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Isolation footers for ATC SCM100A

I just purchased a used pair of ATC 100A speakers, and they come with the manufacturer’s iron OEM stands.  On my current pair of ATC 40 towers, I’m using Herbie’s threaded Stud Glider footers for decoupling.

I’m considering using the Stud Gliders with the 100s, tapping thread holes into the stand bottoms, and perhaps also employing sorbothane pads where the speakers contact the stands.

Does that sound like a reasonable approach?  Or would there be an alternate way to use the Herbie’s footers?  Any advice welcome.

Thanks,

JAMES

jimboman
jimboman OP
111 posts
 

Thanks @buellrider97 for the info re your process, and the thread, which I've also been following.  I will definitely reach out to Stack Audio and Tough Nut to see what they recommend regarding the stands, etc.

And thanks @pindac for the note about the Resin board.  Will check out the link.

@curiousjim, thanks for reminding me to mention that the speakers will sit on a bamboo hardwood floor, on top of a concrete slab.  In this setup, I found the Herbie's Stud Gliders helped to focus the bass nicely.

Best,

JAMES.

jsalerno277
398 posts
 

Over 45 years I have tried spikes (‘80s), decoupling spring and bearing loaded footers (90s), and decoupling platforms (‘00s).  As a technology, platforms gave me the best performance.  The best I have found and my current reference is Townsend Seismic Platforms.   Read reviews and webpage claims regarding improvements in SQ. I can verify all are true. There are others on this forum use them as well, and I do not remember anything but positive comments.  Customer service was very helpful in sizing and specifying the right model for my speakers.  

harryhoodlum
4 posts
 

I’ve used Gaia's and Herbie’s with ATCs previously, but have settled on Stack Audio’s Auva’s and have been pleased with performance, price, and appearance. 

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