Speaker Spikes - Help (1 Viewer)

[Robert EW]

Does anybody know where to purchase spikes (Tip Toes?) that are longer then the standard speaker spikes provided by Definitive Technology and everybody else.

I have tried everything to make their spikes stick and it is just not going to happen. Their customer service and my retailer are not able to help me.

 

[Dave Poehlman]

Have you tried Madisound? Look under the "accessories" section and they have assorted spikes there.
Is it a longer thread you're looking for or a longer spike?

 

[Robert EW]

Either would work, with a longer thread I can just thread less into the speaker. I found some different size spikes at Madisound and will need to measure my current spikes tonight to see what size I need. It appears the largest size 2 1/8 inch may require a little drilling for 1/2 inch hole. Gees, I hate to drill holes into my new Def techs and also pay $3 each for 16 spikes. This is turning out to be a real bummer.

 

[Greg_R]

Why do you need longer spikes?

 

[Robert EW]

I have a thick carpet with upgraded padding and I cannot get the standard size spike to pierce the floor enough to stick.

 

[Greg_R]

Wow... that must be a thick carpet! Anyway, a cheap solution is to go purchase some threaded rod from the hardware store (that fits your current spike threads). Grind the end down to a sharp point and cut to your desired length. Thread a nut on prior to cutting... when you take it off it will re-thread the rod where you made your cut.

 

[Robert EW]

I may try your suggestion, at least I will be able to determine the size I need and then assess if I am happy with my workmanship and the metal strength.