Garden Studio Build Diary

[WHUFC BASS]

4 hours ago, Happy Jack said:

No no no! Those woods clash! And as that for that red bucket chair, darling, well really ...

 

😂😂😂

 

It used to be in my missus' salon and I'm now going to use it to intimidate vocalists when they're listening to their mixes. I can't take someone seriously who's sitting in a red chair like that.

[pete.young]

On 15/09/2021 at 13:27, Owen said:

I have a friend who needs to convert a garage to give music lessons. There will be no drums so there is no need for super soundproofing. Can I share a plan and ask for advice?

I think that if he is converting a garage into something that becomes part of his house, the work will need to meet current building regulations. Coud be wrong but worth getting this checked out.

[Sylvaine27]

I had similar flooring and went with a layer of ply over the joists before the final floorboards—cut down on creaks and made it feel more solid underfoot.

[Happy Jack]

The Topic That Wouldn't Die  ...

 

[diskwave]

Wonder if he's still going. Those gardens look awfully close together. Was it a success?....Noise issues? Curious.

[WHUFC BASS]

18 hours ago, diskwave said:

Wonder if he's still going. Those gardens look awfully close together. Was it a success?....Noise issues? Curious.

 

Still going strong mate. No noise issues whatsoever. Still trying to get a drum kit in there but have resigned myself to the fact an electronic drum kit is the only viable option. 

[Dad3353]

1 hour ago, WHUFC BASS said:

Still going strong mate. No noise issues whatsoever. Still trying to get a drum kit in there but have resigned myself to the fact an electronic drum kit is the only viable option. 

 

I'm a drummer; my move to an e-kit was a really smart choice, a couple of years ago now. The Thomann 'MPS Millennium 850' is a ridiculous bargain, and plays very much like an acoustic kit (unless you want brushes...). Mine is coupled to a laptop, running Superior Drummer 3, but even the built-in kits sound great. To be able to play almost any style, change drums and cymbals easily, mix any elements into a manageable sound, and record it all with virtual mics, is a game-changer. I've no regrets (although I still have the acoustic option if I so desire...). Just sayin'. 

[Manny]

On 10/06/2025 at 14:18, Happy Jack said:

The Topic That Wouldn't Die  ...

 

I had forgotten this exhaustive build diary, I’m genuinely delighted that it’s been revived.

 

oh and COYI - we’ve won a European trophy during the gap in this topic. Probably won’t be able to say that again in my lifetime.