Geoffkait, that's very interesting. Where can I find information on the type of platform you describe?
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Vibration isolation an issue in a concrete basement
Do I need vibration isolation if the room is seriously stable? If so what would I try? My listening environment is a nicely finished basement that is 22 X 26 X 8. Concrete floors and 3 of the walls are concrete. There is a mix if gypsum ceiling and suspension ceiling with heavy acoustic tiles. Insulated 2x4 wall construction with gypsum board and thick carpet on the floor. Speakers are spiked thru the carpet. My stereo cab is a very heavy wooden media unit. You can jump up and down on the floor and pound on the walls and no vibration seems to be generated. At least none that that anyone can hear so far. In my last house the floors were weak and caused problems. Isolation was key. It feels weird not to have any now. Should I be looking elsewhere for areas to tweak In this house? I have not explored much in the way of room acoustic treatment yet but I have stuff on order. I'm in love with the sound but always looking for improvements. You all know that addiction I'm sure. Advice is appreciated.
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Without promoting myself too much 😛 my company specializes in vibration isolation solutions at down to Earth prices. For turntables, CD players, subwoofers, etc. Just determine number of springs required according to total mass. 40-50 lb takes 4 Springs. Will yield about 2 Hz performance ideally. Same basic idea for any audiophile type iso stand. http://machinadynamica.com/machina25.htm |
Hello vinylfan62, We recommend addressing the AC as a priority otherwise you may never know what the sound system is actually capable of in performance. Installing acoustic products can easily devalue performance much the same as improve the environment where if not careful you could find yourself navigating a two Way Street blindfolded. Clean power increases dynamic headroom across the entire electronics package. Headroom relates directly to increasing component operational efficiency resulting in a greater presence of musical qualities. We have no skin in the game when it comes to power related products - only hands on experience and a willingness to share information. Concentrate on the audible portion of the system prior to the inaudible seismic thing that always shows up on this forum. Inaudible mini earthquakes are not the largest of issues concerning environmental sound quality. Increasing the operational efficiency of your components and loudspeakers first and foremost will lead to lesser monies spent on other issues that may or likewise - may not exist. Disclaimer: I am not here to debate anyone, especially those who are concreted in the old seismic ways of understanding sound reproduction as that topic has been beaten to death many times over on this forum. Our solution is much simpler than pounding the computer keyboard in argumentative fashion. Anyone can telephone us and ask any questions concerning sound. We will provide answers based on engineers opinions, testing methodologies, product knowledge and nineteen years experience speaking to listeners on a daily basis. We learn from sharing the wisdom of others and are skillful at solving audio and audible related issues with a focus on sonic improvement. AC distribution is extremely vital for good sound. Thank you for your time, Robert Star Sound |
audiopoint wrote, ”Disclaimer: I am not here to debate anyone, especially those who are concreted in the old seismic ways of understanding sound reproduction as that topic has been beaten to death many times over on this forum.” >>>>Send in the 🍑🤡 Hey, whatever became of your “seismologist,” Bobby? My guess is she ran as fast as her little legs would carry her. 🏃♀️Seismic vibration has been discussed here many times. And still you didn’t learn anything, |
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