For the Best Sound Quality in Indianapolis, Try these Acoustic Treatments

AV acoustic treatments have three main purposes:

1. ensure speech intelligibility
2. reduce echo
3. improve overall sound quality

Many decisions can affect the acoustics of your Indianapolis space, including HVAC/structural, wall, ceiling, floor, window and door selections.

HVAC and structural options include duct silencers and acoustic insulation that reduce noise transmission through the ventilation system, and floating walls/resilient channels to isolate vibrations and prevent sound leakage.

Wall treatments can include

1. fabric-wrapped, foam or fiberglass acoustic panels,
2. bass traps installed in corners to absorb low-frequency sound buildup and
3. diffusers that help scatter sound waves

You are probably familiar with drop ceilings–which came into common use in the 1950s–that absorb and diffuse sound. Sound baffles and clouds (hanging panels that reduce noise and improve speech clarity in large rooms), are also and widely-used.

Beyond carpets and rugs, an acoustic underlayer, installed beneath flooring, prevents sound transmission.

Window and glass treatments can also be effective sound barriers. Acoustic window films add mass to glass to cut sound transmission. Soundproof curtains absorb sound and block out external noise. Double-glazed and laminated glass provide sound insulation.

Solid-core doors block more sound than standard hollow-core doors. Acoustic door seals and sweeps prevent sound leakage around doors. Modular acoustic partitions provide temporary sound barriers in open office layouts.

AV-specific solutions from Indy acoustic treatment companies

Companies like Midwest Audio Visual strategically place microphones and speakers; the right position minimizes echo and feedback.

DSP (Digital Signal Processing) systems use electronic processing to enhance speech clarity and reduce noise.

White noise or sound masking treatments allow for speech privacy. Here are some we use:

• White noise or pink noise machines emit a constant, low-level sound to mask speech and other distracting noises.
• In-ceiling or emitters distribute masking noise evenly.
• Adaptive systems automatically adjust levels based on ambient noise.
• Smart and IoT-connected technologies integrate with building management systems to allow remote control, monitoring and data analyses of sound profiles.
• Tailored systems use natural sounds like waterfalls and rain for wellness centers, spas and relaxation zones.
• Ultrasonic masking blocks specific frequencies.

Hear your environment before you decide on treatments

Acoustic simulations allow us to share sound environments during the design phase, so we can select treatments specific to your Indianapolis site.

Our AI-driven acoustic modeling uses algorithms to analyze

1. room geometry,
2. surface materials and
3. the sound system’s intended use

to make optimal acoustic recommendations.

Contact us any time to learn more about the acoustic treatment options available to Midwest Audio Visual clients.