I've recently switched from dipoles to monopoles (mini monitors) in my 180 sq. ft. listening room. As usually recommended, I found absorption works better than diffusion on the first reflection points (this was not the case with my Maggies). So I have the reflection spots on the walls treated, and am wondering about the ceiling. I determined the general locations where the panels should go, and it's pretty tight nearby a ceiling fan, and the grilles for the IB subs. Part of the panels will be behind the fan blades, but the fan needs to stay for summertime cooling. I guess I could position the blades when not in use, to clear as much of the panels as possible.
The speaker to ceiling distance is around 7' :
So my question is, will a simple 2" thick x 2' x 2' OC703 panel, covered in burlap, per side mounted flush to the ceiling, be worth the effort? Anything thicker will interfere with the fan performance (I used 4" panels plus spaced hardware on the side walls). The entire room is carpeted, but under the listening chair is a large laminate flooring chair mat, due to using an office chair and desk as the listening spot. So I could see reflections off the ceiling maybe causing a problem. As is, without the ceiling absorption, it is sounding great....but obviously every little bit helps.
