Component racks ... any affordable suggestions?

[gregmacc 12]

I've been on the phone or trawling the web for most of the day and I've finally settled on some nice Solidsteel (made in Italy) racks from Selby audio. They are absolutely gorgeous ... but even with 20% Black Friday discount they are $750 ... I just cant justify it. Any suggestions? I had a quick look at ebay and there are made in China items that look very similar for 1/4 the price or better. Any happy customers willing to recommend anything?

[Hazzzy 189]

@Grizzly

 

[rantan 8,198]

2 minutes ago, gregmacc said:

I've been on the phone or trawling the web for most of the day and I've finally settled on some nice Solidsteel (made in Italy) racks from Selby audio. They are absolutely gorgeous ... but even with 20% Black Friday discount they are $750 ... I just cant justify it. Any suggestions? I had a quick look at ebay and there are made in China items that look very similar for 1/4 the price or better. Any happy customers willing to recommend anything?

You are fortunate that you live in Adelaide as a member and a great friend here will make you a superb quality custom rack in whatever configuration you like. he also happens to be one of the best people on the planet........ Contact @Grizzly for further discussion

[gregmacc 12]

OK ... will do ...

[cafe67 2,993]

Failing that, check your gumtree for Lovan shelves. 
 

[gregmacc 12]

 Hmmmm ... Lovan ... they look nice ... any more affordable than Solidsteel though? ... nothing on Gumtree ATM.

[darth vader 1,178]

serious racks do require serious money.

 

Justification is very subjective and often boils down to "do you enjoy your stereo"....

 

give @Grizzly a call.

 

don't tell your wife

[Grizzly 2,060]

Chances are I could help, I’m in Bridgewater if that’s convenient

[PKay 1,800]

Being the happy recipient of some speaker stands that Anthony made I can recommend that you have a chat.  Pricing was very good and considering the quality of the end product it was more than reasonable.  Excellent workmanship and very honest to deal with.

[gregmacc 12]

Confession time ... I eventually swallowed my pride and went for the Solidsteel items ... my price expectations were initially VERY unrealistic ... many thanks to @Gr11zzly for his gracious correspondence.   

[andyr 4,236]

46 minutes ago, gregmacc said:

Confession time ... I eventually swallowed my pride and went for the Solidsteel items ... my price expectations were initially VERY unrealistic ... many thanks to @Gr11zzly for his gracious correspondence.   

 

So what's wrong with Bunnings laminated-bamboo shelves supported by concrete blocks? 

 

Andy

 

[furtherpale 550]

2 hours ago, andyr said:

 

So what's wrong with Bunnings laminated-bamboo shelves supported by concrete blocks? 

 

Andy

 

First day of setup after a 10 year absence from hifi... worked a treat until I knew what size stand I needed

[andyr 4,236]

1 hour ago, furtherpale said:

First day of setup after a 10 year absence from hifi... worked a treat until I knew what size stand I needed

 

That's ma man! 

 

However, you scrimped, using those laminate shelves!  The 'audiophile' version - using laminated bamboo shelves - will sound better. 

 

Andy

 

[hiya 36]

  

Tivoli Hifi have a great setup for their Mcintosh room with all equipment supported on shelving supported with lightweight blocks like these available from bunnings