Stillpoints under a turntable?

@tirebiter,

I'm only guessing here but I assume the Bearpaws on stringreen's TT are more useful because it's a (solid) product. Since a rim drive is a less forgiving drive as opposed to a belt, (solid) feet make more sense. 

@tirebiter,

You just described the effects of a "band aid", my friend.

At once, the addition of your "squash balls" …. seems to achieve results one is looking for. This is where some make a big mistake. 

The definition of a "band aid" in audio terms = a product that seemingly addresses a specific problem at first.. but in the end, only has no affect on the initial problem, after extensive listening.

Stillpoints, being a sort of 'ball 'n' cup' device, and given the material they are made of, defuse vibrations coming from all avenues, and expel those vibrations efficiently and effectively. This IS the difference between a brass cone and a Stillpoint product.

...….if his intention was to be helpful, he should have pointed this fact out then informed you of (his) supporting) structure.....

You just need to be careful here...….


which is why I purchase the items I believe will be helpful, then report. A novel idea that I think works.

@tirebiter 

@stringreen 's TT incorporates a rim drive. This is again, a different animal.

@tirebiter

As far as your Thorens goes, I have no experience with that TT.

As far as the VPI feet go, my Classic 3’s feet have the rubber inner insert that can be replaced with a Symposium product, but I have no experience with that. I use the Stillpoints Ultra SS feet. I had to modify the bottom motor cover plate so these would all sit snuggly to the tt’s base. I use 4 carbon fiber washers as the interface between the Stillpoints and the TT base.

My guess is the absorbent material you’ve placed between the granite slab and the rack is not ultimately a good idea. These types of "band aids" seem to trap vibrations/resonances resulting is lack of ultimate transparency/dynamics. Your ultimate solution will be a completely different support structure. I suspect the air bladder feet may serve you well with your current rack/system?

Your TNT is a different animal than my Classic 3. There are fellow members here with a lot of experience in upgrading TNT’s performance through the feet aspect. Reach out to @dgarretson , I always liked what he did with his TNT. I’m sure he’d be glad to help you.

Keep me posted as I'd love to hear about your progress.

Steve

BTW,
 so glad you were the recipient of that platter. The fact that you appreciated it's condition and knowing the plans you have...!!

Steve

@tirebiter 

My Classic 3 has completely different feet from any TNT version. I've never owned a TNT, but there are plenty of people here who have.. some who have done well in their quest in a DIY version.

I'm afraid that, when I read you're using the same cabinet/support for your tt/electronics...well...you know.

You own Lamm equipment? Hum.... You need a great TT isolation, my friend.

Steve

@tirebiter 

Hi, I think @bpoletti  said it well, except, I'd say tonal balance changes with those positives stated earlier to a degree.

I'm close to implementing my wall shelf that will accommodate my (2) tts.
I'm hoping this will be a positive thing.

@tirebiter 

How's the platter working out?

Happy Listening!

The first thig I did when I bought my VPI Classic 3 Sig SE was to replace the feet with Stillpoints Ultra SS.

Schipo: I have to strongly disagree. Any kind of rubber based material 'anywhere' in the component chain is a no-no.
It traps/stores energy, does not dissipate.