Ultra Q
Critical Mass Systems’ compact reference equipment rack: a miniaturized interpretation of the flagship OLYMPUS-ULTRA architecture, combining precision-machined metalwork with upgradeable vibration-control filters.
Key Features
- Compact architecture derived from the flagship OLYMPUS-ULTRA
- Precision-machined aluminium-alloy framework
- OLYMPUS-inspired cuts, chamfers and CNC-machining processes
- Titanium-alloy spikes, connectors and X-axis lockdown bolts
- Tungsten-alloy bearings
- Compatible with ULTRA DIAMOND and ULTRA PLATINUM dual-zone, 12-stage filters
- Constrained-layer damping construction
- Upper six-stage damping zone with a 21-layer constrained sandwich
- Lower six-stage damping zone with a 17-layer constrained sandwich
- Six damping materials precisely sequenced within each zone
- Horizontal and vertical tolerances of 0.0005 inches
- Custom-made vertical spacing
- Approximately 200 lb / 91 kg capacity per component, with higher-capacity options available
Design & Build
The ULTRA Q translates the architecture of the statement OLYMPUS-ULTRA into a more compact equipment-support system. Its aluminium-alloy framework follows the flagship rack’s distinctive cuts and chamfers, requiring multiple CNC-machine operations to achieve its precision geometry.
Titanium-alloy spikes and connectors work with tungsten-alloy bearings to establish the rack’s mechanical interface. When equipped with ULTRA DIAMOND or ULTRA PLATINUM filters, the system adds a dual-zone, 12-stage damping structure engineered to control unwanted mechanical energy beneath sensitive audio components.
System Pairing
The ULTRA Q is suitable for digital sources, turntables, preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers, power conditioners and power amplifiers. Its custom vertical spacing allows each rack to be configured around the owner’s specific equipment.
Compatible ULTRA DIAMOND and ULTRA PLATINUM filters provide the highest specified damping architecture, while Sapphire 2 shelves offer an additional compatible support option. Higher-capacity filters may also be specified for unusually heavy components.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Compact, custom-built high-end audio equipment rack |
| Architecture | Miniaturized version of the OLYMPUS-ULTRA architecture |
| Framework | Aluminium alloy |
| Spikes and connectors | Titanium alloy |
| Bearings | Tungsten alloy |
| Lockdown system | Titanium-alloy bolts at the X-axis |
| Damping construction | Constrained-layer damping |
| Filter architecture | Dual-zone, 12-stage damping system |
| Upper damping zone | Six stages; 21-layer constrained sandwich |
| Upper-zone structural materials | Three different top-plate materials selected for rigidity under load |
| Upper-zone damping materials | Six materials precisely sequenced using nomograph damping data |
| Lower damping zone | Six stages; 17-layer constrained sandwich |
| Lower-zone structural material | Selected bottom-plate material for rigidity under load |
| Lower-zone damping materials | Six materials precisely sequenced using nomograph damping data |
| Standard dimensions (W × D) | 26 × 23.5 inches |
| Vertical spacing | Custom-made to the owner’s requirements |
| Horizontal tolerance | 0.0005 inches |
| Vertical tolerance | 0.0005 inches |
| Load capacity | Approximately 200 lb / 91 kg per component; higher capacities available |
| Shipping weight | Approximately 66 lb / 30 kg per level |
| Compatible shelves | ULTRA DIAMOND, ULTRA PLATINUM and Sapphire 2 |
