[Nils]

Hi all,

It's been a while since I've posted here.  My system is continually evolving, and after doing some significant mods to my speakers, I've recently discovered a few significant room treatments for my system (http://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/fr.pl?vevol&1188229613).

#1: Don't forget to treat your seat!  I have a large leather sectional, which causes audible reflections at ~1khz and up.  I found that simply covering the entire backing and seats with a large chenille blanket really helps.  I might look for something thicker... Ethan's chair covers are very nice, but $450 is a lot to treat the entire sofa (and only for serious listening).

#2: Every first reflection point absolutely needs to be treated.  I was originally absorbing only the left speaker / left wall and right speaker / right wall reflections, but I observed more detail and balance after placing ASC StudioTraps at the left speaker / right wall and right speaker / left wall reflections.  Very nice.

Happy New Year, everyone.
-- Nils

[TooManyToys]

I wonder how a down blanket or comforter would work?

[timind]

One of the best moves I made was to get a chair with a low back. The previous chair was a leather recliner with a high back that was above my ears. That chair definitely had an effect on what I heard, even with a blanket draped across the back. My new chair has a back that is well below my shoulders; very comfortable.
First reflection points and the wall behind are treated with Auralex panels.
Nice system posted on Agon.

[BobM]

Yes, low backed chairs or couches definitely work better than a more traditional setup where there's something directly behind your head. That would create something akin to cupping your hands behind your ears. More immediate, but more headphone-like also.

Enjoy,
Bob