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Measuring Vibration in Equipment

There are alot of threads on shelf material and tweeks that cut down on vibration. Is there a device that measures this vibration? I think I remember of hearing of such a tool before my audiophile days for testing crates for shipment but I cant remember what it was called. In The Complete guide to Home Audio they suggested using a stethescope. Has anyone tried this?
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sean
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I was recently wondering about this myself. I would LOVE to be able to conduct some tests dealing with this subject. Sean
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vtvu
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I used a stethoscope to listen to the walls while I played a test disc of the different frequencies through my system to hear where the most vibration is at what frequencies. Works pretty well to identify trouble spots to treat.
Never used it on racks, etc. though.
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lak
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I wonder if a large well marked (graduated) compass would work? It would be crude but maybe useful?
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