Sound Masking
Mask distractions,
improve focus
Sound Masking
Sound masking systems help control noise levels in offices, restaurants, classrooms and healthcare facilities by introducing a background sound that reduces the impact of environmental noise.
Specially engineered to match the frequency of human speech, sound masking will reduce the distance at which human speech can be heard and understood, making conversations less intrusive and creating a more balanced, acoustically comfortable space.
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Sound masking introduces a subtle, ambient background sound, similar to gentle airflow, that blends seamlessly into the environment.
By doing so, it minimises the intelligibility of speech, making conversations less intrusive and creating a more balanced, acoustically comfortable space.
We have partnered with Soft dB, a leader in sound masking, to deliver and install patented sound masking systems.
Soft dB are the only sound masking systems that include real-time adjustments, ensuring your office remains acoustically optimised at all times.
Soft dB’s app allows system administrators to adjust masking volume and music levels within designated office zones. Assign control to specific users or manage the entire system centrally.
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48%
improvement in focus
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27%
reduction in perceived stress
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10%
fewer work errors
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51%
elimination of distractions
Automatic calibration
Patented equalisation technology analyses room acoustics to create a seamless sound masking signal.
Real-time volume adjustments
Volume adapts to office noise levels, increasing in busy moments and lowering when the space quiets down.
Network
ready
Whether wired or wireless, Soft dB’s smart controllers manage multiple office zones simultaneously.
Our service promise, from start to finish we handle everything
Our acoustic surveyors can visit your site or conduct a remote assessment using room details and drawings. We provide expert advice on noise control, echo reduction, and speech privacy, followed by a tailored proposal and budget quotation.
We offer advanced acoustic testing, including reverberation time analysis, distraction distance assessments, and speech privacy evaluations, to ensure accurate recommendations.
Every quotation includes detailed acoustic design plans, product specifications for acoustic panels and sound masking solutions — supported by accurate cost estimates.
Our in-house team manages the supply and installation of all acoustic products for a seamless experience. Certified specialists and trained supervisors (IPAF, SSSTS, SMSTS) oversee the process, and all installers hold CSCS cards.
For complete assurance, we conduct post-installation acoustic assessments to confirm that your space meets performance targets and delivers the intended improvements.
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FAQs & tips for sound masking
Yes — but it’s designed to blend into the background. Sound masking produces a low-level, unobtrusive noise similar to airflow. It reduces speech intelligibility, making conversations fade into the background. Most people don’t consciously notice it after a few minutes.
Unlike white noise machines of the past, modern systems are carefully tuned to the frequencies of human speech, making them effective and comfortable.
No. Most emitters are small and installed above the ceiling tiles or discreetly mounted. Once installed, the system is virtually invisible, blending seamlessly into the workspace.
Yes. Most modern systems come with smartphone or wall-mounted controls. You can adjust volume, zone settings, and even integrate with paging or music systems. Our installations use leading brands like Cambridge and Soft dB, which offer flexible, user-friendly controls.
We don’t recommend it. Professional design and tuning are critical to ensure the system is effective and comfortable. DIY systems often lack the ability to calibrate properly, which can make the masking either too loud or ineffective. Resonics provides full design, installation, and tuning to industry standards.
Not exactly. White noise is a random signal containing all frequencies equally, which can sound harsh. Sound masking uses a tuned, engineered spectrum that targets the frequencies of human speech. This makes it effective at reducing distractions while remaining comfortable to listen to all day.
Yes, in many cases. By raising the background sound level, sound masking reduces the contrast between tinnitus ringing and the surrounding environment. While it’s not a medical treatment, many people with tinnitus report relief in workplaces where masking is installed.
A typical sound masking system costs between £15–£25 per square metre installed. For an average open-plan office, this usually means between £5,000 and £15,000.
Costs depend on system type, coverage area, and whether it is combined with paging or background music. Our consultants provide a detailed breakdown and CAD design so you can see exactly what you are paying for.
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