{"product_id":"essenza-by-bassocontinuo-vanguard-proxima-amp-stand","title":"Essenza by Bassocontinuo Vanguard Proxima Amp Stand","description":"\n\u003ch1\u003eEssenza by Bassocontinuo Vanguard Proxima Power Amp Stand\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA modular power amp stand with steel exoskeleton, HDF shelf, 45 kg load capacity, and Stone Grey finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Essenza by Bassocontinuo Proxima is a power amp stand from the Vanguard line, designed for audio systems that need a clean, stable, and expandable support structure without moving into Bassocontinuo’s more elaborate rack families. The Proxima uses a black-painted steel external structure with an HDF shelf in a Stone Grey, stone-effect finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stand is built around a modular steel exoskeleton, with height-adjustable stainless-steel spikes and floor-saving discs for setup flexibility. Decoupling material of different densities is placed between the legs and shelf and under the floor-saving discs, while 4 HDR Harmonic Damping Resonators are fitted under the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 590 x 450 mm usable shelf dimensions and 45 kg load capacity, the Proxima is sized for full-width power amplifiers while preserving the open, visually lighter character of the Vanguard design. It is easy to install and remains expandable and upgradable after purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVanguard Line\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVanguard is part of Essenza by Bassocontinuo, a more accessible brand from Bassocontinuo created for listeners who want Italian-designed audio furniture with practical vibration-control features and a simplified product range. The Vanguard line uses a black steel structure, HDF shelves, and a Stone Grey finish to keep the visual presentation clean and contemporary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe line is built around a modular construction with increased shelf space, 45 kg load capacity per shelf, and a 3-step decoupling approach: rubber washers between the structure and shelves, rubber-like material on the floor-saving discs, and Harmonic Damping Resonators under the top shelf. Vanguard currently includes the Sirius tower rack and the Proxima power amplifier stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout the Brand\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBassocontinuo is based in Bergamo, in the Lombardy region of Italy, where its audio racks are crafted with a strong emphasis on local manufacturing. The company sources the elements used in its racks, from carbon fiber to packaging materials, from nearby Italian suppliers to help maintain quality, consistency, and close control over production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brand combines Italian visual design with a scientific approach to vibration control and isolation. Each rack family is supported by extensive vibration and isolation testing performed at the Polytechnic University of Milan, with the reports published by Bassocontinuo for customers who want to understand the engineering behind the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecoupling: Decoupling material of different densities between legs and shelf and under floor-saving discs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional Damping: 4 HDR Harmonic Damping Resonators under the shelf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Stone Grey shelf with black-painted steel structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Power amp stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStructure:\u003c\/b\u003e Modular stand with steel exoskeleton, HDF shelf, height-adjustable stainless-steel spikes, and floor-saving discs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShelves:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShelf Thickness:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.9\" (22 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShelf Height:\u003c\/b\u003e Floor to Bottom: 4.3\" (110 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUseful Shelf Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 23.2\" x 17.7\" (590 x 450 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverall Dimensions (WHD):\u003c\/b\u003e 23.2\" x 4.3\" x 17.7\" (590 x 110 x 450 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLoad Capacity:\u003c\/b\u003e 99.2 lb. (45 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Bassocontinuo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53522558615736,"sku":"PROXIMA-AS","price":1020.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1564\/1247\/files\/AA-_59_laterale2.jpg?v=1780337311","url":"https:\/\/upscaleaudio.com\/products\/essenza-by-bassocontinuo-vanguard-proxima-amp-stand","provider":"Upscale Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}