Do Soundproofing Materials Really Live up to the Hype? $40 DIY Sound Test

Ever been confused by the number of soundproofing options available? Ever wonder if expensive products hold up to the hype? Ever wonder if there are more affordable alternatives available?

In this video, you'll see how several different sound dampening materials compare side by side, and how to conduct a sound experiment at home yourself for less than $40. All you need is a laptop, the materials you want to test and:

BLUETOOTH SPEAKER
https://amazon.com/dp/B07PJZRJ8X/ref=...

4 CONCRETE BLOCKS
https://www.lowes.com/pd/Cap-Concrete...

SPRAY FOAM
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GLG7B3Z/...

FOAM TAPE
https://amazon.com/dp/B08XKB7K3G/ref=...

In this video we test concrete blocks, R-13 Insulation, Rockwool Safe n' Sound Insulation, 1/8" mass loaded vinyl, charcoal, carpet glue, outdoor carpet, Green Glue, 5/8" Type "X" drywall, and 3/4” MDF.

LINKS:

TONE GENERATOR
https://www.szynalski.com/tone-genera...

GREEN GLUE
https://www.greengluecompany.com/

MASS LOADED VINYL
https://amazon.com/gp/product/B087WV5...

ACOUSTIC FIELDS CARBON ABSORBERS
https://www.acousticfields.com/shopping/

ACOUSTIC FIELDS CHANNEL (DENNIS FOLEY)
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00:00 - Intro
1:14 - Testing Method
6:42 - Testing Materials
14:30 - Findings
16:05 - Final Thoughts

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