Speaker/Equipment Placement

I highly recommend Jim Smith's book " Get Better Sound" which answers this question and many more. Long story short he is adamant that the rack not go between the speakers.

BTW there is a thread on the book with many positive reviews running now.

Never put your turntable between the speakers. Find a way to keep it completely out of the direct and indirect sound waves. You will be surprised on how much the table rig will 'ring', all parts of it.

Also...don't place the rack DIRECTLY IN FRONT of a speaker(as some like to do).

Thanks very much for all for your comments and suggestions. I have seen Jim Smith's book recommended several times in these forums. I will definitely check it out.

While reality demands that I integrate my music and home theater into the existing household environments, I look forward to someday having a dedicated listening area- without compromise.

Well that would be really unreal right?