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Cones & Isolation in Ottawa

Feet, cones and platforms that drain vibration away from sensitive components. Expertly designed geometry to channel mechanical resonance out of the signal path.

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What do audio cones and isolation feet do?

Audio cones and isolation feet are vibration-control accessories placed under hi-fi components to drain mechanical resonance out of the signal path. Cones couple and channel energy in one direction; softer feet and platforms decouple, absorbing footfalls and speaker-borne vibration before it reaches sensitive electronics. Distinctive Audio stocks Tri-Art Audio isolation in Ottawa, in bamboo and solid brass.

Audio cones, isolation feet, and platforms available at Distinctive Audio in Ottawa, with material, maximum load, type, and price in Canadian dollars.
Product	Material	Max Load	Type	Price (CAD)
Tri-Art Audio B-Series Isolation Feet	Bamboo	50 lb	Set of 3 feet	$180
Tri-Art Audio Bamboo Isolation Platform	Bamboo	150 lb	Platform	Contact for pricing
Tri-Art Audio Brass Cones	Solid brass	200 lb	Cones	$120

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Black Diamond Racing Cones – Kit of 3

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Black Diamond Racing Cones (Set of 3)

$84.95

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Start under your most vibration-sensitive source — a turntable or CD transport — then move to DACs and amplifiers. Pair isolation with a dedicated equipment rack, or book a listening demo to hear the difference in your own system.

Drain Resonance

Expertly designed geometry to channel vibration away from the delicate signal path.

Under Components

Effective isolation for DACs, streamers, and amplification stages requiring stability.

Turntable Isolation

Critical decoupling for sensitive vinyl playback to prevent acoustic feedback loops.

Tune the Sound

Subtle, precise adjustments to focus imaging and tighten the overall soundstage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Expert guidance on choosing the right cones & isolation for your system.

Do isolation feet really help? expand_more

Yes. Even micro-vibrations can affect sensitive electronic components. Capacitors and circuit boards can act microphonically, turning mechanical vibration into electrical noise. High-quality isolation feet drain these resonances away, resulting in improved clarity, a lower noise floor, and a more stable soundstage.

Cones vs. feet vs. platforms? expand_more

Cones act as mechanical diodes, designed to drain vibration efficiently in one direction (usually away from the component). Softer isolation feet are designed for decoupling—absorbing airborne and structural vibrations before they reach the gear. Platforms offer a combination of both, providing a rigid, damped surface that entirely replaces standard shelving.

What should I isolate first? expand_more

We recommend starting with mechanical source components, specifically turntables and CD transports, as they are most susceptible to physical vibration. After sources, DACs and pre-amplifiers benefit greatly, followed by large power amplifiers where heavy transformers can generate internal vibrations.

Using isolation under a turntable? expand_more

Turntables require critical decoupling. Because a stylus measures microscopic grooves, any external vibration (like footfalls or deep bass from speakers) creates a feedback loop that smears the sound. A dedicated isolation platform under a turntable is often one of the most cost-effective upgrades you can make to an analog system.

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