Simple TT isolation.....nice sounding result


I made another "improvement tweak" to my Rega P3-24/Exact 2 front end --- a simple "DIY" isolation platform. Following the suggestions of the "Vibrapod" website, I took a perfectly flat solid 3/4" thick MDF shelf (from an old Atlantis rack that I no longer use for my gear), and placed it on top of eight Model 1 Vibrapod isolators on a shelf of my current Sanus rack. The Rega table, with its original three rubber feet, now sits on this platform, and I'm very happy with the subtle improvement in how the music sounds. Audible ? Psychologic ? Both ? I'm not sure, but this type of stuff makes our hobby a lot of fun.
HAPPY LISTENING !!
adam18

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Thanks for the feedback, guys............As I sat and listened last night (Coltrane, Red Garland, Ella, Mulgrew Miller, Dire Straits, and old Grateful Dead) I realized how lovely the music sounded as it came through my cartridge, arm, table, amp, and speakers. I think I'm really hearing an improvement with my easy and affordable isolation platform. I hope you all have a great day, and, as always, HAPPY LISTENING !!
Hi Aaron....Thanks for your comment. I have the Sanus AFA four shelf rack (Audio Advisor -- $149.99), and it seems to do the job quite nicely. Take care, amigo.
Hey Guys.....My intent with this thread was certainly NOT to incite such a vigorous discussion as the one taking place between Symposium and Downunder. I simply wanted to share my enthusiasm about how a relatively inexpensive tweak to my analog front end has quite noticeably elevated my enjoyment of listening to LP's. I just think that it's very cool that, in our hobby filled all kinds of super-expensive accessories, a simple $50 investment can reap such a happy result.

I certainly hope that Symposium and Downunder can "kiss and make up," and that we can all continue to enjoy the music. We share a wondeful hobby, where great thrills can be had by spending anywhere from a few dollars to many thousands. Let's all share our excitement politely, with grace and dignity. HAPPY LISTENING !!