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Townshend Pods - How many do I actually need per component for max effectiveness?

Hello,

 

Experiences from actual users would be greatly appreciated. I have a phono preamp (28lbs), amp (100lbs), linestage (20lbs), and potentially a DAC (6 lbs) that I am looking to get pods for. 

 

Should I get 4 per component or would 3, or even 2 work just as well/better? If anyone can share their experiences with the pods and experimenting with the number they used and what it did to the sound, I’d be thankful.
 

 

drack1
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noromance
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3 is generally considered the most stable and best sounding.

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noromance
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The 6 pound DAC might be too light as some compression is needed. You might try them under a heavier support. Have you tried Nobsound springs? They're a lot cheaper and work well.

drack1 OP
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Do you have any experience with this or is 3 something you’ve read about? 
 

Thanks for the response.

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Yes. Check my Virtual System. I have 3 Nobsounds on everything. The Townshends are reportedly somewhat better as they are more damped. I tried damping the Nobs but preferred them loaded to 30% with no damping. There are a few threads on the subject including mine. https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/springs-under-turntable

drack1 OP
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Haven’t tried Nobsounds, only Isoacoustics Orea, which have made a positive impact. I have someone interested in buying my Orea’s and figured I’d try Townshends.

As for the lightweight DAC (6lbs), they make an AA size which is for 1.5lbs - 2.8lbs.

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