As stated in the “What have you worked on Today” thread, I’ve decided to start a thread dedicated to building up my music room. Looking for suggestions on making this space as suited for this as possible. So, let’s start with some photos of the space.
Starting with the door, a gap that needs sealing to reduce the sound leakage. There used to be carpet up here so they cut the doors higher. This is an easy fix, but probably the first that will get done.
A view from the front. Where the Roland drumset is, is where I’d like to put one of those bunk bed/desk deals, so I can stuff a PC for recording underneath and have an extra place for folks to sleep when we have guests over. The electronic drumset itself will likely get taken down for now. It was cool in 2003, but after having my acoustic back, I can’t play on the old-style pads anymore. Upgrades to the new mesh pads that give the same feedback as an acoustic will happen eventually.
Last shot from the opposite corner.
I’d estimate I have around 15 stringed instruments I’d like to hang on the walls for easy access/storage. Not too concerned about errant sound being picked up while recording, I’m not looking to make a platinum album, just to have everything in one space.
I want sound panels for the walls, maybe even the ceiling, but on the walls I’m wondering if whatever I use if I can then mount my string swing mounts over it, or if I should hang all of my instruments first and then use acoustic panels in between and around them. Open to suggestions on on this one.
I’ll likely get an additional surround for my acoustic drumset, but waiting on that as I need to get some cymbal stands, and a carpet, to get everything setup. Been dying to use my Paiste 2002 cymbal set I’ve had for years now stashed away in a closet.
Progress will likely be slow, but I’ve got to start somewhere. I don’t see myself moving again any time soon, so I want this space to be as functional as possible for years to come!