Isolation Tape....any opinions???

First, I like to say that I have Ron's book, and I'm doing the whole double frame wall with staggerd studs, 2 layers of drywall on each side, green glue, and insulation between studs! I'm wondering if this product is any good.... or if anybody has any experience or opinions on it! It's an acoustic tape the company says it can be used between the floor and the bottom plate stud of a wall frame (that's all I want to use it for anyway). The price range is $38-$50 dollars for a 100 foot roll (depending on width). I'm just curious if this product can be used between the floor and the bottom stud of the wall frame! This will be for a vocal isolation booth by the way! Also if you know something that works better or a cheaper way to get the desired results....let me know! Here's the link: http://www.soundaway.com/Soundproofing_ ... e_s/49.htm Thanks in advance!! ~14K~

Looking over the linked page, I see nothing to indicate that it does anything useful other seal. That can be done better with acoustic caulk. Andre

It looks more like it would help with footfall noise passing between upper and lower rooms.

I am curious about this product as well. Super Soundproofing claims that you can simulate a staggered stud wall just by using this isolation tape on every other stud in the wall, and then only affix the drywall to the studs with the tape. Has anyone tried this or something similar? I'm wondering if it's worthwhile to tear down the existing drywall in my room to do this. Otherwise I'll just be adding another layer of drywall with green glue (I was planning on doing this step regardless).

I will be blunter. I do not see any way that product is of value in studios. Effective low frequency isolation requires a deflection of 1/4" while still keeping resilient. The tape is not even that thick to begin with! Andre

Thanks for the response everybody! I'll take heed to the advice! One of the warnings in Ron's book was to beware of false claims by companies with untested results! I want to do it right the first time with "tried and true" methods! By the way here's what that said abot the product in question:

SoundAway Isolation Tape is a closed cell foam formulated to provide a uniform layer between framing members and surface materials to reduce impact sound transmission through floors and walls. It is also effective in reducing floor vibration and to reduce squeaks. Applications: Floor joists, reduce squeaks Studs, decoupler lowers vibration transfer Ceiling Joists, decoupler lowers vibration transfer Hat Channel or drywall furring channel, decoupler SoundAway Sound Isolation Tape is formulated to provide a uniform layer between framing members and surface materials to reduce impact sound transmission through floors and walls. It is also effective in reducing floor vibration and to reduce squeaks.

http://www.soundaway.com/Soundproofing_ ... e_s/49.htm

ct991 wrote:

I am curious about this product as well. Super Soundproofing claims that you can simulate a staggered stud wall just by using this isolation tape on every other stud in the wall, and then only affix the drywall to the studs with the tape. Has anyone tried this or something similar? I'm wondering if it's worthwhile to tear down the existing drywall in my room to do this. Otherwise I'll just be adding another layer of drywall with green glue (I was planning on doing this step regardless).

Damn, I have no idea what I just said...gimme a minute

14K wrote:

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First, I like to say that I have Ron's book, ]

Forget Ron's book, you should check out Rod's book.

OPPS! My screw up!! :roll: I did mean Rod.... as in "Gervais"