One person's opinion....wood is forgiving of vibration and is affordable. Steel is solid but you have to be careful of ambient vibrations causing ringing of the metal. For the money, go with solid wood. Good luck!
Wood v. Metal for stands. Is there a clear winner?
I'm pretty sure there is no clear cut answer. however I thought to inquire as to what most sound junkies dig best. Metal stands and racks, OR wooden products? Or a combination of the two?
My own needs revolve about a floor which is not on a solid foundation, a thin wallet, and the desire to not compromise things entirely by being cheap. so spending some in the right areas seems the right thing for me.
But items like the Isis, Pagote, Particular, and those of that 4 digit ilk are likely past me.
I'm torn between a couple wooden amp stands, in addition to the Solidsteel 5.2 or 6.2 (in pairs) to hold rotating junk on one, and preamp and DAC on the other... or is that idea overkill?
All experiences and thoughts are most welcome... and needed.
There simply must be a solidly senseible solution which doesn't bust the bank but sure holds it's own against heftier competition.
Thanks in advance.