TUNE v Opus SoundBed
July 2, 2025
Feature / Attribute | TUNE (VAT System) | OPUS SoundBed (Sound Bed) |
Technology Type | Vibroacoustic Therapy (VAT) — 5–20 Hz infrasonic frequencies with open, medical-grade transducers | Sound Bed — high-frequency (>30 Hz), vinyl-encased massage transducers |
Frequency Precision | Medical-grade transducers tuned by neuro‑aesthetic engineers for clean, specific frequency compositions | Single-note vibrations, often marketed as “healing tones” without verified impact |
Clinical Foundation | Originated from NIH / Mayo Clinic research; studied at Duke, Berkeley, Harvard, etc.; used for PTSD, dementia, Parkinson’s | Primarily a relaxation/massage accessory, not VAT—no proven medical-level outcomes |
Stress Reduction | 54% reduction in stress per 15-minute session | Relaxation reported, but no clinical data on percentage impact |
Fatigue Reduction | 53% decrease in fatigue per session | General restfulness may occur; no clinical data |
Metabolism Increase | 26% boost in metabolic rate | Not applicable or measured |
Body Pain Reduction | 34% reduction in physical discomfort | May alleviate muscle tension, unverified clinically |
Session Format | 15-minute, seated/chair-like chaise; dry, self-guided; no removal of clothing | 7–30 minutes, lying on a mattress-style pad; may require undressing/clothing adjustment |
Installation / Footprint | Plug-and-play in a small space, powered by standard outlet; certified medical-grade materials | Requires mat storage space, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth; no electrical heavy install |
Sound Quality & Openness | Transducers are exposed for unskewed, clean sound transmission (no vinyl casing) | Enclosed in vinyl, which limits frequency range and alters sound quality |
Software & Content Updates | Self-healing software, remote content management, global fleet updates and software upgrades | App-based content updates, but no remote system health monitoring |
Personalization Features | Profiles, usage analytics, frequency-specific playlists tailored to user health insights | Basic media playback; no advanced personalization or fleet analytics |
Pricing & Build Quality | Higher cost due to US-made, large infrasonic transducers, custom cabinetry, and high-end digital hardware | More affordable, but lesser technical complexity and acoustic range |
Use-Cases | Optimized for wellness centers, spas, corporate/medical facilities, research environments | Best suited for home relaxation and massage enhancement |
Brand Philosophy | Rooted in decades-long VAT research with medical applications and precise outcome-driven design | Focuses on comfort and relaxation, without VAT’s clinical intent |
Clarifications on Terms & Pricing
Why it's called TUNE vs. Sound Bed:
TUNE is designed to "tune the body" using medical-grade frequencies from 5–20 Hz. This contrasts with Sound Beds, which encapsulate transducers and emit higher, single-note frequencies. Encasing transducers blocks low infrasonic waves and degrades sound quality—akin to wrapping a speaker in plastic.
VAT vs. Sound Bed:
VAT requires open, exposed transducers and layered frequency compositions based on scientific protocols—TUNE’s core design.
Sound Beds use vinyl-encased transducers producing simple single-tone vibrations marketed as “healing tones.”
Price Differences Explained:
TUNE’s higher price reflects:
Large, precision-engineered 5 Hz transducers and amps (rare even in the U.S.)
Custom American-made cabinetry and handcrafted assembly
Embedded miniature computers with remote fleet management and self‑healing software
Regular, dynamic content updates
The Bottom Line
TUNE is a medically grounded vat instrument, offering precision, outcomes, and ongoing innovation.
OPUS SoundBeds provide pleasant relaxation, but do not offer medical-grade, research-validated neural or physical benefits.
For health professionals, wellness operators, and performance-minded institutions, TUNE offers a superior, outcome-driven approach that transforms spaces into centers of recovery and resilience.
To learn more about how to incorporate TUNE into your home or business, please visit www.staytuned.co
