Ever wondered what those strange wooden grids on studio walls actually do? In this week’s episode, the guys dive into diffusers — how they work, when to use them, and why your small booth might not be the best place for one.

We also chat about the brand-new Austrian Audio CC8 Supercardioid — the latest addition to their small-diaphragm condenser range — and how it performs in real-world sessions.

From quadratic and skyline diffusers to the mysterious Fresnel-style designs, we break down what each type does to your sound, and why diffusion is often misunderstood.

George shares insights from a beautifully treated garden-shed studio (yes, really), Robbo recalls diffusers hanging as ceiling “clouds” at Foxtel, and the crew even take a detour into restaurant acoustics — because if you can’t hear your dining partner, maybe they need better room treatment too!

Whether you’re building a home studio or just want your booth to sound a little bigger, this one’s packed with real-world advice (and a few laughs along the way).

🎧 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

• Austrian Audio CC8 Supercardioid (and upcoming release)

• Quadratic, skyline, and Fresnel diffusers

• Tube traps and hybrid panels

• Auralex and GIK Acoustics products

• RPG diffusers

• Blackbird Studios Nashville

• Soundprint App (for measuring restaurant noise levels)

🔊 SPONSORS

Tri-Booth — Get $200 off your Tri-Booth with the code TRIPAP200 at tribooth.com Austrian Audio — Makers of the OC818, OC18, and the brand-new CC8 Supercardioid. Making passion heard.

🌐 LINKS

🎧 www.proaudiosuite.com 🎥 YouTube: @proaudiosuitepodcast 💬 Join the discussion: Pro Audio Suite Facebook Group