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Best Equipment Stand

I have a rather large system sitting on a less than ideal audio rack.  I'm currently using a  Salamander Synergy series with five shelves (including the bottom) supporting the following components from top to bottom:

1) Michell Gyro SE (turnable);
2) Pass Labs X-Ono (phono pre-amp);
3) Michell power supply (really empty for all intents and purposes;
4) Pass Labs X-1 (pre-amp);
5) Oppo 105 (digital source); and
6) Magnum Dynlab MD-108 (tuner).

On the ground flanking the system I have Pass Labs XA100.8s, Magnepan (2) DWMs and 3.7i.  Everything is on hardwood floors.

The reason I say that it is less than ideal is that foot falls can set the Gyro moving and often cause skipping.  I'm looking for something far more stable (rigid?) than the Salamander.  

Other considerations to keep in mind, first, the floors aren't necessarily level, so being able to adjust the level is important.  Second, including everything in the rack would be nice but not necessarily important.  Third, I would prefer NOT to separate the turntable to another wall or room.  Fourth, cost is a consideration.  I've been scratching the upgrade itch for a while now and have made significant recent investments.  Dedicated outlets, upgraded amps, upgraded audience cabiling and of course lots of music.

With all of this in mind, do you have any recommendations for a better audio racks.  The ultimate goal is making the Gyro as happy as I can.

Thanks,

Tom


tgonzales
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lalitk
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Check out Core Audio Designs.  Arnold is a great guy to work with and he can customized component rack to your specific needs. 

http://coreaudiodesigns.com/products/component-racks/

You may end up spending bit more than 2K budget but they are built for life and future expansion possibilities are unlimited.  Last year, Arnold built me a quad 85" wide two level rack, weighing 480 pounds.  It's a work of art! 
chayro
3,026 posts
 
I don't think any rack is going to solve a springy floor problem.  Put the table on a wall shelf.  
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falconquest
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You simply can't beat solid maple for an audio rack in my opinion. I was very fortunate to work with a good friend who does high end woodwork to design and build my own solid maple rack. It has 4 shelves spaced just right for my gear and is 4' wide so it holds lots of components. If you don't know anyone who can build one for you, I would check out Timber Nation. http://www.timbernation.com/ They can make anything you want. It may not hit your price point but as lalitk said, it is something that is built for life!
tgonzales OP
30 posts
 
Thanks for the recommendation of Core Audio.  Stunningly beautiful which would compliment the Eames chairs that I have in the room.

I agree that a wall shelf would be the best solution.  The bay window to the rear of the room precludes a simple job.  One of the side walls is out of question as well due to fireplace and windows on one side.  The large footprint of the Magnepans plus DWMs makes the other side difficult.

If push comes to shove, I could move the X-Ono and Gyro to the far wall and run a very long XLR to the X-1. I would like to avoid that if I could, but it's not completely out of the question.  The cost of really long Audience 24AU SE XLR may be more than the cost of a good rack.

If I were go the wall shelf route, what would you suggest?
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varyat
146 posts
 
I am a big fan of a wall shelf for your turntable- even with a solid floor. I have had many but currently use a Vulkan Wall shelf from Tiger-Paw audio ( a UK manufacturer ). Best shelf I have ever used by far and would fit your Gyro perfectly. Reasonable pricing as well. Google the manufacturer and the site will lead you to the US supplier. Good luck!
ATB,
Mark

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