The Barrier Can Change The Tone

Pickleball, a popular sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, has gained significant attention in recent years. However, the noise generated by the game can be quite irritating to those living nearby. In response, noise barrier walls have been erected in an attempt to mitigate the issue. But how much can we realistically expect from these barriers? In this blog post, we will explore five critical aspects of pickleball noise and evaluate the effectiveness of how SLN/CR is approaching the problem.

1. Decibels of Loudness

One of the first considerations when dealing with noise pollution is the loudness of the sound. Noise barrier walls can indeed reduce the decibel levels to a certain extent. These walls are designed to absorb and reflect sound waves, which can lead to a noticeable reduction in overall noise levels. However, it's essential to understand that noise reduction is not uniform across all frequencies.

1. 2. Tone

Pickleball noise, which is often compared to a truck's backup warning signal, has a distinctive tone at around 1200 Hz, corresponding to the musical note C6. Noise barrier walls, unfortunately, cannot change the tone of the sound. While they can muffle the noise, the tonal quality of the sound remains largely unaffected. This can still lead to annoyance, especially if the tone is particularly bothersome to those in the vicinity.