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Post by Dreamer on Jun 27, 2021 13:42:22 GMT -5
I have 2 of the XPA-5 Gen3 5 Channel amps, a XMC-2 processor, an Hd radio tuner and a turntable. The Emotiva amps are heavy and I would like a rack or piece of furniture type rack that will hold that weight easily and be shelf adjustable and expandable.
What have you seasoned pro's found/use and would recommend?
Thanks
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Post by AudioHTIT on Jun 27, 2021 14:33:53 GMT -5
I have 2 of the XPA-5 Gen3 5 Channel amps, a XMC-2 processor, an Hd radio tuner and a turntable. The Emotiva amps are heavy and I would like a rack or piece of furniture type rack that will hold that weight easily and be shelf adjustable and expandable. What have you seasoned pro's found/use and would recommend? Thanks If you want furniture I like BDI’s style, however an Emotiva power amp with XLR connectors uses the entire depth and cables may block the sliding doors in the rear. I built my own Credenza taking many ideas from the BDI Corridor, but among other things making it deeper. Sanus racks are popular for a more functional style. |
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Post by teaman on Jun 27, 2021 16:44:11 GMT -5
Check out the Pangea Audio Vulcan racks at AudioAdvisor.com. I have three of them and each shelf holds up to 80 pounds. I have my Emotiva XPA-1 Gen 1 and Gen 2 monoblocks on them and it holds them with ease. You can choose from black, rosewood or carbon fiber finish....and they sell for just over $200
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Post by 405x5 on Jun 27, 2021 17:40:53 GMT -5
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Post by tparm on Jun 27, 2021 20:58:27 GMT -5
Not a seasoned pro but NavePoint IT racks work really well for audio gear. Just paint or use black vinyl to cover the white lettering on the front of the rack. I got mine on amazon. How do I load pics, new here.  Attachments:
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Post by Boomzilla on Jun 27, 2021 21:45:50 GMT -5
If I had it to do over again, I'd build my own out of plywood & PVC uprights. I'm using some Sanus Euro racks now, but when I loaded them up with (VERY heavy) McIntosh gear, the piping bent. Also LEAVE ROOM FOR FUTIRE EQUIPMENT. You never know what you might end up with in the future. Better to have some empty racks than new gear and nowhere to put it.
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Post by hemster on Jun 28, 2021 6:29:21 GMT -5
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Post by leonski on Jun 28, 2021 15:44:47 GMT -5
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Post by SteveH on Jun 28, 2021 18:02:18 GMT -5
The depth and weight of the equipment makes it a tough one to satisfy your needs. I purchased three XPA amps an RMC-1. I searched a long time to no avail and I ended up cutting out the back of my of my existing cabinet and beefing up the shelves, the THIRTEEN 1.6S weighs 50 pounds.
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Post by JKCashin on Jun 29, 2021 23:04:29 GMT -5
I couldn't find what I wanted so I ended up having one built... There's a build thread somewhere on it but the thing is actually be installed tomorrow so I'm hoping to get some final pics and resurrect the thread
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Post by leonski on Jul 1, 2021 14:29:52 GMT -5
No DIY? Seems something 'doable'.
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Post by JKCashin on Jul 3, 2021 23:00:39 GMT -5
I couldn't find what I wanted so I ended up having one built... There's a build thread somewhere on it but the thing is actually be installed tomorrow so I'm hoping to get some final pics and resurrect the thread Found the tread... emotivalounge.proboards.com/post/1037500/thread |
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Post by gus4emo on Jul 4, 2021 21:20:25 GMT -5
I have 2 of the XPA-5 Gen3 5 Channel amps, a XMC-2 processor, an Hd radio tuner and a turntable. The Emotiva amps are heavy and I would like a rack or piece of furniture type rack that will hold that weight easily and be shelf adjustable and expandable. What have you seasoned pro's found/use and would recommend? Thanks Make your own. |
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Post by internetbob on Mar 11, 2022 8:57:37 GMT -5
Not a seasoned pro but NavePoint IT racks work really well for audio gear. Just paint or use black vinyl to cover the white lettering on the front of the rack. I got mine on amazon. How do I load pics, new here. I also used an IT rack and they work great...that's a BIG one and Emotiva gear looks so much better than a bunch of servers...😁 |
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Post by cwmcobra on Mar 11, 2022 12:17:12 GMT -5
Not a seasoned pro but NavePoint IT racks work really well for audio gear. Just paint or use black vinyl to cover the white lettering on the front of the rack. I got mine on amazon. How do I load pics, new here. I also used an IT rack and they work great...that's a BIG one and Emotiva gear looks so much better than a bunch of servers...😁 Amen!! This is a StarTech purchased from Amazon.  |
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Post by zoomer67 on Mar 12, 2022 10:03:51 GMT -5
If you aren't looking to spend a lot of $$$ and don't like big bulky steel furniture, IKEA stores usually have some kind of 'wood' furniture that can be adapted to be used for amps or equipment. A lot of their stuff has wheels on it ,too. Makes moving it around a lot easier. My 2 amps together weigh a solid 90-ish Lbs and this little IKEA side table with wheels handles it with my 60" tv on top with no problem.
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