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Gallo Reference 3.x Stands...

There has been some discussion of this topic in a few unrelated threads, so I figured it deserved it's own.

I had tried concrete blocks from The Home Depot with moderate improvement. First I used 1 block roughly 8"x15"x3.5" laying flat, I then used two on edge, to bring the lift to 8". I'm in the process of implementing my own custom solution, built from 3/4" MDF. Details to follow.

Please post your solutions and what changes they brought to your system here, so that there can be a complete reference in one place for all to learn from.
barry_e_cohen
goatwuss
875 posts
 
Has anyone tried the Mapleshade stands? I am strongly considering purchasing a pair of 3.1's this weekend, and I'm looking into stands. The Mapleshade ones look pretty nice, though they are a bit pricey.
barry_e_cohen OP
83 posts
 
Well Casouza, I've auditioned 10.25" stands and I approve of those ;~)
Also, if you'd read my post, you'll see that I not only raised my sound-stage, but increased it's width and depth.
bostonbean
241 posts
 
Goatwuss, I am also trying to find out more about the Mapleshade stands. I am thinking they will solidify the bass, especially at higher volumes.
likecoiledsteel
33 posts
 
I use the custom Sound Anchor Gallo stands. I like them a lot because they are really heavy and provide excellent support for the 3.1's. They are cast iron I believe and give a similar height to the Mapleshade stands.

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=805768&page=4

scroll down a little past halfway on the page for the pics.
Steel
barry_e_cohen OP
83 posts
 
Steel, do the References mount to the Sound Anchors, or just sit on top of them?
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