Sound solutions

With amplified sound, keep the volume down, especially the bass which can be more annoying than higher frequencies.
Don't put speakers or amplifiers on or close to party walls, ceilings or floors. See how you can reduce noise from loudspeakers.
Set your sound levels to avoid disturbing your neighbours.
Balance the speakers of a home cinema system to fill the room evenly - sub woofer speakers can be especially disturbing.
Game soundtracks can annoy anyone not playing, so turn it down.
If you have a bedroom TV, keep it quiet at night - especially if your bedroom adjoins someone else's.
If in doubt, use headphones.
Some childrens' toys can be very noisy - if they are driving you mad they could be annoying your neighbours too. When it all gets too much offer a quieter alternative.

Home entertainment

Technology enables us to keep ourselves thoroughly entertained at home. However, entertainment systems are also noise sources: