I have a five shelf version as well. There was a basic version and a deluxe version. The deluxe version has the 1.5 inch thick MDF shelves which is what mine is. The standard version rack had 1.0 inch shelves I think. There were also optional heavy duty brass spiked feet. The rack is very solid and the infinite spacing for the shelves is a big plus. I would characterize it as a good sounding rack, not the best but well above entry level. It is a better sounding rack than the Polycrystal unit I have. I got suckered by the magazine reviews on that one. I don't recall the price either but I would guess mine came in around 600.00-700.00. Overall, I would recommend it.
