Room treatments which is best Absorption or Diffusion ?

HI Everyone,

Any advise is very welcome. My system is now sounding better than ever but i have never taken any steps regarding room treatments. My floor is carpeted but this year i am having real wood laid so i am concerned regarding the effects this will have on my system. I am happy to lay rugs so maybe this will be enough. I know how to pinpoint the first point reflection areas using a friend/partner with a mirror its how to treat them i am confused with. Any advise or personal experiences greatly appreciated thank you.

The first points of reflection in your set up. (Walls, ceiling, floor)

Treat with absorption.
Or
with diffusion?

If so why? Thank you.

 

Some of both. But it all really depends on the room.
In the old days for an average room the rule of thumb was 1/3 defraction, 1/3 absorption and 1/3 reflective.

 

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