I am the biggest skeptic when it comes to tweaks. I own the Podiums for my second story speakers on a suspended wood subfloor. Tried spikes, no spikes stone with spikes and other isolation techniques. The Townshend podiums worked the best for me. I do think it's an essential component for this type of application. Not sure what the impact would be on a solid concrete floor. Just for another twist, I also enjoy the Synergistic Research HFT's in various combinations. However, I have been a critic of their fuses since in my system they blow at the rated amps. As always your experience may differ.
Boy, Oh Boy! Towshend!
OK, I have elevated my belief in isolation. For the first time I feel I have entered the Hi Fidelity zone. About 3 weeks ago I purchased the Townshend Speaker Bars. My muddy bass cleaned up, I have better imaging, clarity, precision, speed and focus. My buddy who is not not into HiFi but has followed my adventures, was blown away. He said, "OK, now I get why you do this." Best money spent!
Denon DL160 (re-tipped by Soundsmith) > Thorens TD150 > McIntosh 8900 > ALK Extreme Slope in Klipsch Belles. Just another step in the long journey, but a Giant Step for my enjoyment. My system took a large enough step forward that I am drawn into listening to all of my 2K plus albums again just to enjoy them in a new way. Great people to deal with too, even with Brexit messing things up. Highly recommended!
I am not associated with them in any way, just want to pass it on.
Denon DL160 (re-tipped by Soundsmith) > Thorens TD150 > McIntosh 8900 > ALK Extreme Slope in Klipsch Belles. Just another step in the long journey, but a Giant Step for my enjoyment. My system took a large enough step forward that I am drawn into listening to all of my 2K plus albums again just to enjoy them in a new way. Great people to deal with too, even with Brexit messing things up. Highly recommended!
I am not associated with them in any way, just want to pass it on.