Soulines BBS Universal Anti-Vibration Isolation Feet
The bbs feet, designed with ball-bearing swing mechanisms, serve as resonance-damping devices developed by Soulines to mitigate sound interference. These are intended for a wide range of audio equipment, including turntables, CD/DVD transports and players, DACs, audio streamers and servers, phono and line preamplifiers (both tube and solid-state), integrated amplifiers, power amplifiers, and speakers, within specified weight limits.
The bbs feet function according to Newton's Third Law of Motion—action and reaction—allowing resonances harmful to sound quality to dissipate through continuous micro-movements and counter-movements of the mobile elements. For the system to work effectively, the connection between the bbs feet and the audio equipment (or its chassis) must be solid, enabling vibrations from the device to pass efficiently and quickly into the bbs feet.
Each bbs foot incorporates two rows of hardened, polished stainless steel balls of varying diameters, housed within separate POM and acrylic discs. These ball bearings support two independent stainless steel plates, which can move relative to one another. The upper disc supports the audio device, while the aluminum base rests on the audio rack or shelf. All moving parts are enclosed within a two-part anodized aluminum cup, with the base further isolated using rubber-cork washers.
Soulines has applied Golden Ratio proportions to the dimensions of the bbs feet, ensuring visual harmony and structural balance. Combined with the use of precision CNC-machined components and high-grade stainless steel bearings, the design effectively eliminates internally generated resonances while shielding the equipment from external vibrations transmitted through shelves or racks.
The use of bbs feet enhances sound reproduction by delivering greater dynamics and naturalness, with an expanded soundstage in width, depth, and height. They also improve detail resolution, vocal clarity, and contribute to a more emotional and immersive listening experience—whether enjoying vinyl, CDs, or high-resolution digital audio.
Each bbs foot supports a maximum load of 15kg, with an optimal load range of 1–10kg per foot. The feet are available in sets of three or four, corresponding to the following load capacities:
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3-piece set: Max load 45kg / Recommended: 1–30kg
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4-piece set: Max load 60kg / Recommended: 1–40kg
Specifications
- Diameter: 68mm
- Height: 32mm
- Shipping weight (3-piece set): 1.160kg
- Shipping weight (4-piece set): 1.420kg
The bbs feet can be placed either under the existing feet of the equipment or directly under the chassis, bypassing the stock feet. However, they should not be placed under rubber, cork, rubber-cork, or elastic/polymer-based feet, as these materials act as barriers to vibration transmission, preventing the bbs feet from functioning properly. Users are encouraged to experiment with placement to optimize performance and achieve the best sound results.
Soulines at a glance (pronunciation: /ˈsuː.laɪnz/ - "Sù-lains")
The Story
In mid-2009, a group of musicians and discerning music lovers—with solid backgrounds in recording, mixing, production, and audio restoration on one side, and skilled mechanical engineers on the other—decided to turn their long-standing hobby and passion for modifying, upgrading, designing, and building turntables into a professional venture.
They founded the company tt recycled (turntable recycled), www.ttrecycled.com, with the primary goal of offering upgrade and modification services for turntables, alongside recycling and redesign.
Before long, Soulines established itself as a local specialist in turntable solutions, successfully recycling, redesigning, and enhancing numerous models for customers in the area. In addition to commissioned projects, the team developed several original turntables based on their own concepts. These designs quickly gained popularity among local audiophiles, culminating in the Best Sound Award at the Belgrade Hi-Files Show in 2010.
The Idea
Driven by the ambition to create a turntable of their own design, Soulines aimed to produce a high-quality product that would truly stand out. The goal was to merge musicality and visual elegance into an electromechanical object capable of faithfully reproducing vinyl records. At the same time, the focus was on ease of use and straightforward setup.
The result was the Hermes DCX turntable.
Following extensive listening tests and the enthusiastic reception at the Belgrade Hi-Files Show in 2011, Soulines decided to launch the Hermes DCX internationally.
Thus, Soulines was born.
The Design Philosophy
The core design philosophy is that every component of the turntable is equally important; it makes no sense to emphasize certain elements—such as platter mass or chassis weight—if the rest of the components do not match that standard. There is no value in using extravagant parts or overly complex solutions.
Generally, the best results come from intelligent, simple engineering, careful material selection, and high-quality components not restricted by cost-cutting compromises.
Soulines turntables are essentially handcrafted, supported by advanced technologies like CAD, 3D SolidWorks design software, and precision CNC machining.
All materials are carefully selected based on their acoustic and mechanical properties. Critical components such as the platter, bearing, and spindle are manufactured individually and matched to work in perfect harmony, rather than being mass-produced.
For damping, various rubber and cork feet are used in different shapes and thicknesses. Rigid parts of the system are coupled with layers of different materials to minimize resonance to the lowest possible levels.
All Soulines turntables feature belt-drive, DC motors, inverted bearings, and non-metallic platters.
Before final assembly, every component is inspected, hand-finished, and assembled with a high degree of precision to ensure outstanding performance. Finished products undergo rigorous testing before packaging and shipping.
Soulines – Analog Perfection, Beyond Industrial Compromise
Soulines embodies the pure essence of vinyl—a fusion of flawless design and extraordinary sonic performance. Each Soulines turntable is crafted to deliver a unique audio experience where every detail, every note, and every nuance is rendered with the kind of precision and depth that only analog can provide.
Guided by a philosophy that blends traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology, Soulines creates turntables that are not just listening devices, but true works of art. Made from top-quality materials with obsessive attention to detail, every model is designed to reveal the authenticity of sound and the timeless beauty of vinyl.
The mission of Soulines is simple: to bring listeners an experience that goes far beyond mere music playback—transforming it into a rich, emotional journey full of depth, presence, and soul.
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