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Impact Noise vs. Airborne Noise
March 02, 2022
All sound is a result of waves that cause vibrations that reach the ear or a recording device after traveling through a given medium, but many people who are concerned about acoustics often do not take the time to distinguish between impact noise vs. airborne noise. These are two very different types of noises that […]
4 Causes of Noisy Pipes
February 07, 2022
Clanging, knocking or otherwise noisy pipes can keep you from enjoying tranquility at home. You’ll want to figure out and address the cause of the noise before it starts disrupting your life. 1. High Water Pressure If you hear knocking sounds when your water is running or when you turn cold water taps off, water […]
The Types of Noise in 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 […]
