Necessary Attire


Every audiophool needs a pair of these to wear when evaluating components at your local dealer.

http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/ctd/product.asp?sku=WX%2D173

These will spike the listener to the floor ensuring a solid foundation ;^)
elgordo
I use a sterotactic frame for the skull, like they use for brain surgery, mounted to a one ton military surplus rocket sled seat when listening critically. But those spikes pressing into my head give me a headache after awhile.

However, the soundstaging and imaging are superb!
Nrchy: Are the spikes facing "out" of the concrete seat or "out" of the seat of the pants??? BIG difference : ) Sean
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Actually i'm looking for a concrete chair and trousers with spikes in the seat. Preferably facing out!
Decidedly retro and low tech, suitable only for listening to vintage gear. You really need to step up to a pair of these:

http://www.grivel.com/products/ra.php?ope=scheda&lang=en&cod=77.31

You'll notice they provide both stereo and mono versions. The detachable spur on the back is presumably for surround sound.
Keep it simple: Just nail your feet to the floor. Superglue also works well -- you'll never be out of the sweet spot ;-) Hmmm, bed of nails for sub-woofers -- could work.
I just use my golf shoes with metal spikes. A bed of nails works well for evaluating subwoofers.