Thanks much for your responses. It sounds like there really isn't an 'electronic' basis for rack configuration and it esentially comes down to ergonomics. I recently replaced a remote controlled pre with the AI Mod 3 (which sadly has no remote but much better sound). Bending over to tweak the dual volume controls is quickly becoming a pain in the back, so I'll likely move that piece up in the rack.
Equipment Rack Configuration..?
I'd be interested to hear from fellow Audiogoners whether the relative position of components on the equipment rack makes any difference in sound quality. For example, is it best to place digital components as far from the amp as possible to avoid electrical interference or does it really not matter. I use a five-shelf Sound Organization rack with the following component positions from bottom to top:
1. Odyssey Stratos Extreme
2. Audible Illusions Mod 3
3. Marantz ST 6000 Tuner
4. Ah Njoe Tjoeb 4000
5. Music Hall MMF 5
1. Odyssey Stratos Extreme
2. Audible Illusions Mod 3
3. Marantz ST 6000 Tuner
4. Ah Njoe Tjoeb 4000
5. Music Hall MMF 5