Comments about VTI BLE101 Surround Sound Adjustable Speaker Stand:

It's hard to find a speaker stand appropriate for a living room that has enough height for rear surround speakers. Recommended height is 2-3' above ear level. Most of the "decorative" speaker stands aren't close to high emough. This is a good alternative to wall mounting. It'a a basic stand that doesn't have the option of filling it with lead shot or sand, but it's still decently stable, even at full height. The carpet spikes definitely help. It would be nice if it was configured to run the speaker wire directly from underneath the base up through the pole, but with a proper speaker wire choice, you can make it look decent anyway with the little bit of exposed wire. The knob seems to be sufficient for holding the inner pole secure in the outer pole, even though it is only held by friction vs. a pin, which makes for a more attractive pole since it doesn't have a multitude of holes.

Comments about VTI BLE101 Surround Sound Adjustable Speaker Stand:

Overall, the item works well - especially for the price. A couple things to improve upon: 1) the knobs to adjust the stand height don't allow for the best grip while tightening - if you can find a replacement it might make securing the top post easier, and 2) the rubberized plastic inserts to cover the speaker management holes are a bit weak and can tear easily if you pull to hard when trying to remove them.

Comments about VTI BLE101 Surround Sound Adjustable Speaker Stand:

These are perfect for the AudioEngine 5s. Combined with the Apple AirPort Express, makes an excellent wi-fi, hi-fi system for your iPhone or iPad; audiophile quality.

Comments about VTI BLE101 Surround Sound Adjustable Speaker Stand:

Having the speakers above head level makes a huge difference with my surround speakers. No double sided bolts to secure speakers, though ad says adapts to most speakers, no fish tape included to thread audio wire and the extension is held up with nothing but friction of bolt against inside pole. Picky....yes, and easy to remedy. But, I think they should have been handled by the factory, for the price.

Comments about VTI BLE101 Surround Sound Adjustable Speaker Stand:

Solid product and heavy and adjust to hold my speakers at exact right height next to my 50" Plasma. Can't beat the price for such a solid product.

Comments about VTI BLE101 Surround Sound Adjustable Speaker Stand:

Very good heavy stand

Comments about VTI BLE101 Surround Sound Adjustable Speaker Stand:

An assembly manual or drawing is not included. It could have been useful. But I got it assembled in about 30 minutes. It it quite versatile in terms of height and the speakers it can support. Works well and feels solid. I am totally satisfied.