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#1 · (Edited)
I've been working on my theater for the past six months, and thought I might start a thread here to chronicle the build to date. I have had a thread for some time over at the other forum but I wouldn't mind seeing how things are over here, also.

*** I decided to a a "current progress" picture to my first post ***



So, here we go. I'm not sure the wife knows what I've gotten her into, but she will soon.

I'd absolutely welcome any comments and unsolicited advice for this project as I've never come close to anything of the scope. I've done plenty of reading here for a number of years but I think until you get your hands dirty it's hard to really visualize the process.

Notes:

1. I plan on doing as much soundproofing as possible: GG, DD, RSIC on the ceiling.

2. Component so far:

- Paradigm Studio 60, Studio CC, Studio ADPs, Studio 40's (rears).
- Onkyo 805
- EasyButton IXL 18", Behringer EP2500, Behringer EQ
- PS3, XBOX360, HTPC
- No Projector selected yet
- Screen will be an AT one in the false wall. Originally I had planned a laminate DIY screen, but I think I am switching this.



I'll add some pictures soon, but I'm hoping that the experts here can help me with some questions before I go to HD tomorrow to take advntage of a sale:

1. Is it easy to frame a double drywall style wall under a beam and amongst the beam support posts?

2. If I am doing DD/GG and weaving the insulation in between the studs, how do I decide what width of insulation I use? My understanding is that Roxul Safe n Sound is the best way to go here?

3. I will framing over the storage area, so do I need a DD/GG wall all along that length? (The North Wall).

4. Should I just get a standard 6'8" door? I have a full eight feet under the joists and 7'3" under the beam in which I might integrate the on the south side of the theater area.

5. Any reason to not use Dri Core? I'm willing to give up the 7/8" for a comfortable floor.

I'm sure I'll have a ton more questions!
 
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#40 ·
Bryan,

I was more thinking about what to do along the wall/ceiling corner, all along it.

This is what I had in mind...a horizontal bass trap along the full width of the front wall. I would probably use the smaller version of the corner trap, with 17x17x24 pieces. Is this going to provide enough of a benefit over simply running the 2" OC703 up to the ceiling?




 
#30 ·
My conversation with the wife went something like this:

"I'm nearly at the point where I have to buy a projector..."

"Ok, how much will it cost?"

"Well, I was thinking of a JVC RS-20. It's very nice, but a bit more than I wanted to spend..."

"How much is it?"

"...less than some others?..."

"how much is it?"

"Did I mention how much I love you?"

:: stern look::

"um....$6500"

"you're dreaming."

Conversation over.

In other words, the projector choice is "currently in committee."
 
#35 ·
LOL ... yea ... the games room is for the kids to watch tv/movies/xbox360/ps3 etc etc

Theater is still just at framing/roughin stage but I will post some pics up tomorrow ... some cat5e runs and a last minute decision to add speaker roughins for future 10.2 surround ... I have not decided 100% on lighting and that may make a difference in some of the wiring that I have already done ... may go with UPB lighting control and LED lights
 
#38 ·
Looks awesome - nice work! Your Emotiva Amp caught my eye - I have their XPA-5... 350w x 5 into 4 ohms (my speakers are 4 ohm Emotiva 6.3s). It is a remarkable amp. You won't be disappointed with your purchase! :)

Also, I noticed you purchased the Seymour screens but going DIY. I opted for their new fixed frame (didn't want another DIY project!) - it ships today! :)

I'll be watching your thread to see how it finishes up for you - looks great so far
 
#41 ·
If it were me, I'd probably just do something like a 6"x6" rectangle so it doesn't take up as much space and blends with the shape of the soffiting. Your call though.

Bryan
 
#47 ·
Ok...after a delay watching my daughter go from the above to this:


I am back in the theater.

I spent a couple of hours working on furring strips and I'm not that far away from installing the sound treatments around the room.

Since I will only have OC703 up to 5.5 ft on the side walls, what do people use up to the ceiling? Do you just leave an airgap behind the fabric?
 
#50 ·
Correct. You can just leave air behind the cloth up high. Some people also like to alternate slats to make a pseudo-diffuser. It's a lot of work and can actually cause problems if not done right though.

Bryan
 
#52 ·
Sorry for the late reply. Been in Denver for RMAF all weekend. Pulled in at midnight last night.

Yes - vertically oriented strips following a specific sequence. Try using the QRDude page that's listed in a thread in this section. There's a calculator there. Just use 1" for the depth and probably a 5 root sequence.

Bryan
 
#53 ·
More developments.

Putting up the furring strips and OC703 takes WAY longer than I thought it would.




The back wall is still going. I'm doing 3" deep OC703 over the whole back wall, so those furring strips are a lot deeper than they look.




More shots of the front wall:






Bryan: if you get a chance to read this before I email you.... what should I do with the door(s). In particular the one that probably sits in a FRP on the right of the theater.

1" thick OC703 panels?
 
#62 ·
More progress:

I finished much of the treatments this weekend but ran out of OC703. I need two more bundles to complete the bare sections.

I started putting up the fabric on the walls. Cutting takes a LONG time. Longer than actually stapling (that Porter Cable stapler is awesome).

The fabric is black Dazien Celtic. The pictures make the whole room look a lot brighter than it actually is. The Dazien definitely soaks up the light, without looking totally flat. I'm really happy with it.








A pic with the flash on indicates more the batcave feel to the room:
 
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