Bass traps

What Types of Bass Traps Are There?

The most common types of bass traps are broadband and diaphragm (membrane) models.
They differ in their design and the materials used.

Broadband bass traps are filled with high-density acoustic cotton (90 kg/m³), enclosed in a durable wooden frame. The surface is covered with dense acoustic silk, which prevents dust from escaping. These traps are available in trapezoidal and cubical shapes—both ideal for corner placement.

Another category is the membrane bass trap, which works on a different absorption principle. Within this category, there are two main types:

Leather Membrane Bass Trap

This version is covered with high-density artificial leather.
Beneath the leatherette surface is an air gap, allowing the material to vibrate freely. When low-frequency sounds hit the surface, the heavy leather membrane moves—effectively reducing bass levels below 600 Hz.

 

Wood Membrane Bass Trap

This type of bass trap is also widely used. It operates on the same principle as the leather membrane version but is tuned to absorb even deeper frequencies—specifically below 200 Hz.
This is because the wooden diaphragm allows only the lowest frequencies to pass through. Like the leather variant, this design includes the same wooden frame and high-density sound-absorbing material found in our broadband corner bass traps.

Why Is Excessive Bass a Problem?

Corner bass traps are among the most important elements in effective acoustic treatment.
Too much bass causes an increase in reverberation time, especially below 150 Hz. This leads to muddy, distorted low-end frequencies, which can ruin the experience of listening to music or watching movies.

How Do Diaphragm Bass Traps Improve Acoustics?

Walls, ceilings, and corners are not capable of absorbing deep bass. Instead, they reflect it.
Membrane bass traps, especially when placed in corners, are highly effective at absorbing even the lowest frequencies—from as low as 30 Hz. They also help to minimize standing waves, resulting in clearer, more dynamic, and more realistic bass that enhances your overall listening experience.

Why Are Our Corner Bass Traps Better Than Others?

Only dense, porous materials are truly effective for absorbing deep bass frequencies.
We use exclusively high-quality materials in our panels, including wood and faux leather membranes as well as premium acoustic wool. These components provide excellent low-frequency absorption.

In contrast, lightweight cellular foam or sponge materials are completely ineffective when it comes to absorbing bass.

At What Frequency Do Membrane Panels Start Working?

Membrane (diaphragm) bass traps are available with either a wood or leatherette diaphragm:

• Wood diaphragm panels absorb low frequencies between 30 and 200 Hz

• Leatherette diaphragm panels are effective in the broader range of 30 to 600 Hz

How Do Membrane Bass Absorbers Work?

Bass traps reduce sound by vibrating when sound waves hit their surface.
They don’t just absorb sound entering the room, but also the reflected bass energy that bounces off the walls. That’s why it’s recommended to place both corner and edge panels a few centimetres away from the wall—this increases their efficiency, as it allows them to absorb both incoming and reflected sound.
This small gap can double the absorption performance, especially for frequencies below 200 Hz.

Where Are Corner Panels Most Effective?

The most critical areas to treat are the corners in front of and behind the listening position.
Stacking multiple panels vertically enhances their performance. In some setups, it’s best to cover the entire corner height from floor to ceiling. If the standard panel height doesn’t align perfectly, we offer custom-sized top units to complete the column seamlessly.

For best results:

• Install bass traps on the ceiling too—either broadband or membrane types

• Leave at least 10 cm of space between the panel and the wall

• All panels come with pre-drilled holes for easy wall or ceiling mounting

• Thanks to their 11, 12, or 23 cm thickness, they can also stand freely on the floor without support

Functional and Decorative

Our bass traps are not only acoustic tools—they also serve as elegant home accessories.
Available in a wide range of colors, sizes, and styles, including models with diffuser fronts or photo-printed finishes, they can easily complement any interior design.

Where Should You Use Corner Bass Traps?

Diaphragm bass traps are highly recommended in:

• Studios

• Home cinemas

• Living rooms

These environments benefit most when reverberation time is too long or when high frequencies are already over-damped, and achieving balanced acoustics is a priority.