Will acoustic panels soundproof my apartment?

No. Acoustic panels absorb echo and reduce mid-high frequency transmission but do not soundproof. True soundproofing requires mass—dense drywall, mass-loaded vinyl, or decoupled wall construction.

What is the best way to block bass from neighbors?

Bass is the hardest to block. Active noise-canceling headphones are the most effective consumer solution. Physically, mass-loaded vinyl behind drywall blocks bass but requires renovation.

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