What racks are you guys using? VTI any good?

TouchOfEvil
TouchOfEvil Posts: 967
edited September 2009 in Basic Hookup/Wiring Questions
I am looking for a new rack, been using a target all wood cheap 100.00 rack for a little while now and want something a little better.
I was looking at these two as both would suit my needs. Tell me what you think or maybe you can suggest something different.
http://www.racksandstands.com/asp/show_detail.asp?sku=VI1020&PiID=1185
or this one?
http://www.tvstands.com/VTI-BLG404BB-VI1127.html
Living Room Rig:D
Rotel RSP-1069/Rotel RMB-1095/Rotel-1072/Polk lsI15's W/modded xoverW/DBsubs/Polk LsiC/lsI7's/Klipsch sub-12"the weak link"/DLP Mitsubishi 65"
Xbox360/PS3/WII
M.Br. setup:)
Emotiva MMC-1/Rotel RMB-1075/Polk BlackStone TL350's/Velodyne SPL1000/Samsung 51" Plasma
Computer Rig:
Rotel RB1050/Tannoy DC4's/Klipsch RW-10d/ImodIpod/HK AVR230 for now....
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  • FittyFieFo
    FittyFieFo Posts: 482
    edited September 2009
    I was seriously in the same position as you right now. Do you have a TV Stand and do you like matching your furniture?

    I prefer the 2nd link. This is what I got. (This store is in IL only)

    http://www.abt.com/product/35060/OmniMount-G303DARK.html -- Audio Rack

    http://www.abt.com/product/24521/Bell-O-PVS4218HG.html -- TV Stand.
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited September 2009
    I've got the Vti BLG404 and love it. I haven't had any problems with the unit.
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  • TECHNOKID
    TECHNOKID Posts: 4,298
    edited September 2009
    I am not too impress with these new type racks but the BL404 series seems to have a little bit more style than the BLG404 series (looks too commercial for my taste).

    Cheers!
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  • TouchOfEvil
    TouchOfEvil Posts: 967
    edited September 2009
    FittyFieFo wrote: »
    I was seriously in the same position as you right now. Do you have a TV Stand and do you like matching your furniture?

    I prefer the 2nd link. This is what I got. (This store is in IL only)

    http://www.abt.com/product/35060/OmniMount-G303DARK.html -- Audio Rack

    http://www.abt.com/product/24521/Bell-O-PVS4218HG.html -- TV Stand.

    No tv stand i am planning to wall mount it. I'm moving my stuff into a bigger room and want just a rack to center under the tv/center channel.
    Gonna have the tv fairly high then wall mount the center under that. Then have the audio rack.
    I wanna give the speakers as much room to breath on the sides as i can.
    But don't want to place the center on the rack because of the vibrations.
    Living Room Rig:D
    Rotel RSP-1069/Rotel RMB-1095/Rotel-1072/Polk lsI15's W/modded xoverW/DBsubs/Polk LsiC/lsI7's/Klipsch sub-12"the weak link"/DLP Mitsubishi 65"
    Xbox360/PS3/WII
    M.Br. setup:)
    Emotiva MMC-1/Rotel RMB-1075/Polk BlackStone TL350's/Velodyne SPL1000/Samsung 51" Plasma
    Computer Rig:
    Rotel RB1050/Tannoy DC4's/Klipsch RW-10d/ImodIpod/HK AVR230 for now....
    Headphones-Ultrasone-HFI780's w/LittleDot MK Vamp Portables Panasonic HJE-900's
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  • TouchOfEvil
    TouchOfEvil Posts: 967
    edited September 2009
    TECHNOKID wrote: »
    I am not too impress with these new type racks but the BL404 series seems to have a little bit more style than the BLG404 series (looks too commercial for my taste).

    Cheers!
    TK

    Sweet thanks for your input. The BL404 is cheaper by a nice amount and does look better.:)
    Living Room Rig:D
    Rotel RSP-1069/Rotel RMB-1095/Rotel-1072/Polk lsI15's W/modded xoverW/DBsubs/Polk LsiC/lsI7's/Klipsch sub-12"the weak link"/DLP Mitsubishi 65"
    Xbox360/PS3/WII
    M.Br. setup:)
    Emotiva MMC-1/Rotel RMB-1075/Polk BlackStone TL350's/Velodyne SPL1000/Samsung 51" Plasma
    Computer Rig:
    Rotel RB1050/Tannoy DC4's/Klipsch RW-10d/ImodIpod/HK AVR230 for now....
    Headphones-Ultrasone-HFI780's w/LittleDot MK Vamp Portables Panasonic HJE-900's
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  • Conradicles
    Conradicles Posts: 6,119
    edited September 2009
    BL404 gets my vote too, need to start saving my pennies, I like that one a lot.
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  • messiah
    messiah Posts: 1,790
    edited September 2009
    I cant comment on the rack, but my VTI stands are very well built IMO. Almost as nice as my Sanus, but cost much less.
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  • TouchOfEvil
    TouchOfEvil Posts: 967
    edited September 2009
    messiah wrote: »
    I cant comment on the rack, but my VTI stands are very well built IMO. Almost as nice as my Sanus, but cost much less.

    Cool, i think i am going to get the bl404 the price seems right to me and i like the cherry finish option.
    Living Room Rig:D
    Rotel RSP-1069/Rotel RMB-1095/Rotel-1072/Polk lsI15's W/modded xoverW/DBsubs/Polk LsiC/lsI7's/Klipsch sub-12"the weak link"/DLP Mitsubishi 65"
    Xbox360/PS3/WII
    M.Br. setup:)
    Emotiva MMC-1/Rotel RMB-1075/Polk BlackStone TL350's/Velodyne SPL1000/Samsung 51" Plasma
    Computer Rig:
    Rotel RB1050/Tannoy DC4's/Klipsch RW-10d/ImodIpod/HK AVR230 for now....
    Headphones-Ultrasone-HFI780's w/LittleDot MK Vamp Portables Panasonic HJE-900's
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  • mmadden28
    mmadden28 Posts: 4,283
    edited September 2009
    I'm using the Salamander Synergy S40 in my 2 channel rig. You can customize it with and without sides, a back or a door or change the door to a frosted glass one. You can add casters, drawers, etc. The shelves are infinitely adjustable and hold a good amount of weight. Oh yeah, and you can get them in varying heights and widths

    Stock pic:
    popgall_s40chry.jpg
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  • TECHNOKID
    TECHNOKID Posts: 4,298
    edited September 2009
    mmadden28 wrote: »
    I'm using the Salamander Synergy S40 in my 2 channel rig. You can customize it with and without sides, a back or a door or change the door to a frosted glass one. You can add casters, drawers, etc. The shelves are infinitely adjustable and hold a good amount of weight. Oh yeah, and you can get them in varying heights and widths

    Stock pic:
    popgall_s40chry.jpg
    I like the looks, would be nice if a rack mount style was available, is it?
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  • debussyj
    debussyj Posts: 198
    edited September 2009
    I have a Studiotech U-48 with casters for my HT setup and I really love it. The casters make it easy to move and the removable panels in the back make cord management a snap. It also fits large electronics, which I always seem to end up with. Granted, it's not cheap, but I think it's sturdy, well built and the wood finish is nice.
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  • mmadden28
    mmadden28 Posts: 4,283
    edited September 2009
    mmadden28 wrote: »
    I'm using the Salamander Synergy S40 in my 2 channel rig. You can customize it with and without sides, a back or a door or change the door to a frosted glass one. You can add casters, drawers, etc. The shelves are infinitely adjustable and hold a good amount of weight. Oh yeah, and you can get them in varying heights and widths

    Stock pic:
    popgall_s40chry.jpg
    TECHNOKID wrote: »
    I like the looks, would be nice if a rack mount style was available, is it?

    Not sure-I've just been putting my gear on the shelves. It doesn't have any mount points for rack mount screws-but it will fit rack mountable products--its got the clearance (as should any respectable rack).
    I also bought a Middle Atlantic Rack frame for the purpose of rack mounting some equip. At the time I wasn't sure what I would use it for. If I decided to use it for my 2 ch rig, I was going to craft some side panels and trim frmo some nice hardwood. But I also bought the Salamander so I decided to use the MA Rack it in my 2nd Home Theater and will recess it into the wall.

    They may have other models that may work for mounting.

    I like the Salamander Archetype series as well. More open (note the Synergy Series above can also be open).
    I've considered building my own from scratch in this style.
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  • bklynNupe
    bklynNupe Posts: 728
    edited September 2009
    I wanted the Salamander S40 but got a sweet local deal for a new VTI off Audiogon
    http://www.hometheaterplus.com/vti-hgr406.html

    Nice looks really substantial, very thick glass and sturdy.

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  • lightman1
    lightman1 Posts: 10,794
    edited September 2009
    I like well built, natural racks. Something about the look and feel of them. Especially the ones with delicate curves and plenty of support.
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  • TouchOfEvil
    TouchOfEvil Posts: 967
    edited September 2009
    lightman1 wrote: »
    I like well built, natural racks. Something about the look and feel of them. Especially the ones with delicate curves and plenty of support.

    I concur.:D
    Living Room Rig:D
    Rotel RSP-1069/Rotel RMB-1095/Rotel-1072/Polk lsI15's W/modded xoverW/DBsubs/Polk LsiC/lsI7's/Klipsch sub-12"the weak link"/DLP Mitsubishi 65"
    Xbox360/PS3/WII
    M.Br. setup:)
    Emotiva MMC-1/Rotel RMB-1075/Polk BlackStone TL350's/Velodyne SPL1000/Samsung 51" Plasma
    Computer Rig:
    Rotel RB1050/Tannoy DC4's/Klipsch RW-10d/ImodIpod/HK AVR230 for now....
    Headphones-Ultrasone-HFI780's w/LittleDot MK Vamp Portables Panasonic HJE-900's
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  • lightman1
    lightman1 Posts: 10,794
    edited September 2009
    TouchOfEvil wrote: »
    I concur.:D
    ....;)....
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