Audio T Verdict
The Quadraspire QSpeaker stands provide a stable and carefully considered foundation for compact and medium-sized standmount loudspeakers.
Each stand combines a solid bamboo centre column with steel top and base plates. Quadraspire uses the natural damping properties of bamboo to help control unwanted vibration rather than relying on a conventional hollow metal upright.
The stands measure 600mm high, positioning many standmount speakers at a suitable listening height while leaving enough space around the cabinet for careful room placement.
Adjustable aluminium spikes help level the stands on suitable carpeted floors, while the locking nuts prevent them loosening through movement or vibration.
Available in Natural Bamboo or Black Nextel, the QSpeaker stands combine distinctive British design with the stability and resonance control required by a serious stereo system.
Quadraspire QSpeaker 600mm Speaker Stands
The Quadraspire QSpeaker stands are designed for standmount loudspeakers measuring up to approximately 220mm wide.
They are supplied as a pair and stand 600mm tall, with a standard top plate measuring approximately 140mm wide.
A wider 180mm top plate is available separately for compatible speakers requiring a larger supporting surface.
Check Speaker Compatibility Before Ordering
Quadraspire states that the stands can support speakers measuring up to 220mm wide, but cabinet width alone does not guarantee a suitable match.
Check the speaker's complete footprint, weight and centre of gravity against the selected top plate. The cabinet must sit securely without overhanging excessively or becoming unstable.
Solid Bamboo Centre Column
The central support column is manufactured from solid bamboo ply.
Quadraspire selects bamboo for its combination of strength and natural vibration-suppressing properties, helping control energy travelling between the speaker, stand and floor.
The shaped column also avoids the simple parallel construction commonly found on conventional rectangular stands.
Solid-Steel Top and Base Plates
The bamboo column is firmly connected to solid-steel top and base plates, creating a strong and stable structure.
The top plate provides a secure platform for the loudspeaker, while the wider base helps resist movement and reduces the risk of the completed assembly being knocked over.
The stands should always be assembled fully and levelled before the speakers are placed on them.
140mm Standard Top Plate
The standard top plate measures approximately 140mm wide and is suitable for many compact standmount speakers.
Small reusable isolation pads or suitable speaker interface products may be placed between the cabinet and top plate where appropriate.
Permanent adhesives should be avoided unless approved by the loudspeaker manufacturer, as they may damage the cabinet finish.
Optional 180mm Top Plate
A wider 180mm top plate is available separately for speakers with a broader cabinet footprint.
Choose the 140mm Plate When
- The speaker has a compact footprint
- The cabinet sits securely and centrally
- Minimal visual impact is preferred
- The standard supplied plate is sufficient
Consider the 180mm Plate When
- The speaker cabinet is wider
- Additional supporting area is desirable
- The speaker remains within the 220mm width guidance
- Audio T confirms compatibility
600mm Listening Height
The 600mm stand height is suitable for many compact and medium-sized loudspeakers.
The ideal result places the speaker's tweeter reasonably close to seated ear height, although the correct position depends on the loudspeaker design, seating and listening distance.
Measure the height of the speaker's tweeter above the bottom of its cabinet and add approximately 600mm to estimate the final installed height.
Adjustable Aluminium Spikes
Adjustable aluminium spikes allow the stands to be levelled on suitable carpeted floors.
Locking nuts help prevent the spikes from becoming loose through movement and vibration after the stands have been positioned.
Alternative bump-on feet may be appropriate for some hard-floor installations. Confirm the selected foot arrangement before ordering.
Protect Hard Flooring
Do not place exposed spikes directly onto wood, laminate, tile or other delicate surfaces.
Use suitable floor protectors or the appropriate alternative feet, and make sure that each stand remains level and stable.
Speaker Placement
Begin with the stands positioned symmetrically around the main listening area and with each loudspeaker the same distance from the rear wall.
The final spacing, wall clearance and toe-in should follow the loudspeaker manufacturer's recommendations.
Keep the stands away from doorways and busy walkways wherever possible, particularly in homes with children or pets.
Level the Stands Before Fine-Tuning the Speakers
Adjust the spikes until neither stand rocks, then tighten the locking nuts.
Only begin adjusting speaker spacing and toe-in once both stands are stable and the speakers sit at matching heights.
System Matching
Well Suited To
- Compact standmount loudspeakers
- Speakers measuring up to 220mm wide
- Dedicated stereo listening systems
- Front or surround home cinema speakers
- Carpeted floors using spikes
- Hard floors with suitable protection
Check Before Buying
- The speaker footprint and weight
- The required top-plate width
- The final tweeter height
- The selected floor interface
- Available space around each stand
- Stability in the intended room
Quadraspire Products and Audio T Guides
Key Features
- Dedicated standmount-speaker supports
- Supplied as a pair
- 600mm stand height
- Solid bamboo centre columns
- Solid-steel top plates
- Solid-steel base plates
- 140mm standard top plate
- Optional 180mm top plate
- Suitable for speakers up to 220mm wide
- Adjustable aluminium spikes
- Spike locking nuts
- Alternative bump-on foot option
- Natural Bamboo finish
- Black Nextel finish
- Resonance-conscious construction
- Made in Britain
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the Quadraspire QSpeaker stands supplied as a pair?
Yes. The Audio T product contains two speaker stands.
How tall are they?
Each stand measures approximately 600mm high.
What is the standard top-plate width?
The standard top plate measures approximately 140mm wide.
Is a wider top plate available?
Yes. An optional 180mm-wide plate is available separately.
What size speakers can they support?
Quadraspire states that they are suitable for speakers measuring up to approximately 220mm wide. The complete footprint and stability must still be checked.
What is the centre column made from?
The centre column is manufactured from solid bamboo ply.
What are the top and base plates made from?
Quadraspire uses solid-steel top and base plates.
Can the centre columns be filled with mass-loading material?
No filling facility is specified. The solid bamboo column is designed to control resonance without conventional mass loading.
Are spikes included?
Adjustable aluminium spikes form part of the design. Confirm the chosen spike or bump-on foot configuration when ordering.
Can they be used on a wooden floor?
Yes, provided that suitable floor protection or an appropriate alternative foot is used.
Can speakers be bolted to the top plates?
No model-specific fixing system is stated. The speakers normally rest securely on the top plates using a suitable non-damaging interface.
Which finishes are available?
Audio T currently offers Natural Bamboo and Black Nextel.
Where are the stands made?
Quadraspire manufactures its speaker stands in Britain.
How do I know whether the height is suitable?
Add the stand's 600mm height to the position of the tweeter within the speaker cabinet. The finished tweeter position should normally be reasonably close to seated ear height.
Why Buy From Audio T?
- Speaker and stand compatibility checks
- Advice choosing between 140mm and 180mm plates
- Speaker footprint and stability guidance
- Listening-height and positioning advice
- Spike, floor-protector and hard-floor guidance
- Natural Bamboo and Black Nextel finish advice
- Demonstrations with suitable standmount speakers
- Room setup and speaker-positioning support
- Ongoing system and setup advice
Contact your local Audio T store with your speaker model and dimensions so that we can confirm the most suitable top plate and floor interface.