Thick 2" maple amp platform--couple or isolate?

This is what Chris made for me. I have one for each monoblock...four in all.
http://timbernation.com/Images/mbox.jpg

Is it the best thing out there? No idea. They work well for me, were reasonably priced IMO, come in any size I want, and the amps won't move even when my 170lb. English Mastiff decides to show off like a rodeo bull in front of the system.

I guess I should mention that I have no affiliation with Timbernation. Just a satisfied customer who likes playing in sandboxes.

Howard, I have seen those before. Nice!

If a 170lb. English Mastiff or small Mongolian Cavalry Pony can't budge your amps, those Timbernations platforms must be solid.

Dig around a bit in the sandbox and you may find some toys Marco left behind.

That's a great question, Krell_man. I opted for unfinished but only because I preferred that look. I know that Chris at Timbernation finishes many of his amp stands. Ask him, but I think his finshed stain leaves only the thinnest of layers on the surface, so the amp feet would not slide.

KrellMan,

From what I've read, some people don't like to use things like tung oil which looks great but seeps into the wood, thus "deadening" it and affecting the sound.

I've heard people say a varnish, shellac or a poly coating might be better, and I think you can add a bit of stain to those before applying them.

These are all ideas I haven't tested myself, but have just heard about. Hopefully some of the woodworkers and master carpenters will chime in. I have great respect for these artisans and craftsmen.