19

Jul

Soundproofing construction: How much does it actually cost? (Part 2)

After analysing the estimated cost of how much soundproofing construction, we now take you on a deeper insight with the intricate construction of the different facets of why soundproofing. We break down the various compositions that goes behind the scenes in soundproofing. Soundproofing construction consist of managing the walls, ceilings and flooring. These represent the…

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Johann Tan

Sonic Sailor

An Acoustic Guitarist obsessed with Music & Sound, enjoys being in the studios learning and exploring the intricacies of Acoustics.

12

Jul

Good soundproofing: What does it actually cost? (Part 1)

Perhaps you’re thinking of good soundproofing your room/studio or home theatre but have no idea where to begin, what soundproofing entails and what the costs are- then you’ve come to the right place! In this article, we’ll explain the different aspects of soundproofing and the breakdown of costs to achieve good soundproofing. Introduction What is…

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Johann Tan

Sonic Sailor

An Acoustic Guitarist obsessed with Music & Sound, enjoys being in the studios learning and exploring the intricacies of Acoustics.

10

Jun

Practical guide to improving your kid’s bedroom

Kid’s bedroom and living conditions in Singapore has become a prime concern.  A noisy city with residential apartments being near traffic noise. Little do they know that this noise raised huge complaints to the authorities. Look no further, this blog post explains the importance of the ideal kid’s bedroom. The evidence is finally uncovered and…

Daryl Stewart

Daryl Stewart

Digital Marketing Strategist

Music lover, movie lover and loves the mystery of life! Believes in true happiness and living one day at a time! Loves to drink tea and of course juice!

12

Aug

Acoustic Issues: Schoolchildren’s Learning Disabilities

Common schoolchildren’s disabilities can be caused by a number of  serious issues that continuously happen to many students in Singapore. The role of acoustics are often not considered because we aren’t aware or neglect it. This blog post will help you break the ice! Introduction Schoolchildren’s learning disabilities are more prominent in schools than we actually think….

Johnny Lee

Johnny Lee

Acousticrat

Soundzipper's lonely resident hipster music lover. Doesn't stop him from belting over a design and science of a good sounding room though!

23

Apr

Soundproof doors: What they are and how to design one

What is a Soundproof Door? A soundproof door is a door that has been heavily insulated to prevent sound and vibration from passing through the door. The strong acoustic seals and dense insulation of the door help achieve this in situations where noise reduction is desired. Contrary to popular belief, just filling a hollow core…

Adrian Lo

Adrian Lo

Acoustic Engineer & Founder of Soundzipper

My passions are learning, music and videogames. I believe life should be lived with purpose and together as One. I am always tinkering with something in technology and making things better.

17

Mar

Room Acoustics: 7 Myths You Didn’t Know About It

You’ve invested a pretty penny in a great hi-fidelity system, but something still doesn’t sound right to you. Unfortunately, even the most expensive system on its own won’t automatically produce great sound. That’s where room acoustics come in.

Adrian Lo

Adrian Lo

Acoustic Engineer & Founder of Soundzipper

My passions are learning, music and videogames. I believe life should be lived with purpose and together as One. I am always tinkering with something in technology and making things better.

16

Mar

Acoustic Treatment Basics – Types And Forms Of Acoustic Treatment

There is a key difference between acoustic treatment and soundproofing – acoustic treatment aims to make a room optimal for the benefit of a given application, rather than preventing sound from escaping.

Jordan Chia

Jordan Chia

Musician and Founder of Pixel Apartment

A multi-instrumentalist, producer and audio engineer, involved in many recording projects and performances in recent years, also a regular performing musician, playing keyboards, electric bass and singing in Pixel Apartment and MUON in many festivals.

16

Mar

Noise Pollution In Residential Spaces

Noise pollution problems are recently growing in condominiums and public housing estates. With the rapid increase in population density, a house built with little or no consideration to noise issues can be very expensive and difficult to fix in the long run.

Jordan Chia

Jordan Chia

Musician and Founder of Pixel Apartment

A multi-instrumentalist, producer and audio engineer, involved in many recording projects and performances in recent years, also a regular performing musician, playing keyboards, electric bass and singing in Pixel Apartment and MUON in many festivals.