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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!
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 I also have a VPI turntable rack. I have a large 3" thick maple cutting board as a top and the legs are filled with sand. I have spikes between the cutting board and stand. My Clearaudio Innovation Wood sits on top.

 I am in the midst of a cross country move and temporarily moved my turntable to the top of my Zoethecus rack. It was a nightmare. You had to tip toe if you went anywhere near the rack. The VPI is rock solid and vibration is not a concern. The only way I would use a maple rack for my turntable again is with a lab type vibration table on top. That said, I really like a maple rack for my tube gear. I had a SolidSteel rack for a while and the Zoethecus was a huge upgrade.

If it were me, I would look for a second VPI stand for the second table.

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