As my friends were not available for this particular listening experience, swapping out the WELLFLOAT Delta Isolation Base corners for the IsoAcoustic Gaia II Series Isolation feet was initially physically challenging. The need to be able to swap feet safely with precision was paramount. Step forward the DIY hand jack lift. These are sturdy and compact jacks used for lifting and supporting objects such as cupboards and desks. You have to be very careful when releasing the ‘down’ spring as there is no speed control!

Without doubt, the WELLFLOAT’s managed and delivered lower frequencies in a more efficient manner (tighter bass). This was particularly evident during playback of Omar’s 12” 45RPM “there’s nothing like this” - B side “I Don’t Mind The Waiting.” “I Don’t Mind The Waiting” delivers a typical 1990’s deep synth bass that usually overpowers my listening room, making this track literally unplayable. I strongly considered experimenting with various bass traps after playback of this track during previous non speaker isolation sessions. So I specifically pre-selected this record for this A-B test. Thankfully, after installing either the Gaia II Series, or the WELLFLOAT’s, I realised I would not have to clutter my room with bass traps (though bass traps would potentially be a cheaper option). Both the Gaia II Series and the WELLFLOAT’S ‘do their job’. Don’t get me wrong, that deep hefty bass was still present, but it was not overpowering, boomy and it did not interfere with mid or higher frequencies in a negative manner. With such control on offer, I was able to listen to the whole track without grimacing or switching off. However, it is the WELLFLOAT Delta Isolation Base corners which definitely exceled in this particular area. I also sensed a slightly smoother, more rounded musical delivery with the Gaia II Series Isolation Feet in place.

Conclusion & decision

The sonic improvements and greater musical enjoyment offered by both the WELLFLOAT Delta Isolation Base corners and the IsoACoustic Gaia II Series Isolation Feet are not subtle or subjective to my ear and musical spirit, they are obvious! The term ‘subjective’ only comes into play when (if) I want to describe the differences between the WELLFLOAT Delta Isolation Base corners and the IsoAcoustic Gaia II Series Isolation feet. As with all hi-fi component and accessories, listener preference, cost and affordability
(how deep you want to delve into your pockets) comes into play.

I desperately wanted the IsoAcoustic Gaia II Series feet to work for me and they did. I could not distinguish any major faults in the musical presentation with them in place. With a total purchase price of £550, they are a no brainer absolute bargain purchase!

Taking into consideration that the WELLFLOAT Delta Isolation Base corners are nearly eight times the price at £4152, I can see most music lovers and hi-fi enthusiasts closing down their screens believing ‘game over?’

I also advised a friend that there would have to be a ‘night and day’ positive difference for me to consider purchasing the WELLFLOAT’s over the Gaia Series II feet, but hi-fi and music does not always translate that simply.

If I had not experienced the WELLFLOAT’s in my system, I would purchase the Gaia Series II feet without hesitation. BUT, I have experienced the WELLFLOAT’s and I absolutely love what I can hear and feel!

In short, with The WELLFLOAT Delta Base Isolation corners in place, my MartinLogan ESL11A speakers, interconnects, speaker cables and individual components appear to be able to breathe much deeper and deliver their best. That extra control in the lower octaves translates upwards and outwards to all other frequencies and the music presentation overall. I sensed greater instrument cohesion and more air around notes. Every time I removed the WELLFLOAT’S, or swapped them with the Gaia II Series feet, I felt I was missing out (not by a huge margin - but enough) musically to make me want to put the WELLFLOAT’s back in place.

Listening to my record and CD collection has become even more addictive than ever. My recommendation is NOT to try these at home, unless you are completely musically and financially prepared. I will not be returning the WELLFLOAT Delta Isolation Base feet to the rep, I will just change my house locks and change my identity!

Robin Francis
© Michael Valentine Studio
January 2025

Turntable
AMG Viella V12 turntable with AMG Teatro MC with newly fitted the Fritz Gyger II stylus & AMG reference tonearm cable.

Phono stage
Whest PS.40RDT Special Edition phono stage.
Townshend F1 Fractal balanced XLR interconnect cable between the phono stage and Audio Hungary C200 Preamplifier.

CD player
Musical Fidelity A3 CD player.
Pure silver bespoke RCA cables between CD player and preamplifier.

Amplification
Audio Hungary P200 Amplifier (with Tung-Sol KT150 tubes) & C200 Preamplifier

Speakers & speaker cable
MartinLogan ESL11A speakers (ARC - Anthem Room Correction switched off)
with Townshend DCT Isolda speaker cable.

Table
Quadraspire Q4 EVO 4 tier shelf.

Power & mains cables
Russ Andrews balanced mains unit (BMU 3000)
Russ Andrews Powerkord 300 mains cables for Russ Andrews BMU 3000, amplifier, preamplifier,
CD player and speakers.

BMU 3000 configuration
Power amplifier plugged direclty into the wall socket
Preamplifer, phono stage & CD player plugged into the BMU 3000 gave best results to our ears.