Racks for Classe Gear

**moonlightdrive21** · 26 February 2007, 17:07 Monday

Originally posted by Soundgravy

Hey guys, just wondering what racks you guys use for your Classe gear, I have been looking and am having a problem finding one that is large and robust enough to hold my CAV180 on the bottom shelf.

I ended up with BDI (the Axis model), and am very happy:

TV Stands & Media Consoles

http://www.bdiusa.com/avfurniture/axis.shtml

BDI TV stands, entertainment centers and media cabinets set a modern and stylish stage for your home theater system, and come standard with innovative features like built-in cable management, flow-through ventilation, hidden wheels, and rear access panels.

The look of the wood is *much* nicer in person compared to how it looks in the pictures.

**photoman** · 26 February 2007, 18:32 Monday

I use a salamander designs rack and a classe amp stand

**sikoniko** · 26 February 2007, 18:59 Monday

I want to get an amp stand. Maybe like Eliav's VS1 for the amp, but I am using a middle atlantic slim5 inwall for the rest of the stuff.

**RebelMan** · 26 February 2007, 20:45 Monday

photoman, can you be more specific about your Classe' amp stand?

**Glen B** · 26 February 2007, 22:40 Monday

Soundgravy, I recommend the Salamander Synergy racks. My CA-300 is of similar dimensions and weight as your CAV-180 and fits comfortably on the bottom shelf of my Synergy S40 rack. The shelves are infinitely adjustable so that adequate ventilation space is provided above the amp.

**Glen B** · 26 February 2007, 22:51 Monday

Originally posted by moonlightdrive21

I ended with BDI (the Axis model), and am very happy:

TV Stands & Media Consoles

http://www.bdiusa.com/avfurniture/axis.shtml

BDI TV stands, entertainment centers and media cabinets set a modern and stylish stage for your home theater system, and come standard with innovative features like built-in cable management, flow-through ventilation, hidden wheels, and rear access panels.

The look of the wood is *much* nicer in person than shown in the pictures.

I would be concerned about possible effects of vibration pickup from the wood construction and (thin) glass shelves. No ???

**moonlightdrive21** · 27 February 2007, 00:24 Tuesday

Originally posted by Glen B

I would be concerned about possible effects of vibration pickup from the wood construction and (thin) glass shelves. No ???

Maybe - I really don't know. The store I purchased it from sells extremely high end audiophile equipment, for whatever that's worth. The glass is not thin by my standards, but actually pretty thick and heavy. But not sure about vibration pickup, etc. - nothing I ever noticed.

**photoman** · 27 February 2007, 03:02 Tuesday

Originally posted by RebelMan

photoman, can you be more specific about your Classe' amp stand?

Sure, it's the bottom portion of the classe equipment rack. You can purchase just the bottom portion for the amp cost was around $250, but it's got the right dimensions for a CA5200 since this amp so deep. You can extend it by adding the additional shelves for the rest of your gear at a later date if you desire. Spiked feet well built. Barked about paying for it (like most things in life i guess) but was happy that I did. Looks better the 2x4 under the amp :-)

**RebelMan** · 27 February 2007, 04:07 Tuesday

photoman, care to show us a pic of your amp stand, please? I have seen the full Classe' rack but I would like to see just the amp stand as I am VERY interested in this.

**photoman** · 27 February 2007, 08:56 Tuesday

Sure thing, i'll get it up this Friday - got take for for Mass in a little while for a few days.

**RobP** · 28 February 2007, 11:04 Wednesday

Great suggestions guys. Not too long ago I passed up a three shelf Classe rack on Ebay, I believe it went for somewhere around $300.

As far as the glass shelves go, I have read arguments on both sides of the spectrum in regards to its effect on SQ. I guess to be safe one could use isolation feet under the CD player to help minimize any vibration.

I did find a couple racks that I really liked, but I know that one is priced around $9K. :E , http://www.avisolation.com/

Here is another one that I really liked.

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**sikoniko** · 28 February 2007, 11:19 Wednesday

I think these are sharp looking, but I wouldnt pay that much for it. I can't see how isolating an amp would make a difference. I understand a CDP shakes... but an amp?

Music Direct - Not Found

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The world's largest online retailer of high-end audio, audiophile music, and accessories. We specialize in vinyl records and turntables.

**RobP** · 28 February 2007, 11:31 Wednesday

Thats a nice stand, I wonder how much of these isolation devices are really needed, It would make sense that Classe or any other high end company would take vibration control into consideration when they design a CD player.

**Glen B** · 28 February 2007, 14:01 Wednesday

Originally posted by sikoniko

I think these are sharp looking, but I wouldnt pay that much for it. I can't see how isolating an amp would make a difference. I understand a CDP shakes... but an amp?

Microphonics. If you think about it, there are parts susceptible to vibration like relay and breaker parts and contacts points, fuse elements, the wafer-thin slivers of silicon in semiconductors, etc. all acting like little spring reverbs. Vibration at all these little points may have an effect SQ.

**RobP** · 01 March 2007, 22:59 Thursday

I ended up buying a tempoary rack today until I get my room done, went with a VTI 4 shelf unit, its modular so I can change things around.

Oh, I also picked this up as well. :B

**RebelMan** · 02 March 2007, 03:35 Friday

Hey SG, I think all you are missing now is is a Classe' pre/pro? Enjoy you new toy. BTW, I have always liked the VTI amp stands, since seeing them in Eliav's rig. But it's size maybe too big for my cubby. Do you know if the VTI name plate is removable? How is it attached? Don't ask why I ask, its an anal retentive thing.

**RobP** · 02 March 2007, 08:56 Friday

Hey Rebelman,

Yes, all I lack now is my pre-pro, my dealer is waiting on a SSP-60 to come in from a customer of theirs, then my rig will be complete for the next couple years.
I'll check and see if that logo comes off, I hope it does, lets just say I understand the anal retentive thing. :lol:

**Lex** · 02 March 2007, 09:36 Friday

very similar modular construction to the Lovan Soviergn series, and many other Lovans. Not that this is a Classe' question or answer, (clearing throat), but I always had a thing for Billy Bags racks, nice stuff...

**Kobus** · 03 March 2007, 18:01 Saturday

Well done Robert, happy for you.

Kobus

**Chunky** · 07 March 2007, 11:58 Wednesday

Originally posted by sikoniko

I want to get an amp stand. Maybe like Eliav's VS1 for the amp, but I am using a middle atlantic slim5 inwall for the rest of the stuff.

Did you get the rackmount kits from Classe, or did you use Middle Atlantic's customized faceplates/racks?

BTW, looks awesome!

**sikoniko** · 07 March 2007, 12:04 Wednesday

Originally posted by Chunky

Did you get the rackmount kits from Classe, or did you use Middle Atlantic's customized faceplates/racks?

BTW, looks awesome!

The ssp and cdp are in a mid atlantic custom rack. Right now, the ca-3200 is on the floor. Im going to get an amp stand for it soon.

thanks

**photoman** · 07 March 2007, 12:35 Wednesday

Rebel man.

Classe Amp stand pics

Classe amp stand with CA5200 on top

Another pic top

Top view

The 5200 is the deepest off the amps, note the last picture the depth of the stand, about 2 inches remain with a 5200 on it. Again stand wasn't cheap ( ~$250) but worth it for 5200 owners. Again, nice thing is you can expand the rack later or just use it as is like I'm doing.

Hope this helps

**RebelMan** · 07 March 2007, 13:04 Wednesday

Thanks for the great pics photoman, much appreciated!

**sikoniko** · 07 March 2007, 17:28 Wednesday

when you ordered it, did you just say you wanted the first shelf or how did you set that up? and this was from classe?

thanks,

**photoman** · 08 March 2007, 00:38 Thursday

Originally posted by sikoniko

when you ordered it, did you just say you wanted the first shelf or how did you set that up? and this was from classe?

thanks,

Yes, just told my dealer i wanted the lower portion of there rack. I can be ordered like that. Just ask your classe dealer to get you one. I threw away the box else i would have given you the part number.

**ChrisssB** · 08 March 2007, 02:37 Thursday

photoman:
That's very nice! (that you ordered the lower portion of the rack)
I liked the classe rack alot but when I saw it in the store it puzzled me, cause the 2 back legs are not set in the corners and they kinda get in the way of interconnects ....

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**RobP** · 09 March 2007, 19:24 Friday

Received my rack today, it came in black, but I actually like the looks of it better than the all silver. Also picked up a Classe SSP60 from the dealer. my system is finally complete, Pics to follow............

**RebelMan** · 09 March 2007, 20:45 Friday

Originally posted by Soundgravy

Received my rack today, it came in black, but I actually like the looks of it better than the all silver. Also picked up a Classe SSP60 from the dealer. my system is finally complete, Pics to follow............

Don't forget to look at the removability of the badge and hurry up with those pics! LOL Way to go SG! :T "The circle is now complete."

**sikoniko** · 09 March 2007, 21:14 Friday

Originally posted by RebelMan

Don't forget to look at the removability of the badge and hurry up with those pics! LOL Way to go SG! :T "The circle is now complete."

speaking of pics... dont you owe us some???

**Joey_V** · 10 March 2007, 12:54 Saturday

Originally posted by RebelMan

Don't forget to look at the removability of the badge and hurry up with those pics! LOL Way to go SG! :T "The circle is now complete."

The VTI badge is removable. I got mine in all silver and I love it!

**RobP** · 12 March 2007, 02:12 Monday

Originally posted by RebelMan

Don't forget to look at the removability of the badge and hurry up with those pics! LOL Way to go SG! :T "The circle is now complete."

The badge does come off, just a little action from a heat gun and it popped right off. :T

I finally got everything in order and set up, I had to actually extend the legs of one of the rack sections so the spacing was ample for cooling, ended up turning down some aluminum rod stock to make leg extensions, worked pretty good, now I just have to have them powder coated to match.
(sorry for the poor picture

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**aapeli** · 05 April 2007, 06:42 Thursday

Here is very good, glass and metal rack. These are very heavy. :T

firstthingsfirst.de

http://www.firstthingsfirst.de/UK/high-end.html#

firstthingsfirst.de steht zum Verkauf, kontaktieren Sie uns noch heute für ein kostenloses Angebot.Füllen Sie das untenstehende Formular aus und Sie erhalten ein kostenloses Angebot.

-aapeli

**Glen B** · 05 April 2007, 11:45 Thursday

Originally posted by aapeli

Here is very good, glass and metal rack. These are very heavy. :T

firstthingsfirst.de

http://www.firstthingsfirst.de/UK/high-end.html#

firstthingsfirst.de steht zum Verkauf, kontaktieren Sie uns noch heute für ein kostenloses Angebot.Füllen Sie das untenstehende Formular aus und Sie erhalten ein kostenloses Angebot.

-aapeli

Those are nice. I am surprised though that the manufacturer would take a name that is already being used by well know and longtime maker of high end audio, Spectral.

WELCOME to Spectral Audio'sHome Page

http://www.spectralaudio.com/

**aapeli** · 07 April 2007, 02:46 Saturday

In Germany everything is possible.

I don´t know how that can be possible. Anyway, guys in Germany do very good looking A/V furnitures. ;x(

**audiofun** · 13 April 2007, 19:44 Friday

Nice looking Rack that won't break your bank

I bought this rack for my Classe gears. Very sturdy with tempered glass shelves and the color matches my red cherry B&W N802.

Best of all, it is less than US $200 at circuit city.

Oh, I forgot, if you are AAA member, save 10%.

audiofun

Racks for Classe Gear

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