Footers under new speakers
Hi , I’m seeking advice regarding footers and/or platforms under my speakers. I purchased Tekton Double Impact’s and have heavy shag carpet and padding over a cement slab floor. House is 35 years old, cement is thick and well cured. I’m from that old mindset of spikes into cement and I am looking for an improvement. I’ve looked online at Gaia footers and Herbie's Studded Giant Gliders. I emailed Herbie’s and specifically inquired about the studded gliders alone on the DI’s over carpet. I asked about stability and was told the speakers were “ heavy enough “. Unfortunately I just set up the DI’s temporarily to get a little break in time. They are without any footers upright on my carpet. At 115 lbs the speaker does about zero to compress the carpet. I understand weight Vs footprint is abysmal but they won’t even stand straight. I’ll probably put the spikes on for a bit until I formulate a plan. But my first concern is that Herbie’s gliders alone are not enough and due to the minimum cost of the speakers I am struggling with purchasing Gaia’s footers and footer spikes. The seismic stands look exceptional, but I’m trying to be frugal. So I’m looking for suggestions like, gliders or dots with or without spikes on wood / stone plinths spiked to the floor. My goal is to try some sort decoupling (Gliders / Springs / Dots) AND eliminate the need of having to rely on the carpet being compressed. And yes I have cheap speakers and seek a cheap solution, so I get that limitation. Unfortunately I can’t afford Tannoy’s or Fynes to compliment my 180 watt tube mono blocs for at least a year. Cheers , Mike B.
I posted before about StackAudio Auva 70 feet I use on wood floors for ease of moving due to thin felt on the bottom. Spikes are included in three sizes, select your preference, and can be added for carpet. I haven’t been able to find the forum guidelines on posting pictures but am testing something that a search showed. (That was easy if you know how it works on this forum.)
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@pindac , Thank you for your recent post. The links are very helpful and definitely give me some ideas. I’m on hold for the next two months due to my house renovations. After that I can break out my gear and get going. I’m planning on building a component rack and will incorporate some of your suggestions. Thank you , Mike B. |
@george_r , Hi thank you , your gear looks great. I pulled the trigger on the Townsend Podiums and have had them in play for about a month with great results. I exchanged a couple emails with Stack and received some good advice. I purchased a SmoothLan last week. I’m in the process of improving my WiFi signal with a new router and range extender and will add the SmoothLan. I like their spikes and will probably audition the 70’s with my other gear. I’ll be setting up a second system for my wife in the den on a glue down oak laminate floor. I plan on auditioning a few of their items. Although the Townsends are serving me well , they are pricy. I’ll be experimenting with a few home built ideas and just enjoy experimenting. You have nice gear and I appreciate your helpfulness. Respectfully, Mike B. |
