I place the CD player directly below the TT (which is on the top shelf). The reason being that it is easier then to place software in/on either and this reduces the risk of damaging precious CD/LP's. The preamp controls require less finesse and the 3rd (from the top) shelf is not a problem. I also have to relevel the "source" shelves from time to time (as the building settles) and having them towards the top makes this an easier task. My tube power amp is currently on the bottom shelf, but I plan on relocating it to a separate wall shelf (above the equipment rack) in order to reduce ambient heat effecting the other components. Off to the side would work as well, but this is not practical in my setup.
component order on a rack?
Alright I want to make sure I am not overlooking what is the obvious to so many others, but is there a "best" order for placing audio separates on a rack. I have five shelves. It is a Michael Greene rack I recently got used. I was planning on putting my turnatble on top, tuner next, cd player, preamp, amplifier. Is this the best? I trying to do things right so any advise would be helpful.