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Solidsteel at High End 2017 part 2

Marco Lisi by Marco Lisi
August 4, 2026
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Reading Time: 2 mins read

Gaetano Conti states:

All that we make is realized to valorize your AV components. This means that … Why are you using racks for turntables, amplifiers? The designed racks for these components allow you to valorize everything. Not every kind of surface  helps to improve the performance. What we make if fully designed to increase the enjoyability when listening to music. Our criteria, our method of realization is simply based on the fact that we like to produce what we would like to have in our own listening space. We put a lot of passion for music in our products.

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Our designs are very simple but elegant. We offer 2 main finishes: black and white. You can choose between flat black or white, glossy, painted or laminated. Why? We want to stay regular in time with our products. If someone decides to buy a new system and use our racks, he can be sure that our products will stand the test of time and not be devaluated in the future. Our products are here to last. Thank you for your attention! We wish you many hours of great music.

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Our apologies for the background noise, but it was rather crowdy that day!

  • Solidsteel finish options explained
  • Built to last, not to trend

Solidsteel finish options explained

Solidsteel keeps its palette deliberately narrow, offering black and white in flat, glossy, painted or laminated finishes so a rack bought today won’t look dated years later. That restraint extends across the catalogue, from the entry S2 through the luxury HP Series, where buyers can additionally choose a Calacatta White or Atlantic Black marble shelf paired with a brass or copper frame.

Built to last, not to trend

The company’s design brief prioritizes longevity over fashion: Gaetano Conti has said the goal is for owners to be confident their rack “will stand the test of time and not be devaluated in the future.” That philosophy runs through Solidsteel’s in-house Italian manufacturing, where a dedicated mechanical workshop produces custom parts and prototypes beyond the standard catalogue.

Frequently asked questions

What finish options does Solidsteel offer?

Solidsteel keeps its palette to black and white, available in flat, glossy, painted or laminated finishes, so a rack purchased today won’t look dated years later.

Why does Solidsteel limit its finish choices?

Gaetano Conti has said the goal is longevity — a rack should “stand the test of time and not be devaluated in the future,” rather than chase passing trends.

Where are Solidsteel’s products made?

Solidsteel manufactures entirely in Italy, running an in-house mechanical workshop capable of producing custom parts and prototypes beyond its standard catalogue.

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Marco Lisi is the publisher of Best of High End, part of AV Concepts BV. His path into audio started early: as a teenager he was drawn into the world of free radio, presenting shows and living immersed in music every day. In his early twenties he ran his own production studio for five years, creating jingles and commercials — hands-on training in sound design, pro-audio workflows, and critical listening through studio monitors that still shapes how he evaluates gear today. He also spent years DJing in clubs before moving into publishing, first at two earlier online magazines before founding Best of High End. His hi-fi and home cinema passion was inherited from his father, an inveterate system-swapper. Marco's first setup — a confirmation gift — paired AKAI separates with entry-level Bowers & Wilkins speakers, a brand he stayed loyal to for years as his system grew from stereo into full surround and home cinema. Like many enthusiasts, he went through an extended "audiophile" phase chasing the next upgrade, before settling into a more grounded view: gear as a means to enjoy music and film, not an end in itself. Years of critical listening have given him a well-trained ear — the ability to characterize a system or pinpoint a change in the chain quickly and accurately. Just as important, his teaching background (a Belgian "regent" degree in Dutch language) gives him the tools to translate those listening impressions into clear, readable writing.

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