Grand Prix versus Stillpoints


Anyone compared Grand Prix Monaco to Stillpoints Component stand? In my case it would be for amps.
albertporter
Tom,

Alvin sends a template that shows how much compression is proper for the GPA dampers. Too little compression and there is not good isolation, too much compression and it looses elasticity or spring function.

Deformation can be at the instant equipment is set on the shelf if the damper is not rated for that weight. Deformation also happens over time as the damper is exhausted performing it's function.

It's actually pretty easy to use the template, you put it beside the damper in question and measure deflection. This works but admittedly one of the reasons I'm investigating the Stillpoints option. Alvin has been A+ at getting new dampers out in a speedy manner but it would be nice to have a stand that did not need periodic maintenance.

My guess in advance is there will be better and worse with the new stand. That's what usually happens in high end audio when comparing two world class products.
Are you talking about the four-leg adjustable stand.

I ordered Stillpoints four leg component with 11" arms. Link below, it's the third image down on that page.

Stillpoint image
Albert,

What is Stillpoints purchase/return policy...do you know?

Someone, some magazine that is not a subject of advertisers will... simply needs to order up a sample of all the big boys and not so big and just listen. I would lend my ear to such a collective shootout and bring along a design that neither proclaims to isolate, constrain or damp. Descriptive words that should not be used in the conductance of music production or of its reproduction.

Tom
What is Stillpoints purchase/return policy...do you know?

Up to the dealer as far as I know.