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Opinions Please - Which Turntable Rack is Better

I am moving into a new stereo room, and will consolidate my 2 channel system and headphone system, which will require space for two VPI turntables. I am currently using the VPI Turntable Stand (older 3 shelf version) with a 4.5" thick bright star audio sandbox directly under my Classic Signature. The rack legs are filled with lead shot for added damping, and I've been using oak shelves with a 2" thick bright star audio sandbox under my Hovland HP-100 Preamp with MC phono. I have no complaints about the VPI rack other than needing extra space for the second table. First world problems....

I'm considering a 48" wide tiger maple stack rack from Timbernation. Can anyone speculate as to whether the move to a tiger maple rack will be a downgrade, sidegrade, upgrade?  I have been thinking about adding 4" tiger maple isolation platforms on top of the timbernation rack with BDR cones/pucks to get extra isolation directly under each turntable. Seeking opinions please! Thank you in advance!
cbl117
cbl117 OP
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noromance, no the rack will be on the side wall.  Only amp stand between speakers.
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noromance
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See mine in VS. I plan to replace it with a 2x2 paving slabs and bricks.

chayro
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I don't think there is any way to predict which shelf will sound better.  When I had my Linn, it sounded best with a glass shelf on the Naim rack, but MUCH better with a Neuance platform on the wall shelf.  My Basis sounds best with a Corian shelf on the wall shelf.  Every platform will color the sound to some degree and you just have to try it to see what you prefer.  
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