Steve-
Brass can be pricey. 5/8"-11 2ft rods are about 15.00 each. Add about 60.00/shelf for the BoosBlock, and you can see how HQ racks can add up in cost.
Stenho is right-on, on the Audio Points. they are the best. You might want to take him up on the pre-tapped ones. You won't be sorry. You also might want to look at his DIY efforts too. He has some very good ideas in rack design.
As for the sound differences: In my situation, with my system, and my room, the all granite rack seemed bright, almost "ringy' in presentation. Even though it was rock solid (pun intended) and looked "mahvelous", I prefer the warmer, darker results with the gear on maple/brass. YMMV.
Brass can be pricey. 5/8"-11 2ft rods are about 15.00 each. Add about 60.00/shelf for the BoosBlock, and you can see how HQ racks can add up in cost.
Stenho is right-on, on the Audio Points. they are the best. You might want to take him up on the pre-tapped ones. You won't be sorry. You also might want to look at his DIY efforts too. He has some very good ideas in rack design.
As for the sound differences: In my situation, with my system, and my room, the all granite rack seemed bright, almost "ringy' in presentation. Even though it was rock solid (pun intended) and looked "mahvelous", I prefer the warmer, darker results with the gear on maple/brass. YMMV.