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Soundproofing a Cubicle?

Posted by Cliff on from the minimizing-the-disturbance dept.

Anon! A Mouse Cowered! asks: "I work in a 10 x 10 ft. cubicle that's about as low-end as it can be (my back wall is made of my filing cabinets). I have a cheap set of speakers on my desktop for internet radio, but if I play anything other than light jazz or classical at anything above a squeak, it's annoying to my coworkers. Are there any other Dilberts (or Wallys, even), who can offer ideas on making a workspace more livable so that I can enjoy my Primus albums at an audible volume while working?"

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  1. Headphones by jgaynor · · Score: 5, Insightful

    I know of an amazing new technology named (tentatively of course) 'headphones'. They may be the answer to your prayers - be an early adopter!

  2. Earplugs by madaxe42 · · Score: 5, Funny

    Get yourself a pair of monumental speakers, turn them up to full volume, and liberally distribute earplugs among your co-workers.

  3. Alternative headphone use by DaveJay · · Score: 5, Funny

    I don't think you should give in to the tyranny of your coworkers. Buy THEM all noise-cancelling headphones, and listen to your music at any volume you like.

  4. Water = quiet by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 5, Informative

    Since water does a fairly decent job of muffling sound, the answer is obvious: build yourself a cubiquarium. A few sheets of plexiglass, a snorkel and a standard garden hose should get you started.