Stack Audio Auva Isolator

I received my 3x EQ CSA 2’s yesterday; they came with wafer-thin, rubber like discs I assumed to sit on top of the EQ’s and act as a protection for the underside of the component, and/or to prevent slippage? I used them as such anyway

To be honest, even after reading and watching reviews, I thought the EQ’s would have an affect, but I tend to temper my expectations these days on tweaks like these, expecting maybe a slight improvement in separation within tracks, but nothing earth shattering.

I tried the EQ’s as a test to determine whether it would be worthwhile to go for the more expensive Auva 70’s for my speakers.

With the 30 day return option, seemed like a no brainier, plus I’m in the UK, so not much hassle to return if I wasn’t convinced.

Anyway, I’ve put aside my scepticism; these innocuous looking pucks seem to be the real deal.

I only had a chance to listen for about 40 minutes last night, but the change was immediate; greater separation as I thought, plus individual track components seem to be better locked in place within the sound stage. Vocals were the biggest noticeable in my short session; they seemed to come forward out of the plane of my speakers considerably. Which I find desirable.

I’ll be listening more over the weekend, but for now; yep, I’m in. These seem to be a worthwhile investment.

Forgot; I’ve put them under my Pontus 😊

painter24,

The Stack Audio products are one of the best bang for the bucks out there. Great product and service, and fast shipping to the USA too!

Soon, I will be comparing a set against the Critical Mass Footers. Which are way more expensive.

ozzy

@ozzy thanks Ozzy. I think you're right on both fronts; great product, reasonable price. Josh at Stack Audio was really attentive, over multiple emails, fast shipping, great customer service. I'll definitely be going back for more EQs and the Auva 70s

Looking forward to reading your comparison with the Critical Mass footers 👍

I did a comparison of the EQs and the Critical Mass CMS2s under my RCM Theriaa phono stage. The Critical Mass were better. More clarity at both frequency extremes and a deeper soundstage with sharper images. As much as I wanted the EQs to be equivalent or better given the amount of money I would save, the CMS were clearly better. As they should be, at many multiples of the price of the EQs. For their price, the AUVA EQs are indeed very good.

Products such as these made with right angles sitting on points that have only one angle are inferior. Like a speaker in a box with no analysis or path to reduce baffle step or diffraction on any exterior surface in sight. Certainly none out of sight. That be the box Bob. Tom D