How important is a good rack?

I have a really nice turntable and some good equipment overall.

I have it sitting in a Michael Green just a rack., It's the entry level with the thinner shelves. I noticed it's not super sturdy if I bump into it it tends to wobble. If I am playing a record it skips. I have an older AR suspension turntable and I can walk all around the rack and it doesn't. I guess what I'm wondering does a rack need to be rigid?

Some rack suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks, Scott

52tiger05-07-2015 5:13pm

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mapman Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 15,679 posts 05-09-2015 at 01:10am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete If one has the option of acoustically isolating turntable from speakers, then that is worth it for sure.
pbnaudio Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,534 posts 05-09-2015 at 02:17am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete TurnTable Wall Shelf Above is a link to a very cool Wall Shelf - made this one for a super tricked out Palatine Verdier table some years ago. Have no affiliation with the listing party. Just another option to peruse. Good Listening Peter
roxy54 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,651 posts 05-09-2015 at 02:43am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Buconero, Putting it in a closet may have some benefit with analogue, but the question would still remain, put it on what? Also, I have noticed that several posters seem to feel that a good rack is only needed for turntables. My experience has proven it to be important for digital as well, and I am sure there are others who would agree.
cerrot Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,606 posts 05-09-2015 at 11:45am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The rack is a component. It should be of the same quality as the rest of your rig.
falconquest Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 480 posts 05-09-2015 at 10:30am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete To answer your question, very important and maple seems to be the wood of choice. Maple dissipates vibration. Since I am in the midst of a complete system upgrade I knew my old wobbly Sanus rack had to go. I wanted a simple four shelf 48" wide solid maple rack but couldn't find anything without resorting to a custom built unit from a company like Timber Nation. Since a close friend is a professional wood worker I decided to build my own. As of this writing it is nearing the assembly stage. It will be solid as a rock and I anticipate it dramatically minimizing vibration over my current rack. The construction nearly eliminates fasteners since it utilizes a mortise and tenon design. I would be happy to provide feedback once it is finished. I would also recommend Timber Nation as they build custom maple racks. They advertise here quite frequently.