Isoacoustics overweight

From their website:

The GAIA model should be selected based on the weight that they are supporting. The weight limits we set are based on the performance curve. The GAIA perform well up to the specified weight limits, but once you are within 10% of the weight limit, we recommend using the next size up for best results. We do not recommend exceeding the weight limits of the GAIA’s or GAIA-TITAN’s.

5-10 lbs won’t make much difference whatsoever, they are conservative for optimum efficiency ,they will be fine.

I can’t speak for the Gaias use for speakers, but with the Oreas and my integrated and SACD player, going up to about 90% of the weight limit didn’t sound as good as going up to the next size and utilizing about 40-60% of the weight limit. The difference was noticeable.

I would assume that both Isoacoustic products are designed with similar values to be used.

All the best,
Nonoise

How many helium balloons would you need to lift the extra pounds?

I had the same issue with my speakers. I was looking at the first version supporting up to 220lbs, my speakers 275lbs each. Called the company to see if they would take the weight of my speakers. Too heavy but there is some room for greater weight and you should be fine at 125 lbs. I ended up purchasing the lower model of titan series supporting around 320lbs. I think you will really like the product. Best wishes. D