The Solidsteel HY-2 audio stand was made for high-performance gear that is sensitive to extraneous vibrations. It's designed to virtually eliminate performance-robbing vibrations. Open shelves provide plenty of space for a turntable, preamp, power amp, or a digital media player.
Each shelf is made of solid MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard). Polished steel pillars support each shelf, resting on solid steel decoupling spikes that minimize contact with the shelf below it. The floor spikes come down to a pinpoint for the absolute minimal contact with the floor.
Solidsteel Philosophy: Solidsteel's philosophy is that there should be no compromise in the build quality or benefits to sonic performance, and that the products should reflect the Italian "style" of design with the use of excellent materials, clean lines, well-considered utilization of space, and attention to detail.
HY Series: The structural concept of the HY Series is functional, simple in design and effective. It consists of MDF shelves that are very solid mechanically and acoustically, finished by a special black rubberized paint with sound absorbing and non-scratch properties. The HY Series audio racks consist of a quadrangular design, noticeably rounded without corners forming a smooth, graceful profile that gives continuity to its aesthetic and practical features.
4-Pillar Design: The HY Series rack features a polished steel, 4 pillar structure. The four pillar design is geometrically positioned to give maximum support and minimum physical contact with the surrounding environment.
Polished Steel & MDF Construction: The shelves are made of 1.5" non-resonant MDF (medium density fiberboard). The benefits of MDF include a much higher damping factor and superior rigidity over time. The MDF is covered by a scratch-resistant black rubberized paint or gloss black lacquer paint.
Decoupling Spikes: To minimize resonances, each shelf of the HY Series rack is supported on, and therefore isolated from, the frame by decoupling spikes which are positioned to precisely discharge unwanted energies into the chassis. All spurious mechanical energies are then discharged into the ground through the decoupling spike feet and protective discs at the point where the rack legs contact the floor.