About Acoustics America Acoustic Fabric Explained An Acoustics America Mega Bass Trap (48″ x 24″) is an attractive and economical solution for low frequency bass absorption in interior spaces. These fabric-wrapped, sound absorbing bass traps are available in multiple sizes and colors, and give you the freedom to control noise according to your design and aesthetic needs. Space application(s): Recording studios Home theaters Any space with amplified sound, subwoofers, low end frequencies or flutter echo. Product Features: Manufactured with a high-density (6 PCF) fiberglass core for maximum sound absorption. We offer our bass traps in a wide range of colors across 4 fabric lines. Classic 700 Series – Timeless colors with a warm aesthetic. Acoustics America – A vibrant spectrum of colors inspired by American landscapes. Guilford of Maine Anchorage – Features a unique crepe texture often favored by designers for its distinctive look. Guilford of Maine FR701 – Finely woven with a smooth texture, this designer-favorite fabric offers a refined look. This bass trap is easy to install into the corners of your room with included corner impaling clips. Class A fire rated. Proudly manufactured in the USA. Note: Product images are digital representations and do not reflect exact colors. For precise color matching requirements, we recommend requesting fabric samples before purchasing. Details and Specifications Size48" x 24" Weight8.8 lbs Thickness2" ToleranceAll sizes have a manufacturing tolerance of -1/4" from centerline. CoreAcoustically Rated Fiberglass Core Density6 pounds per cubic foot (6 PCF) DesignFrameless Flammability RatingClass A Architectural Product ReferenceSound Absorbing Wall Unit Sound Absorption at Various Frequencies Frequency (Hz)125250500100020004000 NRC (1.15).22.811.241.301.211.16 Frequently Asked Questions View All FAQs What are Bass Traps? Bass Traps are an acoustical treatment that reduces sound issues in the corners of rooms where walls meet, and sound is captured. They are specifically designed to address low frequency standing wave issues, which can create unpleasant or distorted sounds. (Standing waves are defined as the interference of two identical waves, traveling in opposite directions). By installing Bass Traps, standing waves are reduced, and excessive room reverberation is also reduced. Bass traps are mostly commonly used in recording studios, home theaters, podcast studios, and rooms where loud music and low-end bass sounds exist. Where should I place my bass traps? For 4 traps: mount them high in your room corners, where the wall meets the ceiling. For 8 traps: mount them floor to ceiling, in your corners. If your issue still persists, additional traps can be added where the ceiling meets the wall horizontally opposite the bass source, until you achieve your desired results. Is fiberglass better than mineral wool or foam in terms of acoustical performance? Yes, it is! Our high density (6 PCF) Acoustic Fiberglass board provides superior sound absorption when compared to other materials. For our 1″ and 2″ thick panels, the performance of our fiberglass is better than same thickness of foam, Mineral wool, or Owens Corning 703. Also, our core material is quite rigid, so a wooden frame is not required. Do your panels and clouds have a wooden frame? No, our panels are manufactured using a frameless design. We design our panels to be frameless for the following benefits: Our frameless panels are lighter weight, which makes our panels easier to handle, ship and install. Our frameless panels absorb sound on the edges too, giving more absorption area per panel. Wooden framed panels do not. Our panels are eco-friendly. No trees are consumed in the production of our panels. Our denser fiberglass core offers the ultimate amount of sound absorption per inch. Our panels, when mounted with “stand-off”, furring strip, or suspended method, provide additional absorption from the back side of the panel. Wood backed panels do not. Are your panels and clouds fire-rated? Our products are safe and effective and have been tested by an independent lab. All our panels and clouds carry a Class A fire rating which is the highest rating possible under the ASTM E84, a test used by code officials and regulatory agencies in the acceptance of interior finish materials. Do your panels come with everything I need to install them? Yes. All acoustic panels include standard impaling clips free of charge. Adhesive is required (sold separately) and installation is explained in our installation instructions. Drywall anchors and screws (or other hardware appropriate for your wall surface) are also needed to mount your standard impaling clips (available from any hardware store). IMPORTANT: Standard and angled impaling clips are for wall mounting only and are not to be used for ceiling direct-mount applications or for any surface that is beyond perpendicular to the floor. Our acoustic panel kits ship with angled impaling clips. Adhesive is not required for this wall mount option. Optional Hardware: Rotofast Snap-on anchors are available as an alternative installation option at product selection. They do not require adhesive. If you choose Rotofast Snap-on anchors at product selection, standard impaling clips will not be included with your order. Can I get fabric samples? Absolutely. We offer fabric samples free of charge. You are only responsible for shipping costs. Click here to order fabric samples. For California residents: This product contains Formaldehyde, which are known to the state of California to cause cancer under certain exposures. For more information, click here.
