Cheap DIY PVC Vocal Booth - Part 2 - Adjusting for different sizes and entrance configuration

A Cheap DIY PVC Vocal Booth? Is it really that easy? Yep!
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In Part 2 of our Cheap DIY PVC Vocal Booth series, Jeff takes us through how to expand the PVC pipe vocal booth frame we created in Part 1. If you haven't already taken a look at Part 1, We highly suggest you watch that first so you are up to speed on the basics of how to build your own PVC vocal booth.
By extending the connection between the connector pieces and your base frame, you can expand your PVC vocal booth to just about any size you need. The amount of Producer’s Choice blankets to cover that frame will depend on how large and how tall your booth ends up being after the expansion. There are a few different configurations to keep in mind when putting together your vocal booth. Jeff shows us a few examples of door positions and dimensional changes so you can build a booth that is right for your space.
Keep in mind, in Part 1, Jeff mentions PVC glue to make your frame as sturdy as possible. We recommend only using this glue if you have completed the extension of your booth as it is nearly impossible to take your frame apart after this glue has dried and sealed everything in place!
After your frame has been optimized for your specific space, we recommend using our Creators of Producers Choice Acoustic Blankets to finish off your booth. These blankets have been engineered for acoustic treatments to optimize sound absorption in any space. Studio, vocal professionals, voiceover artists, audio engineers, and home studio owners use our products every day to control their sound environment.
If you are someone who needs a vocal booth on the go, while you're traveling the world, or just because you have limited space, we recommend you check out our VOMO Portable Vocal Booth,
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If you decided to take a sneak peek at Part 2, you can find Part 1 here: • Video
Here is a link to the PVC booth kits we currently can provide. www.vocalboothtogo.com/produc...
For all of your other vocal booth, acoustic treatment, and sound absorption needs, check out our website at vocalboothtogo.com

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello everybody, to help you build a custom size 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.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

NOTE: Occasionally, we are getting comments about "objectifying women". Because of the customer's image on the thumbnail. It puzzles me why we do not get such objections when we show pictures of other customers. The lady in the thumbnail is our real customer. Why are people onky complaining about her image and not other women or men? Is there discrimination going on? Not sure.

[@ionamic]

I've seen a lot of DIY booths. This is the best I've seen so far. Almost no tools needed.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Thanks so much!

[@onestepclosertoday]

Thank you so much for sharing this information. I will be buying my soundproofing blankets from your company. Roger

[@IAmRickGreen]

thanks so much for this follow-up video to the original, this really was helpful. I will be ordering the blankets specifically because of this video. thanks again

[@robertleh9306]

This has been great! Exactly what I needed to know. Thanks for your generous and entertaining information. My sound booth is as good as made!

[@worfdax]

I just purchased the 38" x 58" complete kit and 4 Producer's Choice acoustic blankets. Should be here tomorrow.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Thanks so much! Let us know how it works for you!

[@IlanaLabourene]

I just got my booth, yay! Thanks. You are so lovely and kind btw :)

[@Vocalboothtogo]

So happy to read this! Thank you!

[@forthebusinessathand]

We LOve You Guys.... Thank You For Such An Awesome Product!!!!

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Thank you! We LOVE YOU TOO! And we have some new products coming out too. Stat tuned ;)

[@ducelee3366]

Awesome idea!! Thanks for the video!!

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Thanks for stopping by!

[@andrewfugate1589]

Thanks for the link to the Online PVC Calculator - talk about a lifesaver!! I'm building my booth 5' x 6' and 6' high. I suck at math and your Calculator takes all of the guesswork out of things. Plug in the dimensions and I know how long to cut each piece! Mucho Appreciado!

[@philipawrencher]

Just getting into audiobook narration, this is awesome really looking to invest and build this

[@DragonRifle555]

Love the video, would putting another blanket on the floor help in any way? or is it not going to have a noticeable difference?

[@bgparvin]

Nice concept! It seems like the only difference between your "Part 1" and "Part 2" videos is the length of the custom-cut connector, right? In the final, biggest version of this frame (3' x 5') , what length of PVC connector are you using to expand the original concept? I want to combine what I learned from this video with the measurements and parts that were listed in the first video so that I know exactly what to pick up from the hardware store. Thank you!

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello Ben: In this video we used 16 inch pieces, that were basically leftover cuttings from other PVC tubes. To estimate the size of the frame you can use the following empirical formula: []; Where Each (T) -connector adds 2 inch and each of the [

[@Inthedeep86]

Espectacular servicio gente, de corazón lo digo.

[@elperronimo]

good stuff mane

[@THENATUREBUDDIES]

Hi, for the larger version displayed here, what size and amount of blankets would one use for a double layered booth?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hi David: "larger version" may cover a large spectrum of booths. In this video we intentionally did not specify any dimensions, because we wanted to convey the principles of the structure. If you have a specific dimensions in mind, please send us an email. We have a special formula to immediately calculate all sizes of all parts and the quantity of blankets. Thank you. Jeff.

[@drunkpanda_1]

Will a booth like this sound "boxy" ? Would this be good for singing vocals? thanks

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello Drunk panda. Booth like this does not sound boxy because it does not have reflective walls. The walls are absorptive. The recording quality in this booth is excellent. Tip: for better performance do not stick it in the corner of a room allow a foot of airspace between the walls and the booth.

[@mozart8059]

You turn the 38x38 into this ?

[@jasonarnoldvo]

I would like to know the same about getting in touch with booth dimensions and you sending the PVC parts. I looked on your site but didn't see this anywhere.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello Jason: please send the desired FINAL INTERNAL dimension of your booth frame to [e-mail]. we will take care of it. Thank you, Jeff.

[@jasonarnoldvo]

@@Vocalboothtogo Thanks! Can you tell me how wide the PVC pipe is that you use? I have a maximum external dimension but not internal and knowing the width of the PVC pipe will help.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

We used 1"PVC tubes. It is strong enough to support the blankets. And costs less than larger pipes.

[@Yungjordan74]

How much for you to cut the pieces and also supply the blankets inside and out

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello Yung. We have some otions of PVC frames here: www.vocalboothtogo.com/product/diy-pvc-vocal-booth-frame-kit-just-add-glue/ . You will also find suggested quantity and model of blankets to use. If you want a different size, please let us know, we will cut to the size you need.

[@jasonplaud7410]

I really would like to make the 3x5 version that you illustrate at the end of the video, however with all the different changes that are made throughout the video, I lose track of what additional materials I need BEYOND the list of material I’ve already purchased from the FIRST video you posted. I currently have 8 10 foot pcs, 14 Tee connectors, and 10 elbows. That is the bill of materials necessary to make the vocal booth from the 1st video. Please tell me exactly what additional stock I will need to make the 3x5 version. I really appreciate any guidance!

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hi Jason, please send me an email. I will send you detailed bluepronts.

[@jasonplaud7410]

VocalBoothToGo Absolutely. What is the best email address?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

[e-mail]

[@lehandroz]

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

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Regular PVC schedule 40. You can use furniture grade as well, but it will be a little more expencive

[@moneyflux1945]

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

[@Vocalboothtogo]

You would be better served with one of our sound proofing booths www.vocalboothtogo.com/product-category/mobile-recording-booths/mobile-sound-booth-soundproof/ Acoustical booths like the one shown in the video, are more for quiet environments.

[@RealNonsonic]

The thumbnail was a nice trick.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

She's a customer

[@Osmondlloyd]

What type of pvc do you recommend?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

We use Schedule 40 PVC 1" diameter

[@sushovitkhanal4342]

hey, Where can i find the exact measurements?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

The entire point of this video was to show this is not exact, but what ever size you need it. We show several size changes.

[@gphillimo]

So if we order this we still have to go buy more pvc pipe from a hardware store? It doesn't come with all the pieces?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello If you order a complete set then you only need to buy PVC glue. All pipes are included and cut to fit. Assembly Instructions for all sizes are available on the website. If you purchase the "Basic kit", then yes, you would have to buy additional pipes fir vertical posts.

[@gphillimo]

@@Vocalboothtogo which one do I need thats not basic?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

All sizes come in "complete" and "basic " options. What size is good for you?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Please note, that as of tomorrow we are forced to close the business. If you want yo order please call us ASAP we will try to ship today. 240-608-4430

[@ItsExotic_YT]

Maybe you should put big cork sheets on the outside to make it denser but still light. On the inside, you can put acoustic foam or thin styrofoam.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

I do not see advantages of cork sheets or acoustic foam. The acoustic blankets work great. The booth provide great acoustically treated space as it is. Adding acoustic foam (what thickness) might make it sound boomy. Adding cork panels might make it sound boxy, plus cork is fragile and not cheap. You may of course experiment and show us comparison audio recordings. That would be very interesting to hear.

[@ItsExotic_YT]

@@Vocalboothtogo I don't actually have a whole lot of real-life experience with soundproofing or acoustic treatment. All I was getting at is that cork is already known to help acoustics and soundproofing and since it is denser and has more mass than blankets, I thought that having cork sheets and acoustic foam would resemble the logistics of a real sound booth. I was thinking around 2 inch thick foam, standard stuff. By the way, I didn't really think I'd get a reply so thank you. Also, I have never seen a cork booth before and would've liked to see it here. Thanks!

[@ItsExotic_YT]

@@Vocalboothtogo Oh and by the way, at the time that I watched this, I did not realise this was a product and I thought it was an idea that was created by you and only you have this.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

@@ItsExotic_YT hello Tom. This is correct. At the time of creating the video this was just an idea for other people to consider. But after publishing the video we started getting requests to produce the kits. Being a "yes"- person, i said : OK , we'll do it. This is how it became a product. Your treatment suggestions about the cork and the acoustic foam are valid, provided, that there is no better option. What i meant in my reply was, that acoustic blankets Producers Choice are much more efficient, than cork or acoustic foam.

[@ItsExotic_YT]

@@Vocalboothtogo Oh okay. Thanks for the clarity on the matter

[@juStb4u]

This is a great DIY solution however being in Canada, there are no suppliers selling the proper blankets and you guys charge $100 for shipping/duty /taxes which brings the order to almost $400 cad for me for just 3 blankets😔Tack on $200 for all the pvc materials, and this became a much more expensive project than I was hoping :( Any possibility of having a Cdn supplier sometime soon? @VocalBoothToGo - thanks!

[@SaurianSoul]

Perhaps you could buy moving blankets? you'd likely need to double or triple layer them for the same effect but you'd save a lot. I'm also in Canada and didn't see the shipping cost so not sure which way I'll go just yet.

[@juStb4u]

@@SaurianSoul thanks, I figured out another plan many months ago and built a booth with roxul wool / wood panels :)

[@SaurianSoul]

@@juStb4u How did that turn out? I"m just about to move into a place I can't be belting and playing in and have been pondering over a few different design ideas?

[@juStb4u]

@@SaurianSoul it works fairly well, though limited space inside - just enough to stand or sit on a stool with a tripod holding my ipad and zoom recorder.... it's not big enough for a desk setup but I'll be switching to a regular condenser mic and will need to bring my laptop in the booth so just trying to figure out the best configuration. The 4 panels themselves are really solid, 6' tall with two on top and provide a noise reduction coefficient of nearly 1.0 which is really high (typically the production blankets are 0.7-0.8). If you have an area that you can tuck something like this into, it's a good option. You could also rework a closet or pvc booth like the one spoken of here and it would work equally as well. My panels were purchased locally from a sound guy in Toronto, but you can surely find someone who makes them anywhere. Hope that helps!

[@SaurianSoul]

@@juStb4u Thank you for the info! Once I move into my new space I'll have a better handle on how much size I have to play with but I'm planning on something just big enough for myself and a guitar. Just have to cut enough dB's so sound doesn't get out of the room. Ah the struggles of the musically inclined 😊

[@SlickFrame]

So I can call you guys and give you the exact dimensions that I'd like for a PVC pipe booth, and you'll send all the parts for me to assemble?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Hello please email us to support @vocalboothtogo.com. we will cut the pieces for you.

[@ducelee3366]

So how much did all this cost?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

You can check out the size costs here www.vocalboothtogo.com/product/diy-pvc-vocal-booth-frame-kit-just-add-glue/

[@rafaelmatosdasilva]

why didn't you just lay the acoustic curtains over the structure in an inverted U shape and avoid all the hassle of hanging them? you can then cross another curtain over and then you have all 4 sides done. wouldn't this work? thanks!

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Well, yes, that would work. But then you would have to use blankets that are 20 feet long, so they can go from the floor over the top and down to the floor. Side to side. And how can you close front and back? Use a 25 ft blankets? We thought that hanging 80 inch blankets would be more practical.

[@rafaelmatosdasilva]

@@Vocalboothtogo yes, or use acoustic curtains instead. they work very well and are more flexible in terms of size.

[@EPIXANIMATIONS]

I saw you make this exact comment on another video

[@SlickFrame]

Where the heck is part 1?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

In the description...

[@SpaceGhostNZ]

11:03 ma name JEFF

[@Amanet13]

Don’t you think by connecting the door side is going to be more stable and you can always jump an 1,5 inch lol

[@Vocalboothtogo]

I actually do not think so. I also think that there are people who use wheelchairs and cannot jump. But you can redesign it any way you see fit. This is why it is called DIY.

[@richardweidner1625]

where is she?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Who knows? She might just jump out of the box.....

[@richardweidner1625]

@@Vocalboothtogo i'm gonna buy your stuff, looks great

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Thank you!

[@Gorlung]

Лет ми спик фром май буф

[@TheKarateKidCode]

You look different than the pic? Strange, Oh well beats me.

[@Vocalboothtogo]

It depends on how i identify myself. Sometimes "Man, i feel like a woman!"

[@bryan1956]

I don't think the thumbnail has anything to do with a vocal booth

[@Vocalboothtogo]

Producer's Choice Blankets are all over it! What were you looking at?

[@vvvoicebox5042]

Why the thumbnail? Anyways we gonna open the video if it's good one, such a cheap thumbnail. In fact how it's related when we look for vocal both? At least have some respect towards work

[@Vocalboothtogo]

This is a customer! Why is everyone thinks it is a fake? It is our real customer.

[@marliw]

Was the thumbnail really necessary...? Kind of objectifying, no?

[@Vocalboothtogo]

She is a customer. "Objectifying" or "apprecciating" depends on the point of view.