Assembling a Whisper Room Vocal Booth

Step by step demonstration of a one-man assembly of a 48"x48" Single Walled Whisper Room. Well, almost one manned.

[@PhantomSavage]

As a recent buyer, a note: Having bought this from the company, delivered by truck and assembled by myself and a helper, the door and door frame arrive separately in the packaging. I made the terrible mistake of following the instructions and installing the frame first, securing it in place, and then installing the door. The door itself is VERY heavy, by far the heaviest piece in the whole set, and according to the assembly instructions your supposed it lift it in place, align it with the hinges on the frame, and drop it into place... problem is, your hand can't really be on the side of the door that the hinges are because there's not enough clearance for your hand, and the awkward shape and lack of good grip anywhere else meant I damn near killed myself trying to lift and get the cursed thing into place for 40 minutes until luck, elbow grease, and bullheadedness finally prevailed. My recommendation: Lay your door frame on the floor and put the door on it FIRST, then lift the entire frame piece, door and all, into place and secure as Mike did here. It might make installing the frame piece a whole hell of a lot heavier but I can assure you in the long run it will be a far smaller headache.... or back ache.

[@brianvanhook763]

Thanks 🙏🏾

[@ssserotonin1373]

@@brianvanhook763bro I just had to move mine back downstairs. Alone. I’m like 120 let me tell you how fun it was to move the door ATTACHED cause it was stuck to that frame. What a good workout lmfao I got blisters bruh this thing is no joke heavy. Door, back panel with exhaust are the most heavy for sure. I used a pocket knife screwdriver

[@derkhedemann5606]

I made a sound booth myself from mdf and beams, it is insulated in three layers. the inside dimensions are W/D/H 200x160x220 cm, the construction of the sound booth cost me 1200 euros including the acoustic foam and carpet. because I built everything on my own, it took three weeks before it was completely ready. I made the sound booth so big because, I like to have some extra space around me.

[@WhisperRoom]

Great video! You're very thorough with the assembly... and you confirmed that real men don't need to refer to an Assembly Manual! :) You really have it down! I did want to mention that when a new WhisperRoom is shipped the door is not attached to the door frame, so it's not as heavy or cumbersome. The door would slide into the hinges (pre-attached to the door frame) as one of the last steps (in the assembly manual). Love the video! Thanks, Mike!

[@mrfluffybunnypants]

Mike, just wanted to stop by and say thanks for posting this. I used it about 10 months ago in order to help set up my own whisper room that I had acquired used, and thus had no documentation. It saved my butt. One thing I want to mention to people who are considering doing this themselves. The sucker is HEAVY!!! I have the same model and size and I know you tried to convey that it took some work, but it makes sense to repeat. I took the booth pieces, from my driveway in a rented truck up 1 flight of stairs to where it resides now. We are about the same age and probably similar physical shape (though it seems you lost a ton of weight since this video congrat!) and I can tell you I've NEVER done that much lifting in my life. Dragging the door up the stairs was done through sheer force of will. As my friend Sean Daeley likes to say, "remember people, you're installing a SMALL ROOM".

[@fixedfocusmediaofficial]

For those that are curious, a Whisper Room can cost $12,000 USD (not counting shipping) so if you have some basic framing skills and $12,000+ is too much then just build one with some 2x4s and plywood and some good spongy material for inside. Even with current lumber prices it will be much cheaper plus you can use metal brackets and customize it more. The other benefit (for me anyway) is the pride of building it. Looking at something that you built makes it very special.

[@emyhR]

Yeah the prices of these booths are OUTRAGEOUS! Like I’m no cheapo here and I get the value of stuff but these booths should easily be half their price and I don’t understand why price of lumber is so high when it’s literally an almost unlimited supply of trees

[@brianvanhook763]

I would say look online like Facebook market or offerup because people are selling them for a fraction of the price. I purchased someone’s for 2500 and it retailed at 17000.

[@xerospacious4024]

I've never seen you without a beard. Thought I clicked on the wrong channel xD

[@lucasg9526]

xero spacious same xD

[@iqcq2063]

I did to

[@techenvy4093]

THAT is dedication Ladies and Gentlemen! Well done Mike!

[@PianoSW]

Great information! Just bought one and this video will definitely help. Thank you for making and sharing it!

[@jonathonemc33]

Mike, I so very appreciate this raw, true look into the [mostly] solo installation. No shame on the sweat :) I'm here since I'm going to be installing my own here in a few hours and will get my sweat on too.

[@WhisperRoom]

We are aware that our Assembly video does not go into great detail. WhisperRooms are pretty easy to assemble (when following the assembly manual), and since we just don't get that many questions about the assembly, it hasn't been our top focus, but it's something to think about for sure!

[@djlars5220]

WhisperRoom, Inc. Do you have acoustic tiles for the booths?

[@gex5541]

Can you make a cheaper model

[@valarieknight7990]

Probably because when we ask questions, the answers are more confusing and it's just easier to try to figure it out ourselves, or leave a negative comment or rating. It's assumed if you can't give clear or complete instructions the first time, then you don't know either. So no point in asking.

[@dutchmalcolms]

Thank you, man. Mighty kind of you to document and share this. I hope your career is thriving!

[@JuoxAeon]

Thank you Milke, I follow all your videos, I am fan of your videos, but this is the most important for me. THANK YOU!!!

[@totallyfrozen]

Yes, Phillips bits are sizes by number. The most common size is #2. If the screws require a “fat” bit, you’re probably looking at a #3. As the size goes up, so does the number. Thanks for showing what a Whisper Room is made of and how it’s designed. Considering the MSRP of theses, they seem like a HUGE rip off, IMO. MDF is what my kitchen cabinets are made of. I did a bit of homework on that material and didn’t find them to be recognized for any acoustic ability. Just a cheap wood product. The best parts of the WR seem to be the door and window. Not convinced they’re worth thousands of dollars, though. This video helped me make up my mind. I’m building my own booth. 5’x5’ with 6” insulation all around. Combo of OC-703 and Applegate cotton battes in the walls.

[@websolutions6117]

Awesome! I like that you showed every step. I feel so much more comfortable putting mine together now. Thanks!

[@KiLLACAiN]

dude! this is a really great video! thanks!

[@joeyxl3456]

Fair f*cks to you for making this video. Where would we all be without people like you. Cheers bro.

[@eustacelastlyproductions]

This is one of the greatest things I have ever seen.

[@Sheilawyer]

Thanks for the upload. Built one with my son today💪🏾 and your video helped tremendously 😘

[@curtisstrong5253]

Hi Mike, Thanks for the very helpful video. I've just gotten a 4'x6' enhanced (double wall) WhisperRoom with the caster plate. Watched your video several times before beginning the assembly. Two person job stabilizing the walls while attaching due to casters, yes, wheels locked, still wants to travel. Thanks again.

[@kevindelong7729]

I appreciate this video. Mike, great job. I am attempting to build my own as the design here is very simple. This video is helping tremendously in knowing how to construct it. Thanks !

[@fLUXX_77]

Watching this in 2021 - You´ve come a long way!

[@bobbisnyder1928]

Great video! Wondering if I could convert a dry, indoor sauna into something like this since it's no longer working as intended.. Great stuff, thanks

[@staticsolutions3203]

Was that a special appearance by Mrs Booth Junkie? Thanks for sharing how it’s put together. I’m going to make my own. I have years of construction experience and know I can make one custom for much less $$$ and I’ll enjoy the process and the end results of having made it myself.

[@lizmorey2061]

Thanks so much for this, I also bought mine second-hand and I was terrified to assemble it. But now it feels (hopefully) doable!

[@deblazz5960]

Wonderful video! You are so helpful, endearing, and very cute!

[@ifell3]

Never even heard of a whisper room, but at a pinch a porta loo and a load of campervan wall lining might work just the same,, the ultimate confession booth.

[@evorethdarkunon8509]

This guy reminds me of Zack Galafanakis. Great video 👍

[@KeyzConClase]

Thanks for the video, you answered the question I was looking for which is how is the sound raw sound inside.

[@SKARFACEVIDEOS]

Excellent thank you for sharing.

[@emergingloki]

Ok, I'm years late, but very interesting. Also serves as a great pointer for how-to DIY your own 😀

[@rubenlanuzo3210]

Hope I can make it to. 🙏🙏

[@kimberlyaustin1720]

Thank Mike! Another awesome video. Are you happy with the 4x4 size or now after spending a lot of time in there, wish you had the 4x6? I'm torn between the two.

[@BoothJunkie]

The 4x4 is fine, I've gotten used to it, but it gets hot in there pretty fast, and the ventilation is not usable when I record. I'd always appreciate more space. But sound wise, I'm happy with the 4x4 for about 95% of my work. it's only when I have to get REALLY loud that the size of the booth starts to change the sound.

[@ThisMichaelBrown]

Great video! Thx!

[@vaultcry]

So what about make some noise outside of the whisper room closely and hear its in booth?

[@crisramirez6504]

Does it roll?

[@theofficialvontae]

Great!

[@ssserotonin1373]

17:08 scared me bro I thought that metal frame for the door on the ceiling was about to hit you cause you forgot it was there

[@willmcelroy6376]

Thanks man!! helped alot!

[@vvickyvoiceover8604]

Hey!! Thanks for all of your videos.. A question. Does the ventilation fan bother you during your recordings with it's Humm or Buzz noise? If yes, Hoe do you deal with it? Using Reafir or something like that? If no, what is the distance between Booth wall and the fan? Hope I am communicating. Thanks in advance for your inputs.

[@BoothJunkie]

Totally does. I pretty much never use the fan, it creates a low rumble that the mic totally picks up. I'm mulling over how to fix it, and if I do you can be sure there will be a video for it.

[@elymental]

Booth Junkie you can purchase fan baffles from hydroponic grow shops. Cannabis growers use them to help silence their fans so that the authorities don't become aware of their illegal growing activities. I hope that is of some help for you, and that you can stay cool 😎. Best wishes from the uk 🇬🇧

[@websolutions6117]

Can you fit a guitar in there? Or a 64 key keyboard? Also, I would need to erect this on carpet. Would the carpet cause any problems?

[@blackprezmusic]

Would you recommend a single wall or double wall?

[@likua8]

depends, if you have a buget get single, if you wanna spend a bit more get double, but would recommend single, cause there’s almost no difference

[@GabePlaysYT]

Great video!! this will be a good reference for when I order mine this year! did you get any optional features for yours?

[@marcellogobbi]

how can you add bass traps AND have space for moving? Thanks

[@iqcq2063]

That is a silver room by vocal booth

[@avalanwa]

You have a strong woman!

[@eddieruiz6509]

I wanted to know how you found this used , I am looking for one and would like to find it used if lucky, Thank's

[@britishnomad]

Gosh.. I didn't recognize you.. thanks for the info

[@sekritskworl-sekrit_studios]

Which Brand?

[@AsifKhan6654]

What is the size and price of this booth?

[@djwheels66]

What was the cost of this?

[@Usama123000cool]

Saw this video 5 years too late 😅 anyone know how much it costs?

[@TALKCalgary]

Why would the manufacturer of Whisper Room use such low quality fixtures and fittings simply to save a few cents?

[@genobambino]

Strong Italian guys rule.

[@craiglee7993]

Damn Mike was huge then,glad you lost the weight.

[@official88beats]

Tons of work for parts that seem weak. Qcacoustics is innovative and basically fool proof, takes me 30 minutes to assemble a 650lb booth!

[@BoothJunkie]

+88Beats I'm not familiar with QCAcoustics, it'd love to know about the assembly.Thanks for letting me know.

[@user-je1kn8xi6s]

I would definitely not disassemble once assembled, due to the fact it's made out of cheap MDF. You can only screw into MDF so many times, before it wallows out. Then it's worthless! These seem too expensive for such cheap material.

[@BoothJunkie]

You're not screwing into the MDF itself, there are threaded nuts to bolt into. Those could strip, but it's not like screwing right into MDF at all. These are made to be reassembled.

[@user-je1kn8xi6s]

@@BoothJunkie I understand, but if the nuts are in the MDF they could wallow out over time. If it's reassembled repeatedly. I've never had a good experience with MDF. They're quite expensive, I just think you could build out a room for the same amount. They're definitely a nice product and seem well made. They're are pros and cons to everything, knowing my lucky they'd crap out on me. Great video though, glad you showed people what it's like to put together.

[@eyalgelberg]

OMG this really you without the no beard? Stay with the beard :-)

[@moristar]

OMG NO BEARD!

[@cloudstudios7408]

take a breath lol

[@kwindzy]

Mike, you better don't shave your face clean EVER again. IMO, that kind of mutilation does not suit you.

[@anointed01]

Thanks for the video!!!