Acoustics Done Well

Tom Ryan, our principal acoustic consultant, was interviewed in the June 2019 issue of Front of House magazine. FOH magazine is the largest “live-sound” magazine in the country.

In the article, Mr. Ryan, along with other industry experts, were asked to discuss current modeling trends in professional sound design. Specifically, cardioid subwoofer array modeling. Thank you David Kennedy and Front of House Magazine for including TDS in this fascinating Q&A.

"While the audio system designer is primarily concerned with loud speaker interaction and pattern control, acousticians must make the complete audio system work within the confines of the physical room." Thomas Ryan

To read the entire article, please click here. See page 66.

TDS is a group of acoustic engineers and consultants from around the globe.

As a team, the joint venture approach allows TDS to provide an unmatched level of service, regardless of the project location. We have in depth knowledge of measurement techniques, building acoustics, noise and vibration control, construction methods, building codes, and electronic 3D environment design to make your project sound world class. Every time.

TDS is unique, not only with our knowledge of real world construction, but also with our understanding of some of the finest acoustic and noise isolation materials, spanning the globe. Not only can we provide state of the art acoustic testing and design but, at the request of the client, we can assist with the selection of acoustic materials needed to make any room sound stellar.

TDS is proud to enter its 34th year in providing clients around the world with state of the art interior acoustic and noise control designs. TDS focuses on providing its clients with solutions that blend and enhance the visual aesthetics created by the architect.

Noise control can be a complex issue in commercial construction. TDS has the experience to analyze the existing or proposed structure from foundation to roof determining the most cost effective solutions to meet client or community noise code requirements.

TDS consultants can work closely with design teams right from the start of the project and see it to its end. These partnerships are an integral part of developing a strategy to successfully design a space that meets the client's vision and budget.

TDS offers multi-channel or binaural room auralizations that allow the client to 'hear' how the room will sound even before construction begins.

Architectural Acoustics

Noise Control

Environmental Acoustics

Industrial Acoustics

Vibration Analysis

Acoustics surrounds us in our daily lives. We experience good and bad acoustic environments at home, work and while out in the community. It used to be that acoustics were not considered until after a client complained. Today's clients and architects are much more aware of poor acoustics and extraneous noise. Further, federal, state, and local code ordinances can limit the noise of which we are exposed. It is possible to create visually enhanced spaces to meet noise codes. Your patrons, congregation, staff, and neighbors will be pleased that you did.

Acoustic treatment is a difficult concept for many to envision. Some will utilize the internet and search for "soundproofing". Soundproofing is a vague term used to describe both interior noise as well as room to room transfer of noise. For concert venues, performance spaces, churches, restaurants, and even home recording studios, sound isolation, absorption, and diffusion treatment has the ability to provide the desired effect.