For items that do not store energy dead balls can be a really good place to start.
As far as user adjust-ability they are not top of the list but well worth the hassle for the performance they can deliver when directly supporting a TT. The curve of the ball also helps in horizontal stability this can be something spring loaded footers often struggle with when you have a really heavy TT placed on them.
Like many others here I prefer splitting the stand duties into two, a sturdy well made base stand for a DIY mass loaded sub plinth to placed on. If you level everything as you go the need for highly adjustable TT feet greatly diminishes. Cheers!
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