Acoustics and Low Frequency Damping pt. 3

Now we dive a little deeper into the math involved with controlling small room low frequency behavior. You'll notice it is relatively simple when compared to some 3-dimensional Sabine/Fitzroy equations. You may also notice

Acoustics and Low Frequency Damping pt. 2

Today's section of the AES paper dives into the technical background of why acoustic damping is a critical component of any high-end listening space. They say the best way to solve a problem is

Acoustics and Low Frequency Damping

Section from 81st AES Convention It's never a bad time to refresh yourself on the behavior of sound in small rooms. Fixing that behavior is why the TubeTrap was invented, so our spreading the

Audio Room Misconceptions and Realities

Please enjoy the following condensed excerpt from a paper written by Art Noxon for a HiFi show in Hong Kong. Some of these myths persist today. The truth has not changed. Read the whole

Corner-Loaded Bass Traps

This week we jump into the middle of an early AES paper written by Art Noxon, TubeTrap inventor and President of ASC. The paper first explains why corner loaded bass traps are needed in

The TubeTrap’s Role in HiFi pt. 5

After soaking in the explanation of head end ringing in our last issue, you should appreciate this follow up which tells us how exactly it negatively affects your listening experience. You are, after all,

The TubeTrap’s Role in HiFi pt. 4

Continued excerpt from... "How TubeTraps Opened Up a Whole New Realm of Precision in the Performance of Audio Playback Systems" by Art Noxon Now that we have learned how to measure the improvement that

The TubeTrap’s Role in HiFi pt. 3

Once again we continue reading the definitive tale of TubeTrap creation, evolution, function, and usage. This week we expand upon the Modulation Transfer Function, and learn how its use in high end audio rooms

The TubeTrap’s Role in HiFi pt. 2

This week we continue reading what may be the most definitive story of the evolution of small-room acoustic conditioning ever written. The full paper explains the history of the TubeTrap, from its origins and

The TubeTrap’s Role in HiFi pt. 1

The excerpt you are about to read comes from what may be the most definitive story of the evolution of small-room acoustic conditioning ever written. The full paper explains the history of the TubeTrap,

Bass Trap Placement

Not All Bass Traps Are Equal ASC has been pioneering, building and improving bass traps since 1984. Our flagship product, the TubeTrap, almost single-handedly launched the portable room acoustics industry. Competitors and copycats have

A Brief Multimedia Showcase

This week we share a classic video, a recent magazine review of TubeTraps, and finally, a new video demonstrating the sonic power of a TubeTrap. Sit back, turn on your speakers, and enjoy! Watch

Acoustic Properties of Stonehenge

Stonehenge Acoustics & ASC’s QuickSoundField Let’s talk about Stonehenge Acoustics and ASC’s QuickSoundField. The Neolithic monument in southern England known as Stonehenge has a 4,500 year history that is shrouded in awe, wonderment, and

Lateral Reflections in Your Listening Room

Reflecting sound is probably the first aspect of acoustics most people consider. Echoes and reverberation are types of reflections that are common and easy to hear. There is a subset of reflections that we will

Speaker Placement

This week we look at the nuts and bolts that connect our audio playback system to the 'illusion' of a broad stereo soundscape. There are many moving parts, and it is helpful to slow

Stereo Imaging pt. 2

This week we will further develop your perception of stereo sound staging. All you need is a pair of small computer-style speakers with decent length wires. Read through the exercise, then join in the

Stereophonic Soundstage Image Training Exercises

Most of us consider ourselves fairly adept at visualizing the virtual sound stage presented by a curated selection of recordings through our refined hifi playback system. But when is the last time you really

This week, we share the final segment of ASC President & TubeTrap inventor Art Noxon's response to a request for an outlining the design of a high end listening room, in company with a costruction of

Building a High End Listening Room (pt. 2)

Not everyone is afforded the opportunity to build from scratch or to perform major renovations on their home. Don't despair - we'll help you make the most of your situation so you too can experience

Principles of Building a High End Listening Room

At ASC, we are often asked for advice and detailed guidance with building a dedicated listening room that will deliver the finest in sound quality.  This week, Art Noxon , TubeTrap inventor and ASC President, shares some fundamentals