I'm with Fmpnd on this topic. Having used a multitude of different isolation products, the end all answer is "It Depends". (Upon Isolation Product & Component Being treated)
Most of the products that I've used, excluding SRA, provided the greatest initial "system improvement" when first treating a source component (Turntable or Transport).
As for SRA platforms, IMO, the biggest bang will consistently come when starting with the amp(s). Treatment of tube amps is particularly dramatic. I have been systematically swapping out previous component isolation products with SRAs and am sold on their benefits. As with most tweaks, the benefits of treating multiple components will be additive, but the "law of diminishing (sonic) returns" will also be in full effect.
Previous & Current Products Tried and/or in use:
Arcici Suspension Rack
BDR Cones, Pucks, & Source Shelves
Walker Valid Points
Bright Star Platforms
SRA VR Platforms (4)- Still in use
SRA Ohio Bases (2) - Still in use
Good Luck
Most of the products that I've used, excluding SRA, provided the greatest initial "system improvement" when first treating a source component (Turntable or Transport).
As for SRA platforms, IMO, the biggest bang will consistently come when starting with the amp(s). Treatment of tube amps is particularly dramatic. I have been systematically swapping out previous component isolation products with SRAs and am sold on their benefits. As with most tweaks, the benefits of treating multiple components will be additive, but the "law of diminishing (sonic) returns" will also be in full effect.
Previous & Current Products Tried and/or in use:
Arcici Suspension Rack
BDR Cones, Pucks, & Source Shelves
Walker Valid Points
Bright Star Platforms
SRA VR Platforms (4)- Still in use
SRA Ohio Bases (2) - Still in use
Good Luck