Question: Stands for heavy speakers

[pigmode]

I'm going to build my speaker stands today, and I think a modded version would suit your needs.

-use 3/4" MDF
-build a 4 sided pedestal to the appropriate demensions(no top, bottom)
-Screw/glue the pedestal to a wider/longer (say, 5" to 6" longer/wider for stability) flat base piece.
-screw/glue another sheet to the base to make the total thickness 11/2"
-fill with sand
-screw/glue on the top. Let the top overhang 3/4" to 1" for aesthetics.
-spikes and routed edges optional
-quick and dirty finish: Watco
-kick back, listen to some tunes, have a beer...

[Audio Redneck]

So, you like a base with a lot of mass (ie sand)?

And yes I'd like to see some pics.

[pigmode]

Originally posted by Audio Redneck
So, you like a base with a lot of mass (ie sand)?

And yes I'd like to see some pics.

Think about it. Speakers vibrate. The weight will also add to stability. I can't get the pic to load. If you email me, I'll try to attach the image.

[Audio Redneck]

Originally posted by pigmode


Think about it. Speakers vibrate. The weight will also add to stability. I can't get the pic to load. If you email me, I'll try to attach the image.

I think I see your point. The greater mass will have the most resistance to and absorbtion of vibrations - ie: better isolation?

[Dusty Chalk]

Sand is also one of the best absorbers of micro-vibration (not so sure about macro-).