Monitoring with Raspberry Shake & Boom
Concerned about
Data Center Noise?
You’re not alone.
Communities across the country are asking the same question: What impact will that new data center have on my neighborhood? As data center construction accelerates, residents living nearby are looking for reliable, scientific-grade tools to understand and document the acoustic environment around their homes.
Whether a facility is proposed, under construction, or already operating, having objective, continuous data is the first step toward understanding what’s happening and the Raspberry Shake & Boom is the instrument people are turning to.
The only instrument that captures both.
The RS&BOOM is the only instrument on the market that combines a professional-grade seismograph with a precision infrasound sensor in a single, synchronized unit. Data centers operate powerful cooling and ventilation systems around the clock, the RS&BOOM captures both data streams, giving you a complete picture of the acoustic footprint of nearby infrastructure.

What is infrasound, and why does it matter?
Infrasound refers to sound waves below 20 Hz — the lower threshold of typical human hearing. You may not consciously “hear” these frequencies, but they represent real, measurable atmospheric pressure fluctuations. The RS&BOOM detects from approximately 0.05 Hz to 40 Hz — capturing the full range of low-frequency acoustic output from large industrial facilities.
Deploy your RS&BOOM before the facility becomes operational.
This kind of longitudinal data is far more powerful than a single measurement taken after the fact.
Raspberry Shake & Boom.
A professional-grade seismograph and a precision infrasound sensor — captured on a single, synchronized unit. The infrasound sensor is the critical component for data center monitoring.
Geophone
Infrasound transducer
Tubed differential pressure sensor that captures atmospheric infrasound from 0.05 Hz upward

Raspberry Pi compute
Streams to DataView over Ethernet and records locally as a fallback.
IP67 enclosure
Sealed against weather and dust on the outdoor model — brass bushings mount the device to any surface.
For data center monitoring, we recommend the RS&BOOM.
It is purpose-built for this application because it captures both seismic (ground vibration) and infrasonic (atmospheric pressure) signals.
The infrasound sensor is the critical component for data center monitoring. Large cooling systems and ventilation equipment generate significant low-frequency atmospheric pressure waves, and the RS&BOOM is specifically designed to detect these.
Note. The RBOOM (infrasound-only sensor) was discontinued several years ago. The RS&BOOM replaces it with the added benefit of simultaneous ground vibration monitoring.

Where should I place my RS&BOOM — and what do I need to get going?
- Choose a location between your home and the data center if possible
- Place it on any stable floor surface
- Minimize local noise sources. Keep distance from HVAC units, washing machines, generators, and heavy foot traffic
- Prioritize Ethernet. A wired connection ensures reliable, uninterrupted data transmission
Below ground? No. Given the 0.7 Hz corner frequency, a standard surface installation provides excellent performance.
Ideal for any indoor room on any floor surface.
Ideal for deployment in outbuildings, pole barns, or purpose-built vaults.