TT on Symposium Super Segue - slate or maple underneath?


I've gotten a Super Segue for my VPI Avenger. I have various things on hand I can place under the Symposium. I wasn't sure if a 3" thick maple block would work better than a 1/2" thick piece of slate. The whole thing will be sitting on top of my wooden equipment rack. I know ideally I should try both to see what sounds better, but hauling a 70+ pound TT on and off shelves for listening tests (not to mention moving a 3" thick maple block around) can be a bit of a pain. I'm hoping someone here has had some experience with what they've felt works best under a Segue, so I could try that first.
tonyptony

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Unfortunately, your ultimate goal won't be met until you tried EVERY suggestion here and whatever article you read. Even then, it may be subtle and definitely subjective.

Scientifically proven fact and  anectdotal experience aren't going to determine what your ears like.

That said, years ago, I tried the ridiculously priced 4" Mapleshade slab/pads underneath my VPI. It does create a convincing,difficult to describe,something vs. nothing.  It also looks kinda cool since  I have a cheapie $150 Sanus stand supporting everything .

I also have the brass footers under the table. A set of the black footers would look sharp under the Prime. I read somewhere stuff like the Stillpoints do magic as well.