Salamander Quality

Build quality is pretty good, but you'll think you paid too much (at least I did). Still, it looks good. Styling availability is versatile, and you can improve it's audiophile capabilities by tweaking or replacing the shelves.

I'm looking at a twin 40 in maple/aluminum, maple wood sides, maple doors w/frosted glass & saturn casters. couldn't find any reviews on the twin 40, But I did find a few reviews on th single 40. There were some complaints about the the quality. I like the styling & features of the salamander synergy, but I don't want to throw $1500 at a cabinet & find defects in the workmanship of the wood etc. At the $1500 price point, you would expect a flawless piece of furniture w/no issues in workmanship & fit and finish.

When I purchased mine new via a seller on Audiogon, it arrived with a few damaged shelves. The shelves were replaced, but honestly, it was a hassle.

Eventually, everything was perfect.

It's difficult to find stereo cabinets with doors and infinitely adjustable shelves, and Salamander fit our needs, so we paid the price.

I bought a single 40 (w/side panels and glass door) around 1999 - then in 2005 I bought a single 30 in the same configuration. Both are on casters ( a *big* plus). They are built pretty well. I think their main strength is good looks - - they are a bit on the pricey side, and if you're mostly concerned about great sonics from a rack, look elsewhere. As for me, looks are important, I'm happy with mine and would buy them again.

Agree that casters are a big plus. They've been invaluable.