Planar Bass Trap
Flat-face bass trap for wall/ceiling boundaries.
The Planar bass trap installs against wall/ceiling and wall/wall boundaries where low-frequency modes accumulate. A shallow, flat-face profile makes it easy to integrate into finished rooms while delivering targeted low-frequency absorption.
Send us the room dimensions and target reverb time — we’ll return a coverage plan and estimate.
Why specify the Planar Bass Trap
- Planar Profile
Flat-face wedge seats into wall/wall and wall/ceiling corners with a simple, low-profile silhouette.
- Targets Low-Frequency Bass Waves
Boundary-loaded body absorbs the room-mode build-up that muddies bass response.
- Lightweight & Easy Install
Melamine foam trap installs with adhesive or clips — no framing, no dust.
- Class A Fire Rated
ASTM E84 Class A melamine foam, safe for studios and commercial installs.
NRC Gauge
Independent absorption testing on our TECHLITE® melamine foam. NRC is the average absorption from 250 – 2000 Hz; boundary-loaded placement further boosts low-frequency performance below 250 Hz.
- SAA
- 0.78
- Mounting
- Type A
Absorption results tested in accordance with ASTM C423-09a — independent third-party acoustic lab report supplied by the manufacturer.
NRC = Noise Reduction Coefficient, the average of the 250, 500, 1000, and 2000 Hz absorption coefficients rounded to the nearest 0.05. SAA = Sound Absorption Average across twelve one-third-octave bands (200–2500 Hz). Mounting follows ASTM E795 (Type A = direct-to-hard-surface).
- NRC 0.00–0.30: Reflective surface — will not meaningfully reduce echo.
- NRC 0.30–0.60: Modest absorption — some reverb reduction.
- NRC 0.60–0.85: Strong absorption — noticeable clarity and comfort gains.
- NRC 0.85+: Studio / broadcast-grade absorption.
Higher NRC = more sound absorbed on impact. NRC only measures absorption within a room; it is not a soundproofing (transmission-loss) rating.
| Finish | Thickness | 125 Hz | 250 Hz | 500 Hz | 1000 Hz | 2000 Hz | 4000 Hz | SAA | NRC | Mount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 1.50" | 0.17 | 0.28 | 0.84 | 0.99 | 1.03 | 1.04 | 0.78 | 0.80 | A |
| 2.00" | 0.23 | 0.48 | 1.08 | 1.19 | 1.16 | 1.11 | 0.97 | 1.00 | A | |
| 3.00" | 0.45 | 0.87 | 1.26 | 1.07 | 1.06 | 1.10 | 1.05 | 1.05 | A | |
| Light Grey | 1.50" | 0.17 | 0.28 | 0.86 | 0.99 | 1.02 | 1.02 | 0.79 | 0.80 | A |
| 2.00" | 0.20 | 0.51 | 1.05 | 1.05 | 1.03 | 1.05 | 0.91 | 0.90 | A | |
| 3.00" | 0.36 | 0.90 | 1.24 | 1.04 | 1.02 | 1.09 | 1.05 | 1.05 | A | |
| ObsidianOfficial test results pending; performance expected to align with TECHLITE® light grey melamine foam. | 1.50" | 0.17 | 0.28 | 0.86 | 0.99 | 1.02 | 1.02 | 0.79 | 0.80 | A |
| 2.00" | 0.20 | 0.51 | 1.05 | 1.05 | 1.03 | 1.05 | 0.91 | 0.90 | A | |
| 3.00" | 0.36 | 0.90 | 1.24 | 1.04 | 1.02 | 1.09 | 1.05 | 1.05 | A |
Product Specs
- Material
- TECHLITE® Flexible Open-Cell Melamine Foam
- Density
- Light Grey 0.56 ± 0.09 lb/ft³ · Natural 0.47 ± 0.13 lb/ft³
- Service temperature
- −40°F to 350°F
- Fire rating (Light Grey)
- ASTM E84 Class A · Flame Spread 10 / Smoke Developed 55
- Fire rating (Natural)
- ASTM E84 Class A · Flame Spread 5 / Smoke Developed 20 · CAN/ULC S102 · Flame Spread 0 / Smoke Developed 30
- Mounting
- Adhesive, peel-and-stick, or hangers (Type A)
- Best use
- Wall/wall and wall/ceiling corners — low-frequency room-mode control
- Wall-corner length
- 48" (1220 mm)
- Ceiling-corner length
- 24" (610 mm)
- Base
- 11 13/16" (300 mm)
- Thickness options
- 1.5", 2", or 3"
- Profile
- Planar flat-face wedge — corner/boundary loaded
Install guide
Downloads & documentation
Manufacturer datasheets, install instructions, fire-rating test summaries, and certifications for the Planar Bass Trap.
Includes 6 technical PDFs · install guide available separately.
What's included (7 files)
- Install GuidePlanar Bass Trap — Install InstructionsDownload PDF
- Data SheetPDFBasotect® B Technical Information Sheet
Manufacturer data sheet for Basotect® B melamine foam.
Download PDF - Data SheetPDFBasotect® G Technical Information Sheet
Manufacturer data sheet for Basotect® G melamine foam.
Download PDF - Data SheetPDFASTM E-84 Test Summary — Natural White Melamine
Class A fire test summary — Natural finish.
Download PDF - Data SheetPDFASTM E-84 Test Summary — ATC Coating
Class A fire test summary — ATC coating.
Download PDF - Data SheetPDFAcoustic Foam Cleaning Instructions
Care and maintenance guide for melamine foam panels.
Download PDF - Data SheetPDFBuy America Certification
Compliance certification for federally funded projects.
Download PDF
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