Cd players have clock and lazers prone to micro vibrations,as do lp tables prone to vibration.Amps,preamps,Everything you can do to isolate components from vibration helps.There are cheaper effective ways to do this.You just have to find out what works for you,money wise and appeal wise.Most importantantly can appreciate the differance.
The Importance of Audio Furniture
When reading reviews of electronics at trade shows I find that the Audio Racks and Stands that are used are almost never mentioned.Some noteworthy reviews show a $8000 preamp sitting in a $6000 cabinet and others show preamp's sitting atop the nightstand that came with the room.This begs the question how important is audio furniture and what are you using ?