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Introduction Fat Padz are stand-alone, vibration-absorbing devices which provide effective,
"problem-free" resonance control and vibration damping with active and passive components. Compared
to conventional cone-type isolation devices, Fat Padz are more tonally neutral, and more effective
at reducing distortion, since they have the ability to dissipate energy as well as reduce the amount
of new energy that can be introduced into the component from its support surface. They are more
convenient and somewhat safer to use than cones, since they are physically more stable and cannot
topple over. Description The Fat Pad is a mini Symposium platform- only 2" by 3" (5 x 7.6 cm), and
7/8" thick (2.2 cm) with tops and bottoms that are layers of precision laser-cut, polished stainless
steel. Their interior consists of 3 constrained layers, including a 3/4" (1.9 cm) thick foam center
section banded with textured vinyl edgebanding. The foam section is the same thickness as the Super
Plus Platform. A Fat Pad can be considered an "expanded" Point Pod, since it is identical save for
its thicker, banded foam center. Application and Function Fat Padz are convenient in situations
where a full platform isn't practical. Their 7/8" (2.2 cm) height is enough to bypass most existing
equipment feet, and should be used to directly support the metal chassis of active components. By
coupling directly to the equipment chassis, Fat Padz damp excess mechanical energy from the
component's structure, dissipating it as heat. By providing a non-resonant, non-compliant mechanical
ground connection which simultaneously dissipates energy as heat (an important distinction to make
over ordinary footer devices), Fat Padz reduce background noise induced in the electrical pathways
of electronic and electro-acoustical devices. Fat Padz also provide isolation from vibration
originating in the support surface, such as a floor or rack shelf. They are very effective with
loudspeakers, and can improve overall loudspeaker distortion levels by reducing intermodulation
distortion caused by the reflection of mechanical energy to the drivers from the speaker cabinet.
Ideal For Stacked Components! Fat Padz are ideal for stacked components; when convenience or room do
not allow other deployments, Fat Padz are perfect as isolation and damping solutions for components
which would otherwise simply sit on top of one another with their built-in feet. By placing Fat Padz
in between the components, one will simultaneously damp both components AND isolate each one from
another, improving results. Placement and Set Up Place Fat Padz as you would other "footer" devices.
We recommend three, placed under the component so that the stainless steel top contacts the
underside of the chassis, bypassing the rubber feet. If you're treating a small component, two may
be sufficient. If possible, "butt" the edges of the top plate against any protruding screws, bolts,
etc., as this will improve results.