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Speakers On Wheels?

Hi All,

Unfortunately I have to move again and the best I could do, is a large studio space on the fourth floor of a 1930’s era building in a sketchy part of town. This should dispel any notion that all audiophiles are wealthy. The most difficult part of this move will be to get Quad 2905 ESL’s up four flights of stairs without banging them around. I was thinking that I would really like to put the Quads on wheels when they’re in the apartment, so that I could back them up against the wall when not using them and then bring them forward and into place when I want to listen to them. It’s of course important that I mark where the speakers need to be when it’s listening time. Also, I may choose to add a large floor rug so that in itself presents another logistical challenge. Any ideas or recommendations in order to make my life somewhat easier is greatly appreciated. 
Thanks!

goofyfoot
erik_squires
15,868 posts
 

I think it's better to have a system you can live with than one you cannot.

If they have footers, investigate the thread size, you may be able to get wheels that slip right in.

jon_5912
585 posts
 

I just did this today when putting a floor down.  I had made some rolling stands when I was living in a cramped space with little kids.  A couple of 2 foot square pieces of plywood and some little wheels from Home Depot and my speakers are mobile.  At the time I was making cages to prevent damage, it's very possible you could get wheels that screw right into existing threads.  

erik_squires
15,868 posts
 

If you end up building a base, check out butcher block acoustics.  They sell some very solid maple blocks that you could use as a starting point.

goofyfoot OP
1,326 posts
 

@erik_squires and @jon_5912 

Sorry I totally forgot to add that I have four cones threaded into the bottom of my Quads and they sit in titanium disks. They sound better this way than any other option. So I was thinking of a way I might be able to use this same setup but on a dolly of sorts. I would just prefer to make it a little more stylish than a dolly used for utilitarian functions. Also, a dolly that could absorb vibrations although that’s what the titanium disks are for. @erik_squires My entire stereo does take up a lot of space however I can make it work either way. I’m dealing with close to a thousand square feet. Selling what I have for a smaller stereo is certainly out of the question.

soix
8,820 posts
 

I’d try these Herbies Gliders before resorting to wheels.  They make it easy to slide your speakers around, and many people also report significant improvements in sound as well.  I think they offer a return policy so not much to lose in trying.

https://herbiesaudiolab.com/products/threaded-stud-glider

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