| Re: Bass Traps with style?
the fabric wall idea is a good one, and it doesn't need to be expensive, you just give up a lot of room real estate to do it.
You will want to use Guilford or similar fire-resistant fabric - DO NOT take your wife to Jo-Anne!
I called guilford, found out who my local rep was, talked with her and she sent me a ton of sample cards - she was really cool (Thanks Christine!)
your cost for a false wall are pretty low - some basic lumber, the fabric, and as much insulation as you care to put back there. if you line the wall with floor trim and crown moulding, most people won't even know it's a false wall, plus you can hide your sub and speakers behind it if you wish.
I will say it's kind of unfair to bash GIK here - those traps are very inexpensive, and they fill a much needed spot in the acoustics marketplace. Just as entry level AV gear does. And I believe they have a money back guarantee - so to complain about it a year later seems a little underhanded..
- Jack |