Weights on top of equipment to dampen vibration

I still have a couple of VPI magic bricks. They are very well made, and look kind of sexy. I remember when they came out, a buddy and I were trying to tell by AB comparisons whether they made any difference. We decided it was important to be able to see them on the equipment in order to get the full effect. (But that was in the dark ages of the 80's; equipment is much more sensitive now.)

We developed on our own "magic towels," thereafter. You covered the top 1/3 of your dynamic speakers with them whenever the speakers seemed too bright. They were amazingly effective.

musicfile, you might want to check the Mapleshade website as they have some choices of brass weights (2 sizes) . I actually use them right now like them quite a bit and am considering upgrading to their micropoint brass weights. One interesting thing about the Mapleshade weights is that they have tiny points to minimize contact with the components to lessen reflection/interaction of resonance I think.

I just keep piling one component on top of the other. Depending mood,
sometimes its better on top, for a change....

Interesting way to control that vibration.

go to a scrap metal shop. you may be able to purchase lead, copper and brass. i bought lead weights several years ago. i have a number of lead objects varying in weight.

if anyone is interested in purchasing any, let me know.