Mounting Sound Panels / Bass Traps / Side Wall Diffusers ???

First time poster but I've been scouring these boards for months. Fasinating stuff! I couldn't have started my studio without this forum. How is everyone securing their wall-mounted sound panels? I just finished up the basic framing for my detached garage studio. Next up is the mass vinyl, rc channel, double drywall, etc. I have a control and tracking rooms that are both 9x11 Before tackling all this, I'm trying to figure out how my wall mounted sound panels will be secured. I doing some broadband absorbers, sidewall diffusers and a few bass traps based on the plans found here. Here's my rough plan. Let me know the sonic pitfalls of doing this... 1. Mount sound panel braces to my cinder block wall which will match the profile of my existing furring strips. 2. Mount my mass vinyl for the entire room. 3. Extend the brace on the other side of the mass vinyl/rcchannel/drywall to 2-4" past where my wall/drywall will be. I'm picturing these extensions being 2x4s that will have a French Cleat or simple V cut for the back of the Sound Panels to hang from. I may be thwarting some of my sound proofing by extending these mounts through my decoupled walls but I'd like to avoid using cable or free-standing floor panels. In short here's the layout: Block Wall > Mount > Mass Vinyl > Mount Continued > 2"-4" Extension past Double Drywall > French Cleat or V cut on end of extension > Sound Panel Any thoughts? Adam - jetpackstudios

you can easily use that method to hang the absorbers. if you put the rail along the wall, you can adjust positions of them later or hang more on a given side etc..

thanks a bunch. this looks to be the best idea by far

Gullfo posted exactly what I was trying to do. I ran into some issues of findind wood straight enough to work down the length of my long (32 ft) wall. I opted for similar solution of mounting 3/4 metal conduit clamped to the wall every 64 inches with a 3/4 thick block of wood and a conduit hanger. I then attached slightly bent open conduit hook type clamps to the top edge of my panels so that I could hang / move / add / subtract / switchout absorbers for diffusor etc. So far it works wonderfull. The ONLY drawback is the coduit rings ever so sligtly when struck. I guess there is a chance it may need to be deadened by shoving something into the ends if it tries to sympathetically vibrate with something in the room. So far mine is fine.

Sorry I am a noob (first post).. I want to mount my panels using the method above. Unfortunately, my panels are just 703's covered in fabric (burlap) and does not have any type of framing. So, I have nothing to firm to attach the piece which goes to the back of the panel. I was thinking of cutting a slit into the fabric and inserting a strip on wood (about 1 inch thick) to the front and back of the panel. Then just simply use a screw to attach the peice.. Is there another/easier way someone else can recommend.. Thanks,

If you don't need to move them a lot you might try sewing velcro (nylon hook tape). to the back, and using the removable tape backed pile dots for the wall I hope that makes sense. I'm not sure where you are from so I don't know if you are familiar with the stuff I am talking about.

Actually, I need to be able to take remove them when I am not mixing or tracking. The panels will be covering a window when they are mounted. The reason why I like to use a rail is because it would blend in better to the wall when the panels are NOT mounted. My other option would be to attach some type of clamp to the wall and secure the panel from the bottom.. I don't really like this option b/c it would look odd when the panels are removed..

You know, My mind thinks of many ways to attach the panels... Is there any chance you could show us a picture or a sketch of the area in question? Thanks Tom

I think I am set with the railing system in Glenn's picture.. I am just trying to figure out if there is an easier to attach the roller piece to the panel instead of the way than what I propose.. I will do something on sketch-up tonight and post later... Thanks...

in the previous example i think i'm assuming a frame... on a purely fabric wrapped insulation panel, i'd glue it, or you could use curtain hooks (inverted u-shaped with a hook) into the upper board or a "spike" screwed in.

I have been contemplating the same ideas and problems regarding mounting and hanging 703 panels. luckily, i've seen a professional product in person which uses 703. upon examination, i found they mount anchors by using an epoxy that soaks into the fibers then hardens creating a firm mounting point for that screw or hook. the actuall method i think would be to take the back of the panel face up, mark screw placements, pour a small amount of epoxy into a 1.5-2" radius, and then set the screw or hook, leave it there until it cures. it seems to be a fairly easy solution. I plan on trying it out, just haven't found the appropriate epoxy yet. (I can get some pictures if needed.) kevin (hope this isn't considered corporate espionage!)