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How Noise Affects Communication
February 07, 2022
No one wants to ask someone to repeat themselves for the fourth time in a row when chatting in a noisy room or strain to hear a phone call over the background noise on the other end. Noise can have a significant impact on the way we communicate with one another. Whether it’s in an […]
Which Neighborhoods in New York City Are the Quietest?
January 13, 2022
If you’re on your way to New York to begin a new chapter of your life or it’s time to move on to a new apartment in the city, choosing a neighborhood can be tricky. Unless you’re lucky enough to move next door to a library, you’ll likely experience noisy neighbors — New York City […]
The Best Place to Sit at a Concert for Sound
December 03, 2021
Your favorite performer or band is finally coming to town, so you jump online to look for tickets. There’s only one problem — you aren’t sure where to sit so you can hear everything the way it’s supposed to sound. Managers of music arenas, halls and theatres often tout their facilities as having no bad […]
Absorption vs. Reflection Sound Barriers
November 19, 2021
When you’re planning to create the perfect sound environment in your home or business, you’ll want to understand the differences between sound-absorbing materials and sound-reflecting materials. Both types of products can be highly useful, but they have unique applications. Below, we’ll talk about how and when to use absorptive versus reflective surfaces to get the […]
The Loudest Noises in the World
November 16, 2021
We’ve all said it: “Wow! That was really loud!” However, chances are good that what you heard doesn’t come close to registering at the decibel levels of some of the loudest noises in the world. Just how loud can noises get? Below are some of the biggest bangs, explosions and eruptions you’ll find on Earth. […]
