Acoustic Response is a specialist acoustic consulting practice offering 30 years of industry experience, delivering a wide variety of projects and noise assessments. We offer personalised service and a bespoke approach to project delivery to assist our clients from project inception to completion.
30 Years
Consulting experience
Multi-sector
Residential, commercial & industrial
Concept → Completion
Full project lifecycle
Standards-based
Prescribed standards & calibrated instrumentation
AU-based
On-site & remote
ABOUT US
30 years of acoustic consulting experience.
Our goal is to achieve the most practicable, efficient, and cost-effective outcomes for our clients, whilst maintaining project integrity and quality standards, including sustainability.
We work collaboratively with our clients and, most of all, pride ourselves on being responsive and delivering on our commitments.
We are based in Melbourne, primarily servicing the Greater Melbourne area and Victoria. We also deliver specific projects throughout Australia and beyond.
PRINCIPAL
Alistair Bavage
- B.App.Sc. (Applied Physics)
- Member of the Australian Acoustical Society (MAAS)
Acoustic Response is led by Alistair Bavage, who brings 30 years of acoustic consulting experience in a wide variety of projects and noise assessments. He works directly with clients from inception through to completion.
Alistair strongly believes that acoustic consultants are engaged in the customer service industry. Clear communication and responsiveness are key to meeting and exceeding our clients requirements and expectations.
Collaborative & Responsive
01We work closely with our clients and pride ourselves on being responsive and delivering on our commitments.
Practicable & Cost-Effective
02We aim for the most practicable, efficient, and cost-effective outcomes without compromising project integrity.
Quality & Sustainability
03Project integrity and quality standards are maintained throughout, including sustainability considerations.
Standards-Based Delivery
04All work is delivered in accordance with prescribed standards using proprietary software and calibrated instrumentation.
WHAT WE DO
Our Services
Building & Architectural Acoustics
Our work on building and architectural projects focuses on the following key parameters.
External Sound Insulation
01Building envelope and facade acoustic performance.
Internal Sound Insulation
02Acoustic separation between noise-sensitive spaces for amenity and speech privacy.
Building Services Noise Control
03Control of plant noise to the environment and occupied spaces.
Floor Impact Isolation
04Treatment of hard floors above noise-sensitive spaces.
Reverberation Control
05Control of acoustic reflections to maximise speech intelligibility and reduce unwanted noise build-up.
Vibration Isolation
06Control of vibration from swimming pools, gymnasiums, and services such as elevators and central plant.
Our experience and software enable us to explore numerous design solutions and materials to meet the project acoustic performance objectives and assist with value management.
Environmental & Industrial Noise
Assessment and control of external and operational noise sources, supporting planning, licensing, and day-to-day operations.
Traffic Noise & Facade Performance
01Traffic and train noise impact assessment and control.
Aircraft Noise Assessments (AS2021)
02Control of aircraft noise impacts to residential sensitive buildings.
Licensed Premises & Music Noise Assessments
03Compliance with legislated music noise limits and patron noise control.
Industrial Noise Surveys
04Boundary noise surveys to assess compliance with legislated limits and specification of noise control treatment measures.
OHS Noise Surveys
05Assessment of employee noise exposure.
Central Plant Noise Assessments
06Assess compliance with legislated limits and specification of noise control treatment measures.
Construction Noise
07Assessment of construction noise impacts on sensitive receivers.
Town Planning Support
08Response to council conditions and RFI's, including expert evidence and Peer Reviews.
Domestic Noise Disputes
09Response to council orders related to domestic plant such as air-conditioning and pool pumps.
Our experience and instrumentation enable us to assess operational and environmental noise against legislated limits and specify practical noise control measures.
Sectors We Work Across
Other Services
R&D Support
01We provide expert opinion and support to assist in the research and development of acoustic innovations and noise control products.
Training
02We provide in-house training for industry groups, clients, and their staff.
Peer Reviews
03Independent review of acoustic reports, designs, and compliance documentation, including expert opinion and witness testing.
GET IN TOUCH
Let's talk about your project
Tell us about your building or project and we'll get back to you with next steps.
Phone
0483 695 278
info@acousticresponse.com.au
Address
PO Box 5173 Studfield Victoria 3152