Zac Marcengill (founder) + Baer (design partner)
Designing Studios That Sound As Good As They Look
Audio Virtue Acoustics designs world-class, acoustically precise recording studios tailored to each client’s unique workflow, style, and vision. Founded in 2013 by acoustician Zac Marcengill, our work is concept-driven, collaborative, and grounded in deep technical expertise and acoustic engineering. Utilizing a minimalist interior design approach, tailored to each client’s aesthetic, provides a clean foundation that allows their personality to bring the space to life.
Zac earned a degree in Recording Arts from Full Sail University in 2007, then moved to Nashville 2008 for an internship at Blackbird Studios. While there he discovered the labyrinth of acoustic technology hidden behind the studios’ fabric walls that sparked a convergence of architecture, design, and audio engineering passion, redirecting his career toward mastering the acoustical physics that shape world-class studio design. After serval years building studios by hand and designing for friends, his early work led to Grammy-winning projects and a growing reputation for designing rooms that are both inspiring and that translate with precision.
Since 2013, the same dedication continues to guide our work. Alongside client projects, Zac is now sharing his knowledge and unique design process through a DIY Acoustics Masterclass, giving others access to the same depth of understanding used in professional studios. No matter the space, the budget or the individual, our goal is to make great sound achievable for everyone and to ensure that access to proper acoustics design never stands in the way of any creative project or career.
Our Expertise + Credentials
16+
Years of Design + Consulting Experience
500+
Unique + Successful Projects
$20M+
Trusted Project Construction Value
Audio Virtue Acoustics has provided acoustic design and consulting for hundreds of recording studios, performance venues, and commercial spaces across North America.
Our expertise spans room acoustic design, sound isolation systems design, and HVAC, electrical and audio integration to achieve optimal sonic performance and constructibility.
We combine advanced modeling, measurement, and field experience to ensure results that meet or exceed performance goals — from small project studios to world-class production facilities.
Sketchup Conference Featured Speaker
Sound Isolation + Room Acoustics
Book a Studio Planning Session
Plan your dream studio with expert guidance! Book your Studio Planning Session and get the confidence to build your project right the first time.
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Our Studio Planning Sessions are built for everyone, no matter the budget or project size.
Whether you’re interested in onboarding as a design client or planning to DIY your studio’s design, build, or treatment yourself, this session gives you the confidence and expertise to plan your studio well and prevent common mistakes from the start.
Perfect for professionals, DIYers, architects, and builders who want seamless room acoustic, sound isolation, mechanical, and/or architectural integration—or need help fixing what’s not working.
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Gain expert insight into your project’s acoustic, isolation, and integration requirements. In these sessions we:
Analyze your studio plans and requirements
Identify potential challenges, common mistakes, and opportunities to maximize acoustic performance
Outline solutions for achieving optimal sound performance specific to your use case
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Your Studio Planning Session is a focused strategy call where we apply 16+ years of acoustic design expertise directly to your project. You’ll get personalized guidance on sound isolation, room acoustics, and systems integration—plus expert insight into the most effective path forward.
Not sure what level of service you need? This session brings clarity. It helps you understand your space, your options, and the smartest way to move toward your goals—efficiently and confidently.