio content, the quality of your recordings can make or break the project. A Recording Studio in Delhi with the correct furnishings and acoustics may make a world of difference. However, soundproofing is essential in addition to the equipment. That's where Total Soundproofing Solutions comes in. We specialize in providing the ideal recording atmosphere through the use of modern soundproofing techniques. In this blog, we will discuss how the ideal recording studio and sufficient soundproofing may help you get the optimum sound quality.

Why Sound Quality Is So Important

When it comes to recordings, sound quality is crucial. Whether it's music, voiceovers, or podcasts, high-quality sound is vital for professional results. Poor sound quality might distract your audience and make your content less appealing. That's why it's critical to record in a studio with good acoustics and noise isolation.

Good soundproofing ensures that you may record clean, clear audio without interference from outside noise. It also ensures that the best Recording Studio in Delhi in the studio are ideal for recording. Total Soundproofing Solutions can help in the above instance. We offer soundproofing services to assist you create the optimum recording surroundings.

What Makes a Great Recording Studio?

A good recording studio isn’t just about having the latest equipment. There are a few key factors that set great studios apart from the rest:

Top-Notch Equipment: Excellent recordings require high-quality microphones, sound mixers, and monitors. Even the best performers may not sound their best if they do not have the proper equipment.

Experienced Engineers: Knowledgeable sound engineers can make a significant difference. They assist you in mixing and editing your recordings, ensuring that they sound professional.

Perfect Acoustics: The acoustics of the studio, or how sound interacts in the room, are extremely essential. You must ensure that outside noise does not enter and that the room boosts the sound.

Comfortable Environment: A comfortable, creative setting allows you to perform at your best. An excellent studio should leave you feeling relaxed and inspired.

How Soundproofing Improves Your Recording Experience

Soundproofing is an important aspect of making a quality Recording Studio in Delhi environment. It's not just about shutting out external noise; it's also about managing the sound inside the studio for the greatest results. Let's look at how Total Soundproofing Solutions can help in this process. 

1. Blocking Out Outside Noise

Cities like Delhi can be noisy, and extraneous sounds such as traffic, construction, or people talking can easily intrude on your recordings. Distractions can ruin even the best shots. Total Soundproofing Solutions employs innovative materials and processes to eliminate unwanted noise, resulting in a tranquil environment in which to record without interruption.

2. Managing the Sound Inside

The acoustics of a studio have a significant impact on how recordings sound. If the acoustics are not correct, the sound may be garbled or indistinct. We assist manage how sound bounces off walls and ceilings, resulting in a clear, balanced sound. With services like acoustic panels, bass traps, and diffusers, we ensure that your studio sounds excellent for any type of recording.

3. Tailored Soundproofing for Different Needs

Treatments for various types of recordings varied. To achieve the finest results, music studios, podcast studios, and voiceover booths require specialized acoustic treatments. We tailor soundproofing solutions to meet your specific requirements, whether you're recording instruments or simply talking into a microphone.

4. Preventing Vibration Interference

Vibrations from adjacent traffic or machinery can occasionally disrupt recordings. These vibrations can spread through the walls and floors, resulting in undesired noise. Total Soundproofing Solutions uses techniques such as decoupling and vibration isolation to avoid these problems and ensure your Recording Studio in Delhi is as clear as possible.

Benefits of a Soundproof Recording Studio

Soundproofing is not just about blocking noise – it offers several benefits that can greatly improve your recording process. Here are a few key advantages:

Clearer Sound: With proper soundproofing, your recordings will be clear, crisp, and professional. This makes a huge difference, whether you’re recording music or podcasts.

Consistency: A well-soundproofed studio ensures that your recordings are consistent. You won’t have to worry about outside noises creeping in and disrupting your work.

Creative Focus: A quiet, controlled environment lets you focus on being creative without distractions. You can concentrate on your performance and get the best possible recording.

Professional Results: Great sound quality is a sign of professionalism. Whether you’re creating music or content for your business, clear and high-quality recordings will help you stand out and make a lasting impression.

Total Soundproofing Solutions: Your Ideal Partner for Recording Studios

Total Soundproofing Solutions has been an established soundproofing company for many years. We collaborate with studios across Recording Studio in Delhi to create environments that improve your sound and allow you to record like a pro. Here's what we provide: 

Custom Soundproofing Solutions: We provide soundproofing strategies that are tailored to the individual needs of your studio. Whether it's a music studio, podcast room, or voiceover booth, we make sure the space is perfect for your recording.

Acoustic Treatment: We offer treatments that improve the acoustics in your studio, resulting in great-sounding recordings.

Vibration Control: We help to eliminate unwanted vibrations that can disrupt your recordings. Our vibration isolation techniques keep your audio sounding pristine.

Consultation and Installation: We don't just sell soundproofing materials; we talk with you to understand your requirements and then install the best solution for your space.

Conclusion

Whether you're recording music, podcasts, or other types of audio content, the quality of your recordings is critical. In a city like Delhi, with its continual noise, having a soundproof recording studio is critical. This is when Total Soundproofing Solutions comes in. We provide the skills and tools required to create the ideal recording environment. With our unique soundproofing and book Recording Studio in Delhi services, you can always get the greatest sound.

Are you ready to take your recordings to the next level? Contact Total Soundproofing Solutions today to help you build the ideal place for your next project!

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Why Acoustic Treatment Matters More Than You Think in Studios

When you think about setting up a recording studio, what comes to mind first? High-end microphones? Fancy monitors? Maybe a powerful computer loaded with all the latest software? While all of these are crucial, there's one element that often gets overlooked but can make or break your entire setup: acoustic treatment.

If you’re a college student dreaming of producing hit songs or crafting podcasts that sound professional, trust me—acoustic treatment should be a top priority. Let’s break down why it’s so important and how it can transform your studio experience.

What Is Acoustic Treatment?

First, let’s clarify what acoustic treatment is and, more importantly, what it isn’t. Acoustic treatment refers to the process of controlling sound reflections, absorption, and diffusion in a room to achieve better audio quality. This doesn’t mean soundproofing (which blocks sound from entering or leaving a room). Instead, acoustic treatment improves the sound inside the room, ensuring that what you hear is accurate.

Whether you’re mixing tracks, recording vocals, or just listening to your favorite playlist, untreated rooms often create problems. These can include:

Echoes that muddy your sound.

Uneven bass frequencies that make mixing a nightmare.

A lack of clarity in vocals or instruments.

In short, untreated spaces make it hard to produce or enjoy sound as it’s meant to be heard.

Why Acoustic Treatment Is Essential

Imagine spending hours mixing a song in your studio. You think it sounds incredible, but when you play it in your car or through your earbuds, it’s… just off. Maybe the bass is too loud, or the vocals are buried. This happens because your untreated room tricked your ears. What you thought you heard wasn’t accurate.

Here are some key reasons why acoustic treatment matters:

a. Accurate Monitoring

When your room is properly treated, your speakers can deliver sound as it truly is. This means you’re hearing accurate bass, mids, and highs, making it easier to mix tracks that translate well across different systems.

b. Improved Recording Quality

Reflections and echoes can ruin a great take. Imagine recording vocals, only to find that they’re riddled with weird, boxy reverb. Acoustic panels and bass traps help absorb unwanted reflections, ensuring clean and professional recordings.

c. Better Listening Experience

Even if you’re not producing music, a treated room lets you enjoy your sound system to the fullest. Whether you’re gaming, watching movies, or simply jamming out, the clarity and depth of sound in a treated room is unmatched.

The Science Behind It

Let’s not get too technical, but understanding the basics of how sound behaves in a room can help you appreciate the importance of acoustic treatment. When sound waves hit hard surfaces like walls, ceilings, and floors, they bounce around. This creates reflections that interfere with the original sound, causing:

Reverb: Prolonged echoes that make audio sound messy.

Standing Waves: Bass frequencies that get exaggerated or canceled out, depending on the room.

Flutter Echo: Rapid, repetitive echoes that occur in untreated rooms.

Acoustic treatment controls these issues by using materials that absorb, diffuse, or scatter sound waves, resulting in a balanced and clean audio environment.

How to Treat Your Studio

Now that we’ve established why acoustic treatment is vital, let’s talk about how to get started. You don’t need to spend a fortune, especially if you’re working with a college budget. Here are some affordable and effective solutions:

a. Start with the Basics

Acoustic Panels: These absorb mid and high frequencies, reducing echoes and improving clarity.

Bass Traps: These are crucial for controlling low frequencies, which tend to pile up in corners.

Diffusers: These scatter sound waves, preventing harsh reflections and creating a more natural sound.

b. Focus on Key Areas

Corners: Place bass traps here to tame low-frequency buildup.

Walls: Use acoustic panels on the walls to absorb reflections.

Ceiling: A ceiling cloud (a panel suspended from the ceiling) can reduce vertical reflections.

c. DIY Options

If you’re on a tight budget, there are plenty of DIY solutions out there. For instance, thick blankets or rugs can help reduce reflections, and you can even build your own acoustic panels using inexpensive materials.

Common Misconceptions

a. “I Don’t Need Acoustic Treatment; My Gear Is Top-Notch.”

Even the most expensive monitors and microphones can’t compensate for a poorly treated room. Think of it this way: a high-quality camera won’t take great photos in bad lighting. Similarly, your audio gear needs the right environment to shine.

b. “My Room Is Small, So Acoustic Treatment Won’t Help.”

In reality, small rooms often benefit the most from treatment. Their size tends to amplify bass problems and reflections, making treatment even more critical.

When setting up acoustic treatment, it’s important to invest in high-quality materials. Professional or reputable audio shops like VIP PRO AUDIO not only offer reliable products but also provide expert advice tailored to your specific needs. This ensures that your investment pays off in the long run, giving you a studio that sounds as good as it looks.

The Long-Term Benefits

While acoustic treatment might not be as exciting as buying a new synth or upgrading your headphones, it’s one of the most impactful investments you can make for your studio. Here’s why:

Better Mixes: You’ll spend less time second-guessing your mixes and more time creating.

Professional Sound: Clients, collaborators, or even your friends will immediately notice the difference.

Peace of Mind: Knowing your room is optimized means you can focus on what matters—the music.

Conclusion: Don’t Overlook Acoustic Treatment

Acoustic treatment might not be the flashiest part of a studio setup, but it’s undeniably one of the most important. Whether you’re recording, mixing, or just enjoying music, a treated room ensures that every sound you hear is accurate and balanced.

So, next time you’re tempted to blow your budget on a new piece of gear, take a step back and ask yourself: is your room ready to handle it? If not, investing in acoustic treatment could be the smartest move you make for your studio. After all, great sound starts with a great space.

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Why Acoustic Lights are Becoming a Sought-after Innovation for Modern Interiors

In today’s modern spaces, where functionality meets design, acoustic lights are becoming a sought-after innovation. But what exactly are acoustic lights? At their core, acoustic lights are multifunctional fixtures that combine sound-absorbing materials with lighting elements to create spaces that are both visually appealing and acoustically balanced. By integrating sound absorption and illumination into a single unit, these fixtures address two crucial aspects of contemporary interiors: managing sound quality and providing effective lighting.

With the rise of open-concept offices, co-working spaces, and minimalist designs, noise pollution has emerged as a significant challenge. Research from the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights that prolonged exposure to noise can lead to stress, decreased productivity, and even health issues. Acoustic lights offer a sleek, modern solution by dampening sound while enhancing the ambiance with soft, diffused lighting.

The Benefits of Acoustic Lights

Enhanced Acoustic Comfort Acoustic lights are designed with sound-absorbing materials, such as felt, foam, or polyester, that reduce echo and dampen unwanted noise. This feature is particularly valuable in environments where excessive sound can hinder concentration, such as offices, libraries, and educational institutions.

A recent study from the University of California found that reducing noise levels in office spaces can boost productivity by up to 30%. Acoustic lights contribute to this by minimizing reverberation and creating a quieter environment, helping individuals focus better.

Dual-Functionality Traditional acoustic panels are often standalone elements, taking up additional space and sometimes clashing with a room’s aesthetics. Acoustic lights, however, serve a dual purpose: they provide sound absorption and lighting simultaneously. This integration not only saves space but also eliminates the need for separate installations, making them a cost-effective choice.

Aesthetic Appeal Modern acoustic lights come in a variety of designs, shapes, and colors, making them a favorite among architects and interior designers. From sleek pendant lights to geometric ceiling panels, these fixtures can blend seamlessly into any design theme while adding a touch of sophistication.

Energy Efficiency Many acoustic lights are equipped with LED technology, which is energy-efficient and long-lasting. This reduces energy consumption and maintenance costs while promoting sustainability—an increasingly important factor for businesses and homeowners.

Improved Well-being By addressing both noise and lighting, acoustic lights contribute to overall well-being. Proper lighting reduces eye strain and fatigue, while controlled acoustics lower stress levels. Together, they create a more comfortable and productive environment.

Applications of Acoustic Lights

Corporate Offices The shift towards open-plan offices has amplified the need for noise control. Acoustic lights are perfect for boardrooms, meeting areas, and collaborative zones, where balanced acoustics and lighting are essential for effective communication and productivity.

Educational Institutions Classrooms, libraries, and lecture halls can benefit greatly from acoustic lights. By minimizing noise distractions and providing adequate lighting, these fixtures support learning and concentration, creating an environment conducive to academic success.

Hospitality and Retail In restaurants, cafes, and retail stores, ambiance is key. Acoustic lights not only enhance the visual appeal of these spaces but also ensure that conversations remain clear and the atmosphere remains welcoming. A report by Deloitte indicates that 66% of customers value comfort and ambiance when choosing dining or shopping destinations—a demand that acoustic lights can address.

Residential Spaces As more people adopt remote work, home offices are gaining importance. Acoustic lights can transform these spaces by reducing noise distractions and providing warm, task-oriented lighting. They are also suitable for living rooms and entertainment areas, where sound clarity and ambiance are crucial.

Healthcare Facilities Hospitals and clinics are often associated with high noise levels, which can elevate stress for patients and staff. Acoustic lights help create a calming environment by reducing sound levels and offering soothing lighting—an ideal combination for healing spaces.

Trends in Acoustic Lighting

The demand for acoustic lights is growing, driven by the intersection of design and functionality. The global acoustic lighting market is projected to grow significantly in the coming years, with an increasing emphasis on sustainability. Many manufacturers are now using recycled and eco-friendly materials in their designs, aligning with the broader trend of green building practices.

Moreover, smart technology is making its way into acoustic lighting. Fixtures with adjustable lighting temperatures and smart controls are gaining traction, allowing users to customize their spaces for optimal comfort. According to a 2023 report by MarketsandMarkets, the smart lighting industry is expected to reach $21 billion by 2025, and acoustic lights are poised to play a key role in this growth.

Conclusion

Acoustic lights are more than just a design trend; they represent a practical and innovative solution for modern spaces. By combining sound absorption and lighting, they address two critical challenges of contemporary interiors: noise pollution and inadequate lighting. From offices and schools to homes and healthcare facilities, their versatility makes them a valuable addition to any environment. As trends like sustainability and smart technology continue to shape the industry, acoustic lights are set to become an integral part of how we design and experience spaces.

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Reality.

Yesterday I went to a concert. Real live musicians playing in a real concert hall. Just 10 Violins, 4 Violas, 3 Cellos, a Double Bass, and a solo violinist. The second half of the show also had a harpsichord. Yes reality.

Our seats were in a Box high and to the right of the stage. We had direct line of sight to all the players. The sound was clear and lovely.

I could not help but compare the sound on my stereo to this. It was different.

Audiophiles go on and on about how they can place each instrument in the sound field. Err I was looking at them and the sound was too diffuse. Closing my eyes I could not do that trick. The sound was gorgeous and rich and as they were all string instruments they were quite "resinous" if that makes sense. But there was no precise sound field like they talk about in the magazines and on line expert blogs.

I could generally place them within say thirds of the stage width. That is all.

This was a small ensemble which you may expect this geometric placement thing to be possible. It was basically the first violin section of our local symphony orchestra. (VSO) And the corresponding best players of the viola, cello and the Bass was really good. In a full symphony the space is bigger and you can generally group the sections audibly. But here, no that did not happen. I think that is very interesting.

The room had good acoustics which is probably why the sound mixed and diffused so well. It should be so in any good hall. I had direct line of sight and presumably of sound to every player. So is this a reasonable expectation to look for in recordings? Seems like no from this example.

My wife expressed surprise that they could play as loud as they did. The room filled with sound. I mentioned back in the old days full orchestras were this size with only some brass and woodwinds added.

I would love to have a good recording of this performance. Maybe even a dummy head binaural type. It would have been fun to have an audiophile come to this blindfolded and have them criticize the lack of accurate placement. Fun.

Aside from that geek stuff I enjoyed the interesting timbres of especially the violas. A few times they even sounded like a woodwind. In one piece the Bass was used as percussion and I swear I looked for the drum. It was just the player tapping the face of his big fiddle.

The soloist also acted as ensemble leader as was done in the old days. He was a young man named Timothy Chooi. He said his name was pronounced like "Chewy". ( I wonder what he thinks of Star Wars). The second half of the show was all four of the Four Seasons by Vivaldi. He played the whole thing by memory and was exceptional.

As a encore he played a fiendish piece from the film "Red Violin" that I think was performed by Joshua Bell on the soundtrack. This guy has IT. (PS: the piece is called Pope's Gypsy Cadenza and was by Josh Bell, absolutely fiendish!)

It was a long day so no I did not fire up my system and play a recording of Vivaldi. There really was no point. Recordings are for when you cannot go to the real thing. There is no equivalence.

PPS: Next day I dug up and played a Four Seasons on a CD I have. Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra recorded a while ago. It indeed had audiophile placement of instruments, but I suspect it was the method of recording, microphone placement, and mixing that made that. Conclusion is it is an effect and artificial compared to a proper venue.