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What's the greatest bargain in audio racks these days?

Hi,

I'm thinking of replacing my Crate & Barrel stereo cabinet with a proper audio rack that'll take up less space, produce fewer deleterious reflections and make cable management easier. Some of the prices asked for high end audio furniture have made my head spin. 

Any suggestions for good stuff at more down to earth prices?

I should add that it needs to be sturdy enough to accommodate my SOTA Sapphire turntable (which is a heavy beast) and my Audio Note Kits "Kit 1" amp (which weighs in at around 55 pounds).

Thanks in advance!!!
rebbi
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zufan
557 posts
 
I have a Quadraspire that I heart. Can hold anything. Budget stuff may collapse with your lbs.
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gshepardbuster
620 posts
 
Timbernation makes great  racks and platforms for reasonable $$$$$.  
samhar
1,048 posts
 
Salamander Designs Archetype 5.0 is priced @, $499 !! You could change out shelves or double up and add isolation footers etc. This style rack was very popular with DIY'ers and may still be. There is one used here under accessories for $120 + $50 shipping !!! 

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tomcy6
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I second  Timbernation if you're looking for heavy solid woods like maple or walnut.  I forget the guy's name but he's in PA and will build  whatever you want.  Lots of pictures on his website.

His work is clean but it's not as fancy as the big $ racks.  Definitely heavy duty though. 

inna
7,179 posts
 
Forget about the Salamander, especially with turntable. It's really budget stuff not audiophile. Definitely not sturdy enough and resonates like hell. I am using one for now but my turntable is on the maple block which is on the floor. Good maple rack would be fine, as others said.
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