MPS Sound Masking Systems

The open office can be a noisy place. It's no wonder people have trouble staying focused there.

MPS sound masking systems solve distractions in a comprehensive way. They mask unwanted noise with ambient sound, absorb echo with acoustic panels, and combine multiple solutions for maximum effect.

What Are the Benefits of Sound Masking?

Sound masking makes undesirable conversations and other noise distractions less audible. As a result, employees are less distracted, able to concentrate better, and their productivity rises measurably.

Fewer Noise Distractions

• Reduces distraction
• Creates more efficient environments
• Better results are delivered

Improved Productivity

• Improves focus
• Reduces stress
• Lowers error rates

Better Speech Privacy

• Makes it harder to overhear distracting conversations
• Creates a more productive and private workplace

How Do Sound Masking Systems Work?

All sound masking systems are designed to increase the ambient noise level in a space. This engineered sound is audible but not too loud, and it is designed to cover distracting sounds. The sound is tuned to a frequency similar to air flowing through an HVAC system. This makes it unobtrusive and forgettable, yet highly effective at covering up unwanted conversations. Every sound masking system is composed of three basic components.

Multi-Zone Controllers

• Serve as the brains of the system
• Control and power all speakers and sensors
• Provide total flexibility to route the right sound to the right place

Sound Masking Speakers

• Output the masking noise
• Five types of speakers are available to work in any ceiling type
• Typically installed above the ceiling tiles
• Other mounting options if needed

Software Control

• Controls the sound masking system
• Features a graphic interface that is easy to control and adjust

What Makes MPS Sound Masking Systems Unique?

The MPS sound masking system is high-design yet simple to use. It gives you complete control through smart controllers, diverse speaker types, and intuitive software. Even with all these options, there are three specific features that make the MPS sound masking system unique compared to other solutions.

Adaptive Volume Adjustments

• Sensors auto-adjust the volume based on real-time noise levels
• Slight volume adjustments remain completely unnoticeable as they happen, maintaining the perfect sound level over time
• This feature is ideal for open areas and hybrid work environments

Automatic Equalization

• System setup is fast, easy, and highly accurate
• Audio levels are tuned using a patented process that saves significant time and cost

Networkable Multi-Zone Control

• Multiple zones provide maximum layout flexibility
• This control ensures the right volume is delivered to the right space

What Types of Spaces Should Use Sound Masking?

Open Offices

• Enables normal conversation and collaboration
• Minimizes disruption to unintended listeners
• Allows for better focus by reducing distractions

Private Offices & Meeting Rooms

• Protects speech from being heard outside the room
• Reduces noise transfer from room to room

Hybrid Workplaces

• Reduces the contrast between a full office and an empty office
• Adaptive sensors are used to keep volume adjusted to varying noise levels

LEED & WELL Certified Buildings

• Includes sound masking as a preferred acoustic solution under LEED v4 and WELL v2
• Reduces total building material usage through proper acoustic design

Let’s design the right acoustic solution for your office.

Manasota Office Supplies designs and coordinates sound masking solutions that help reduce distracting conversations, improve speech privacy, and create more comfortable workplaces. We integrate each system into your broader workspace design by coordinating project needs, floor layouts, installation details, and the surrounding furniture environment, guiding you from the first walkthrough to final tuning.