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ACDC Back in Black.
I have the original pressing. The 180 gram and 2012 or so CD. 
Cheap Speaker "Isolation" Solution for 300 lb. Speaker
Herbies Audio Lab has some nice spike cups and large anti-resonant round dots 
DIY speaker isolation base for a wood floor
Thanks audiozenology. I'm going through the myriad of springs Fastenal carries. So I should pick one that approaches its max spring capacity? They do have some in stock that has a mx bearing of 57 lbs each. Should I get those? 
DIY speaker isolation base for a wood floor
Speakers are 42 inches tall. 
DIY speaker isolation base for a wood floor
Thanks Geoff here is what I know.102 lb load rated springs.Spring constant 126.25 lbs per sq inch.1.375" OD x 0.177" steel wire and 2.75 " length.The slabs weigh 32 lbs and I  have fourThe speakers are around 72 lbs.I can get more when I go to tow... 
DIY speaker isolation base for a wood floor
Ok Geoff I'm trying your idea of springs and a granite slab or 2. I would assume 2 stacked would be better. I'm going with nothing in between. I'm picking up the springs Monday. I will tinker with that. I will then see if the sorbethane between th... 
Advice on whether speaker upgrade is in order
You have the amps that could make any speaker submit and play. That being said I bought some OHM 5000s in 2012 and my 4bsst did not drive them good enough. I traded up to the 14bsst and they become more dynamic. I remember a reviewer on the 7bsst ... 
Is a stereo system a tougher sale to young people?
Personally I think in 20 years our disposable income is going to be going towards the most wanted and to die for product around. Your very own personal robot!!! 
DIY speaker isolation base for a wood floor
Oh I did see that Iso Acoustics was tested. So maybe the speakers distance apart had the biggest impact. Ah I like the looks of my bases. If I say this beach is secure. This beach is secure!!!! 
DIY speaker isolation base for a wood floor
Interesting article from a snake oil sleuth. I have wondered too if the change was somewhat due to speaker height. I swear my DIY speaker isolation base made a worthwhile difference when I played Madonna's "Erotoica" and Al Stewart's "On the Borde... 
DIY speaker isolation base for a wood floor
Eureka!!!!! I have the answer!!! Suspend the speaker from the ceiling!!!! Case closed! Well NOT. Oh thanks foe the link. I have rad about half. Going back now 
DIY speaker isolation base for a wood floor
Wow there us some good points brought up here with passion behind them. Look I do appreciate the gusto behind your arguments and lets keep it respectful. There has to be someone who has access to the right measuring devices. Where is a college phy... 
DIY speaker isolation base for a wood floor
So Geoff, do you recommend me doing away with my neoprene/cork sandwich and use my two 16x16 granite slabs? 
DIY speaker isolation base for a wood floor
Thanks Geoff! I had a video of me pushing on it but couldn't download it here.  What are the dimensions and wire diameter that You sell? You are a great resource 
DIY speaker isolation base for a wood floor
Well the springs were wobbly. I didn't like it. Geoff does your springs wobble with 130lbs?