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Any good equipment racks that are afordable?

Ok I will just admit it up front that I don't want to spend $3,000 for a equipment rack....got that off my chest. Are there any good racks 3 or 4 shelves that are in the $700 to $1,500 range that sound good and are recommended? I would rather spend my money on equipment than furniture. Thanks!!
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roxy54
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Notec,
The rack is holding up just fine. If you visit the website, you will see that they believe in damping any possible "ringing" in the granite by bonding it to MDF with a special elastomer. The adjustability of the shelves is great, and I have to say that I think that it's a good looking rack in a masculine sort of way. I'm happy, and again, if you have been looking at other good racks, I think that it seems relatively inexpensive.
notec
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I'm of the mind now to buy a cheap rack (sub $100) and put solid isolation platforms (BDR Shelf's) under select pieces (TT/Amp) and call it good.
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tpreaves
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I built my rack using aluminum extrusions and other parts from 8020,inc. This same company supplies parts to some of the expensive rack makers named in some of the above posts.DIY is very rewarding and saves you hundreds of dollars.You don't need specialized tools or equipment to build a nice rack.
notec
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Tpreaves - that's one good looking DIY rack!

I've currently got a $70 Target (the store) rack with various isolation platforms under sources (TT/DAC) that my gear sits on. Sounds great...
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