FWIW- From Totem Forests on carpet over concrete (Totem uses this claw and ball arrangement instead of spikes), went to 2" thick Timbernation maple on heavy (18x18") Travertine tile under each Forest. Travertine directly on carpet. A definite improvement in sound. It has been quite a long time but my recollection is of increased clarity...I guess you could say better resolution. I'm not sure how much was due to the lumber vs just greater stability. While I'd love to try 'em, hard for me to justify the cost of Mapleshade plinths. Good luck with your decision. Can't speak to the difference between solid maple vs butcher block.
Solid Maple vs Butcher Block
Does anyone have any experience with solid maple vs maple butcher block? Solid maple is expensive but there is a relatively local facility that manufacturers maple butcher block that is affordable. I can get 2.875" (or thinner) maple butcher block cut to my requirements.
I am specifically looking at the butcher block for speaker stands. Now my speakers are spiked through carpet onto concrete.
But any "real" experience would be appreciated. If someone has compared the two for turntable stands or amp stands I would appreciate their observations.
I am specifically looking at the butcher block for speaker stands. Now my speakers are spiked through carpet onto concrete.
But any "real" experience would be appreciated. If someone has compared the two for turntable stands or amp stands I would appreciate their observations.