Options for dual subwoofers on hardwood floor

[Snappy]

I don't want to double post but have a more specific question for my two subwoofers on hardwood floors. Currently I use Herbie's X-Large Fat Dot's under my subs. I use one as an end table and would like to raise it up a bit. The spikes would help. I may try placing my second subwoofer on the opposite end of my couch. Even if I keep the second sub I have been using as a center channel stand on the front wall between my center channel and Front Right main speaker, I might want to install the speaker spikes that came with my Focal Diablo Speaker stands that I am not using. I am using StackAudio Auvo 70's on the Diablo FL/FR mains.

I get some sub vibration on my hardwood floors that are over a crawl space, but minor at worst. My primary 2-channel source is a turntable. What are the thoughts of using the unused Focal stand spikes on the subs? Are there better options? If nothing else, I like raising the level for better end table use. The Auva 70 feet with felt bottoms allow me to move the mains, as I often want to, but I rarely move the subs. I would use the magnetic pucks under the spikes that may slide OK on the oak floor for the rare times I want to move them for cleaning.

Thanks.

Dual Subwoofer placement and Isolation or not

With a center channel stand coming, I need to decide on one of two possible locations for the sub I have been using as a center channel stand. I will likely just move it over to the right between the center channel and the front right main. The other option is to place it next to the couch. The...

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[orange55]

I would highly advise against spikes as in my experience they have a detrimental effect on sound of any speakers.

The dots you have are a much better way to go. Based on the same approach I would recommend trying products from Isoacoustics.

They have the Aperta sub stands and they have Gaia’s which can screw in. I use both on my subs in my two rooms and they make a big impact to the quality of the sound and very good at isolating from the floor and room.

Hope that helps.

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[LL21]

Having owned subs for 20+ consecutive years, my favorite low-cost solution is the Auralex Sub-Dude. https://www.bax-shop.co.uk/studio-m...8PzMPBAL8KiGCarMqyaEdxhKI5FRYSZBGw4imwQBE73J0

If you are willing to spend more, you can try the Stillpoints Ultra 5s. Discrete, nearly invisible depending on where you place them underneath your sub. And they definitely eliminated the reaction with the wooden floorboards in our old home which used to bother our neighbors. But dead silent for them after the Stillpoints went underneath.

The ultimate was a custom solution by Z:Axis Audio who is a member here, which is what we use today.

 

[Elliot G.]

you might want to give Norm Varney a shout and try some EVP's or EVP planks

 

[Snappy]

I would highly advise against spikes as in my experience they have a detrimental effect on sound of any speakers.

The dots you have are a much better way to go. Based on the same approach I would recommend trying products from Isoacoustics.

They have the Aperta sub stands and they have Gaia’s which can screw in. I use both on my subs in my two rooms and they make a big impact to the quality of the sound and very good at isolating from the floor and room.

Hope that helps.

Aperta SUB Series

Elevate your audio experience with the Aperta SUB Series subwoofer isolation, featuring a sculpted aluminum frame and patented IsoAcoustics integrated isolators. The Aperta Sub decouples subwoofers from the supporting surface, preventing the physical transfer of energy that excites the surface...

isoacoustics.com

I preferred and purchased StackAudio Auva 70's for my Focal Diablo's over GAIA II's. I would go that route again if going to isolation feet since I preferred the simple look, stability, and the felt on the bottom allowing easier moving when wanting to clean our hardwood floors. Thanks.