Sound Addicted - Studio Monitor Isolation Pads for 5 Inch Monitors Pair of Two High Density Acoustic Foam

We are blessed to have the KEF XIO soundbar, and the KC92 Subwoofer; and being as the XIO resides on an oak cabinet below our 65" display, I figured that cabinet resonance was a factor and likely restricting the clarity of the Superb XIO, both for Music and HT Audio....and I was shocked at how much so. I do have much Professional studio experience so I know how these treatments factor-in so heavily to accurately recording and mixing sound...and thinking to myself if my suspicions are wrong here, I'll just send these back and get a refund. I used these instead of their 'Soundbar Pads" because the weight of the XIO is 23.1 pounds- 3 pounds over the max for their soundbar pads.. These are ISO Pads not going ANYWHERE. PF 'Wish You Were Here' (MAX resolution) never sounded so good, nor so articulate. And the Album's instrumental outtro was like getting 8K for your ears. Then 'Ten Summner's Tales' (sting) was queue'd up next and more of the same.....Vinny Coliuta's exceptional Drums, Stickwork, and cymbals never sounded THIS good before. And that's just for starters. EVERY SINGLE INSTRUMENT CLEAR AS A BELL, and VERY OPEN. It's as though the soundstage both widened and deepened with the clarity, as a result of the vibrations and frequency smearing was removed. Wow. I'm not only able to pick out every instrument, but I'm hearing more of the content like it's Ultra HD Audio. Impeccable, and an overt improvement. But the real underscore was about 5 minutes after I'd put these under the XIO soundbar, my wife who was in the kitchen, IMMEDIATELY commented on how everything suddenly became much clearer from where she was....STUNNING improvement in clarity once you remove any audio smearing/clash from extra and unwanted resonances. It's like taking a camera lens and with just a little focus adjustment, everything is CRYSTAL CLEAR. I'll be placing an order for some ISO pads to go under our Panny 4K Ultra HD disc player, and some feet for the KC92 to really tighten it up for its maximum clarity. I'm not telling you what you need in your system, nor do I know what kind of gear and cab/racks you may be using; but if you have some quality gear, this is perhaps the most inexpensive, and most effective upgrade you can make. Read more

Put these under my budget Edifier R1700BTs speakers and did notice an increase in sonic clarity due to presumably less cabinet vibration. Voices and instruments seem more separated in the mix, perceived increase in resolution (likely just a bit less "muddiness"). No downsides I can hear. I'm sure bass is also improved. Foam is quite dense and seems good quality. Obviously easy to install -- just place under your speakers. I also love the understated look -- no logo or other distractions, just black. An easy recommend for the price/performance improvement. Read more

I hardly ever write reviews because hardly anything lives up to its marketing hype. But if these pads are any example, the people at Sound Addicted are guilty of under-hyping their products. This is the best $30 I've ever spent. Spectacular performance, far beyond what I expected. That’s really all you’ll need to know but the deets are below if you’re interested. Small room, speakers (bookshelf Klipsch R14s) on the same platform as my vintage Marantz 2250B receiver and 6350 turntable -- some rumble, not a lot but enough to get my attention. I know better than to put speakers on same plane as TT, but figured once I had everything working, I'd replace the budget Ikea media stand with something system-worthy and tuned for a small room. As a stop-gap, I looked at speaker stands (ugh) and then isolation pads to reduce/eliminate the rumble and get a sense of what the system could really do. Saw online reviews of isos for as much as $600 (!!!) and then came across these from Sound Addicted. $30? Give ‘em a whirl. Oh man, what a deal. Quality and performance are exceptional: completely eliminated the slight rumble, which I expected and assumed. But what they did to improve overall clarity has me extolling their virtues. It's as if they damp any cabinet or room resonance for crystal-clear sound - treble isn't as pitchy and bass is much more clearly defined (I'm also running a sub, full disclosure). Frankly, I was shocked at how this one little thing could improve audio quality so much. Plus, they’re sturdy: my speakers aren't heavy but these pads are stout enough to stand up to much greater weights. Plus-plus, they're attractive: they have a subtle sparkly appearance when the light is right but otherwise fade into the background where they belong. GREAT PRODUCT! Read more

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These are an excellent upgrade for anyone looking to enhance their audio setup. These pads do an amazing job of reducing unwanted vibrations and decoupling your speakers from the surface they’re placed on, resulting in a cleaner, more precise sound. I noticed an immediate improvement in sound clarity, especially in the bass frequencies—there’s less resonance and distortion, leading to a more accurate listening experience. The foam pads are easy to install and fit most speaker, offering great flexibility. They’re made of high-quality material that’s durable yet soft enough to absorb vibrations effectively. Whether you’re using them for studio monitors, home theater speakers, or computer speakers, these pads help improve soundstage and reduce noise that can transfer through surfaces. The sleek, low-profile design also adds a professional touch to your setup, and they’re discreet enough to not draw attention away from the speakers themselves. For the price, the improvement in audio quality is well worth it—definitely recommend these Isolator Foam Pads to anyone looking to elevate their sound experience! Read more