ᐅ Acoustic Masking: The Key to More Productive and Comfortable Offices

Acoustic masking: the key to more productive and comfortable offices

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Sound masking involves altering the perception of a sound by compromising it with the presence of another. It occurs when a weak sound is drowned out by a louder sound, i.e., masked by it. A loud sound is referred to as the masker, and a weak sound is called the masked sound or signal.

Masking sound raises our hearing threshold, thus increasing the intensity of the sound we must hear. This process occurs while our brain decodes the information received through the auditory nerves.

A loud, low-pitched sound can mask a weak, high-pitched sound, but the reverse is not true. The wave of a high-frequency tone will never reach the point of a low-frequency tone. On the contrary, to reach its receiving point, waves produced by low-frequency tones must pass through higher-frequency receiving points. In a workspace or office, the background noise level can make conversations intelligible or unpleasant. This creates distractions and makes it difficult for workers to concentrate.

To solve this problem,aistec provides the innovative Soft dB advanced masking system. This unique technology masks all possible noises occurring in workspaces. Thanks to this innovative technology, aistec proposes a consistent level of ambient background sound which is emitted, effectively neutralizing the distracting noises common in today’s workspaces. The result is a more balanced and uniform acoustic environment.

The system is controlled by strategically placed speakers, noise sensors, and intelligent controllers that continuously analyze the sound levels in the workspace. Based on the ambient noise—whether loud or quiet—it automatically adjusts the masking volume to maintain optimal acoustic comfort.

Advantages of the sound masking system

Among the greatest advantages this technology offers, we can highlight:

Enhanced Productivity: Sound masking reduces the audibility of conversations and other distracting noises. By minimizing these interruptions, employees can focus more effectively, leading to a noticeable increase in productivity.
Improved Confidentiality: The system enhances speech privacy in office environments. Employees can communicate more freely, knowing their conversations won’t be overheard by others across the room or in nearby offices.
Superior Acoustic Comfort: This technology creates a well-balanced sound environment—neither too loud nor uncomfortably quiet—promoting a healthier and more pleasant workspace. It dynamically adjusts the sound masking level based on the ambient noise, increasing during busy times and softening when the space is quieter.