Thread: Kanso Audio's Latest

Hey guys,

Just thought I would post some pictures of my latest creation. It's been under research/development for awhile. Finally, where I want it: a combination of performance and aesthetics.

This is called the Tana Turntable Shelf. It is wall mounted, yet it is totally decoupled from the wall.
We wanted to develop a TT shelf that was totally decoupled from both the floor and the wall. Also, the suspended shelves underneath are completed isolated from the main shelf and each other.

The main shelf is high mass for in-room sonic stability (the main shelf weighs about 70 lbs.). In other words, as you crank up the volume, the in-room sonic energy has more effect on a TT; the high mass of the main TT shelf lessens the interaction with those high dB sound waves.
Also, as the SPL's go higher, the walls become more accentuated (this is basic physics). The problem with shelf systems that are hard mounted to the wall is that they transfer all the energy of that wall to the TT.
Because of the unique suspension system, isolation, and high mass of the shelf, we've almost completely eliminated all room/wall interactions. Which of course, means better performance from your Turntable/Arm/Cartridge.
The suspension system also allows for leveling.

All the shelves also incorporate our unique vibration control.

Hope this all makes sense.

Borderdog (Aaron)
Kanso Audio Furniture

This unit was finished in a high-gloss Piano Black lacquer. As with all our furniture, any wood or finish you want is available.

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Hey Aaron, you pics aren't showing. Would love to see more of your excellent work!

i see the pics now. nice phonostage!!!!!

Super nice , congrats

Aaron, looks great! Nice craftsmanship as usual!

Hey Aaron,
When is Mikey Fremer going to review your turntable shelf?

Cheers,
Pete