The GIK Acoustics Difference | GIK Acoustics

There’s a difference between a GIK Acoustics product and all others on the market.

The U.S. Patent & Trademark Office issued a utility patent US 9,091,060 for GIK's unique, proprietary design of its acoustic absorbers. The patent covers the design and construction of GIK Acoustics' FlexRange® Acoustic Panels (formerly called 242 Acoustic Panels), FlexRange® Bass Trap Panels (formerly called 244 Bass Traps with FlexRange Technology), and Monster Bass Traps with FlexRange Technology (now part of the FlexRange® Bass Trap Panel range).

In addition to our patent, we separate ourselves from other acoustic treatment manufacturers in 6 primary areas.

Quality Materials Mean Quality Products

Quality Materials Mean Quality Products

GIK Acoustics products are beyond simple do-it-yourself panels that are found on the market today. We start with only the highest-quality materials that will not sag or leak over time, then we build every panel by hand employing a unique two-frame system.

Unlike other companies who use inexpensive materials, GIK Acoustics panels are crafted with quality insulation material, fabrics and hardwood plywoods. We start with absorptive insulation material that is intended for room acoustics – not cheap mineral wool whose main purpose is to insulate a ship's engine room.

We then use carefully selected hardwood plywoods – not cheap imports – to construct our frames. The difference and chief advantage is dimensional stability. Crossbanded layers and balanced construction mean that hardwood plywood won't shrink, swell or warp as much as lumber. To finish our panels we offer an array of fine fabrics – from our standard 15 options to the full line of Camira Cara fabrics (formerly Guilford of Maine). 

GIK Acoustics products are not only Greensafe, but they carry a Class A fire rating which means we continue to provide our clients with the safest most effective products available. The Class A fire rating means that GIK Acoustics treatments have received the highest rating possible under the ASTM E84, a test used by code officials and regulatory agencies in the acceptance of interior finish materials.

Our team of professional builders handcraft each acoustic panel, bass trap and diffusor to exacting standards ensuring the most attractive, effective and dependable products. The difference is our customers are secure in knowing they receive the very best made-to-order acoustic treatments available.

Value

Dollar for dollar, GIK Acoustics' products absorb more sabins (sound) than any other product on the market. We provide our customers the most cost effective solution to make every space sound it's best.

GIK Acoustics Panels are tested and certified by the Riverbank Acoustical Laboratories (RAL) to provide the most accurate information on the results you can expect when you purchase our products.

Our exceptional cost-to-benefit ratio means our customers do not over-buy or over-treat a room to get results.

Helpful Support Staff

Customer satisfaction is our number one priority at GIK Acoustics.

We start by helping customers determine the best products to treat their space with our free, expert Acoustic Advice. Our well-respected design team has years of experience and are available to provide assistance not only with product selection but product placement within your room.

In addition to providing knowledgeable recommendations, GIK Acoustics maintains contact throughout the order process. Our trained Customer Service team ensures quality, timely delivery, and reliability. And our staff is available to help with special needs or custom orders.

The GIK Acoustics difference is that we assist with everything from product inquiries to custom orders to delivery notifications to satisfaction follow-ups. We guarantee it.

Informative

When it comes to improving the sound quality in a room, many find the science to be overwhelming and the task of DIY'ing acoustic treatments to be daunting. Our solutions are based on the science of acoustics and one of the key dynamics to our success lies in demystifying sound dynamics and room acoustics. We are firm believers in education and our website is full of Educational Articles and Videos. It's long been our goal to help customers truly understand how sound behaves in a space and the importance and benefits of proper room treatment.

With our Acoustic Knowledge Base (formerly Acoustics & Audiogeekery), GIK Acoustics aims to explain what you're hearing and how to improve your audio. Our blog is a resource and a repository of discussions and techniques in the quest to make better audio. Audio is interesting – whether you're making music, mixing, or simply listening & enjoying – and manipulating technology to solve problems to improve audio is the essence of "audiogeekery."

Innovative

Over the past 10 years (at time of publishing), GIK Acoustics has pioneered a number of acoustic treatments that you can't find anywhere else. From the TriTrap™ Corner Bass Traps (formerly called Tri-Trap Corner Bass Trap©) to our Soffit Corner Bass Trap (formerly called Soffit Bass Trap©) to the built in Scatter Plate, GIK continues to innovate. After a year of research & development, in 2013 we introduced FlexRange Technology – our unique, proprietary system for providing the best in bass trapping and low end absorption.

In 2015 we launched the Aplpha Series (now the  Amplitude™ line), a line of acoustic panels and bass traps with a wood face which has a mathematical sequence of slots for one-dimensional scattering / diffusion. The Amplitude™ literally changes the face of acoustic panels and bass traps by beautifully combining absorption with diffusion and enhancing any room both aesthetically and acoustically with superior quality, high-performing, and stylish room treatments.

GIK Acoustics is also proud to have launched creative, unique products such as: the multifunctional PIB™ Portable Vocal Screen (formerly called PIB Portable Isolation Booth), the decorative and effective Amplitude™ Series (formerly called Impression Series), and the striking, precise Gotham Primitive Root Diffuser (formerly called Gotham N23 5″ Quadratic Skyline Diffusor).

We are constantly innovating, so look for more solutions and creative treatments from GIK Acoustics.

Environmental

It's our commitment to use environmentally safe materials for all our products. We use ECOSE absorption material, eco-friendly wood and we offer customers recycled fabric options as well. Greensafe means GIK Acoustics products are friendlier on air quality, the environment, and your budget.

Ready to experience the GIK Acoustics difference for yourself? Talk to one of our acoustic experts — it's free.