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AFFORDABLE HIGH VFM RACKS - Opinions Please...

HAPPY NEW YEAR! I am hoping to finally upgrade my rack to an audiophile one - posted in this forum as the TT will be on the top shelf and vibration control there essential.

I'll need a 5-shelf rack about 22x18in great value for money, at around 1500 USD.

I am looking at Mapleshade, Steve Blinn, Core audio, Adona, Timbernation but also looking at the used market...would a used Zoethicus (or however it's spelled) be a 'better sounding' (yeah, you know what I mean ;-) alternative you think?

If you have any experience of any of these or similar racks and or have any advice - please let me know...MANY THANKS!
go4vinyl
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geoffkait
23,365 posts
 
Some folks say striking maple with a small hammer makes it ring. I say don't strike it with a hammer.
schubert
7,386 posts
 
Just put a speaker on maple platform, very obvious.
schubert
7,386 posts
 
Quad just sounded like no rack, very neutral, was about $ 600 I belive , 4 shelves,
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elinor
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I have owned a four shelf Adona for quite a few years. It's a big value at its asking price for the basic model. You can go up the price scale depending on which stand you choose.

The Mapleshade is very much like the Walker Proscenium Stand except less expensive. I am very familiar with the Walker. While it is a good stand, it may not be ideal for unsuspended TTs.

My suggestion is this. Buy the basic Adona and buy a Symposium Ultra shelf for your TT which you would rest on the TT shelf of the Adona. If your TT is unsuspended the results will be fabulous. Good luck!
rockyboy
335 posts
 
I've been very happy with my 3 shelf Steve Blinn rack - attractive and sturdy. He can build a rack to your specs. Doesn't cost anything to at least give him a call and get a quote.
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