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Pycroft
Pycroft Posts: 1,960
edited June 2011 in 2 Channel Audio
Hi all...

What a coincidence that once the other 'Show your Rack' thread pops up (Which I love btw) something comes up that I'm interested in. Karma maybe?

Anyway, locally an item is listed as 'Audiophile Rack'.

If you could read, I will copy and paste what the ad says. The issue I'm having is, the only thing I can find online about it has almost no info. I looked through like 12 websites. There's one talking about a different rack,a nd it mentions that they had this one and moved to another. I looked on Audiogon, nothing... If you have any info/opinons (Especially when it comes to pricing) I'd be very happy to hear it. Thanks a lot.

James

I have 4 OSAR Audiophile stands for your high end audio / Video equipment.

They are described below:

Description: Audio rack/isolation systems for supporting audio components.
Selway series: Three independent racks designed to nest together as though a single rack.
Dimensions: Selway 2729: 27" W by 29" H by 20" D. Selway 2317: 23" W by 17" H by 18" D. Selway 1905: 19" W by 5" H by 16" D.
Prices: Complete system: $895. Selway 2729: $365. Selway 2317: $310. Selway 1905: $220.

I have 1x2729' 2x23171 and 1 1905 Amp stand.

You can have all for $350 firm.
2 Channel/HT:
Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
Harman Kardon HK354
Sony SACD Player
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited June 2011
    Here are two images he sent me. He said the spikes were not pictured. It just seems like not much for 350???

    Thanks for any input.

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • audiocr381ve
    audiocr381ve Posts: 2,588
    edited June 2011
    Those aren't the most aesthetically pleasing pieces I've seen. I'd hold out for something else.
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  • larry777
    larry777 Posts: 480
    edited June 2011
    I like a more closed in rack system. Its amazing what you can do with good wood for $350.
    Home Theatre.............

    Pioneer SC-35
    Polk RTi10's Fronts
    Polk CSiA6 Center
    RTi4 Surrounds
    SVS PB-12 Sub


    2 Channel.............................

    Yaqin MC-100B
    Energy RC-70 Speakers
    Arcam CD-192 Disc Player
    Van Den Hul Interconnects
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  • txcoastal1
    txcoastal1 Posts: 13,287
    edited June 2011
    Hold out Py....they look like card tables
    2-channel: Modwright KWI-200 Integrated, Dynaudio C1-II Signatures
    Desktop rig: LSi7, Polk 110sub, Dayens Ampino amp, W4S DAC/pre, Sonos, JRiver
    Gear on standby: Melody 101 tube pre, Unison Research Simply Italy Integrated
    Gone to new homes: (Matt Polk's)Threshold Stasis SA12e monoblocks, Pass XA30.5 amp, Usher MD2 speakers, Dynaudio C4 platinum speakers, Modwright LS100 (voltz), Simaudio 780D DAC

    erat interfectorem cesar et **** dictatorem dicere a
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  • audiocr381ve
    audiocr381ve Posts: 2,588
    edited June 2011
    txcoastal1 wrote: »
    Hold out Py....they look like card tables

    +1 Don't do it.
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited June 2011
    I'm actually sort of intrigued by it. To be honest, looks aren't super important to me. As long as it holds my stuff, it makes me happy - if you saw my current rack now, you'd understand. I literally can't find ANYTHING on this company. I found a stereophile article about another rack, and this rack is mentioned. I can't find a company who sells it in the US - maybe it's some super rack company from teh Netherdlands or something. Has anyone actually heard of this company, or has found any info on it? Who knows, it may be a very detailed (I can see in the picture there is some detailing on it, but it's not a close picture)200 pound beast that is really solid?!?!

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • decal
    decal Posts: 3,205
    edited June 2011
    Man up,make your own decision !!!!!!!!!!!!
    If you can't hear a difference, don't waste your money.
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited June 2011
    I plan on it...but it would be nice if I can make an informed decision. No info on this company???

    I don't even know if it can support my 70 lb amp!?!?
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,033
    edited June 2011
    Personally, I'd walk away. They look cheap and belong at a K-mart blue light special sale. There is so much better out there if you just take the time to look and add a little bit of patience to the mix.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • quadzilla
    quadzilla Posts: 1,543
    edited June 2011
    Search again.. includes company info

    http://www.stereophile.com/content/osar-selway-magruder-audiovideo-racks-specifications
    Turntable: Empire 208
    Arm: Rega 300
    Cart: Shelter 501 III
    Phono Pre: Aural Thrills
    Digital: Pioneer DV-79ai
    Pre: Conrad Johnson ET3 SE
    Amp: Conrad Johnson Evolution 2000
    Cables: Cardas Neutral Reference
    Speakers: SDA 2.3TL, heavily modified
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  • TNRabbit
    TNRabbit Posts: 2,168
    edited June 2011
    Personally, I REALLY like the looks of this BUSH rack, @ $250 at HH Gregg:

    BushAudioRack2.jpg
    TNRabbit
    NO Polk Audio Equipment :eek:
    Sunfire TG-IV
    Ashly 1001 Active Crossover
    Rane PEQ-15 Parametric Equalizers x 2
    Sunfire Cinema Grand Signature Seven
    Carver AL-III Speakers
    Klipsch RT-12d Subwoofer
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  • larry777
    larry777 Posts: 480
    edited June 2011
    Thats more like it. With the table type stands you will see all the wires hanging down in the back. Not as clean looking.
    Home Theatre.............

    Pioneer SC-35
    Polk RTi10's Fronts
    Polk CSiA6 Center
    RTi4 Surrounds
    SVS PB-12 Sub


    2 Channel.............................

    Yaqin MC-100B
    Energy RC-70 Speakers
    Arcam CD-192 Disc Player
    Van Den Hul Interconnects
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  • txcoastal1
    txcoastal1 Posts: 13,287
    edited June 2011
    nice rabbit
    2-channel: Modwright KWI-200 Integrated, Dynaudio C1-II Signatures
    Desktop rig: LSi7, Polk 110sub, Dayens Ampino amp, W4S DAC/pre, Sonos, JRiver
    Gear on standby: Melody 101 tube pre, Unison Research Simply Italy Integrated
    Gone to new homes: (Matt Polk's)Threshold Stasis SA12e monoblocks, Pass XA30.5 amp, Usher MD2 speakers, Dynaudio C4 platinum speakers, Modwright LS100 (voltz), Simaudio 780D DAC

    erat interfectorem cesar et **** dictatorem dicere a
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  • madmax
    madmax Posts: 12,434
    edited June 2011
    Pycroft wrote: »
    Here are two images he sent me. He said the spikes were not pictured. It just seems like not much for 350???

    Thanks for any input.

    James

    I like it!
    Vinyl, the final frontier...

    Avantgarde horns, 300b tubes, thats the kinda crap I want... :D
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited June 2011
    They look awful.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • byfthalone
    byfthalone Posts: 345
    edited June 2011
    ^^^^^^what he said^^^^^^
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  • Gadabout
    Gadabout Posts: 1,072
    edited June 2011
    I would pass on those racks too.

    Just a note on pictured rack above:
    It looks great, but glass shelves usually have a lower weight capacity, especially for a 75 lb amp. Also, if he has a lot equipment it really easy to max out total weight on glass shelves.

    There are other racks out there, be patient and you will find something you really like. You might also consider racks from:
    - StudioTech - http://www.studiotech.com/index.asp?p=tm
    - Salamander Archetype 5 -http://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=SMA5

    The archetype stands are pretty easy to build, if your looking a a project. If you do build it you will save a few bucks, but not a whole lot. The archetype racks, hold a lot of weight and work well with heavy amps.

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    80 lb Big **** adcom on the lower shelf.

    Scott
    Without music to decorate it, time is just a bunch of boring production deadlines or dates by which bills must be paid. ..... Frank Zappa
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited June 2011
    Thanks for input guys. The reason I was looking at this rack is because I almost never have extra money to throw around. I was looking to trade the guy some things for it. I'm not going to order a 350 dollar rack for my system EVER - which is why I'm not so picky about cosmetics. I'll keep being patient and keep my eyes open locally. Ciao for now.

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • victor. askew
    victor. askew Posts: 50
    edited June 2011
    You want something thats study and that can support the combined weight of your system. I made my rack out of steel and 1.5 " MDF board, Picked all of the parts up from the lad benches that were used to support robots at Roche Labs many many years ago. Case to point I am using 24x24 paving blocks as isolation under all of my gear and this rack has no problem with that load. Im sure that if I had a wife or girl friend living in the house this would not pass the WAF test but thats why I may have been single all of these years. Hold off on this.
    Amps- Nakamichi PA 7 & PA 5.
    P Amp- Classie Audio. Nakamichi CA 5
    Tape- Tandberg 3014A.
    Tape- Nakamichi 600.
    CD Calif Audio Tercet 3.
    CD-Rotel 1078.
    Spkrs- Polk Audio RTI 150 Towers.
    Spkrs- ADS L1290 Towers.
    Spkrs- Yamaha- NS 670,NS 500m,NS 200m, NS 200ma
    NS 200ma hybrids.
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