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Floor stands for tube amps

I want to DIY. Maple cutting boards and e*ay spikes come to mind but would it be similar (and so much less expensive) to use MDF left over from an Ikea kitchen remodel? Nice "maple" veneer and very dense and heavy. The platforms would be about 12x12.

Also, should I build 4; two under my DCM Time Windows with blue tack or use threaded inserts right into the bottom of the cabinets?

Thanks.
tourtelot
buconero117
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Target makes a very reasonable price unit, if you like black. You could add your top piece and damp the top with a foam steering wheel cover which can provide great isolation when paired with the Target stands. Don't think you want to 'couple', but rather isolate.
juancgenao
64 posts
 
you should go to a Kitchen counter top shops, and have them cut two slabs of 1 1/2" solid granite, they work great very solid, and they look great, Got my on black, highly polished
like granite a lot better than maple blocks:

regards:
tourtelot OP
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Yes, I was thinking about granite counter-top material. Did you put spikes under it?

Still thinking about my speakers. I have a pair of old DCM Time Windows; still sounding VERY good. I am on a VERY tight budget, so little inexpensive tweeks will have to do for now. I was thinking of drilling spikes directly into the bottom of the cabinets, and also considering 1 1/2" MDF platforms (and Blu Tack) with spikes. Any opinions on which would work best?

D.
tsciame
88 posts
 

Cheap and easy... Bamboo craving board with halved tennis balls underneath.
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