Acoustic isolation clips for home studios
Data as of Oct 16, 2026
Reviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky
Which brands AI mentions
Mentioned in · Jul 8 – Oct 16, 2026
ChatGPT SearchChatGPT SearchGoogle AI ModeGoogle AI Mode
Widest split: Soundproofing Company, 73% on ChatGPT Search and 19% on Google AI Mode.
- 1RSIC-1ChatGPT Search 73%Google AI Mode 81%
- =2Second Skin AudioChatGPT Search 59%Google AI Mode 57%
- =2PAC InternationalChatGPT Search 59%Google AI Mode 48%
- =2ResilmountChatGPT Search 68%Google AI Mode 29%
- =2Soundproofing CompanyChatGPT Search 73%Google AI Mode 19%
Questions and answers
Google AI ModeOct 7, 2026
Acoustic isolation clips (often used with drywall furring/hat channels to decouple walls and ceilings) are widely available from
specialized acoustic material suppliers, soundproofing direct-to-consumer websites, and major pro-audio/building distributors.[1][2][3]The top places to buy them, along with the specific clip brands they carry, include:
- Specialized Soundproofing Retailers
- Second Skin Audio : Sells industry-standard decoupling clips like the Second Skin Audio RSIC-1 Resilient Sound Isolation Clips.
- Soundproofing Company : Offers high-performance options including their proprietary Soundproofing Company IB-2 Sound Isolation Clip.
- Sound Pro Solutions : Carries commercial-grade heavy options like the Sound Pro Solutions Kinetics IsoMax Isolation Clips.[1][2][3]
- Acoustic & Pro-Audio Brands
- Auralex Acoustics : Direct manufacturer and seller of the famous Auralex Resilient Sound Isolation Clip (RSIC-1), also stocked via pro-audio distributors like Pro AV Warehouse.
- Building Supply Distributors
- Resilmount / CSR Building Supplies : Offers patented acoustic brackets like the CSR Building Supplies Resilmount A237R Sound Isolation Clips which are widely approved for UL fire-rated assemblies.
If you want to plan your build further, tell me:
- Are you planning to isolate just the walls, the ceiling, or a room-within-a-room?
- Is your framing wood or steel stud?
I can help you estimate how many clips and channels you'll need for your square footage.
ChatGPT SearchOct 7, 2026
Yes. For a soundproof home studio, you want resilient sound-isolation/decoupling clips—not ordinary clips for mounting acoustic panels. These clips separate the drywall from the framing and are typically used with 7/8" hat channel.
Good suppliers
- Soundproofing Company — Carries WhisperClip, IB-1, IB-2, and other isolation systems. Their current listings include IB-1 at about $2.20/clip.
IB-1 Sound Isolation Clip
$2.20
- Second Skin Audio — A particularly good source for PAC RSIC-1, RSIC-V, RSIC-DC04, low-profile and retrofit clips. RSIC-1 is currently listed at $4.50 each.
RSIC-1 Resilient Sound Isolation Clips
$4.50
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SoundAway — Sells RSIC-1 individually and in 100-clip cases, plus IsoMax and other isolation hardware. Current RSIC-1 price is $3.95 each / $395 per 100.
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MyFBM — Useful if you're doing a larger construction project; they offer RSIC-1, RC-1 Boost and Kinetics IsoMax and have 370+ branches across North America.
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IsoStore — Offers GenieClip RST, GenieClip variants, RSIC products and related furring-channel hardware.
What I'd use for a studio
For a typical wood-framed home recording studio, I'd start by comparing PAC RSIC-1, GenieClip RST, and Kinetics IsoMax. These are established isolation systems; the key is to build the entire wall/ceiling assembly correctly, including clip spacing, hat channel, insulation, drywall layers, and acoustic sealant. A government construction specification, for example, lists IsoMax, RSIC-1 and GenieClip as resilient sound-isolation clip options.
If you tell me the room dimensions, whether you're doing walls + ceiling, and whether the framing is wood or steel, I can calculate approximately how many clips and how much hat channel you'll need, and compare the cost of RSIC-1 vs. GenieClip vs. IsoMax.
Sources cited in this answer7
- myfbm.comSound Proofing Clips | MyFBM
- shop.soundproofingcompany.comSoundproofing Company - Shop Soundproofing Products Online
- secondskinaudio.comSound Isolation Clips for Soundproofing – Second Skin Audio
- secondskinaudio.comRSIC-1® Resilient Sound Isolation Clips - Second Skin Audio
- soundaway.comSound Isolation Clips - Soundproofing For Drywall - SoundAway
- isostore.comResilient Sound Isolation Clips | Resilient Clips | IsoStore
- Specialized Soundproofing Retailers
ChatGPT SearchOct 16, 2026
For a home studio build, I’d look for resilient sound-isolation clips designed to decouple drywall from the framing. They help reduce sound transmission through walls and ceilings by limiting vibration transfer—particularly useful when building a vocal booth, mixing room, or drum room.
The best supplier depends on whether you're building walls, a ceiling, or both, and whether you want a budget-friendly DIY solution or a higher-performance isolation system.
My top supplier recommendations
1. Second Skin Audio — Best for DIY studio builds
(My first pick)
Sells genuine PAC International RSIC-1 and RSIC-V clips directly online, with installation guides and quantity estimates. A good starting point if you're buying materials yourself.
Listed prices: RSIC-V $2.25 each; RSIC-1 $4.50 each. Verify current pricing and shipping.
Shop RSIC-1 clips www.secondskinaudio.comwww.secondskinaudio.comkineticsnoise.comresilmount.com
2. The Soundproofing Company — Best for technical guidance
Offers isolation clips, related materials, and technical resources to help you plan the complete wall or ceiling assembly rather than buying clips in isolation.
Particularly useful if you also need damping compound, drywall recommendations, or help choosing an assembly.
3. Foundation Building Materials (FBM) — Best for bulk orders
Stocks PAC International soundproofing clips and has a broad North American branch network. Worth requesting a quote if you need hundreds of clips or prefer local pickup.
Browse FBM soundproofing clips
Ask about contractor pricing, stock availability, and delivery to your area.
4. Resilmount — Best for comparing engineered systems
A manufacturer of isolation clips for walls and ceilings, with technical specifications and installation documentation. Its A237R is designed for standard drywall furring channels.
View products and find a US distributor
Contact the manufacturer for the right clip model and a nearby distributor.
Which clips would I choose for a studio?
Clip Best use PAC RSIC-V Budget-conscious isolation project PAC RSIC-1 A widely used, established isolation system Resilmount A237R An alternative engineered clip system Kinetics IsoMax Worth considering for walls or ceilings where space is limited You can also review Kinetics IsoMax technical details.
One important tip: Buy clips and compatible hat channel as a matched system, following the manufacturer's tested installation details. For studio sound isolation, airtight sealing, wall mass, cavity insulation, and preventing rigid connections around the room are just as important as the clips themselves.
Let me narrow this down for your build
Two quick details will help me recommend the best-value supplier and estimate how many clips you need.
1. What are you isolating?
Walls only
Ceiling only
Both walls and ceiling
2. What's your main priority?
Lowest cost
Best performance for the money
Maximum sound isolation
3. Approximate room size
10 × 10 ft
12 × 12 ft
12 × 16 ft
Other / larger
4. What's the framing?
Wood studs
Metal studs
Not sure yet
[Find the best supplier for my build]
Sources cited in this answer14
- secondskinaudio.comRSIC-V® Resilient Sound Isolation Clips - Second Skin Audio
- secondskinaudio.comRSIC-1® Resilient Sound Isolation Clips - Second Skin Audio
- secondskinaudio.comRSIC-V® Resilient Sound Isolation Clips - Second Skin Audio
- secondskinaudio.comRSIC-1® Resilient Sound Isolation Clips - Second Skin Audio
- kineticsnoise.comIsoMax | Sound Isolation Clips - Kinetics Noise Control | Manufacturer
- resilmount.comA237R Sound Isolation Clip & Acoustic Mount | Resilmount US
Google AI ModeOct 16, 2026
For a home studio build, decoupling your walls and ceilings using isolation clips (like the industry-standard RSIC-1 clips) is one of the best ways to stop low-frequency bass from bleeding out or entering your room.
Top suppliers and retailers that carry acoustic isolation clips and compatible hat channels include:
- Acoustical Solutions — Great for buying genuine RSIC-1 clips in bulk quantities (such as boxes of 50) with straightforward online ordering.
- Full Compass Systems — A reliable pro-audio supplier carrying Auralex-branded RSIC-1 isolation clips individually or in smaller batches.
- B&H Photo-Video Audio — Offers individual Auralex isolation clips with convenient shipping options for smaller project needs.
- Specialized acoustic supply houses (such as The Soundproofing Company or Acoustic Fields direct) are also fantastic resources if you need custom layout design or package estimates alongside your hardware.
To help narrow down the best option or estimate your quantity, tell me:
- Are you treating just the walls, the ceiling, or the entire room?
- What is the approximate square footage of the surfaces you plan to decouple?
Also asked as
- Can you point me toward suppliers for acoustic isolation clips? I am building a soundproof studio at home.
