Business Details
20 Years
experience
Trusted Acoustical Engineering Solutions
Riedel & Associates is a premier acoustical consulting firm dedicated to transforming spaces into dynamic listening environments. With decades of combined experience, our team of skilled consultants specializes in architectural acoustics, noise control engineering, and pipe organ consulting. We deliver tailored solutions for diverse clients ranging from churches and concert halls to educational institutions and residential properties across the United States. Our noise abatement services utilize advanced environmental testing methodologies to mitigate unwanted sound while enhancing speech clarity and musical richness. As industry leaders in airborne and impact noise transmission testing, we adhere to rigorous ASTM standards for condominium acoustics.Our pipe organ division provides comprehensive project management for organ restoration, relocation, and new installations, serving religious institutions of all denominations. Through a unique blend of artistic sensibility and technical expertise, we develop enduring solutions that address complex acoustic challenges. We maintain a client-centric approach, offering A/V design specifications and educational resources to support informed decision-making. Our Milwaukee-based team remains committed to advancing acoustic science through continuous innovation and meticulous attention to detail.
Services
Acoustical Design
Noise Control
Pipe Organ Consulting
Soundproofing
A/V System Design
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of specialized acoustical engineering experience
- Our services span nationwide project locations
- We conduct ASTM standard noise transmission testing
- We provide comprehensive pipe organ consulting services
- We combine artistic insight with technical precision
Services
Acoustical Design
Our architectural acoustics services optimize sound quality in diverse spaces including concert halls, churches, and educational facilities. We analyze room geometry, material selection, and sound distribution patterns to create balanced acoustic environments. Our consultants collaborate with architects and engineers to integrate sound-enhancing features during construction phases.
Noise Control
We implement noise abatement solutions for residential and commercial properties through environmental testing and vibration analysis. Our engineers identify sound transmission paths and recommend mitigation strategies including specialized wall systems and vibration isolation techniques. Services comply with ASTM standards for noise reduction in multi-family dwellings.
Pipe Organ Consulting
Our organ consultants manage restoration, relocation, and new installations for religious institutions nationwide. We provide technical specifications, project supervision, and maintenance services for pipe organs in chapels, cathedrals, and educational facilities. Our expertise includes temperature control systems and acoustic optimization for organ performance spaces.
Environmental Testing
We conduct comprehensive environmental noise and vibration assessments using calibrated measurement equipment. Our engineers analyze airborne and impact sound transmission in residential buildings according to ASTM standards. Testing data informs customized mitigation strategies for both new construction and existing structures.
A/V System Design
Our consultants develop audio/video system specifications for worship spaces and performance venues. We evaluate room acoustics to determine optimal speaker placement and equipment requirements. Services include system evaluations, technical documentation, and performance testing to ensure clear sound reproduction in diverse environments.
People
Scott R. Riedel
Principal Consultant
Scott R. Riedel leads the firm with over 30 years of acoustical engineering experience. He specializes in worship space acoustics and pipe organ projects, having published multiple technical papers on acoustic design. His expertise spans noise control solutions and environmental testing methodologies.
Questions
What acoustical services do you offer?
We provide architectural acoustics, noise control engineering, pipe organ consulting, environmental testing, and A/V system design for diverse spaces nationwide.
Do you work outside Wisconsin?
Yes, while based in Milwaukee, we serve clients across the United States for all our acoustical consulting services.
How do you address residential noise issues?
We conduct ASTM-standard noise transmission testing and implement soundproofing solutions tailored to condominiums and residential buildings.
What pipe organ services are available?
We offer complete organ project management including restoration, relocation, new installations, and ongoing maintenance for religious institutions.
Can you help with church sound systems?
Yes, we design audio systems optimized for worship spaces, balancing acoustic enhancement with technical requirements for clear sound reproduction.
