Cheap DIY PVC Vocal Booth - Part 1

[@RedLeader327]

I've been using this setup for a while now and it's SO GOOD! I throw an additional blanket over the top and some others around where I record and get such clean audio, it's great!

[@CartoonCorey]

Just built this and I love it! The blankets from you are great! Thanks for the detailed instructions. I really appreciate it.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Great! Thank you for the good word!

[@PandaEFX]

Finished builiding mine, was super easy with instructions. My blankets are on the way to be delivered tomorrow. Thanks everyone at VBTG!

[@Vocalboothtogo]

You are very welcome!

[@sterlingboyns4883]

Can't wait to buy my pvc pipes tomorrow and get to work using this model!

[@Videos_I_like]

Thanks so much for posting this video!! Followed your instructions and it was as easy as you make it look to put this together. It really helped to have all the materials needed and measurements provided. A fun project that really enhances the vocal quality of recording. Great job putting together a video that is easy to follow and offers a real solution for people recording at home!

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Thank you!

[@lashandakline]

Just completed the frame, I love it so far.

[@NasirAli-hs8np]

God bless you poorman's booth maker!!! Thank you so much!!

[@CreativeThinking52]

Awesome tutorial. Is it hot inside of the vocal booth? It's 100 degrees here. Must have air conditioning.Thanks for sharing. Have a great day.👍

[@Vocalboothtogo]

@CreativeThinking52 thanks. Yes, it gets warm. AC will help

[@CreativeThinking52]

@@Vocalboothtogo Thanks for responding to my question. Have a great day.👍

[@jordanlee1439]

Control (just the room): 5:53 Single Layer Test: 6:24 Double Layer Test: 7:07

[@GeofclavzOfficial]

This is very helpful with clear instructions and direct to the point video. I just love the idea. thanks for sharing this sir.

[@MCrelationz]

Such a crazy difference in sound!

[@pir8930]

everyone's gangster until booth starts walking

[@ColtraneTaylor]

"everyone's gangster until " Overused phrase alert.

[@virtueisdead]

@@ColtraneTaylor ok coltrane taylor

[@ColtraneTaylor]

@@virtueisdead Ok yourself.

[@virtueisdead]

@@ColtraneTaylor ok

[@uniworkhorse]

Deadass looks spooky when it walks

[@simonavalentinamusic]

Great video and this seems to be a good solution for stopping the reflections. However, one question, does this decrease the sound that comes out when you record? I am interested in finding something that will minimise the noise so as my neighbours will stop complaining when I sing loudly. Thanks a lot.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

This booth would good for blocking out about 10dB of sound while also removing the reverb and echo from your recordings. If you require more than this, you would be better served inside one of our sound proofing booths. Check out the booths we carry for this: www.vocalboothtogo.com/product-category/mobile-recording-booths/mobile-sound-booth-soundproof/

[@weirdasheechul]

Simona- Valentina have you found a solution for that? I have the exact same problem.

[@simonavalentinamusic]

Weird As Heechul I am actually doing some research now, not really building my booth yet. But I was told by Vocalboothtogo that the one above only decreases about 10db... pleaser see their reply above for more info. Hope you will a good solution for yourself. 👍🎶

[@NatePfromGV]

@@simonavalentinamusic did you figure out any answers? I also belt and am trying to limit my own voice from carrying to other places.

[@vivianhuang246]

thank god for this video !!! i've seen so many videos of people using wood and I just don't have the strength or equipment for that. I"m gonna try this thanks!

[@منوعات-س4غ]

i m too loooooooooooooooool

[@jeffersonalmendez3862]

This is the best video on how to make vocal Booth

[@r0ck99videos]

For the sound test, are you using a clip on mic or the mic on your phone?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

@@r0ck99videos that is a good question! I think we were using the phone for the testing

[@theskipgilberto]

I'm building mine a little wider so i can record acoustic guitar as well. Thanks for the build advice.👍

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Yes, if you check the part 2 we show how you can easily change the size and configuration of the frame.

[@jacksonmumford6237]

you saved my life bro I love you

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Love you too! Good luck.

[@KingsleyChim2u]

Thanx for this awesome video. man question is, can one use iron instead of pvc cos iron is readily more available.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

@KingsleyChim-s2u hi..sure you can use metal, if it is cheaper and more available

[@lizgotgin4763]

Hi there, I’ve bought my pipes and sound blankets from VBTG. I’ve recently been using the boiler cupboard which is small but has been very well insulated. My problem now is that if I stay in this space my booth can only be 82cm x 95cm. My question is, although small will it affect the sound negatively being so small? Or, should I build a bigger booth to go into an untreated bedroom? Thanks

[@HardineraOnline-cz3fl]

How about ventilation? Is there a way to install AC or exhaust? Thank you.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

For ventilation you can insert a hose from portable AC under or between the blankets. It does not need an exhaust, because the panels are "breathable ". So use active air input with passive output.

[@nkingofficial]

Man that's crazy. And even just with a cellphone me, imagine with a good mic, pop filter, and mic shield as well.

[@iSpitboxer]

Word!

[@javiergiacomone9861]

Great work! But I can get spv blankets here in Argentina, how can remplace them? A blanket made of what matterial? Thanksss

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hi. I am not sure of these was a typo or not: what is spv blanket and did you mean you CAN or CANNOT get them?

[@shivani5478]

Thank you for such a great video! I'm building an a variation of this booth and was wondering if 1" cut pipes will work for the corner connector builds?

[@mattharbert]

Is it an iPhone in all 3 situations? I'd love to hear a condenser mic in there. Seems like there's still some weird background noise? Definitely a huge reduction of reverb though.

[@bEASToUTtHEbOX]

Plus it doesn't help that, according to a reply to another comment, they added compression and eq. Wish they would have auditioned the raw audio.

[@orangemaniabrother2232]

To me it helps if they put compression on, all these tests are usually without, and I need to know what quality I'm getting after compression, because that's the real revealer of a bad room.

[@IrineuEvangelista]

I can hear a white noise from the inside the booth track, is that from the mic or from the booth itself?

[@voa23]

Was just to comment on that. I think those that can afford a pro mic and preamp & Audio interface will be worth the money spent. Noise Floor and a Ccean signale coupled with this booth should suffice.

[@martinellsmusic]

Just a quick question what is a SPB?? Because when I look it up on your website can’t find it ??

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello: SPB stands for SoundProofer Booth. SPB booths what to choose: www.vocalboothtogo.com/soundproofer-sound-booths-spb-series-vocalbothtogo-com-choose-one-suits-best/ SPB booth double: acoustic test results: vocalboothtogo.com/certification-test-results-enhanced-solo-sound-booth-spb33-2-double-wall-riverbank-acoustic-laboratory/ SPB success story: vocalboothtogo.com/soundproof-sound-booth-success-story/ We offer three sizes: vocalboothtogo.com/product-category/mobile-recording-booths/mobile-sound-booth-soundproof/

[@tommydahill437]

I just ordered one. I plan to use blankets and also cover it with mass loaded vinyl.

[@tommydahill437]

@JDS music I don't know but I don't expect it for at least a week

[@tommydahill437]

@JDS music A bit more than a week--to Alaska!

[@ericreese38]

Built this today! Nice setup and it works great! Thanks for this..

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Best of productivity!

[@ericreese38]

@@Vocalboothtogo thanks. I did mess up on the front part. I didn’t put the arms upward on the bottom part so I do have a little step bit it helps with keeping the blankets down…

[@linreedshukla2023]

Such a helpful video! Thank you so much! Question: What mic are you using?

[@AJ-iu6nw]

will this isolate sound? I wanted to hear what it sounded like from the outside

[@Vocalboothtogo]

It will dampen the sound. But please always realize that there is a difference between sound absorption and sound blocking products. Also consider that to isolate sound you have to create an alright enclosure. This video will demonstrate how blankets work for soundproofing:Drum room soundproofing. Case study: vocalboothtogo.com/how-to-soundproof-drum-room-in-basement-using-acoustic-blankets/ Video: Closet to VocalBooth vocalboothtogo.com/diy-vocal-booth-in-closet-building-tutorial/

[@R3LIABLE]

Would this booth be good for soundproofing? My main concern is having a space to practice vocals without bothering upstairs and downstairs roommates at my place.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

This booth is designed to create acoustic environment for echo-less recording. For soundproofing we have a different booth: SPB booths what to choose: www.vocalboothtogo.com/soundproofer-sound-booths-spb-series-vocalbothtogo-com-choose-one-suits-best/ For one person this would be tge best option: SPB33-2022 assembly instructions: vocalboothtogo.com/soundproof-er-vocal-booth-spb33-2022-assembly-instructions/

[@AGVersace100]

there is so much comb filtering in the second test... test three is cool though. Double blanket

[@d42]

what was the glue used for? it seems like you weren't even using it in the video

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Very observant! i thought we mentioned that in the video, that we did not use the glue because we were going to take it apart anyway

[@steffanielopes8695]

@VBTG do your blankets come with the grommets already made???

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Yes. We have blankets with grommets and without. And also with Velcro tie ups. If there is a letter "G" in the SKU of the product, that means it has grommets installed.

[@hillsroad1]

Just finished mine and I love it! thanks for this video

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Good luck!

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello everybody: to help you figure out how to make a custom size PVC vocal booth frame, we created a special calculator for DIY PVC frame: www.vocalboothtogo.com/select-custom-pvc-vocal-booth-frame-calculator/ all you need to do is to enter the size of the frame you want to build and the calculator will show all the cuts and sizes that you need. If you click on " Print instructions" button a new screen will open with detailed instructions how to build your frame. Thank you. PS: we also grouped all products so you can order the frames and other supplies from the same page: www.vocalboothtogo.com/product/pvc-vocal-booth-kit-complete-set/

[@naomimadelinvoiceover6907]

Oh WOW so amazing. I was just working it all out myself. Thanks for this 🙂

[@JemGabriel]

That voice over is so smooth

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Just some eq and compression. Thanks!

[@javiergiacomone9861]

Great work! But here in Argentina this kind of acoustic blankets isnt available. Can I remplace this acoustic blankets for any other? Cotton blankets? Very thanks!!

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Thick blankets with cotton stuffing will work. May be you can use several layers.

[@javiergiacomone9861]

@@Vocalboothtogo thanks!!!

[@sandilek4349]

Are these blankets available in South Africa?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello. They are not available IN South Africa, but we can ship them there.

[@programmingwithsarah409]

Can we use normal summer blankets ? Will they absorb sound?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

"Normal summer blankets" I assume are light duvet? What is normal summer blankets? The Producer's Choice Blankets are filled with cotton and are very heavy. If you find something like this, then yes. If you are talking about light weight polyester duvet or thin novowen blankets that might be used as a beach blanket, then you will not achieve good results

[@programmingwithsarah409]

@@Vocalboothtogo means the one u used in this video with bedsheets... its not too thick... I made a vocal both which is quite large that my computer table fits inside. I'm thinking to use a blanket just like of yours to hang it in double form on the walls as I can't afford buy moving blankets right now Cox of low budget.. and if I use bedsheets with it as well just like u did... will it work ? Or if not, using multiple cotton bedsheets will help or a normal thick blanket will also do the job ? Please suggest me

[@Vocalboothtogo]

@@programmingwithsarah409 in this video we used our Producer's Choice Blankets. You can get them at www.vocalboothtogo.com I understand, that you are looking for a substitute, but whatever you are planning to use will need to have sufficient sound absorption efficacy and weight. I cannot suggest you using layers of bedsheets or bath towels. Because in one or two layers it is not going to work. In my opinion it is a false savings to use subpar materials and hope to achieve good results.

[@drunkpanda_1]

I cant seem to find the SPB 80x80 soundproof blankets with grommets and velcro tabs. I have found the SB-VG Sound Booth Blankets Producers Choice - White-Black - (80"x80") WITH VELCRO TIE UPS AND GROMMETS though. These are not the same are they? What is the difference between velcro tie ups and tabs? Do tie ups also work? thanks

[@Vocalboothtogo]

They are one in the same, we changed the model number recently. Thanks!

[@andrewfugate1589]

Quick Question: Does it matter if I use SDR-26 PVC pipe or Schedule 40? SDR-26 is less expensive than Schedule 40, but I don't want to purchase it unless I know it will serve the same purpose. Anyone? Bueller?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Bueller took a day off. :) I am not sure how SDR-26 will behave. I think you can test it. From what I know "26" means that the thickness of the wall is 26 times less than diameter. I think the smallest diameter of the SDR-26 is 1.5 inches with wall thickness of 0.09 inches. That seems thin to me. On the other hand you need the connectors. Do you have the connectors?

[@andrewfugate1589]

@@Vocalboothtogo I've decided to go with Schedule 40. The SDR is flexible under pressure and I don't want my PVC bowing from the weight of my sound Blankets. I already have all of my connectors, grommeted blankets from Northern Tool, and flooring - I just need the pipe. Thanks for the vid and advice. Wish me luck Bro!

[@Vocalboothtogo]

@@andrewfugate1589 i agree

[@alexio2612]

My pvc pipes keep falling when I try to put them together how did I fix this ? Thanks

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Not sure I understand: are they falling AFTER you assemble it or IN THE PROCESS? If it is After, then you need to glue them together. If it us in the process, then you also need to glue them together. The steps are: 1) Assemble the base without glue, make sure all parts are correct. The T and L connectors are facing up. 2) pull the parts one by one, glue and fit back together. No rush. The glue will catch within seconds. 3) assemble and glue the top the same way. 4) connect verticals. 5).place the too rectangle on top of the vertical posts It should work.

[@alexio2612]

@@Vocalboothtogo ok thanks so much I guess it was the glue. It’s been falling during the process off putting it together but I wasn’t using any glue.

[@synthguy7774]

Do you have to use PVC glue? I'm only asking because I live in a small space and would like the option to be able to stow it away when not in use.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

We actually making a video to answer that exact . In reality you do not have to glue it. Iy just makes the structure prone to collapse if you do not push the connectors all the way in. At the same time if you do push them all the way in, then it is very hard to pull them apart even without the glue. If the goal is to take the frame away when not in use, then the AVB booths are the way to go. www.vocalboothtogo.com/product-category/mobile-recording-booths/mobile-acoustic-vocal-booth/

[@RossPatzelt]

i have been looking at a quick easy way to do something like this and i thought of buying a Gas Cylinder Cage or some kind of metal cage and then simply putting blankets over the top and putting a small laptop table and mic inside it to use to block out noise. what do you think

[@Vocalboothtogo]

The cage might rattle and vibrate causing sympathetic noise during performance, but you would need to try it to see. Interesting idea though

[@Awertnex]

I'm not concerned about reverb as much as noise reduction, will I be able to scream my lungs out inside the booth without getting any noise complains? if yes, is a single layer good enough for my needs? and does the VB72-G do the job?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello. For soundblocking you would need something with more mass, like SPB booths SPB booths what to choose: www.vocalboothtogo.com/soundproofer-sound-booths-spb-series-vocalbothtogo-com-choose-one-suits-best/

[@felici01]

I was wondering I know that you marked down (14) 1" inch PVC T connectors but do you mean 16? cuz I was trying to count it on the video? and then you put (10) 1in PVC 90-degree connector and I was wondering did you mean 8 because I'm trying to I can't count where the other two is at?

[@felici01]

Never mind about the 16 joint conectors 😄

[@kingofthejungle9300]

If the pipe is 1 inch thick how thick is the t connectors and 90° connectors?

[@SlickFrame]

You have to glue the pipes together so that they don't fall apart, right? Without glue, they'll just fall over due to the weight of the blankets hanging off of them. If I wanted to disassemble this booth, is there an easy way to take them apart, despite the glue?

[@lyndraski4152]

That is my question is well. I think the answer is no - once it's glued, it's stuck together and you can't take it apart, unless you pull out that PVC cutter. But if someone else can answer that question, it would be appreciated.

[@SlickFrame]

@@lyndraski4152 I actually managed to build my own booth without glue! If you use white and grey pipes, they stick together pretty well on their own.

[@lyndraski4152]

@@SlickFrame *sigh* now they tell me. Thanks Slick Frame - I just glued the joints but didn't glue the poles. Now I have to tackle learning Reaper...

[@SlickFrame]

@@lyndraski4152 You're welcome! Good luck!

[@nnell_daone]

I don’t see where the 2 1.5in pieces come in in the corners. It just looks like 1 90 degree and 2 Tees.

[@pumukawerohia3822]

They will be inside the 90 degree PVC to help attach the tees to it

[@solkyske]

why do u need those 1.5 connector pieces? couldn't you just connect the T and elbow pieces directly without the connector piece?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

No. Connectors are designed to go on the pipe. Not on each other.

[@Purpleboo6875]

Just saved me hundreds!! Thanks!!

[@multifacetedreality1737]

Hi, 1) Which pvc cutter are you using? I searched on internet and there are so many I got very confused. Can't go and examine them in the shop due to lockdown. 2)Your list mentions pvc glue, but you didn't use any. Is it compulsory? 3) If glue is used, will the structure remain collapsible?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello. This was a demo video . That is why we did not use glue. We did show at one point how to use it. Is the glue compulsory? I should probably put together a video of cutouts to show what happens when the frame is not glued together. It just falls apart when you try to hang blankets on it. Once you glue parts together you will not be able to take them apart. The pipe cutter? We actually used a saw to cut the pipes. It is much faster. Hack saw or jigsaw work well. If you are thinking of disasembling the frame i suggest to only glue the top and base frames and se duct tape to secure vertical supports.

[@multifacetedreality1737]

@@Vocalboothtogo Okay, thank you so much. Really nice of you to explain in detail and the prompt response too. I'll be doing all this for the first time, hence so many queries. Thanks again.

[@WrBlPro]

I've been considering on getting this. I'm not too educated in how the blankets go, but I do know for booths that they need additional acoustic foam and others to accompany it. Does this need it too or will the blankets do the trick?

[@WrBlPro]

And do we have to do something with the floor....?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

The blankets totally do the trick. But you need the acoustic blankets. People have to add foam if they use moving blankets. If you use producers choice blankets there is no need to add foam.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

@@WrBlPro there are two concerns with the floor treatment: 1. Vibrations ( sound transmission to microphone). 2. Reflections. A rubber mat will take care of vibrations. Thick carpet will take care of reflections.

[@WrBlPro]

@@Vocalboothtogo Ok, cool shouldn't be a problem. Thanks for the prompt answers.

[@JoJoJames]

What is 1.5 cut connectors

[@Vocalboothtogo]

1.5 connectors? You mean those short piece of pipe? These are just to connect the actual connectors. For more details and to create your own custom size frame you can use our DIY PVC frame calculator: Custom PVC calculator: vocalboothtogo.com/select-custom-pvc-vocal-booth-frame-calculator/

[@JoJoJames]

The 90 degree and tee connector are the same size in having trouble with trying to connect them together to make that turn stores are telling me the have nothing for it

[@Vocalboothtogo]

@@JoJoJames to connect them together you need a short piece of pipe. In the video you see 2 inch pieces of pipe . For specific list of parts you can use this as a reference: Custom PVC calculator: vocalboothtogo.com/select-custom-pvc-vocal-booth-frame-calculator/ If you enter the frame size you need. The calculator will tell you how many pipes and connectors you need and what length to cut.

[@MikeDeLaMorte]

Probably going to do an heavier, less labor intensive build w furniture grade

[@charlieatthepiano122]

What dimensions is your booth and where can I buy the pvc tubes that you've listed? Additionally, your UK shop doesn't sell the 'sb-vg' blanket that is recommended and linked to the US shop.. Bit confusing. Thanks

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello Charlie: The UK shop does carry the SB-VG blankets, but unfortunately they are out of stock. And the container with new inventory is being delayed at a transit port. The pvc booth can be made of any size. If you are interested in specific dimensions, send us an email request and i will send you a formula, where you can enter the final dimensions and it will calculate the size of all parts and suggested quantity of grommets. And finally where in the UK you can get the PVC pipes? I would assume that any plumbing shop would carry them.

[@audiomc3370]

What was the glue used for? And wouldn't 1 inch thick pvp pipes make the booth flimsy to where it may collapse especially if you double layer the booth with blankets? Is this booth only 6 feet tall? Thanks

[@Vocalboothtogo]

The glue is used to connect the joints permanently. We didn't use it because I shot this in a basement and would not have been able to remove it if i did. If you are planning to use this booth, i would glue it. The 1inch part refers to the pipe inside dimension. They are plenty strong to hold, no problem. The booth shown here was 6.5 foot tall.

[@audiomc3370]

@@Vocalboothtogo thank you! Just for clarification, the pvc pipes are not inches thick? If not, how thick are they? Thanks

[@Vocalboothtogo]

​@@audiomc3370 1 & 5/16th is going to be the outside dimension of the PVC poles.

[@audiomc3370]

@@Vocalboothtogo got it thanks!

[@audiomc3370]

@@Vocalboothtogo any black Friday deals?

[@fettiano2703]

Where did you get those materials from?

[@crazyreactions8451]

Can this booth be used for music???

[@kaysm7567]

Hi! Quick question! What type on mic stand would you recommend for a booth of this size? I’m having a hard time finding one that fits in this 3x3 space

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello Mikhayla: we have a small stand that will work: www.vocalboothtogo.com/product/microphone-stand/ I also think that goose-neck type mic mounts with clip on clamp can work.

[@kaysm7567]

@@Vocalboothtogo awesome, thank you!

[@steffanielopes8695]

I’m really nervous about building this myself but I LOVE putting things together in my home. HELP!!!

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello Steffanie, we got you! We have precut PVC available. And you can also order your own custom size! PVC frame: www.vocalboothtogo.com/product/pvc-vocal-booth-kit-complete-set/ Custom PVC calculator: vocalboothtogo.com/select-custom-pvc-vocal-booth-frame-calculator/

[@JackAcid]

GENIUS. I'm starting mine next week. Thank you!

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Thanks for stopping by!

[@karsa8304]

What is the name of the tool on 4:24?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

it is called "grommet press" or Grommet machine"

[@AditKapoor]

Would any blanket work for this purpose? Like cotton padded ones.

[@RussellFeatherstone]

Thick moving blanket, you can also double fold them. They won't sound proof but they'll help a lot with absorption and room reflections

[@paulmatthews8934]

I'm a little confused about blankets. You show installation of 3 (80"x80") blankets, but list 5 in the materials list? I have assembled the same design, but using 33" square pieces, rather than 27". My math still says two around the body and one on the roof should suffice, with overlap. Am I missing a step or something important?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

We show we are using 2 blankets for the walls and 1 for the roof. Where do you see 5 blankets listed?

[@paullawson9902]

@@Vocalboothtogo At 5:30 Immediately after the 5:23 'Materials Used" PVC list slide. It then shows the Producers Choice Blankets at qty. (1) All black 80x80 and (4) of the Black and white 80x80 blankets. I do see on your sight that is the blanket count for the largest booth, rather than this one. This size does show 2 + 1 on your chart.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

@@paullawson9902 Yeah, i think we had 5 blankets on hand, we ended up using 3 in this video to start, but we added 2 more blankets on the inside for the double walled test. But you can just use 3 blankets for a single wall booth.

[@paulmatthews8934]

@@Vocalboothtogo Excellent! Thanks! Any Disc codes avail? Celebrating your move and all?

[@lehandroz]

May I ask what specific type of PVC pipe you're using for this?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

This was Schedule 40.

[@d42]

so if two blankets is better... why dont you just produce a blankets with twice the thickness instead?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Good idea! our blankets already twice as thick as a moving blanket, so even if we were to make a double layered blankets ( which we do for Doors and Windows) double of that would still be better! :)

[@ZachDC1990]

Is the site down? It wont seem to load

[@Vocalboothtogo]

It is back up again. It seems that we had a hack attack. Sorry.

[@moneyflux1945]

is this okay if my enviroment is noisy outside? my room picks up vehicle sounds

[@JohnScottB]

This will not help much at all with that. The blankets provide sound absorbtion, not sound proofing. This will only help elimante echo inside the room but won't help sound from getting out or in. I hope that helps.

[@jacksonmumford6237]

Thank You

[@beatweezl]

Test 1 No Blankets: 6:00 Test 2: Single Layer Blankets: 6:28 Test 3: Double Layer Blankets: 7:09

[@scoreofmarples]

anyone know why the double layer blankets test has background noise ??? wth is going on lol

[@Atlascatter]

Where do you place the mic stand/boom at? Has anyone experienced feeding through the roof? I just built this. Great design and glad that you can expand it if needed in the future. I likely will as it is snug. I was able to make it a little bigger with the same materials using math. Even so, I am trying to set up the mic so that the stand’s legs are out of the way. Thanks

[@johnroberts5562]

Would liked to have seen a TEST of what noise REDUCTION from OUTSIDE the booth sounded like INSIDE. BTW = Great idea :) Thanks

[@tim323online]

Exactly.

[@justdope1963]

Total cost of this build?

[@ericcartmansstrengthandpow5960]

Bout tree fiddy.

[@valbertwendel]

Amazing! What other blankets I can use? I couldn't find those blankets in my country, so... Would blackouts ones work? Again, amazing!

[@Vocalboothtogo]

What country? We also can ship from Europe. Www.vocalboothtogo.co.uk

[@valbertwendel]

@@Vocalboothtogo I'm from Brazil... I would pay too much for the blankets by adding the taxes even if you could ship here.

[@justboy74]

Moving blankets

[@Vocalboothtogo]

@@justboy74 moving blankets are thin, reflective and not the same thing as our blankets at all. In fact we were a distributor of moving blankets before we developed the Producer's Choice blankets.

[@andthetruthis1640]

what about the pvc glue? how to use it?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Depending on the brand of glue you get. Some have primer and glue and some are primer and glue together. If you use the first option then apply the primer on the parts that supposed to be glued first. This removes any dirt and oils. Then apply yhe glue and insert the pipe into connectors. If the glue and primer are all in one, then you only need to apply it one tims and insert.

[@johnsonsgreen928]

on double layer, sound is so absorbed by the sheets the booth started to move.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Yes. It's alive!

[@ForrestFox626]

How do you add a microphone?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello Darius: to your other question about the number of pipes-go to www.vocalboothtogo.com I have also pinned the comment with specific links. As far as microphone. You can use a mic stand.

[@kurganovpeter]

Excellent project! Who figured out how to make it possible to breathe in there? It gets hot and stuffy quick! Air ventilation? Climate control? Any inputs are highly appreciated! Thanks!

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Yeah, we got that too: www.vocalboothtogo.com/product/quiet-ventilation-fan-muffler/

[@typingcat]

Man versus laws of physics: the road to victory.

[@glenesis]

Nice!

[@danielerlichofficial]

I'm almost at the point where I'm buying this! I'm starting my own voice acting studio at home and my desk is inside a big room with a high ceiling so the option with the PVC pipes and blankets suits me well. Only a few questions: 1. I have consulted with many sound designer friends, they think that for the highs and echo the blankets can do the job but for the lows, it can get messy and my recording could sound "muddy", so without disrespecting, are the blankets to your professional opinion is comparable to a "proper" sound studio with styrofoam/Rockwool and other absorption material on the walls? 2.a Does the size of the booth makes a difference in the sound? 3. I have an idea. When I order, can I request that one blanket (for the celling) will have the grommets on all sides of the blanket so I can attach the ends of the blankets with shower curtain hooks? (so it will be really stretched above it and not loose) 4. I have also an idea to make a "door" and in the entrance to just glue some magnets so it will be kind of closed. What do you think about it?

[@rainabeutel6965]

Get some bass traps and put them on the inside especially inner corners

[@EdgarHammer847]

Hi Daniel, 2 years later... did you end up using this design? Did you make any additions/mods?

[@danielerlichofficial]

@@EdgarHammer847 Hi, yes. I did. But I plan soon to build a new one since the one I built (similar to the one in this video) is kind of swinging and not very stable, so I'm planning on building a new one with more pipes in the middle for more stability

[@EdgarHammer847]

@@danielerlichofficial good idea, seems it may need some cross brace. Have you had some VO succes?

[@sur-dhwani8987]

how do you handle suffocation .../ ventilation ?

[@internetuser8607]

You hope for the best

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Very funny! :) there is no risk of suffocation there because the blankets are not air tight For acoustic blankets to absorb sound they have to allow the sound to get in. You can actually breath right through the blanket. It does het warm in there though. So we offer a quiet ventilation fan on our site: www.vocalboothtogo.com/product/quiet-ventilation-fan-muffler/ We also have the speed controller. If you reduce the speed the fan becomes practically inaudible.

[@منوعات-س4غ]

Wow, can you do it like this but the sound is out !! Because I SING and I do not like anyone to hear me at home or the neighbors !! Please, please, please answer me

[@halfslackbeats492]

Unfortunately you won’t be able to get a pvc soundproof setup. This is more for stopping reflections and making sure your acoustics are good.

[@antoineinniss140]

Where can I purchase the no noise led strip light (LED-SL)

[@Hawthorne-Studios]

Ebay?

[@marioCazares]

Thanks for sharing! Gonna need to do this

[@ixblazexdaxhaze]

Is it hot In there how do I keep it cool

[@Vocalboothtogo]

It does get warm as in any closed up space, but this booth is not entirely airtight. We have a ventilation fan available to blow air into the booth. or you can simply take breaks and air it out between the sessions.

[@cashmoney8770]

Y do u need the glue ???

[@MrMustard2U]

is there anyway you can make these more soundproof, for an apartment studio, so you don't have your neighbors complaining about your shit singing to the apt. managers..

[@Vocalboothtogo]

"these" like the PVC frame with blankets? only if you add more blankets and only to a certain point. if your neighbors do not appreciate your singing, then you might want get the the soundproofer version ( SPB series: vocalboothtogo.com/product-category/mobile-recording-booths/mobile-sound-booth-soundproof/ ) or you can aske your neighbors to move.

[@MrMustard2U]

@@Vocalboothtogo LOL...I appreciate the reply...Thank You...going to look into your products...peace...

[@drozzieternal1379]

nice

[@artgriot637]

so in total how many blankets?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

It depends on the size of the booth you want to build. On our website www.vocalboothtogo.com we have a calculator, that will show you number and the size of all parts as well as number of blankets you will need.

[@rdub3795]

How much would it cost to purchase that entire booth?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello Dub: To meet the customer's requests we actually made some of them available for purchase in 4 most popular sizes. We also have a calculator, that allows you to customize the frame to your wishes. We even offer to make the fitted roof! Please visit VocalBoothToGo.com. Here is the direct link: www.vocalboothtogo.com/product/diy-pvc-vocal-booth-frame-kit-complete-set-just-add-glue/

[@cyndyrella]

What is the footprint of the finished product?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello Cyndy : We intentionally did not provide any specific dimensions in this video, because you can create any size frame that you want. After this video though , people started asking us to cut frames for them. Please see this link for some frame sizes: PVC frame: www.vocalboothtogo.com/product/pvc-vocal-booth-kit-complete-set/ We also have a PVC frame calculator in case you want a different frame size.

[@JamieACampbell]

I've been planning to build a booth according to this video for quite a while, and I'm finally about to pull the trigger on it. I'm a bit concerned about the space inside the booth, and was hoping to make it a bit more spacious to fit a shelf or small table for my laptop and potentially a music stand or something similar from which to read a tablet as I record. In order to give the booth a bit of a bigger "footprint" and make it more spacious inside, I would just have to cut all 7 of the 27" pieces of PVC pipe to be a bit longer, is that correct? Thanks so much for posting the guide!

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello Jamie: we have created a special calculator, that will give you the size of all cuts depending on the final size of your booth. Please see the pinned comment. The center piece should remain the same. 27". It is the shorter pieces near the corners that should ne cut longer. This allows for more even support.

[@JamieACampbell]

@@Vocalboothtogo I just realized I'd forgotten to reply here. Thanks so much for your answer! The booth came together beautifully and I'm excited to get started.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

@@JamieACampbell best of success to you!

[@DKLASSifiedSource]

I’m confused. I watched over and over and I don’t understand how to make the connectors. I’m sure im overlooking something but it would have really help to watch you put them together instead of the freeze frame.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello Donavon: which connectors are you talking about? The pipes are just cut to size. Smallest piece is 2 inch long. Fittings are purchased. Are you talking about the corners, where two fittings come very close together? Then it is: fitting + 2 inch pipe + fitting. We have additional videos for different size frames, try to watch those.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Watching this one might help you understand what is going on with the door peices. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5m5iWqrht1_ndU

[@lyndraski4152]

Don't feel bad; I stared and stared at the shot that showed the connectors. It wasn't until I cut the 1.5" pieces, that I realized they are what "connect" the "connectors." You don't see them in the shot because they are inserted into the 90 degree and t-shaped connectors.

[@slicqnick35]

@@lyndraski4152 still don't see how one inch connects to one inch

[@lyndraski4152]

@@slicqnick35 That's were the connectors that you make from the 3/4" pipes come in. The ones you cut to short little pieces. You take the short little piece, place it in the 1" connector. Then you are able to connect it to another connector. Make sense?

[@ConradoMuluc]

Will this work for recording rap music?

[@JVSd-SG]

What dimensions of this booth?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

I think this was 36 x 36 inches. We have different options of precut frames and also a calculator to help you figure out custom frame sizes: PVC frames: www.vocalboothtogo.com/product/diy-pvc-vocal-booth-frame-kit-complete-set-just-add-glue/

[@jclbuxfan]

Why do those look like 3/4 pcs pipes instead of 1”?

[@whatsamcgee]

Because you're bad at estimating