Soundproofing A Dorm Room: Part II

This post, a continuation on the subject of Soundproofing, will focus on using common college dorm room objects to soundproof a dorm room or apartment. More specifically, making the arrangement of furniture in your dorm room maximize soundproofing and bass reduction.

Any audio equipment such as amps and speakers should not be facing walls that connect with other rooms. Try to direct the sound to an exterior wall or window. This will send some of the sound outside instead of into places where other students live.

Arranging any sofas or padded chairs can also make a big difference in the soundproofing of a dorm room. Bass collects in the corners of rooms so putting a sofa or even your bed in the corner can reduce the bass that your neighbors hear. This can also improve and balance out the sound inside of your dorm room.

If you have a problem with sound going out of your front door you can arrange your audio equipment behind something such as your bed or dresser so the sound does not have a direct path out. There are many arrangements you can make for free to soundproof your dorm room or apartment that will save you money and trouble.