VTI audio rack, any good?


I would like to change my audio rack and I need a 6 shelf unit with a high WAF. Price is a major concern and I really can't go more than 500.00. Since I own 2 toploading cd players, I need sufficient space between shelfs. I would need 3 shelfs to have 9 inches between them, the other two could be from 5-7 inches.

Presently I am using a Sanus audio rack but some of my equipment is stacked on top of one another so I want to alleviate that. I have been looking at various racks and found a VTI rack that uses glass shelfs supported by 4 metal tubular columns. Each shelf is claimed to hold up to 200 pounds. It comes with floor spikes. The dimensions are 50" high, 23" wide and 21" deep. My question is, is this a decent rack or should I just keep what I have? Does anyone have any suggestions in my price range? Thanks for your help.

Bob
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Showing 1 response by bryantho

For the price of VTI rack, I think they are more than decent. They are both functional and great looking in black. They are also very deep (19") and high (9") enough to fit my 110 lb tube amp. If you are looking for the best in class in quality and performance, look somewhere. As mentioned, the tubing paint are easily scratched, and the MDF shelves are not very thick.

I sand filled the tubing and legs. To further reduce vibration from the rack, I use Herbie's iso-cups and tenderfeet under my components. I think I achieve the maximum performance at a relatively low cost.