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Audio rack options

A while back I helped a friend, a budding audiophile, put together an audio system that he really likes. Now, in remodeling his living room, the interior designer recommends putting the components on a floating shelf, one to be constructed on the wall behind the speakers.

Is this a good idea? I'm afraid it will compromise the sound by not effectively isolating the integrated amp and CD player. Am I wrong?

I've recommended an audio rack (I love my DIY IKEA rack) but the designer seems somewhat resistant to that solution, although the idea is negotiable.

Would using isolation devices (Vibrapods, a maple butcher block, etc.) make a floating shelf practical?

He really enjoys his system and would be very unhappy if a floating shelf degraded the sound of it.

Thanks for any suggestions.

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Topic - Audio rack options - psgary 14:06:22 02/14/23 (17)
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