Stack Audio Auva Isolator

My recollection of when I owned Focal’s and installed the Townshend podiums was that the improvement was revelatory. So, I wonder how the Stack Audio Auva 100’s would compare to the Townshend’s? However, I won’t ever be able to find out because of the shape and weight of my present speakers.

I now have had a couple of days with the Stack Audio Auva 100’s and I think I can make some observations / comments comparing them to the Iso-Acoustics Titans. I should add that my speakers, Clarisys Minutes, are full ribbon and the dealer claims that the cabinets/frame do not vibrate and after-market footers should have no effect. But I did notice positive improvement with the Iso-Acoustics Titans anyway.

The Auva 100’s arrived very quickly from England in a rather nice wooden box(s) and were very easy to install.

Appearance wise, they are plain looking compared to the Titans.

Physically, they are a little shorter but wider than the Iso-Acoustics Titans. And I did install the spikes, just as I did with the Titans.

First off, I do think there is a short settling period. At least with my speakers, which weigh 230 lbs. each. Lighter speakers might react quicker.

Sound Quality: What it’s all about isn’t it? The sound quality differences that I have observed compared to the Iso-Acoustics Titans is there seems to be a little deeper bass and perhaps more depth, more of the image comes from the middle, between the speakers. But it does sound very natural.

Overall, a positive improvement, and I’m glad I purchased them.

ozzy

@ ozzy

Thanks for the update! I primarily listen to acoustic string instruments and some jazz and feel much less cabinet interactions, giving me a more spacious and dimensional soundstage after installing the AUVAs. 🎵🎶

Wig

Just ordered the AUVA 100's. I will compare them to Podiums. Josh sent me a discount code that is good for this week, saved $91.86. The 30 day return may be of use. We will see.

Wig,

Thanks. I agree! BTW, it looks like in your system page you had the Iso-Acoustic footers,

nwres,

I am interested in your comparison.

ozzy

I've been looking at the Auva EQ's for my components/rack and Puritan 156. I have Solid Air Audio - Dark Stars (UK company) under my ATC SCM40's, but from the comments here, I maybe looking at the Auva 70's or 100's

I have an old suspended wooden floor, with a layer of Oak floor panelling over the top; wondering which model would be more beneficial