Hifi equipment are highly sensitive to vibrations. The better the equipment, the more it suffers. Be it component resonances, sound waves or subsonic noise – whatever goes into the system degrades the performance. Hence, the traditional hifi stands try to damp these resonances only by utilising different materials.

We at THIXAR think the optimum solution is that absolutely no vibrations reach the equipment. So how do we achieve this? By optimum decoupling of the device with our special gel-based floating technology.

The fact that high-end hi-fi equipment tends to show a highly sensitive response to whatever it is standing on is not a secret. Both solid-state and tube amps as well as analogue turntables can only reveal their full potential if they can do their work undisturbed by any vibration. Only then can you experience the sense of space, the dynamics and richness of detail in full audiophile splendour.

THIXAR’s Serenity Plus rack system is based on a flexible, modular concept. An extremely sturdy frame made from special 38-millimeter-thick MDF panels forms the basic structure. Depending on requirement, modified THIXAR Silence or Silence Plus isolation platforms are then installed onto the integrated mounting rails.

The different designs of these two component platforms — one featuring dampening (Silence), the other dampening and isolation (Silence Plus) — mean that each has a particular focus. Extensive measurements have shown that the Silence platform is highly effective at rapidly absorbing vibrations emanating from hi-fi components such as sub-chassis turntables, power amps and power supply units. A Silence Plus Series platform, on the other hand, is extremely effective at decoupling hi-fi components, such as CD players, power amps, non-suspended turntables and pre-amps from the surface on which they rest. This effect can be clearly seen in the early lowering of the transmission curve.

Features:

(1) Thanks to the flexible choice of platform, the Serenity Plus rack can be optimally customised for all your existing or future audio components.

(2) The large number of mounting rails in the rack allows the spacing between platforms to be individually
adjusted to perfectly accommodate components of different heights. Each level has a loadbearing capacity of 40 kilograms. The Serenity Plus’s self-explanatory design principle means it can be assembled in less than 15 minutes.

(3) The thick-walled structural body rests on aluminium feet. Being height-adjustable, they allow for simple levelling of the entire rack. Its open, light design not only means it unobtrusively blends into contemporary home environments, but ensures good air circulation and fast heat dissipation as well. The open back provides for easy access to the audio components, making connecting everything up a breeze.

(4) THIXAR offers the Serenity Plus in three different rack heights and two different finishes: matt black or matt white. Custom finishes are available on request. We have pre-assembled a few common configurations using the Silence and Silence Plus platforms. However, all of the elements are available separately.

(5) Its elegantly clean lines mean a Serenity Plus is also aesthetically consistent with the THIXAR product family’s aspirational goal of accompanying audiophiles on their journey to auditory nirvana. This modular, resonance-optimised rack literally creates the perfect foundation for making the positive sonic effects of the acoustically and metrologically demonstrable benefits of THIXAR’s sophisticated AVC technology (Adaptive Vibration Control) audibly discernible.

Your high-end audiophile components will feel right at home in a Serenity Plus Series rack system. Because this is where they can perform at their best. And this certainty will give rise to a serene feeling when listening to music too. Peace!

Rest assured that behind this simple-looking and elegant hi-fi rack there is a whole lot of knowledge, experience and testing.

You will be amazed at how good your equipment can sound!

Model Versions:
Three frame sizes (Small, Medium, Large) are available from which you can build your own customized rack, utilizing the correct amount of Thixar Silence and/or Thixar Silence Plus platforms for your application.

Rack Frame Dimensions:
S – Small frame – 580mm (W) x 480mm (D) x 500mm (H)

M – Medium frame – 580mm (W) x 480mm (D) x 800mm (H)

L – Large frame – 580mm (W) x 480mm (D) x 1100mm (H)

Frame finish: Black matt, White matt, custom finishes available on request

Max load per platform: 40kg