NRC UP TO 0.90 · ASTM C423 · 16 MM

Slotted Wood Acoustic Panels

Engineered wood panels with vertical slots that open into the cavity behind, backed by black fire-rated acoustic fleece — absorb up to NRC 0.90 in the mid-frequency range with a clean architectural look.

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0.90
max NRC
16
mm thick
FR
MDF + MGO
KSA
stocked
Yamamah Smart slotted wood acoustic panel close-up — vertical slots through a 16mm MDF substrate with natural oak veneer face
NRC up to 0.90 ASTM C423 16 MM FR · MGO OPT
150+
Projects Completed
10 yrs
Manufacturer Warranty
ISO 354
Tested Standards
1,200 m²
Fabrication Facility
+966
Saudi Arabia HQ
CERTIFIED TOASTM C423ISO 11654B-s1, d0E1 FormaldehydeCESBC Compliant

— WHERE WILL YOU USE THEM? —

🎙️Recording Studio🎭Auditorium / Theatre🏢Office / Meeting🏨Hotel Lobby🏠Home Theater🏋️Gym / Sports Hall
NRC UP TO 0.90◆
ASTM C423◆
16 MM MDF◆
BLACK FR FLEECE◆
MULTIPLE SLOT CONFIGURATIONS◆
MELAMINE · VENEER · RAW◆
WALL + CEILING◆
STOCKED · KSA◆
NRC UP TO 0.90◆
ASTM C423◆
16 MM MDF◆
BLACK FR FLEECE◆
MULTIPLE SLOT CONFIGURATIONS◆
MELAMINE · VENEER · RAW◆
WALL + CEILING◆
STOCKED · KSA◆

COMPARE TYPES

Slotted vs Grooved vs Perforated

Three families of acoustic wood panels — each with a different look and performance. This table helps you choose.

SLOTTED ←
GROOVED
PERFORATED
APPEARANCE
Vertical slits through the face
V-grooves cut into face only
Round holes drilled through
NRC RANGE
Up to 0.90
0.55 – 0.95 (8 patterns)
Up to 0.85
BEST FOR
Studios · Auditoriums · Gyms
Offices · Hotels · Decorative
Conference rooms · Theatres
LOOK
Technical · linear · modern
Wood-forward · soft
Geometric · regular grid
BACKING VISIBLE
Yes — black fleece shows through
No — grooves don't penetrate
Yes — through round holes

APPLICATION EXAMPLES

Designed for Every Space

From lecture halls to home theaters and hotel lobbies — slotted panels adapt to any acoustic or aesthetic environment.

Slotted wood acoustic panels installed in a auditorium / lecture hall — Yamamah Smart
Auditorium / Lecture Hall
EDUCATION · PERFORMANCE
Slotted wood acoustic panels installed in a home theater — Yamamah Smart
Home Theater
RESIDENTIAL · HIGH-END
Slotted wood acoustic panels installed in a conference / boardroom — Yamamah Smart
Conference / Boardroom
CORPORATE · MEETING
Slotted wood acoustic panels installed in a hotel lobby / reception — Yamamah Smart
Hotel Lobby / Reception
HOSPITALITY · LOBBY

HOW IT WORKS

The Helmholtz Resonator

Vertical slots act as Helmholtz openings — sound enters the cavity behind, gets absorbed by the fleece and cavity insulation, instead of reflecting back into the room.

Engineered vertical section drawing for wall installation: leveling layer, light steel keel, air cavity, fiberglass wool, plywood substrate, slotted wood acoustic panel, skirting and base board
VERTICAL SECTION · ENGINEERED DETAIL

Every Layer, To Scale

  • Wall leveling layer
  • 100 mm vertical light steel keel @ 600 mm o.c.
  • 50 mm air cavity — acts as low-freq absorber
  • 50 mm fiberglass wool — close to the absorbing board
  • 12 × 50 mm fireproof plywood @ 400 mm
  • Slotted wood acoustic panel + skirting + base board

REF · ENGINEERED VERTICAL SECTION DETAIL

COLOURS & FINISHES

Every Wood On Request

Natural veneers, melamine, or paint — choose any wood that suits your design. 6 popular options below.

Acoustic wood panels in 6 wood finish colours — light cream oak, natural oak, tan, cognac, cherry, golden oak
SWATCH GUIDE · 6 POPULAR FINISHES
Light Oak
Natural Oak
Tan Oak
Cognac
Cherry
Golden Oak

+ Melamine in multiple colours · Custom RAL paint · Raw substrate for site finish — per project request.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Everything You Need on One Page

Thickness
16 mm
NRC
Up to 0.90 (ASTM C423, depending on slot configuration + cavity)
Substrate
Black MDF (fire-rated) · Red MDF (fire-rated) · Standard MDF · MGO (Magnesium Oxide) board for highest fire performance
Backing
Black fire-rated acoustic non-woven fleece, continuous on rear face
Slot configuration
Multiple slot densities available — exact configuration per project requirement
Finishes
Melamine-faced (multiple colours) · natural wood veneer (Oak / Walnut / Maple / Beech / Wenge / Ash and others on request) · painted · raw substrate ready for site finish
Fire rating
B-s1, d0 (EN 13501-1) with FR substrate · A2-s1, d0 achievable with MGO substrate (project-specific)
Formaldehyde
E1 grade (EN 13986) — child-safe and meets office/healthcare emission requirements
Application
Walls and ceilings — direct-fix or framework with cavity for added absorption · suspended ceiling systems
Origin
Imported from Italy / India · stocked in Riyadh

APPLICATIONS

Engineered for Every Space

🎙️
Recording Studios
🎭
Auditoriums
🏢
Corporate Offices
🏨
Hotels & Hospitality
🎓
Education
🏠
Residential / Home

FREQUENTLY ASKED

Quick Answers

What's the difference between Slotted and Grooved?
Slotted panels have vertical slits that pass through the face into the cavity behind — sound enters and is absorbed by the fleece and cavity material. Grooved panels have V-shaped grooves cut only into the face — more decorative with milder absorption. Slotted suits studios and auditoriums; grooved suits offices and hotels.
What NRC do the panels achieve?
Up to NRC 0.90 measured per ASTM C423. Actual value depends on slot density, cavity depth and whether mineral wool is added inside.
What thickness and substrate options?
Standard thickness 16 mm. Substrate options: Black MDF (fire-rated), Red MDF (fire-rated), Standard MDF, and MGO board (Magnesium Oxide) for the highest fire performance.
What wood and finish options?
All wood options on request — natural veneers (Oak / Walnut / Maple / Beech / Wenge / Ash), melamine in multiple colours, painted, or raw for site finish.
Are the panels fire rated?
Yes — with fire-rated substrate and appropriate finish: B-s1, d0 (EN 13501-1) standard. With MGO board: A2-s1, d0 achievable where the project requires it.
How are they installed?
Two main methods: (1) direct adhesive on solid walls, (2) framework + hidden clips with a 50 mm cavity behind the panels (filled with mineral wool for added low-frequency absorption). Suspended ceiling systems also available.
Is the black fleece behind the slots visible?
Yes — this is an intentional visual feature of Slotted. The black fleece creates contrast against light wood and gives a modern technical look. If you want to hide the fleece, choose a darker finish or go with Grooved instead.
Can I request a sample before ordering?
Yes — contact us via WhatsApp or phone and we will send a sample of the chosen pattern and finish so you can assess texture and colour before committing.

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