Basement Cinder Block Wall Question.

[basementmixtopix]

Here's a quicky as I rework my original basement studio plans...

Is there any benefit/compromise to leaving the front wall of my proposed mixing suite as exposed cinder block (front wall of mixing studio) and simply acoustically treating it vs. framing it in, stuffing the frame with R25, double dry walling, and then mounting the treatment?

Everything is dry as a bone... have read and followed the procedures for checking for moisture found elsewhere around here.

I like the look of the painted block, and since isolation in this direction is not an issue (it's all below ground), I was wondering if it would be detrimental to the overall sonic accuracy of the space. This would also allow me to direct more funds at the back walls and drywall ceiling mount system, increasing isolation in those directions like footfall from the living room above, and noise in the basement from the clothes washer, clothes dryer, furnace, etc...

I have been in some wonderful sounding mix rooms that had painted brick surfaces exposed, but those were traditional exterior brick, not the cinder block I have.

Thanks for any thoughts!

[John Sayers]

I see no problems. go for it.

cheers
john

[basementmixtopix]

Thanks, John!