Isolation stands: snakeoil?


I understand that turntables are uniquely effected by vibrations due thier sensitivity to that kind of energy. But here’s the thing: most turntables, especially decent ones, have vibration control measures built into them via footers and various construction techniques. So, the question is: are turntable stands / shelves with isolation features actually beneficial or are they just horrendously overpriced accessories for audiophiles?
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The expense of isolation stands is often, but not always, a function of the resonant frequency and to some extent appearance. 
Vibration damping or isolation products make a very significant difference in the sound.  The thing is, so many believe "more" is necessarily better; I have not found that to be the case.  There can be too much, which results in a dry, lifeless and analytically clean and non-musical sound.  So, it is like so much else in audio, a matter of taste and tuning and experimentation.  I don't know of any magic formula.
Turntables are sensitive to vibration which affect the sound and performance, more so than any other audio component.    

Some products/solutions solve the problem better and for less cost than others.   So not all solutions created equal.  


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