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Custom rack, isolation under platform vs component?

Hi all,

I build my own audio rack as pictured here:

 

I should have used wood that was thicker, as it is not super rigid. If I push on it, there is some wiggle. And if I apply some torque, there is some torsion. I believe if I bolt the platforms directly to the frame, and use the isolation under the components instead of the platform, the rack will be more rigid.

 

From your experience, do isolation feet work better under the platform, or the components? 

zpatenaude37

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carlsbad
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Either should be fine.  I like the springs under the platforms so long as they are stiff enough to handle the weight.  The higher mass will be excited less to vibrate and the springs should do a better job of isolating.

The exception would be if you listen at really high sound pressure levels so the platorms could be vibrated by sound waves. 

Jerry

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