What is Sound Masking?

Overview 

Sound masking is the process of adding a low level, unobtrusive background sounds to an environment to reduce the intelligibility of human speech and reduce noise distractions in that environment.

How Does it Work?

It sounds similar to airflow, but it’s specifically tuned to the frequency and amplitude of human speech to make speech less intelligible. The sound is introduced through speakers installed in the ceiling, creating a blanket of sound.

Sound masking typically reduces the area where speech is intelligible and distracting from upwards of 50 feet to around 15 feet. Workers can still collaborate with their neighbors but are no longer being distracted by conversations on the other side of the office.

Product Features

• Reduce noise distractions
• Boost productivity
• Protect speech privacy
• Improve office acoustics

How Does it Work?

• Absorb: Acoustic wall panels, carpet, and ceiling absorb sound.
• Block: Solid barriers, partitions, and walls block sound.
• Cover: Sound masking helps cover up sound.

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Resources

Sound Masking 101 Brochure