SDDP Posted May 7, 2018 Share Posted May 7, 2018 Not sure if this has been covered, but I have a few R-115SW and a R-12 and want to raise them off the carpet. But with out having to drill or damage the subs. All the feet/spikes I've found require drilling into the bottom of the sub. Is there any other solution or recommendations? Don't want to go the Subdued or Gramma from Auralex either. I tried using Softtouch Rubber Chair tips 1 1/8th but the sheer weight of the subs pushes them to an angle or crushes them, unless there's a way to fill them up with something solid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derrickdj1 Posted May 7, 2018 Share Posted May 7, 2018 this guy made small dollies: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CECAA850 Posted May 7, 2018 Share Posted May 7, 2018 Parts express has a good selection of rubber feet. I would have no issue drilling the bottom of the sub. It's the bottom of the sub............... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceptorman Posted May 8, 2018 Share Posted May 8, 2018 Would an acoustic isolation pad work? Auralex makes some nice ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDDP Posted May 9, 2018 Author Share Posted May 9, 2018 I was thinking of these. Any opinions? My speakers are all on carpet Gisveate Small Speaker Spikes 0.9Inch Ebony Wood & Brass Top Isolation Stand Feet for Subwoofer : https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078JNGBRH/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AAP9VJGFB9Z5S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason str Posted May 9, 2018 Share Posted May 9, 2018 As mentioned above, rubber feet are available at Parts express, Menards, Home Depot, Lowes and most hardware stores. Don't fall for more expensive gimmicks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derrickdj1 Posted May 9, 2018 Share Posted May 9, 2018 1 hour ago, jason str said: As mentioned above, rubber feet are available at Parts express, Menards, Home Depot, Lowes and most hardware stores. Don't fall for more expensive gimmicks. No magic feet? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted May 9, 2018 Share Posted May 9, 2018 Hello SDDP, I personally use what's called "isolator pads" for my subs. They're purchased at any HVAC supply house for a reasonable price. One of the most common usages within the HVAC world is to put underneath outdoor condensing units ... 4 each, 1 under each corner. Sounds to me that's exactly what you need! If you want to message me I can even help you by sending you some if you'd like. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDDP Posted May 10, 2018 Author Share Posted May 10, 2018 On Tuesday, May 08, 2018 at 10:31 PM, Tony T said: Hello SDDP, I personally use what's called "isolator pads" for my subs. They're purchased at any HVAC supply house for a reasonable price. One of the most common usages within the HVAC world is to put underneath outdoor condensing units ... 4 each, 1 under each corner. Sounds to me that's exactly what you need! If you want to message me I can even help you by sending you some if you'd like. Fascinating. Never thought of that, so you mean something like this? (I'm assuming 2x2" would be better than the 3x3 or 4x4) https://www.supplyhouse.com/DiversiTech-MP-2E-EVA-Anti-Vibration-Pad-2-x-2-x-7-8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceptorman Posted May 10, 2018 Share Posted May 10, 2018 This would look nice....https://www.auralex.com/product/subdude-ht/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twk123 Posted May 10, 2018 Share Posted May 10, 2018 I found the best DIY way to isolate a subwoofer is to get a cheap foam roller that people use to get knots out of their back then cut it into four 3'' slices and put that under your sub. I did that with my 15'' Dayton Audio reference sub and it really helped clean up the sound when I had wood floors. https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-High-Density-Round-Roller-36-inches/dp/B00XM2MRGI/ref=sr_1_4?s=exercise-and-fitness&ie=UTF8&qid=1525985858&sr=1-4&keywords=foam+roller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason str Posted May 10, 2018 Share Posted May 10, 2018 These products are not going to make a bit of difference on carpeted surfaces. Bare floors are another story.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted May 10, 2018 Share Posted May 10, 2018 Yes, those are exactly what I use. I use the 2 x 2 but you can use the larger sizes if you like. They're all the same thickness so your really not gaining much by going larger. Also, that's a good price. That's about what I pay at my HVAC vendor. I also use them for compressors, spa's, or anything at all you want to use them for. Their primary usage in, once again, out door condensers. If you don't already have them on your outdoor AC unit, put one on each corner. You'll be surprised how it removes vibration noises. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted May 10, 2018 Share Posted May 10, 2018 BTW, I'm guessing you'll need two per corner (16 each) on both speakers to give them that lift you need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted May 10, 2018 Share Posted May 10, 2018 I also like these ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceptorman Posted May 11, 2018 Share Posted May 11, 2018 3 hours ago, jason str said: These products are not going to make a bit of difference on carpeted surfaces. Bare floors are another story.... For some reason I thought the OP had wood floors, not carpet. You are correct. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ACV92 Posted May 11, 2018 Share Posted May 11, 2018 derrickdj1 said that he used casters on some of his subs. So, I did the same thing. They work great for moving/placement. Not the most aesthetically pleasing, really not bad though, but I'm generally the only one who sees my sub anyway. I have carpet, so they hide a little more when they sink down. Using them again on the second sub that I'm building. They're 1 1/2" tall and work well. Just a thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derrick Posted May 11, 2018 Share Posted May 11, 2018 I use Dayton Audio spikes under my speakers and Sorbothane hemispheres under everything else. Works great. Just have to have the correct load factor on the Sorbothane. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDDP Posted May 12, 2018 Author Share Posted May 12, 2018 On Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 3:47 PM, Tony T said: Yes, those are exactly what I use. I use the 2 x 2 but you can use the larger sizes if you like. They're all the same thickness so your really not gaining much by going larger. Also, that's a good price. That's about what I pay at my HVAC vendor. I also use them for compressors, spa's, or anything at all you want to use them for. Their primary usage in, once again, out door condensers. If you don't already have them on your outdoor AC unit, put one on each corner. You'll be surprised how it removes vibration noises. Good to know about adding them to my outside AC, But spoke to Klipsch on this and from what he told me, little difference, however if anything to use the spikes. The point would be to have the LEAST amount of contact with the carpet. So looks like spikes might be the route to go with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDDP Posted June 20, 2018 Author Share Posted June 20, 2018 Just wanted to give you guys a heads up. I did get spikes for all of my subs and yes it did make a noticeable difference. Much smoother and deeper bass with less to none rattling going through the floor/walls. It was worth the headache Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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