MATERIALS & CONSTRUCTION
LMH Components
Mechanical precision components for demanding audio systems.
Engineering Instead of Accessories
At LMH, components are not developed as accessories, but as mechanical solutions to real acoustic problems.
Equipment feet, equipment bases and structural components are designed consistently with one central objective in mind:
mechanical stability, controlled energy flow and reproducible geometry.
The development follows a clearly technical logic.
Mass, stiffness, damping and energy transfer are treated as integral parts of an audio system.
Electronic equipment, loudspeakers and especially turntables are sensitive to mechanical feedback and micro-vibrations — both originating from the component itself and from structure-borne vibrations transmitted through the room.
LMH components address precisely this point.
Instead of decorative accessories, the result is a range of components engineered specifically for the following properties:
High structural stiffness
Controlled vibration behaviour
Reproducible geometry
Long-term dimensional stability
The result is components that become part of the system architecture — not merely accessories placed under a device.
“Beautifully machined components and exceptional craftsmanship.
Exactly the kind of mechanical precision high-end audio equipment deserves.”
P. Waltz, USA
Material selection at LMH is not driven by visual appearance,
but by mechanical properties.
At the center are three fundamental parameters:
Mass – stiffness – internal damping
Only the interaction of these properties creates a controlled mechanical environment for sensitive audio components.
Typical materials include:
Panzerholz
Panzerholz (Tankwood) is an extremely dense technical wood material with exceptional stiffness and very good internal damping.
Due to its high material density and laminated structure, Panzerholz offers a very favourable balance of mass, stiffness and energy absorption.
This makes it particularly suitable for:
• equipment bases
• mechanical interface components
• resonance-critical structures in audio applications
Multiplex
Cross-laminated veneer layers provide high dimensional stability and reproducible mechanical properties.
The multi-layer construction prevents directional material stresses and helps reduce unwanted resonance modes.
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel is used for structural interface elements.
Typical applications include:
• threaded connections
• contact surfaces
• highly loaded mechanical interfaces
Its high stiffness ensures stable force transmission and defined mechanical coupling.
Elastomer Layers
Strategically placed elastomer layers allow controlled mechanical decoupling.
In CLD structures (Constrained Layer Damping), vibrational energy between two rigid layers is converted into heat and thereby effectively reduced.
Manufactured in the LMH Workshop
All LMH components are produced in the LMH workshop in Germany —
from material selection and CNC machining to final surface finishing.
No mass production.
No traded goods.
Only precisely manufactured mechanical components for demanding audio systems.
Construction & Functional Principle
The LMH CDL equipment feet are based on a mechanically controlled multilayer structure, specifically designed to combine high mass, structural stiffness and defined internal damping.
The core consists of laminated Panzerholz, a high-density technical wood material with excellent internal loss damping.
Its layered structure forms a mechanically stable body capable of effectively absorbing structure-borne vibrations.
The underside is reinforced with a solid stainless steel plate.
This increases the local mass at the contact interface with the supporting surface and ensures a stable and well-defined mechanical coupling.
An elastomer interlayer acts as a controlled damping element between the rigid materials.
It reduces the transmission of high-frequency vibrations while preventing direct rigid coupling between the mass layers.
Mechanical integrity is ensured by a through-bolt threaded connection, which clamps all layers together and provides a precise mounting interface to the component.
The result is a mechanically stable and controlled interface between the component and the supporting surface, combining mass coupling with controlled damping.
Mass – Stiffness – Internal Damping
The different material properties create a controlled energy path in which mechanical vibrations are not reflected or amplified, but dissipated within the material structure.
This results in a mechanically stable and quiet support structure for sensitive audio components.
Loudspeaker & Equipment Feet
High-mass equipment feet designed for mechanical stabilization and controlled energy dissipation.
They form the mechanical interface between the component and the supporting surface, significantly influencing the vibration behaviour of a system.
Suitable for:
• amplifiers
• DACs
• streamers
• turntables
• loudspeaker bases
The construction allows both defined mechanical coupling and controlled damping.
Sizes & Pricing
S
Diameter: 40 mm
Height: 25 mm
Thread: M6 / M8
Recommended load per foot: up to approx. 15 kg
Price (set of 4): 320 €
M
Diameter: 60 mm
Height: 30 mm
Thread: M6 / M8
Recommended load per foot: up to approx. 60 kg
Price (set of 4): 420 €
L
Diameter: 80 mm
Height: 30 mm
Thread: M6 / M8
Recommended load per foot: up to approx. 100 kg
Price (set of 4): 540 €
XL
Diameter: 85 mm
Height: 50 mm
Thread: M8 / M10
Recommended load per foot: up to approx. 150 kg
Price (set of 4): 690 €
Standard sizes available. Custom dimensions on request.
Threads and finishes can be adapted depending on the project.
Equipment Bases
Massive equipment platforms made from Panzerholz, designed to provide mechanical stabilization for sensitive audio components.
Many electronic devices react sensitively to micro-vibrations transmitted through furniture or the floor.
A massive equipment base reduces these influences and creates a stable mechanical reference.
Typical construction:
• solid Panzerholz
• CLD hybrid constructions
• precise CNC machining
The objective is a mechanically quiet operating environment for sensitive electronics.
LMH Equipment Bases – Size Overview
S
Dimensions: 300 × 250 mm
Thickness: 30 mm
Weight: approx. 6 kg
Typical applications: DAC, streamer, phono stage
Price: 620 €
M
Dimensions: 400 × 300 mm
Thickness: 40 mm
Weight: approx. 9 kg
Typical applications: preamplifier, integrated amplifier
Price: 830 €
L
Dimensions: 500 × 350 mm
Thickness: 50 mm
Weight: approx. 13 kg
Typical applications: heavy power amplifiers
Price: 980 €
XL
Dimensions: 600 × 400 mm
Thickness: 60 mm
Weight: approx. 18 kg
Typical applications: large amplifiers / equipment
Price: 1200 €
Standard sizes available. Custom dimensions on request.
Threads and finishes can be adapted depending on the project.
Turntable Bases
Turntables are particularly sensitive to mechanical feedback.
Even very small vibrations can be transmitted through the bearing, platter and tonearm, directly affecting the cartridge and playback system.
Massive turntable bases therefore create a stable mechanical reference structure.
Typical construction:
• solid Panzerholz
• CLD hybrid constructions
• precise CNC machining
• optional tonearm integration
Typical platforms:
• Garrard 301 / 401
• Thorens TD-124
• Technics SL-1200
Project-specific solutions for other turntables are also possible.
Handcrafted Enclosures
Individually manufactured enclosures made from wood, Panzerholz, and aluminium for amplifiers and electronic components — custom-sized, precision CNC-machined, and tailored both visually and functionally to the specific application.
Custom Hi-Fi Furniture & Racks
Custom-built racks and furniture made from solid wood, multiplex, or Panzerholz — engineered for high load capacity, controlled resonance behaviour, and seamless integration into the living environment.
Absorbers & Diffusers
Acoustic elements designed for the targeted control of reflections, reverberation, and diffusion — developed project-specifically to match the room and its acoustic requirements.
Structural Audio Components
In addition to complete components, LMH also manufactures mechanical parts for demanding audio and loudspeaker projects.
Typical examples include:
• horn mounting rings
• adapter plates
• mechanical interface elements
• CNC-machined custom parts
Such components are commonly used in:
• DIY projects
• prototype development
• small-series production
Project-Specific Solutions
Custom Components
Many LMH components originate from specific project requirements.
If your system requires a particular mechanical solution, components can be developed and manufactured on a project-specific basis.
Typical projects include:
• custom turntable bases
• tonearm mounting plates
• equipment platforms
• specialized equipment feet
• mechanical adapters and interface components
Small-Series Manufacturing in the LMH Workshop
All LMH components are manufactured in our own workshop.
This allows:
• precise CNC machining
• careful material selection
• flexible customization
• direct quality control
Most parts are produced in small series or project-based manufacturing.
This approach also makes it possible to realize special requirements and individual solutions.
Questions About the Right Solution?
If you are unsure which component is suitable for your system,
we will be happy to assist.