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Post by gld3gld3 on Jan 18, 2017 12:27:31 GMT -5
I am thinking about replacing the spikes that came with my Tekton m-Lores with a better solution for my situation/needs. I think the included spikes are very solid and work fine, but if there was a reasonably-priced replacement that was better I would strongly consider changing.
Things I want/need to consider:
1. Safe for hardwood floors AND rugs (currently my speakers are on wood floors, but that could change, as they are in the living room and furniture gets rearranged sometimes.
2. Ability to easily adjust and lock speaker position in place once in the right place. Currently I have m-Lores slightly tilted back so that the drivers/tweeter point up slightly. This gives a more accurate "height" to vocals, instruments, etc. When not tilted, even when sitting at a normal height, the vocals come from 2-3 ft above the floor. Not very realistic. So, the ability to tilt the speakers is a must.
3. Improved stability. I have 3 young boys at home and I am constantly worried that they are going to knock these speakers over. One way to improve stability would be to have that feet that effectively widen the base of the speaker.
I know there are a lot of Tekton owners on this forum. Can anyone recommend a solution for me?
Thanks!
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Post by Wideawake on Jan 18, 2017 12:36:44 GMT -5
Why not do away with spikes altogether? I never use spikes unless the speakers are on carpet, and even then I try and avoid using spikes if possible. Not a big proponent of spikes. I suggest you use a rubber mat to decouple the speakers from your hardwood floor. That allows for more stability and a more defined low end.
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Post by gld3gld3 on Jan 18, 2017 12:52:29 GMT -5
Why not do away with spikes altogether? I never use spikes unless the speakers are on carpet, and even then I try and avoid using spikes if possible. Not a big proponent of spikes. I suggest you use a rubber mat to decouple the speakers from your hardwood floor. That allows for more stability and a more defined low end. Thanks for your input. How would I adjust (tilt) the speakers if they are only on mats? Also, I think that if I removed the spikes and placed them on a rug they would be even less stable. I think that having the option of spikes or something similar would be best, as long as I have the option of adding a floor protector under each spike or the ability to add some kind of rubber foot. I don't know if a perfect solution is out there, but I thought I would ask around... |
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Post by jdc on Jan 18, 2017 12:55:08 GMT -5
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Post by hemster on Jan 18, 2017 13:05:57 GMT -5
Why not do away with spikes altogether? I never use spikes unless the speakers are on carpet, and even then I try and avoid using spikes if possible. Not a big proponent of spikes. I suggest you use a rubber mat to decouple the speakers from your hardwood floor. That allows for more stability and a more defined low end. Thanks for your input. How would I adjust (tilt) the speakers if they are only on mats? Also, I think that if I removed the spikes and placed them on a rug they would be even less stable. I think that having the option of spikes or something similar would be best, as long as I have the option of adding a floor protector under each spike or the ability to add some kind of rubber foot. I don't know if a perfect solution is out there, but I thought I would ask around... You can use door stops like the one pictured below. Place them under the speakers at the side edges at the front/back to tilt them upward/downward. You can also place them under the mat to make them inconspicuous. For wood grain finishes, use wooden shims and stain them. If you don't mind them visible, they can be decorative.   |
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Post by gld3gld3 on Jan 18, 2017 15:22:48 GMT -5
Thanks to those who have made suggestions thus far. Those Soundocity outriggers look like what I am looking for, but at almost half the cost of what I payed for the speakers, I don't think I can justify it! Anyone know of a similar product at a lower cost?
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Post by jmilton on Jan 18, 2017 15:25:34 GMT -5
Thanks for your input. How would I adjust (tilt) the speakers if they are only on mats? Also, I think that if I removed the spikes and placed them on a rug they would be even less stable. I think that having the option of spikes or something similar would be best, as long as I have the option of adding a floor protector under each spike or the ability to add some kind of rubber foot. I don't know if a perfect solution is out there, but I thought I would ask around... You can use door stops like the one pictured below. Place them under the speakers at the side edges at the front/back to tilt them upward/downward. You can also place them under the mat to make them inconspicuous. For wood grain finishes, use wooden shims and stain them. If you don't mind them visible, they can be decorative. Been doing this with my center channel for years. And I thought I was the only genius... |
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Post by sheetmetalworker on Jan 18, 2017 16:31:26 GMT -5
Check out herbiesaudiolabs.com he has something that your looking for. Affordable and practical.
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Post by gld3gld3 on Jan 18, 2017 22:33:58 GMT -5
Check out herbiesaudiolabs.com he has something that your looking for. Affordable and practical. Great suggestion! I think I should find a good solution here. I may have to get a few other things while I am at it too... |
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Post by bobcel on Jan 19, 2017 1:28:17 GMT -5
Might want to give these a look. SVS Sound Path Subwoofer feet. Have them on my Tekton Enzo's, Perfect, stable, isolated and relatively inexpensive.  |
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Post by teaman on Jan 19, 2017 1:31:06 GMT -5
I read a great review of the SVS Soundpath feet as well and would suggest them based on what they said they accomplished in that review. Sound & Vision affordable gear of the year award winners
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Post by vneal on Jan 19, 2017 2:06:30 GMT -5
Thanks for your input. How would I adjust (tilt) the speakers if they are only on mats? Also, I think that if I removed the spikes and placed them on a rug they would be even less stable. I think that having the option of spikes or something similar would be best, as long as I have the option of adding a floor protector under each spike or the ability to add some kind of rubber foot. I don't know if a perfect solution is out there, but I thought I would ask around... You can use door stops like the one pictured below. Place them under the speakers at the side edges at the front/back to tilt them upward/downward. You can also place them under the mat to make them inconspicuous. For wood grain finishes, use wooden shims and stain them. If you don't mind them visible, they can be decorative. what a great idea!!!! |
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Post by vneal on Jan 19, 2017 2:07:35 GMT -5
Might want to give these a look. SVS Sound Path Subwoofer feet. Have them on my Tekton Enzo's, Perfect, stable, isolated and relatively inexpensive. second great idea |
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Post by gld3gld3 on Jan 19, 2017 8:38:07 GMT -5
Might want to give these a look. SVS Sound Path Subwoofer feet. Have them on my Tekton Enzo's, Perfect, stable, isolated and relatively inexpensive. Those do look nice. Can you tell me if they allow for some height adjustment? Based on the specs it doesn't look like they would have much space for this. I would like to be able to tilt the speakers back. Maybe longer screws could be swapped in? |
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Post by bluemeanies on Jan 19, 2017 8:46:55 GMT -5
Another suggestion from AURALEX products...sub-dude ll or sub-dude HT Reasonable in price and does more than just srableize. I use them with my B&W803's weighing 93lbs each. www.auralex.com and put sub dude in search category. |
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Post by bobcel on Jan 19, 2017 9:15:44 GMT -5
Might want to give these a look. SVS Sound Path Subwoofer feet. Have them on my Tekton Enzo's, Perfect, stable, isolated and relatively inexpensive. Those do look nice. Can you tell me if they allow for some height adjustment? Based on the specs it doesn't look like they would have much space for this. I would like to be able to tilt the speakers back. Maybe longer screws could be swapped in? No they don't allow for height adjustment although they come with different size screws, I suppose if you found some rubber spacers you may be able to MacGyver something.... |
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Post by rbk123 on Jan 19, 2017 9:52:05 GMT -5
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Post by hemster on Jan 19, 2017 15:06:42 GMT -5
Sure, By moving the wedge-shaped door stops or shims back the required angle can be accommodated. |
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Post by audiosyndrome on Jan 19, 2017 16:22:35 GMT -5
I use Herbie's threaded stud gliders for my NHTs, four each. They work very well and they're infinitely adjustable. Exactly what you are looking for. Russ  |
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Post by Bonzo on Jan 19, 2017 17:01:08 GMT -5
No they don't allow for height adjustment although they come with different size screws, I suppose if you found some rubber spacers you may be able to MacGyver something.... I have done exactly that with Herbie's spikes for my speakers, for the same goal, to add lean back. I Jerry rigged different threaded rods and some cool knurled nuts I got on-line. I'll try to remember taking pictures tonight. EDIT: Added pictures.    |
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