{"product_id":"vibe-guard™-micro-blocks-low-profile-precision-decouplers-set-of-4","title":"Vibe-Guard™ Micro-Blocks – Low-Profile Precision Decouplers (Set of 4)","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolid American Hardwood Mass | Dual Viscoelastic Damping | Real Acoustic Science\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTrue Constrained-Layer Damping — Simplified, Balanced, and Effective\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1\"\u003eMechanical isolation isn't about complexity for the sake of complexity; it's about matching acoustic impedance, mass, and compliant damping to dissipate mechanical energy at the boundary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2\"\u003eWhile exotic composite structures seek damping through ultra-thin laminate micro-layers, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2\" data-index-in-node=\"93\"\u003eVibe-Guard™ Micro-Block\u003c\/b\u003e takes a purist, high-mass approach rooted in natural resonance control:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6,3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTop Decoupling Layer (Chassis Boundary):\u003c\/b\u003e 1\/8” \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"65\"\u003eVibe-Guard™ Viscoelastic Acoustic Elastomer\u003c\/b\u003e grips and isolates the equipment chassis floor, dissipating internal transformer hum and motor hash without scratching or marring fine finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInertial Core (Resonant Mass Sink):\u003c\/b\u003e A solid 3\/4\" precision-machined core of Northern Sugar Maple or Black Walnut provides dense, organic structural mass that naturally breaks up mechanical shear and dampens high-frequency resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBottom Decoupling Layer (Platform \/ Shelf Boundary):\u003c\/b\u003e A second 1\/8\" \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003eVibe-Guard™ Viscoelastic Acoustic Elastomer\u003c\/b\u003e layer mechanically decouples the core from the underlying shelf, preventing room reflections and rack-borne vibrations from entering the audio signal chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eZero Chemical Migration. Guaranteed 100% Non-Marking.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,5\"\u003eMany synthetic elastomers and industrial compounds can soften, weep oils, or chemically react with delicate nitrocellulose, lacquer, and fine wood veneers under heat. Our proprietary elastomer is entirely inert, non-staining, and non-marring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,6\"\u003eHandcrafted in the USA to integrate seamlessly beneath your finest audio components, whether placed directly on a rack shelf or stacked atop a butcher block isolation platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.0\" W × 2.0\" D × 1.0\" H\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCore:\u003c\/b\u003e 3\/4\" Solid Northern Sugar Maple or Solid Black Walnut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDecoupling Layers:\u003c\/b\u003e Dual 1\/8\" Vibe-Guard™ Viscoelastic Acoustic Elastomer faces (top \u0026amp; bottom)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOptimal Acoustic Load:\u003c\/b\u003e 40 to 300 lbs. per Set of 4 (Max structural rating: 400 lbs.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinish Safety:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% Non-Marking, Non-Staining (safe for lacquer, nitrocellulose, polyurethane, and natural wood veneers)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlacement Under Chassis:  \u003c\/b\u003eAt 1.0\" in total height, Vibe-Guard™ Micro-Blocks are designed to sit directly against the underside of your component's metal chassis, bypassing the factory feet without requiring any disassembly or tool work. 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