So you’re an adult now and instead of jamming out in the garage atop milk crates you want a pristine recording studio in your garage. Not a problem! With these simple tips from Hudson Valley Overhead Doors and Operators you’ll be holding professional jam sessions in no time.
Space is a must!
First thing to consider when converting a living space into a recording studio is the abundance of space. A garage is the perfect location for a studio. You will want to sound proof the room you will be building you studio in and this takes up a fair amount of space. Using a large room like a garage ensures that you have sufficient space when all is said and done.
Let in the Light
Sunlight is necessary when creating a nice environment where you can be artistic. In some garages this may not be an option where in others you might have the ability to open a sunroof or add a window to the side of your garage. Remember to sound proof your window, always go with a double pane unit with a space in between the two panels to ensure proper soundproofing.
Sound proof all doors
Any door that is not needed should be sealed off to prevent sound from leaking out or in. The use of a heavy door can do the trick. A sure fire way to stop sound from leaking out is through the use of sheetblock. Sheetblock is a special vinyl material designed to act as a sound isolation barrier. You should also buy regular sealing strips from places like home depot and apply to all openings.
Ventilation system
You will need an inlet and outlet for air to circulate freely, this is important not just for the people within the space but also the equipment. Without proper ventilation moisture can accumulate on sensitive recording devices causing major damage. Remember to soundproof your vents with an acoustic S box. The building of an S box will mute the sounds.
Build a room within a room
To properly build a sound proof room you have to build a room within a room minimizing the contact between both rooms. This gap in between spaces is what creates sound proofing. For more details on how this can be accomplished visit youtube for some great videos that show you how to sound proof a room.
Elevate Your Instruments
Drums should be kept off the floor preferably on flats. Essentially you are doing the same thing as when you are sound proofing a room. Flats provide spacing so sound waves are disrupted and do not flow out of a room.
Granted there are many more tips to making a studio in a garage, these are only the basics. Any further work should be done under the supervision of an experienced individual. When putting so much money into a recording studio security is essential. Your first line of defense against burglary is a solid garage door. Hudson Valley Overhead Doors and Operators have been helping customers for years. With our knowledgeable staff we can help you come to the right decision on which garage door is right for you. Contact Hudson valley Overhead Doors and Operators for the following services: