Spikes

TrashyTrucker
TrashyTrucker Posts: 225
edited February 2011 in DIY, Mods & Tweaks
This by far has been the cheapest and most simplest mod yet. I ask myself why I didnt do this long ago? I replaced the flat feet with spikes.
First, the vocals are more focalized, the bass is more defined and spark more detail. I listened to Robin Trower's "bridge of sighs" on MFSL gold cd and it was breathtaking! this is the best I have heard my srs sda 3.1 TL's as yet. The bass is no longer "boomy" I can testify to hearing the bassist bang his strings and the drummer hitting his bass drum as to now being two different instruments. No longer as just one as before.
All I can say is.... SDA owners! if you havent done this yet? do it now! This is NOT suptle.


edit: sorry cant upload pics right now.
Integra DTR 50.2 used as a preamp
Rotel RCD 1520 cdp
AudioQuest Jaguar 72v dbs ic's
AudioQuest type 8 wire
biamped to:
2-Hafler 9500 trans nova's
AudioQuest NRG-3 power cable's
dedicated AC line for
Tesla Plex 20a duplex receptacle
Panamax Max 7500 pro surge/line conditioner
SDA SRS 3.1 TL's modded...
spikes, rdo's, rings, dynamat, sonicaps, mills & aeon
Panasonic Viera G20 50" plasma


...SDA's are just like candy for your ears...
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited February 2011
    Congrats, it is a good upgrade. Which spikes did you go with, better yet, pics !
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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  • TrashyTrucker
    TrashyTrucker Posts: 225
    edited February 2011
    Lasareath wrote: »
    Are the spikes digging into your floor?

    What kind of floor do you have?
    Sal,
    I have carpet...however you can get pads for spikes to use on your new hardwood floors too!
    thsmith wrote: »
    Congrats, it is a good upgrade. Which spikes did you go with, better yet, pics !

    I went with cheapo Parts Express spikes. I cant upload pics tonight for some reason, it keeps saying upload failed when I try to attach.
    Integra DTR 50.2 used as a preamp
    Rotel RCD 1520 cdp
    AudioQuest Jaguar 72v dbs ic's
    AudioQuest type 8 wire
    biamped to:
    2-Hafler 9500 trans nova's
    AudioQuest NRG-3 power cable's
    dedicated AC line for
    Tesla Plex 20a duplex receptacle
    Panamax Max 7500 pro surge/line conditioner
    SDA SRS 3.1 TL's modded...
    spikes, rdo's, rings, dynamat, sonicaps, mills & aeon
    Panasonic Viera G20 50" plasma


    ...SDA's are just like candy for your ears...
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited February 2011
    They work, who cares what they cost. Definately a overlooked upgrade.
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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  • TrashyTrucker
    TrashyTrucker Posts: 225
    edited February 2011
    Lasareath wrote: »
    I have the stock sliders on my 1.2tl's but my floors are wood and my speakers are 185lbs each. Not really sure if they'll make a difference.

    Ill admit I too was skeptical at first. But to my new experience, it will put your 1.2's into a whole new dimension. IMHO.
    Integra DTR 50.2 used as a preamp
    Rotel RCD 1520 cdp
    AudioQuest Jaguar 72v dbs ic's
    AudioQuest type 8 wire
    biamped to:
    2-Hafler 9500 trans nova's
    AudioQuest NRG-3 power cable's
    dedicated AC line for
    Tesla Plex 20a duplex receptacle
    Panamax Max 7500 pro surge/line conditioner
    SDA SRS 3.1 TL's modded...
    spikes, rdo's, rings, dynamat, sonicaps, mills & aeon
    Panasonic Viera G20 50" plasma


    ...SDA's are just like candy for your ears...
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  • Face
    Face Posts: 14,340
    edited February 2011
    Sal, they may make an upgrade in your case, but I'd avoid PE's spikes, you'll break them with those monkey coffins.
    "He who fights with monsters should look to it that he himself does not become a monster. And when you gaze long into an abyss the abyss also gazes into you." Friedrich Nietzsche
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  • TrashyTrucker
    TrashyTrucker Posts: 225
    edited February 2011
    Lasareath wrote: »
    I have the stock sliders on my 1.2tl's but my floors are wood and my speakers are 185lbs each. Not really sure if they'll make a difference.

    I too was skepticle at first. But with my latest discovery, you will not be disappointed. I truly beleive anyone with adjustable feet should benefit with this mod/upgrade. IMHO
    Integra DTR 50.2 used as a preamp
    Rotel RCD 1520 cdp
    AudioQuest Jaguar 72v dbs ic's
    AudioQuest type 8 wire
    biamped to:
    2-Hafler 9500 trans nova's
    AudioQuest NRG-3 power cable's
    dedicated AC line for
    Tesla Plex 20a duplex receptacle
    Panamax Max 7500 pro surge/line conditioner
    SDA SRS 3.1 TL's modded...
    spikes, rdo's, rings, dynamat, sonicaps, mills & aeon
    Panasonic Viera G20 50" plasma


    ...SDA's are just like candy for your ears...
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,306
    edited February 2011
    I say it all the time "SPIKE YOUR SDA's!!!!!!!!" it changes everything in the lower end of the SDA's. by far one of the best tweeks I have ever done..

    Sal, buy some good spikes with the pads for hardwood floors,as Mike said the ones from PE will be hard to hold the weight of the BIG BOYS. spend the extra cash for some nice brass ones..
    Polk Audio SDA 2.3tl Fully Hot Rodded. 😎

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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,306
    edited February 2011
    TrashyTrucker wrote: »
    I too was skepticle at first. But with my latest discovery, you will not be disappointed. I truly beleive anyone with adjustable feet should benefit with this mod/upgrade. IMHO

    You can spike all SDA,s even if they don't have adjustable feet...:wink:
    Polk Audio SDA 2.3tl Fully Hot Rodded. 😎

    SVS SB16 X2

    Cary SLP-05/Ultimate Upgrade.
    Cary SA-500.1 ES Amps
    Cary DMS 800PV Network
    OPPO UDP 205/ModWright Modification
    VPI Scout TT / Dynavector 20x2
    Jolida JD9 Fully Modified

    VPI MW-1 Cyclone RCM

    MIT Shotgun 3 cables throughout / Except TT, and PC’s
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  • Cosmic_American
    Cosmic_American Posts: 114
    edited February 2011
    Does anyone know if the Parts Express spikes work with the CRS stands? If no what's a good way to spike them.
    2 channel:
    SDA CRS+
    Harman Kardon HK 3490
    Music Hall mmf-2.2
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,654
    edited February 2011
    Any spike with a 1/4-20 thread pattern will work on Polk speakers. That said, the large spikes at Parts Express are too large for the CRS stands. You want ones that are no more than 3/4" diameter at the top. Mye Sound sells them.
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  • Cosmic_American
    Cosmic_American Posts: 114
    edited February 2011
    F1nut wrote: »
    Any spike with a 1/4-20 thread pattern will work on Polk speakers. That said, the large spikes at Parts Express are too large for the CRS stands. You want ones that are no more than 3/4" diameter at the top. Mye Sound sells them.

    Those look nice but I'm strapped for cash at the moment. These have the right measurements and they're dang cheap too, does the quality of the spike make a big difference in the sound? http://www.parts-express.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?Partnumber=249-727
    2 channel:
    SDA CRS+
    Harman Kardon HK 3490
    Music Hall mmf-2.2
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,654
    edited February 2011
    Many feel that the material makes a difference, with brass being the preferred choice. That said, spiked is better than not.
    Political Correctness'.........defined

    "A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."

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  • Cosmic_American
    Cosmic_American Posts: 114
    edited February 2011
    Since this will be a very, very cheap upgrade I'll go with it. Maybe down the road I'll pick up some of the Mye Sound ones. Thanks.
    2 channel:
    SDA CRS+
    Harman Kardon HK 3490
    Music Hall mmf-2.2
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  • sda2mike
    sda2mike Posts: 3,131
    edited February 2011
    one of the best upgrades i've made...definately not subtle
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  • PolkMaster1
    PolkMaster1 Posts: 847
    edited February 2011
    I too was skeptical at first as I already had tremendous bass coming from my speakers, then the mortite, then the dynamat, then a speaker wire upgrade, then the inductor upgrade. How can spikes make a difference? Well, I gave it a shot with MyeSound MyeSpikes Brass and I am still hearing a difference for the better!!!

    Go for it Sal!!! Make sure you get it from Myesound. They are well worth it!!!
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,654
    edited February 2011
    I'm not sure. Call or email Grant and ask.
    Political Correctness'.........defined

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  • Tony M
    Tony M Posts: 11,164
    edited February 2011
    F1nut wrote: »
    Many feel that the material makes a difference, with brass being the preferred choice. That said, spiked is better than not.

    Jessie, do you remember when you told me to GET MY SDA's OFF THE DOLLIES and SPIKE em?

    What a difference coming off of movable/rolling dollies. Best upgrade yet to my SDA-SRS2's.:biggrin:.......so far.
    Most people just listen to music and watch movies. I EXPERIENCE them.
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  • TrashyTrucker
    TrashyTrucker Posts: 225
    edited February 2011
    Lasareath wrote: »
    Will MYESOUND make the larger Spikes in 1/4-20 ?


    MYESOUND.jpg

    Sal,

    I talked with grant awhile back... He does make larger spike but not in 1/4 in. It will be perhaps 3/8 or 5/16 in. I cant remember which. So if you drill out for tee nuts etc. You are pretty much set in the larger dia. thereafter. I agree with Jesse that some spikes are better than no spikes. I will try to upload pics again.

    Matt

    Is anyone experiencing problems uploading pics?
    Integra DTR 50.2 used as a preamp
    Rotel RCD 1520 cdp
    AudioQuest Jaguar 72v dbs ic's
    AudioQuest type 8 wire
    biamped to:
    2-Hafler 9500 trans nova's
    AudioQuest NRG-3 power cable's
    dedicated AC line for
    Tesla Plex 20a duplex receptacle
    Panamax Max 7500 pro surge/line conditioner
    SDA SRS 3.1 TL's modded...
    spikes, rdo's, rings, dynamat, sonicaps, mills & aeon
    Panasonic Viera G20 50" plasma


    ...SDA's are just like candy for your ears...
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited February 2011
    These are 1/4"-20 solid steel!
    I mean you will have to oil them or they will rust "solid steel"
    I bought 32 of them and have been impressed, fit stock RT-10 threaded inserts.


    http://www.parts-express.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?Partnumber=249-727&FTR=249-727

    Oops, guess I should have read the whole thread?
    Thought I was on to something there!
    Great deal for the money anywho!
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,306
    edited February 2011
    pepster wrote: »
    These are 1/4"-20 solid steel!
    I mean you will have to oil them or they will rust "solid steel"
    I bought 32 of them and have been impressed, fit stock RT-10 threaded inserts.


    http://www.parts-express.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?Partnumber=249-727&FTR=249-727

    Oops, guess I should have read the whole thread?
    Thought I was on to something there!
    Great deal for the money anywho!


    Primer and Paint?:confused: no need to oil, who would want oil getting on their floor??
    Polk Audio SDA 2.3tl Fully Hot Rodded. 😎

    SVS SB16 X2

    Cary SLP-05/Ultimate Upgrade.
    Cary SA-500.1 ES Amps
    Cary DMS 800PV Network
    OPPO UDP 205/ModWright Modification
    VPI Scout TT / Dynavector 20x2
    Jolida JD9 Fully Modified

    VPI MW-1 Cyclone RCM

    MIT Shotgun 3 cables throughout / Except TT, and PC’s
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  • PolkMaster1
    PolkMaster1 Posts: 847
    edited February 2011
    tony millard wrote: »
    Jessie, do you remember when you told me to GET MY SDA's OFF THE DOLLIES and SPIKE em?

    What a difference coming off of movable/rolling dollies. Best upgrade yet to my SDA-SRS2's.:biggrin:.......so far.

    Was the difference noticed when you took them off the dollies or when you spiked them? :biggrin::biggrin: Did you use Myesound Myespikes?
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  • Tony M
    Tony M Posts: 11,164
    edited February 2011
    When I took them off of the movers dollies, I turned them upside-down and fixed the bases and spiked at the same time.

    I used Parts express threaded inserts and their spikes. The original inserts were pretty much useless. The interconnecting sockets were useless also.

    I still need to get my RT3000P's off their dollies too. In time.:wink:
    Most people just listen to music and watch movies. I EXPERIENCE them.
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  • vc69
    vc69 Posts: 2,500
    edited February 2011
    I'm ordering spikes from myesound as soon I get a call back from them. Points and pads actually. I can't wait to hear the difference.

    Anybody know what I'm going to need in the way of T-nuts or will I be able to just screw them into the current floor pad threads?
    -Kevin
    HT: Philips 52PFL7432D 52" LCD 1080p / Onkyo TX-SR 606 / Oppo BDP-83 SE / Comcast cable. (all HDMI)B&W 801 - Front, Polk CS350 LS - Center, Polk LS90 - Rear
    2 Channel:
    Oppo BDP-83 SE
    Squeezebox Touch
    Muscial Fidelity M1 DAC
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited February 2011
    vc69 wrote: »
    I'm ordering spikes from myesound as soon I get a call back from them. Points and pads actually. I can't wait to hear the difference.

    Anybody know what I'm going to need in the way of T-nuts or will I be able to just screw them into the current floor pad threads?

    I believe they are 1/4 20 but ask grant when you hear from him. For my 1Cs I needed T-nuts nit sure about your speakers
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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  • vc69
    vc69 Posts: 2,500
    edited February 2011
    Thanks. My Ls90's have threads for the floor pads. I don't know if that is stock or the previous owner put t-nuts in.
    -Kevin
    HT: Philips 52PFL7432D 52" LCD 1080p / Onkyo TX-SR 606 / Oppo BDP-83 SE / Comcast cable. (all HDMI)B&W 801 - Front, Polk CS350 LS - Center, Polk LS90 - Rear
    2 Channel:
    Oppo BDP-83 SE
    Squeezebox Touch
    Muscial Fidelity M1 DAC
    VTL 2.5
    McIntosh 2205 (refurbed)
    B&W 801's
    Transparent IC's
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  • Earthy
    Earthy Posts: 488
    edited February 2011
    My floor is the foam backed Pergo. Are spikes and pads still recommended?
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,306
    edited February 2011
    Earthy wrote: »
    My floor is the foam backed Pergo. Are spikes and pads still recommended?


    With carpet just use the spikes, with hardwood floors or tile ect: use the spikes and pads..
    Polk Audio SDA 2.3tl Fully Hot Rodded. 😎

    SVS SB16 X2

    Cary SLP-05/Ultimate Upgrade.
    Cary SA-500.1 ES Amps
    Cary DMS 800PV Network
    OPPO UDP 205/ModWright Modification
    VPI Scout TT / Dynavector 20x2
    Jolida JD9 Fully Modified

    VPI MW-1 Cyclone RCM

    MIT Shotgun 3 cables throughout / Except TT, and PC’s
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  • TrashyTrucker
    TrashyTrucker Posts: 225
    edited February 2011
    Think they solved the UL pics problem

    So here are the pics finally.... thanks to Patrick!

    Matt :biggrin:



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    Integra DTR 50.2 used as a preamp
    Rotel RCD 1520 cdp
    AudioQuest Jaguar 72v dbs ic's
    AudioQuest type 8 wire
    biamped to:
    2-Hafler 9500 trans nova's
    AudioQuest NRG-3 power cable's
    dedicated AC line for
    Tesla Plex 20a duplex receptacle
    Panamax Max 7500 pro surge/line conditioner
    SDA SRS 3.1 TL's modded...
    spikes, rdo's, rings, dynamat, sonicaps, mills & aeon
    Panasonic Viera G20 50" plasma


    ...SDA's are just like candy for your ears...
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