How to acoustically treat your room with good WAF 

For WAF, I was advised to put fake (or real) trees like a Ficcus in the corners which act as both diffusers and absorbers. So I did and then I hid some corner bass traps behind them !! :)

I just made plans for a bookshelf a few weeks ago and I was uncertain if I need it, now you made me realize it is necessary!

Paul, make it easy for your subscribers. Your Audiophiles Guide and CD should be available in combo form on PS Audio's website or on Amazon in both digital and an actual book form.

Would love to See a printed Version of That Book, With maybe even the CD included.

Just to let you all know, his book was out and I hoarded them all, right away. Presently I’m building audiophile bookshelves and selling them either stand alone or packed with those books. But let me tell you one thing, books matter. I was shocked by the results.

Most quality audio gear is equipped with a volume knob. One of the greatest sound diffusers ever created.

Years back I had a dedicated listening room.. The first thing I installed was "Room Tunes" - corner tunes... These pillow-like triangular pads were tacked up in all 4 corners. They really knocked out that hollow echo sound. Clap your hands and listen for an echo. These helped a lot and were close to the colors in the room so they didn't look out of place.

Thank you Paul, bookcase an excellent idea. Also I use those trolleys you are leaning on and judging by the bend that power amp is HEAVY.

I recently purchased a pair of large electrostatic loudspeakers for $15,000. Each speaker is 1.6M/5Ft high and I was able to position them in exactly the right place with the aid of a $25,000 diamond ring.

As a former librarian I can let you in on a secret: you can also read them

I actually fixed the problem, has awesome stereo sound and my wife was really happy. It’s called headphones.

A rug made a BIG improvement in my home office (no bigger than a large closet).

Use a high pass filter at 80hz in your videos ;) great work!

Wonderful to hear someone selling high-end components "admit" that the room plays are bigger role than the components! I see that as a sign of integrity. As a former sound engineer I currently listen only on headphones, since the room I have is - from my perspective - not worth placing speakers in.

i have just got both of the books today awaiting reading good stuff keep it up

I discovered last night that wall reflections can make one speaker sound noticeably louder than the other speaker that's not as close to the walls!

He's correct: I bought his book and indeed- my stereo sounds like a new system after applying his Technics (pun intended).

After You furnished the room You go and buy a pair of Larsen speakers. And You got WAF, because they are made to stand up-close the the back wall. ;)

great video - "sound" and simple advice!

Where do I find the disk on the PSA site? Should be easy to find me thinks...

My bedroom system has been upgraded with a WAP.

The PS audio setup guide is nowhere to be found.

Hi Paul. Love the videos and I’m addicted!!! Where can you get the book in the UK? Only the Kindle addition on Amazon.co.uk.

Why does that microwave he's leaning on have two handles?

Up here in the Canadian hinterland it'll cost me over 50 bucks for an ebook version of your book, Paul. It's a little pricey. Maybe if it included the CD, or a download of flac files it would look like a better value.

Hello Paul, your reference CD is nowhere to be found on your site. You advertise your book and CD so much, it should be easy to acquire them. Thanks for your great videos.

That’s the truth! Room acoustics has a dominant effect on the sound of your system .....cables and power quality at the very end of the list.

Funny how there's never talk of "husband acceptance".

The best anwser so far. Thank you!

I can't find the disc: PS Audio > Products > Mus??? Thank you Paul.

We've heard a lot about this book, and I've checked 3 times. When is it out, and with a link in your description? I just found a kindle book called Audiophile's Guide: The Stereo. I guess that's it. But you should mention the entire title, and again, provide a link in the description.

"Happy as a clam"??? Statistically speaking they have been proven clinically as some of the more melancholy of bi-valves. (99% true!) :)

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Little help with a link maybe? There isn't a music link on psaudio.com that I can find.

no mention of the steam shovel approach

The suggestions here are good, but anyone whose sound room has high ceilings (9+ feet) or cathedral ceilings should consider some sort of acoustic treatment for the walls. I use tapestries for that purpose and they seem to please women. Never married so I am not sure about the wife factor.

A link to a book would be nice

I think PS audio is missing a trick here. I mean they supply the Amps, Pre, Power, Speakers (soon), Cables etc and now there is going to be Pauls book on how to set it up. They even supply the music. There is one very important piece that is crucial to getting the best from Hi Fi and that is the Wife! How about a PS Audio approved Wife?

I cannot find cd. I cannot find the book ???

It's only on kindle on Amazon....I would think a hard book would be much more advantageous esp if it has pictures or diagrams.

On your web site I don't find under products "music" for the CD. Thanks.

Hi Paul, found your book on Amazon.co.uk, Looking on your website, which cd/sacd/digital file is it that goes with the book? There are 3 masters showing up, :Hey Joe, Out of thin air and Temporary Circumstances.... which one goes with your book? Thanks in advance, Dan.

So, the link to the cd is 404 :/ Pliz fix

Nothing wrong with buying a pack of dampening tile you know the foam works really good and it takes the echo out of a room come on Paul get with the program!! I love ya Paul, your crazy!!!

I too only see the Kindle version on Amazon. I guess I'm old school but I want a physical copy of the book not an electronic version. Is a paperback or hardcover book going to be available? If so, any idea when? This may be stupid but aren't the first reflection points determined by the listing position and speaker placement? Do you establish your listening position and speaker placement then add treatment at the first reflection points. If you do that, would that not change the sound and you have to do the setup again which may change the first reflection points. See the circle I'm talking about. I may be overthinking the whole situation that's why I need the book.

The book we hear so much about is nowhere to be found on Amazon!

Your book is only on kindle..?

Just how happy IS a clam, and how do we know they Are that happy? We might be projecting our own ideas on them. Maybe they are actually all deeply depressed. Then again, I suppose a clam doesn't have much to be depressed about.

Paul or anyone that knows....which model lavaliere microphone do you use to make these terrific videos? Great sound!

Paul suggests books as a cheap diffuser. Same Paul publishes his book on Kindle. Love the irony.

for a good room setup guide go to newrecordday . The partner will however have to compromise and allow the speakers and listening position to be dragged into the room, not slammed to the front and back walls! Don't give that up, it can never sound right.

Hi Paul Can you add the name and link of the book/audio cd in the description?

There is a wonderful company in the UK & US.. GIK Acoustics (I'm sure there are others in your area). I am using them myself, they have an online system with a simple CAD type design system that allows you to draw out your room, then fill in the questionnaire and they will email you back with solutions. I am awaiting my first delivery from them of 4 panels with colour coordinated fabric for the wall (First reflection points)... Great people, very helpful and communicative..

Thanks Sr!!

Are clams really that happy, and how do we know this?

Best thing you can do is pull speakers away from the wall - and that probably hits the lowest acceptance reading on the WAFometer known to mankind. (Though perhaps these days it should be PAF; P4partner, and personkind...)

How should one send a question to Paul?

I'm sorry but does someone have a like to the CD? I have looked all over at www.psaudio.com and can't find it anywhere.

panel made the differents for me :)

dont forget drapes and curtains

I am old school and prefer my books in physical form. Went to Amazon and ur book is only available in digital form. Wa-wa-waaa...

NO BOOKCASES!!!! Even with books in them they are resonance chambers that very well might add a nasty Permanent bass issue. Any 4 or 5 sided unit WILL make resonance issues.

I can walk into someones house and totally change the sound of their system as well. Might be for the worst but I can do it!

Paul I have to meat you, I just think I'm on the same wave length as you, and you really remind me of my friend who now now in deceased. Awite Paul I'm finna halla at you in a meinit.

What guide?

try spay on cork

Is the sound off, add more speakers. Still think you all should put your systems in normal rooms with normal set up and if there is still a issue use tone controls.

yes, rug, plush (non leather) seats.... and heavy CURTAINS placed symmetrically around the room. even if there isnt a window at each location.

If the wife chooses flowery cushions, you get to make a choice of your own. If she chooses flowery curtains, you get to make a choice of your own. If she chooses the colour of the paint, you get to amke a choice of your own. So big amp, big speakers.

I know a very happy clam😜

You completely misunderstand WAF. This is the process you should follow. First you set up the room speaker placement sofa replacement etc to give you the optimal results. Then you convince your partner that the room setup is the way it has to be. If she loves you she will be happy with it. if she doesn't love you then it's time to find someone who does.

Just get speakers that go against a wall or corners problem solved Depends on your decor but changing screens are good at for first reflections especially lining the back with quarter of an inch of natural wool fleece you can move them to suit your room

Without proper room treatments you will never let your investment reach its full potential,furniture is a start but ridiculous to mention if your serious about sound get a book on acoustic treatments and learn,I have seen this mans room with those great infinity speakers and that room is ridiculously untreated and also too small for them, it’s stupid to have them just to brag that you do,if any room needs to be treated properly it’s his 🥴

That poor push cart can't take it anymore!

Or you could get a GF instead of an F and live alone and just have her for various form of ephemeral enjoyment!

WAF is way overrated IMO ...🤜🏼

The wife might well be happy to go out and buy new soft well filled sofas and new rugs and pictures and all the other things wives just love to pick up ... the room may well have perfect acoustic conditions .... BUT the wife always ends up dictating ( yes !! It's true ..) where the speakers and sub are placed !! The left channel speaker goes behind the sofa over there in the corner .... put the right hand speaker over there .. behind the door !! You can put that funny looking cube thing over here and it'll make a good table for visitors ... does it HAVE to be attached to that cable .. MMM..??? Now DONT you dare move them ...they stay just where they are ....they look ugly !!

Wife Acceptance Factor means a lot of things to a lot of people. It could mean your wife would be very pleased if you fullfilled her wish of performing with her band in front of 50,000 people. 🤔

I find it unfortunate that WAF is more of an issue than HAF.

Is that a room heater you're leaning on? Get a room correction mic and download some correction software and away you go. Anything less is a crapshoot. Be warned, your wife will hate you when you are done with the new decor.

If you want to have a happy marriage 😂

"The single biggest problem with EVERY SINGLE home setup, is setup" "I can walk into ANY room where a person has their hi-fi setup, and within moments make it sound like a different system." So you're basically saying that you're the world master, and NOBODY else is as good at system setup as you? Seems a bit much.

Get a wife that likes real acoustic treatments. That's how.

The fast answer is to get rid of the wife.

Your kidding ! ! ! ! ..WAF?? ... that means something different in the UK ... You want to treat your room with hot women in military uniform??? ... go right ahead :-p

WAF? My tip of the day is use drugs or divorce her.

Congress has rendered WAF obsolete. Now to be referred to as TAF, They Acceptance Factor. Just sayin’.