Interesting points, but honestly, I've had a different experience. Tried resilient channels in my basement studio setup, and while it helped a bit, I still ended up hearing way more than I wanted. Eventually bit the bullet and added Green Glue—night and day difference, especially with music and movies. Guess it depends on your tolerance level...
Green Glue definitely makes a noticeable difference, especially for lower frequencies. Resilient channels alone often won't cut it if you're dealing with bass-heavy sounds or loud movies. I've found that combining multiple methods—like insulation, resilient channels, and damping compounds—usually gives the best results. Did you also seal around outlets and doors? Sometimes overlooked gaps can undermine all that effort...
"Did you also seal around outlets and doors? Sometimes overlooked gaps can undermine all that effort..."
Good point about sealing those small gaps—it's surprising how much sound sneaks through tiny openings. I've tackled a few projects like this, and honestly, combining methods (insulation, damping compounds) really does make the biggest difference. Green Glue has worked great for me too, especially for movie rooms or music studios. It's reassuring to see others getting solid results with similar methods.
Totally agree about sealing those sneaky gaps around outlets—I learned this the hard way after proudly finishing my insulation, only to realize sound was still creeping through tiny cracks. Felt like playing whack-a-mole...lesson definitely learned.
"Felt like playing whack-a-mole...lesson definitely learned."
Haha, been there myself—thought I nailed it with insulation until I noticed sound sneaking through door frames and baseboards. It's amazing how tiny gaps can sabotage your efforts. Caulk and weatherstripping became my best friends after that.
