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A while ago I read a lot about acoustics and the implications for a bass player. I might write more about that later, but clear is that the acoustics of the auditorium and the people inside it has great influence over how our bass sounds. We can’t do much about it, except accommodating by adjusting our equipment and perhaps give suggestions to the owner of the place. Reflections, standing waves and vibrations are our enemies. Absorption of midrange can be tamed, but boomines because of reflections is more difficult. Having a good sound at stage and having a good sound out on the dance floor is often conflicting.

One product I read about and that seemed very interesting was Auralex Gramma which you put under your cab to isolate it from the stage. Ed Friedland recommends it and also Patrik Pfeiffer. I have experimented with different kinds of isolation materials under my cab, but I have not found a good solution. I decided to try it, ordered one for myself the other day and will let you know how it works when it arrives (in two months!).