Solidsteel S3 Series 3 Shelf Audio Rack
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Solidsteel S3 Series 3 Shelf Audio Rack
Black
Brisbane HiFi 202/14 Trafalgar St, Woolloongabba, 4102
14 Trafalgar Street
202
Woolloongabba QLD 4102
Australia
Modular Italian 3-Tier Reference Hi-Fi Rack | Brisbane HiFi Audio Specialist
The Solidsteel S3-3 is a three-tier reference equipment rack designed to provide a rigid, mechanically controlled platform for sophisticated analogue and digital hi-fi systems.
Handcrafted in Italy as part of Solidsteel's S3 Series, the S3-3 combines 30 mm-thick ennobled MDF shelves, anodised-aluminium support pillars filled with StratoCell damping material, galvanised steel structural hardware, and adjustable M8 stainless-steel floor spikes.
Each 580 × 430 mm shelf is rated for loads of up to 60 kg, while the two lower equipment levels provide approximately 245 mm of vertical clearance for substantial audio components.
At Brisbane HiFi, we recommend the S3-3 for systems requiring three dedicated equipment platforms without moving to a larger four- or five-tier rack.
Key Features & Mechanical Engineering Highlights
- 30 mm Heavy-Duty MDF Shelves: Three substantial 580 × 430 mm shelves provide a high-mass, rigid platform for demanding audio components.
- 60 kg Load Capacity Per Shelf: Each level is rated for up to 60 kg, accommodating substantial amplifiers, turntables, power supplies, and valve electronics within the specified limits.
- StratoCell-Filled Aluminium Pillars: Anodised-aluminium support tubes incorporate StratoCell sound-absorbing material designed to help control mechanical energy within the rack structure.
- 245 mm Lower-Level Clearances: Both lower equipment levels provide approximately 245 mm of vertical clearance for taller amplifiers, tube electronics, and digital components.
- Adjustable M8 Stainless-Steel Spikes: Precision-adjustable floor spikes provide accurate levelling and a defined mechanical interface with the supporting floor.
- Protective S Series Floor Pads: Included floor discs help protect timber, laminate, tile, and other finished flooring from spike contact.
- Modular S3 Architecture: Compatible S3 shelf kits allow the rack to be expanded as equipment requirements develop.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Technical Detail |
|---|---|
| Rack Configuration | 3-Shelf Modular Reference Hi-Fi Equipment Rack |
| Load Capacity | Up to 60 kg / 132 lbs per shelf |
| Shelf Dimensions | 580 × 430 × 30 mm / 22.8 × 16.9 × 1.18" |
| Lower-Level Clearance | 245 mm / 9.6" |
| Upper-Level Clearance | 245 mm / 9.6" |
| Shelf Material | Ennobled MDF with Polymer Laminate Finish |
| Available Finishes | Black / Walnut / White |
| Frame Pillars | Anodised Aluminium Tubes with StratoCell Fill |
| Hardware | Galvanised Steel Screws & Stainless-Steel End Pieces |
| Floor Coupling | Adjustable Stainless-Steel Spikes + S Series Floor Pads |
| Expandability | Compatible with Optional Modular S3 Shelf Kits |
Ideal Three-Level Reference System
The S3-3 provides a practical configuration for systems containing several substantial components.
A typical arrangement could be:
Top Shelf: Turntable / CD Transport / Digital Source
Middle Shelf: Integrated Amplifier / Preamplifier
Bottom Shelf: DAC / Phono Stage / Power Supply
The generous 245 mm clearances on the lower levels also provide useful space for larger components, subject to their individual dimensions and ventilation requirements.
Heavy-Component Load Planning
With a 60 kg capacity per shelf, the S3-3 can support substantial high-end components.
Brisbane HiFi can assist with:
- Equipment weight distribution
- Component dimensions
- Shelf allocation
- Amplifier ventilation
- Power-supply placement
- Turntable positioning
- Cable routing
- Future expansion
Heavy amplifiers should be positioned with consideration for both shelf capacity and overall rack stability.
Turntable Integration
The upper shelf can provide a dedicated platform for a turntable, while the lower levels can accommodate amplification and associated analogue electronics.
Brisbane HiFi can assist with:
- Rack levelling
- Turntable positioning
- Mechanical isolation
- Tonearm cable routing
- Speaker positioning
- Floor-vibration considerations
Modular Expansion
The S3-3 retains Solidsteel's modular architecture and can be expanded using compatible S3 shelf kits.
This allows additional equipment levels to be introduced as the system develops without replacing the complete rack.
Why Choose Brisbane HiFi for Solidsteel Reference Racks?
Brisbane HiFi Showroom Display:
Visit the Brisbane HiFi showroom to inspect Solidsteel's substantial shelf construction, aluminium pillars, finishes, and modular architecture.
System Layout Guidance:
Our specialists can help plan equipment allocation, shelf loading, ventilation, cable routing, and future expansion.
Australian Support:
Brisbane HiFi supplies genuine Italian Solidsteel equipment racks throughout Queensland and Australia with specialist support and nationwide delivery.
What's Included in the Box?
- 1 × Solidsteel S3-3 three-shelf frame and 30 mm MDF board assembly
- 4 × Adjustable stainless-steel isolation spikes
- 4 × Solidsteel protective floor discs
- Assembly hardware
- Instruction manual
Consult with the Brisbane HiFi Audio Specialists
The Solidsteel S3-3 combines three 30 mm MDF shelves, 60 kg-per-shelf capacity, 245 mm lower-level clearances, StratoCell-filled anodised-aluminium pillars, adjustable M8 stainless-steel spikes, and modular expansion capability in a substantial Italian reference-rack platform.
Contact Brisbane HiFi to discuss equipment loading, shelf configuration, turntable positioning, ventilation requirements, or future S3 system expansion.