Thanks for the replies everyone. I did some more research after reading some of your posts, and decided that a maple rack, while heavy, will still have its own resonance, which may/may not work with my system. I have changed direction and started looking seriously at Solidsteel racks, specifically the HS-4 and HJ-4 from their Hyperspike product line.
Opinions Please - Which Turntable Rack is Better
I am moving into a new stereo room, and will consolidate my 2 channel system and headphone system, which will require space for two VPI turntables. I am currently using the VPI Turntable Stand (older 3 shelf version) with a 4.5" thick bright star audio sandbox directly under my Classic Signature. The rack legs are filled with lead shot for added damping, and I've been using oak shelves with a 2" thick bright star audio sandbox under my Hovland HP-100 Preamp with MC phono. I have no complaints about the VPI rack other than needing extra space for the second table. First world problems....
I'm considering a 48" wide tiger maple stack rack from Timbernation. Can anyone speculate as to whether the move to a tiger maple rack will be a downgrade, sidegrade, upgrade? I have been thinking about adding 4" tiger maple isolation platforms on top of the timbernation rack with BDR cones/pucks to get extra isolation directly under each turntable. Seeking opinions please! Thank you in advance!
I'm considering a 48" wide tiger maple stack rack from Timbernation. Can anyone speculate as to whether the move to a tiger maple rack will be a downgrade, sidegrade, upgrade? I have been thinking about adding 4" tiger maple isolation platforms on top of the timbernation rack with BDR cones/pucks to get extra isolation directly under each turntable. Seeking opinions please! Thank you in advance!