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Design Overview: Unboxing a Shipping Container Music Studio


This was the first ever shipping container studio that I came across. It was a huge part of my life and a game changer for my musical practice so I love it dearly.


Check out the design features in this video. I've included an overview/breakdown below.


 


Nickname:

Tanky II, Gypsy caravan of dank beats, Josef Fritzl jamroom


Current Location:

Industrial estate 10min from inner city.


Container:

20f 'Standard' container. Bought pre-fitted out


Framing:

Standard timber frame 70x35mm pine


Internal Sheeting:

2x layers 10mm plaster. (1x Inside and 1x outside the stud)


Sound isolation techniques:

  • Room within a room - frame isolated from external walls

  • Thicc door + glass door

  • Acoustic door seals

Fancy Features:

  • Split system AC

  • Very sound isolated

  • Very cost effective design. Love it!

  • Carpet with thick underlay - does a great job


Regrets?

  • Fluorescent lights are a vibe killer.

  • More sound absorption panels


Build Time:

NIL - bought fitted out


Total Build Cost:

$8500 AUD


Any questions on this one? don't hesitate to ask me slumlord@shippingcontainerstudios.com

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