Lovan audio racks....and other racks.....

The best racks I ever owned were the old Zoethecus units. I regret ever selling these...

For small (3-4 shelf) units I have had pretty good luck with the Salamander Archetype racks, the ones with the screw thread leg posts. They are a PITA to setup, but they are pretty good if you don't overdo it. They definitely require the optional spike feet on carpet.

Timbernation makes great stuff - very pretty and well-made. I have used his racks for audio shows in the past. The problem is that his solid construction makes the shelves highly resonant. You will need some sort of damping or isolation treatment for most analog gear.

Lovan racks are pretty good for the price, but you can do better. I have used the three-legged racks before (I don't remember the model and ended up throwing out the thin shelves. I cut some oversize cutting boards (from Bed Bath & Beyond) to fit and sat them on small sorbothane domes. It worked out pretty well as I recall.

Everyone....thanks for all your insight. Anybody else...feel free to chime in.
Thanks,
Jeff

I have Lovan racks and think they are great, especially the availability of different heights. However, be warned, delivery time can be very long on some items. So, if you want to go that route, check the delivery times.

After 3.5 years of upgrading I think I'm done. So its time to get a nice rack. The Timbernation racks suit my tastes and the possibilities are endless. I talked to Chris the builder and he is building one from scratch with custom paint and stain that will ship out by mid week. The cost is extremely reasonable and he uses real wood. No doubt in my mind this will be the best choice.

I bought a Salamander Synergy 40 audio rack with the metal perforated side panels and pull out shelf for my laptop. I am very satisfied. Total cost was under 800.00