Myrtle wood under TT

Blueranger,given the price of the myrtle wood cubes, it doesn't make sense not to try them. We're talking about $30 at the most.
I can't tell you how something is going to sound in your system and neither can anyone else! Let your ears be your guide. You should know as well as anyone else that something can sound excellent in one system and sound like crap in another. Its about system synergy(mixing and matching components)to obtain desired sonics.
Having said that, I've tried and am currently using the myrtle cuboids with very good results. However, I'm using mine in conjunction with maple wood platforms and mapleshade isoblocks.
Ideally, turntables should be seperated from other components, not in the same rack/stand. Wall mount being much better than most other applications. If you cannot afford to, then try experimenting with other possibilities, some of which I just mentioned, thats the only way you'll know for sure.

To go even cheaper. Just go to your local lumber yard supply and check to see if they sell these. Can't imagine paying more than $2 per linear feet, if you happen to live on the west coast. These myrtle wood are produced in the Northwest states like Washington and Oregon. You could just buy a stick and cut them down to a few pieces...

FrankC

Never put your turntable directly on wood. You want mass and a dead/damped material like stone, concrete or a layered material.

Pour your own concrete base with a homemade mold. Frame the sides with wood for a finished look.

I know you're low on cash, but my advice is to get a wall shelf if possible. They're about $150 new and the difference in isolation is huge. My dog jumps down off the couch and the record doesn't skip. You're going to tear your hair out and spend as much on blocks and other things that won't work. The cheapest way is to do it right the first time. Either that or get some very soft shoes.

Would my Diamond Racing pucks be the way to go??? I have 3 with cones under pre amp???? Mike