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Component racks

I am putting together a tube system and need a racking system for two turntables, and 5 tube components (pramp, 2 monoblocks, phono preamp, and cd player)and surge prtector. The only thing I know about racks is they come in a lot of flavors and can be very expensive. With tubes, they will more than likely have to be adjustable. I have two svelte shelves and two amp stands, 3 X 3 still points, 1 X 3 roller blocks and 1 X 3 roller block jr. that I am using with my current system on a wood entertainment system. Reading forums and threads has left me confused. I am open for comments and suggestions. Thank you.
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roxy54
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I like the Adona racks. They look good, sound good, and many have shelves that are infinitely adjustable
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roxy54
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11flat6,
I can only compare the Adona rack I own to the other rack that I used for many years which was a 4 shelf welded square tubular rack by Target with MDF shelves. That was a sonic improvement over my makeshift former rack, and the Adona is much better than the Target. Better meaning more stable imaging, quieter background, music seemingly more detached from the speakers. And I enjoy the much greater room for easy access, and the good looks and adjustability of the shelves.
I would also like to respectfully disagree with Notec concerning the importance of a good rack. Chosse one and drop the bucks. You won't regret it.
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