Wilson Spikes

Nope, I'm not joking, thankfully, the dealer I bought them from had only forgotten them and forwarded them when I reminded him.

It does strike me as very steep though....

Since the spkr. is expensive, it follows that so will be the spikes. This is known as "banging the customer out". Generous amts. of KY help.

No surprise here.
That's why an oil change is $179 on a Porsche.
Plus tax.

Gregm, that was really funny!! LOL.

Dmurfet, I don't know if Wilson or many other component manufacturers claim much if anything about the mechanical diodes (spikes) they make and/or sell with their products.

I wouldn't be surprised if some to many install them for looks, to hope for sonic gains, and/or to simply give the impression that they realize the performance gains from certain resonance engery transfer methodologies.

If they did realize the often times incredible sonic potential of superior vibration control methodologies, one would think the mfg'er would certainly make mention of the product and technology and performance gains that can be had when properly executed. And not just mention it as a footnote if anything at all.

If they (any mfg'er) ain't saying much about the technology that may very well be an indication that they don't have much to say.

Just remember that like all speakers or amps or cdp are not created equal, neither are the mechanical diodes.

-IMO

I had Wilson MAXX and for what you pay for the MAXX you would think the spikes would be high quality, but they aren't. I love Dave Wilson and Wilson speakers, so I am not critizing his product overall, but the spikes on the MAXX and the WAtt/Puppy need upgrading. I purchases some brass custom Audio Points that were more solid and gave better rigidity than the Wilson spikes; and to me improved the sound. They are worth the money! Check them out at www.audiopoints.com Don't spend the money they are asking for Wilson's spikes, they aren't worth it.