Best Stand for Harbeth 7ES-3 Compact


I got a pair of 7ES-3 and would like to obtain a pair of solid speaker stands for them.

Which stands work better - metal or wood? I read Skylan and Target offer some models. What about Lipinski Sound stands (though I couldn't find any info. about the stands on Lipinski Sound' website)?

In addition, what's the optimal height for the stands? 18 inch or 20 inch?

Thanks.
r0817
I used custom made Target three posts with mine (19") but I'm sure the Skyland stands or Sound Anchors are equally good. Let the height be determined by your listening chair and seating position. One suggestion is to make sure the top of the stand conforms to the dimensions of the speaker so that they resist being toppled off the stand (particularly if you have kids, dogs, etc). As for amps (your other post) I found the C-7's sound really good with just about anything driving them (more so than most speakers) yet do benefit from improved amplification. I think they like more power than most people seem to believe and got the best results with a combination of at least 100 wpc solid state power with a nice tube preamp. Again, they will sound very, very good with even a decent quality integrated (better than most speakers out there) so don't feel compelled to break the bank. Good luck!
Skylan seems to be preferred for Harbeth's. I ended up getting a pair and am very happy with them. They are custom made to 20" for the 7ES-3, but I had them cut to 18 inches for me. I think Harbeth recommends 15-21 inches depending on your seating position.

Noel is a great guy and terrific to deal with.
Second both of the above; I have Target, Sound Anchors and Skylan stands for various speakers; Noel is a pleasure to work with. Atacama is also good but I am not sure about their current availability.
Yep, ol Skylans highly recommended.
Also the new Wayne Taylors-- open metal tripod style.
Nay to Sound Anchors-- don't be cruel to the C-7's.
I have the Foundation stands, and while I have nothing else to compare them to, they're working fine for me. Google Harbeth Foundation Stands.

-Bob