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Vocal Booth Acoustics in Recording Studios & Podcast Rooms

Acoustic requirements and design guidance for vocal booth spaces in recording studios & podcast rooms buildings. RT60 target: 0.1–0.2s.

RT60 Target

0.1–0.2s

Key Metric

NR 10–15

Building Type

Recording Studios & Podcast Rooms

Vocal Booth Acoustic Target
The vocal booth in recording studios & podcast rooms buildings requires an RT60 of 0.1–0.2s with a key performance metric of NR 10–15. This target ensures appropriate acoustic conditions for the activities and communication needs of this space type.
Reference: ISO 3382-2:2008

Why Vocal Booth Acoustics Matter in Recording Studios & Podcast Rooms

Acoustic performance in a vocal booth directly impacts the functionality and occupant experience of recording studios & podcast rooms buildings. The RT60 target of 0.1–0.2s is set to ensure that the space meets its intended purpose, whether that involves speech intelligibility, noise control, or sound isolation from adjacent areas.

The key metric of NR 10–15 addresses the primary acoustic concern for this room type. Achieving this target typically requires a combination of absorptive surface treatments, appropriate construction mass, and careful attention to flanking paths and HVAC noise contributions.

Eliminating room modes and flutter echo while achieving NR 15 background noise through box-in-box construction, floating floors, and isolated HVAC systems with extremely low duct velocities.

Applicable Standards

The following standards apply to vocal booth spaces in recording studios & podcast rooms buildings.

1.

ISO 3382-2:2008

2.

IEC 60268-16:2020

3.

EBU Tech 3276

4.

ITU-R BS.1116-3

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