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Re: Turntable Wall Mount
« Reply #30 on: February 21, 2012, 09:26:22 AM »
So... since I am trying to figure out how to accomplish this task (working with a 24" span between studs) and yet make it as least offensive visually (to remain married!)  I will now complicate it further.  :shock:

I have attached a picture of a Lovan audio rack like I have. (See below.)  Since I have been staring at my wall in my listening room trying to think of a way around my TT wall mount problem, I've been thinking about "wire management" too.  I figure if I'm going to drive myself nuts, I may as well do it "all the way".  :rofl:

Do any of you have any ideas that will hide my I/C's, Power Cords, etc... behind an open rack like I have that I can somehow incorporate into my wall mount solution?  :roll:

Suggestions...???

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Re: Turntable Wall Mount
« Reply #31 on: February 21, 2012, 12:03:59 PM »
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Re: Turntable Wall Mount
« Reply #32 on: February 21, 2012, 12:18:47 PM »
Make a full height hollow box as your stud widener, 6" deep. Veneer it or faux paint it to match.

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Re: Turntable Wall Mount
« Reply #33 on: February 21, 2012, 12:22:19 PM »
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Aaaaaaaahhhhh!!!!!!  You just made my whole day, Rich!   :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
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Re: Turntable Wall Mount
« Reply #34 on: February 21, 2012, 01:02:18 PM »
Make a full height hollow box as your stud widener, 6" deep. Veneer it or faux paint it to match.

A great idea then you can a light behind for a soft glow to come out the top and bottom (with the wifes approval of course) :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

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Re: Turntable Wall Mount
« Reply #35 on: February 21, 2012, 03:36:13 PM »
Boy oh boy, what a hassle!!  Change your table, as per my comparo and suggestion here (reply #24):

http://www.audionervosa.com/index.php?topic=3426.msg43770#msg43770

Spare your walls the butchering.  Spare your marriage.  Spare yourself the work and aggravation.  But most importantly, get better sound, and a fatter bank account.  And no more worries about footfalls.  For a solid summer my street was completely ripped up for new sewer/water lines.  The house was shaking like it was gonna fall down.  Played my Rock III thru everything...didn't skip a beat.

A Rock III table will run about 500-600 used.  Add a decent Rega or Michell Techno-arm and you are done for around 1000. (I use Kuzma Stogi Ref on mine)

A used Kuzma Stabi "s" / Stogi "s" setup will cost 1000-1400 and will also beat the Linn. 

Not just talking crap here, I have owned all three setups.

I see you are on LI.  I am too.  Come by for a listen.  Feel free to bring your Linn for direct comparo, if you like.

Good luck whatever you do!    :thumb:
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Re: Turntable Wall Mount
« Reply #36 on: February 21, 2012, 03:49:19 PM »
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Re: Turntable Wall Mount
« Reply #37 on: February 21, 2012, 05:26:01 PM »
toobluvr, thanks for mentioning The Rock again, it looks pretty cool.

Does it have a suspension that isolates from vibration? I didn't see that mentioned in the website for the V7, but I didn't study it.

http://www.townshendaudio.com/turntables/the-rock-7

edit: http://app.audiogon.com/listings/townshend-rock-7-with-dust-cover--2
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Re: Turntable Wall Mount
« Reply #38 on: February 22, 2012, 05:13:05 AM »
I have a Rock III, several generations older than the 7.

It does not have a sprung suspension.  It has a built in air bladder (just like the Townshend Seismic Sink) and a silicon dampening trough at the cartridge end.  The 7 only has the latter.

a review:

http://www.regonaudio.com/RockMarkIII.html

a discussion on the various Rock iterations:

http://www.hifiwigwam.com/showthread.php?44543-Townshend-Rock-3
« Last Edit: February 22, 2012, 05:14:54 AM by toobluvr »
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Re: Turntable Wall Mount
« Reply #39 on: February 22, 2012, 05:25:11 AM »
So to avoid a wall mount, I would need a Rock 3? Rock 7 would still need a wall mount? Thanks john
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Re: Turntable Wall Mount
« Reply #40 on: February 22, 2012, 05:33:42 AM »
So to avoid a wall mount, I would need a Rock 3? Rock 7 would still need a wall mount? Thanks john
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No experience with the 7 so I can't comment on it, but wall mount not needed with the 3.
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Re: Turntable Wall Mount
« Reply #41 on: February 22, 2012, 06:28:25 AM »
Boy oh boy, what a hassle!!  Change your table, as per my comparo and suggestion here (reply #24):

http://www.audionervosa.com/index.php?topic=3426.msg43770#msg43770

Spare your walls the butchering.  Spare your marriage.  Spare yourself the work and aggravation.  But most importantly, get better sound, and a fatter bank account.  And no more worries about footfalls.  For a solid summer my street was completely ripped up for new sewer/water lines.  The house was shaking like it was gonna fall down.  Played my Rock III thru everything...didn't skip a beat.

A Rock III table will run about 500-600 used.  Add a decent Rega or Michell Techno-arm and you are done for around 1000. (I use Kuzma Stogi Ref on mine)

A used Kuzma Stabi "s" / Stogi "s" setup will cost 1000-1400 and will also beat the Linn. 

Not just talking crap here, I have owned all three setups.

I see you are on LI.  I am too.  Come by for a listen.  Feel free to bring your Linn for direct comparo, if you like.

Good luck whatever you do!    :thumb:

John's table & system sounds very nice!

Be a Linn "separatist", just like Mr. Rollo!

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Re: Turntable Wall Mount
« Reply #42 on: February 22, 2012, 07:11:33 AM »
Pete and John

I appreciate the thoughts here, but going to a new (different) turntable is not as simple as you make it sound.  Besides taking into consideration what's involved with finding a reasonably priced used Townshend Rock III, tonearm & cartridge combo. as a replacement.  I'd also have to simultaneously find a buyer for my LP12 to fund that purchase and do it all without the benefit of having a safe and secure Audiogon site to buy & sell from.

Believe me, I can't imagine anyone that wouldn't jump at the chance to have better sound and put some extra cash in their pocket.  I just don't know if I'm willing to wait for that whole process to come full circle right now.

If (?) I can somehow solve my wall mount crisis now, it doesn't mean I can't explore "swapping" turntables at a later date.  I'm sure the Townshend Rock III or any other new/used turntable won't mind being on that wall bracket when (if?) that time ever comes.

I will keep you all posted as the saga continues...
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Re: Turntable Wall Mount
« Reply #43 on: February 22, 2012, 08:54:37 AM »
I will keep you all posted as the saga continues...

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Re: Turntable Wall Mount
« Reply #44 on: February 22, 2012, 10:10:56 AM »
  Bill years ago when designing a interior of an apt we were asked to come up with a solution for racks.
   We used small Roman style columns topped with wood. Attractive and functional. Spiked the bases and looked great.
   If it were me I would consider selling the wall mount. Use a column with a sand box atop. The inside of the columns are hollow. A great place for wire management. If you like you can fill the columns  with sandblasting material. [ Steel ]. Better than sand.
  In the end three or four columns [ spaced apart ] with either individual wood tops or one large top with columns below. Looks great works sonically as the gear is spaced to reduce magnetic field interference, so a nice wood [ Wifey picks out ] and finish the columns any which wat you desire oh my !!
   BTW the footfall issue should go away as well.


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