Stillpoints Universal Resonance Damping System
TweekGeek Says: What makes the Stillpoint system unique is the fact that unlike spikes, cones or ball bearings Stillpoints do not "tune" or try to "ground" vibrations in the vertical and horizontal planes, they absorb them. Decoupling is what sets them apart. As far as what they do for the sound of your system, they will open up the soundstage and reduce bass bloat when properly implemented.
The System consists of two parts: The Stillpoint and Riser.
The Stillpoint consists of an outer case (called the calyx due to its flower like petals that line the inner shell), two layers of ceramic balls, and a stainless steel pedestal. The Riser is an aluminum base with a stainless steel stud, which accepts the Stillpoint. The System functions as a shock absorber for vibrations and resonances. The System changes vertical vibration into horizontal motion and absorbs it.
Following the path of vibration from the top of the exposed ceramic ball, as the component is placed on the Stillpoint, the vibration contacts the ball (at 12 o'clock) and proceeds down through the ball. Vibration exits that ball at the contact point of the second tier of balls at a diagonal (4 or 7 o'clock). The weight of the component expands the second tier of balls, forcing them into the petals. The petals flex and counter the vibration, thereby absorbing it.
From a platform or shelf, vibration enters the bottom outer rim of the Riser, travels to the center of the Riser, and transverses up the stud into the center of the pedestal. Finally, vibration travels across the pedestal to the outer edge into the ball/petal mechanism and is absorbed.
The System utilizes constrain layer damping techniques by assembling ceramic, Delrin, stainless steel, and aluminum materials. The System also provides for the leveling of components via the Riser and studs. Longer studs are included to allow more versatility.
Stillpoints heighten transparency, speed of transience, air, space, and dynamics, to name only a few attributes, to aid in a very natural presentation.
U.S. Pat. No. 6655668
Specs
- Height of Stillpoint (alone): 1.03"
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Height of Riser (alone): 0.380
The height together WITH space so that they are not tightened down onto each other: 1.425"*
*Then the height can be anything longer with screws.
- Weight Capacity: 300 lbs per set of 3
(100 lbs per Stillpoint/Riser)
- Sold in sets of 3 and 4.
Set Up
- Assemble the Stillpoint and Riser gently until each meet.
- Reverse the Stillpoint 1/2 turn.
- This is the starting position for adjusting the Stillpoints on Risers.
- Adjust upwards to level your component, speaker, or rack
Recent reviews and web sites about Stillpoints
- Stillpoints And ERS Paper
By Rick Becker
www.enjoythemusic.com – November 2003
- BPT BP-3.5 Signature Ultra Isolator Powerline Conditioner
www.6moons.com – October 2003
- Manley Labs Mahi Monoblock Amplifier—with Stillpoints
By Rick Becker
www.enjoythemusic.com – July 2003
- New Accessories at The S.H.O.W.
By Brett Rudolph
www.smr-home-theatre.org – February 7, 2003
- Great News For The Society For Putting Things On Top Of Other Things
By Paul Szabady
www.stereotimes.com – December 8, 2002