...for music clubs, ensembles & choirs

Do you feel like your rehearsal room sounds too loud, too echoey, or simply not clear enough? You're not alone. Many music clubs, ensembles, and choirs struggle with poor room acoustics – often without even realizing it. But it significantly impacts how well you can hear each other, how cleanly you play , and how focused your rehearsals are.

Whether it's excessively long reverberation times, uneven volume, or disruptive reflections – suboptimal room acoustics lead to unnecessary stress, faster fatigue, and reduced musical quality. And that's precisely where we come in.

At Frankustika , we help music associations acoustically optimize their rehearsal rooms – with well-designed, aesthetically integrated, and effectively placed acoustic elements. We take into account the individual characteristics of the room and ensure a sound that inspires – not irritates.

1. Why room acoustics for music clubs is more than just reverberation reduction

A balanced sound in the rehearsal room is not just a gimmick – it's fundamental to musical quality, intelligibility, and motivation. Poor room acoustics lead to unclear intonation, misunderstandings at entrances, and rapid fatigue. Especially in rooms where several sections rehearse simultaneously, sound overlaps, reflections, and unpleasant volume peaks occur without appropriate acoustic treatment.

Furthermore, rehearsal rooms are often used for multiple purposes today – as classrooms, for meetings, small group rehearsals, or small concerts. Optimized acoustics create the balance between clarity, presence, and enjoyment of playing – for every scenario. Because good room acoustics don't mean "dead" or quiet – but rather precise, transparent, and vibrant .

2. Typical problems in club premises – and why they are often underestimated

Many club rooms have acoustic weaknesses: excessive reverberation, parallel walls, low ceilings, or hard surfaces (tiles, concrete, glass). All of this leads to sound distortion, flutter echoes, and an increased background noise level. Particularly problematic is that musicians often only notice these effects when they rehearse in better rooms – or when health problems begin to accumulate (e.g., lack of concentration or hearing strain).

A common misconception is that sound can be improved solely through volume or technical means. However, room acoustics are more crucial than the quality of the instrument . Optimizing these aspects lays the foundation for better rehearsals – in the long run.

3. Rehearsal rooms are often multi-purpose rooms – what this means for acoustics

A room used for lessons during the day, rehearsals in the evening, and meetings on Sundays presents unique challenges. The acoustics must be flexible, robust, and functional – without requiring constant reconfiguration. Therefore, we develop solutions that consider these diverse uses: clear speech intelligibility for conversations, precise sound during rehearsals, and a pleasant atmosphere for events.

Modular absorbers, combinable elements and thoughtful placement enable room acoustics that anticipate needs – even with limited space or changing occupancy.

4. Psychoacoustics & Health: How poor acoustics affect body and mind

Noise is more than decibels – it's a matter of perception . Even at moderate volumes, uncontrolled reflections, poor reverberation, or excessive volume differences can lead to stress reactions: exhaustion, nervousness, headaches, and irritability. Studies show that persistently poor acoustic conditions lead to significantly increased mental strain – even when the sound pressure level is below noise protection limits.

Pleasant room acoustics are therefore not just an acoustic luxury, but a crucial contribution to health relief and concentration enhancement – ​​especially for wind and percussion instruments.

5. Acoustics is not a matter of taste – but can be planned, measured, and optimized.

Room acoustics are based on physical principles: reverberation time, absorption coefficient, reflection behavior, and frequency distribution . DIN 18041 recommends reverberation times of 0.6 to 0.8 seconds for rooms used for music – depending on the room size and purpose.

Of course, subjective hearing perception must also be considered – psychoacoustics shows that people react differently to identical acoustic conditions. However, good planning harmonizes objective values ​​with acoustic perception – for rehearsal spaces that function well and feel good.

6. Why cheap foam solutions usually do more harm than good

So-called "acoustic foam panels" or foam absorbers often only work in the high-frequency range – the crucial lower frequencies remain untreated. The result: a muffled, unbalanced sound. Furthermore, they often lack fire safety certifications, and their appearance is rarely suitable for clubhouses.

Those who try to save money here will pay twice as much later – through dissatisfaction, dismantling, or replacement. Effective acoustic solutions require material thickness, targeted placement, and high-quality surfaces .

7. DIY with limitations – what works, and where it gets difficult

Of course, you can improve things with simple means – for example, carpets to reduce impact noise, curtains as high-frequency dampers, or shelves as diffusers. But: neglecting the overall sound or applying too much damping risks creating a sonically "dead" atmosphere – lacking dynamics or precision.

Therefore, the following applies: Individual measures are acceptable – but targeted and with consideration for room size, use, and objective . A precise selection is more effective than randomly hung cloths.

8. How much absorber does the room need – and where should it be placed?

The reverberation time is directly related to the quantity and distribution of absorbers. A guideline: 20–40% of the room's surface area (depending on the desired acoustic values) should be treated. However, it's not just the surface area that matters, but also its placement.

• Ceiling surfaces for large-area reflection reduction
• Wall areas at ear level to improve intelligibility
• Corners for damping low-frequency vibrations (bass traps)
• Back panels for a more tranquil ensemble sound

We help you identify the right spots – and avoid wasting space.

9. Why individual planning is crucial – instead of standard, off-the-shelf solutions.

Every room sounds different – ​​depending on its construction, furnishings, occupants, and use. Simply ordering a set and setting it up anywhere is a shot in the dark. It's crucial to understand the specific requirements: Where do problems arise? Which frequency ranges dominate? What design preferences exist?

We don't deliver off-the-shelf solutions, but rather tailor-made acoustic solutions that work – both visually and technically. Because good sound begins with the right understanding.

10. How Frankustika optimizes the sound of music rooms – and frees up space for clubs.

At Frankustika, we support music associations with a comprehensive service: From consultation and planning to implementation, we deliver acoustic solutions that work – in terms of sound, appearance, and organization.

Our absorbers are not only highly effective, but also aesthetically customizable , durable, and easy to maintain. Whether custom-printed acoustic panels, flexible wall absorbers, or efficient bass traps – we offer well-designed solutions for your space, your budget, and your vision.

Summary & Contact

Good room acoustics are not optional – they are the basis for focused music-making, healthy rehearsal conditions and musical progress.

Whether it's a small club room or a large rehearsal hall: We analyze, advise and deliver high-quality acoustic solutions that really work.

Get in touch now for a free consultation.

We help you transform your spaces into audibly better places.

Telephone: 01520-3130482

Email: audio@frankustika.de

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