PSB Alpha iQ Floor Stands AST-25 (Pair) at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada

The AST-25 is a custom floor stand from PSB Speakers (Pickering, Ontario, Canada), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Purpose-built for the Alpha iQ Streaming Powered Speakers with BluOS, the AST-25 positions the Alpha iQ at a 25" listening height for optimal seated stereo imaging. Constructed from heavy gauge steel and weighing 9.6 lbs per unit, each stand features fully concealed internal wire management, adjustable floor spikes for carpet, and floor protector discs for hardwood or tile. A matching accent strip mimics the Alpha iQ's diamond trim for a visually integrated, finished system appearance. Available in Black or White to match either Alpha iQ finish. Sold as a pair. Assembly required.

Custom-Designed for the PSB Alpha iQ

PSB engineered the AST-25 exclusively for the Alpha iQ Streaming Powered Speakers, matching the stand's top plate dimensions to the Alpha iQ's cabinet footprint and co-designing the accent strip to echo the Alpha iQ's signature diamond trim detail. This purpose-built integration ensures the speaker sits squarely and stably on the stand without overhang, and the combined system presents as a unified piece of furniture rather than a speaker placed on a generic accessory. At 25" of column height, the AST-25 raises the Alpha iQ's tweeter to approximately ear height for a typical seated listener, directing the speaker's dispersion axis toward the primary listening position for the accurate, wide-bandwidth stereo imaging the Alpha iQ is designed to deliver. The Vinyl Sound team in Toronto can demonstrate the Alpha iQ and AST-25 together as a complete system.

Heavy Gauge Steel Construction and Floor Compatibility

The AST-25 is fabricated from heavy gauge steel throughout, providing the structural mass and rigidity needed to resist acoustic vibration and prevent the column flex or base rocking that affect lighter-duty stands. At 9.6 lbs per stand, the weight is concentrated in the base plate to keep the centre of gravity low. Adjustable floor spikes thread into the four corners of the base plate for placement on carpeted surfaces, biting into carpet pile to lock the stand's position against lateral movement. Floor protector discs fit over the spike tips for use on hardwood, tile, laminate, or vinyl, distributing the load and preventing marking or surface damage. Cable connections for the Alpha iQ's powered speaker inputs route through the stand's internal cable channel, exiting at the base near the amplifier and at the top adjacent to the speaker's input panel, keeping the wiring path hidden throughout.

Key Features

• Custom-Designed for PSB Alpha iQ: Top plate geometry, height, and accent strip details are engineered specifically for the Alpha iQ Streaming Powered Speakers with BluOS, ensuring a precise fit and cohesive aesthetic.
• 25" Column Height: Raises the Alpha iQ's tweeter to seated ear height, aligning the speaker's dispersion axis with the listening position for optimal stereo imaging and tonal accuracy.
• Diamond Trim Accent Strip: A matching accent strip echoes the Alpha iQ speakers' diamond trim detail, integrating the stand and speaker visually into a single finished system.
• Heavy Gauge Steel Construction: Full steel fabrication throughout the column and base plate delivers mass for vibration damping, rigidity against column flex, and long-term structural durability.
• Fully Concealed Wire Management: Internal cable channel routes the Alpha iQ's power and signal cables through the stand column, eliminating visible external cable runs for a tidy, professional installation.
• Adjustable Floor Spikes: Threaded spikes install into the four base plate corners for use on carpeted floors, providing locked, stable footing that prevents lateral shifting during use.
• Floor Protector Discs: Protective discs thread onto spike tips for placement on hardwood, tile, laminate, or vinyl floors, preventing scratching or marking of floor surfaces.
• Available in Black or White: Both finishes match the available Alpha iQ colour options, enabling a coordinated system appearance in any room.
• Sold as a Pair: The AST-25 is supplied as a matched pair covering both left and right channel placements.
• Easy Assembly: The stand ships disassembled for compact packaging and assembles straightforwardly with included hardware prior to use.

Technical Specifications

What's in the Box

• PSB Alpha iQ AST-25 Floor Stands (pair)
• Adjustable floor spikes (4 per stand)
• Floor protector discs (4 per stand)
• Assembly hardware and instructions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the PSB AST-25 floor stands designed for?

The PSB AST-25 floor stands are custom-designed exclusively for the PSB Alpha iQ Streaming Powered Speakers with BluOS, from PSB Speakers in Pickering, Ontario, Canada. The 25" column height positions the Alpha iQ's tweeter at seated ear height for optimal stereo imaging, the top plate is sized to match the Alpha iQ's cabinet footprint, and the accent strip mirrors the Alpha iQ's diamond trim detail. The stands are constructed from heavy gauge steel, weigh 9.6 lbs each, and are sold as a pair in Black or White finishes. Assembly is required.

Can the PSB AST-25 be used with speakers other than the Alpha iQ?

The AST-25 was engineered specifically for the PSB Alpha iQ, and its top plate dimensions and accent strip design are matched to that speaker. Other compact powered or passive bookshelf speakers with similar cabinet footprints may physically fit on the AST-25's top plate, but PSB does not specify or guarantee compatibility with other models. For the intended acoustic, aesthetic, and stability result, the AST-25 is recommended for use with the Alpha iQ only.

Does the PSB AST-25 work with the Alpha iQ's power cables as well as speaker cables?

Yes. The Alpha iQ is a powered speaker system, meaning its primary speaker cable is the connection between the left and right units, while power runs to the active speaker. The AST-25's concealed internal wire management channel is designed to accommodate the cables specific to the Alpha iQ's connection architecture, routing them through the stand column for a clean installation. For specific cable routing guidance for the Alpha iQ's power and inter-speaker connections, the Vinyl Sound team in Toronto can advise on the cleanest installation approach for your room layout.

Why does speaker stand height affect sound quality?

Bookshelf and compact powered speakers like the Alpha iQ are designed to be auditioned with the tweeter at approximately ear height from a seated listening position, which for most chairs and sofas corresponds to a stand height of 24" to 26". When the tweeter is positioned significantly above or below this height, the listener hears the speaker from an off-axis angle that alters the frequency balance and stereo imaging precision. The AST-25's 25" height is chosen by PSB to place the Alpha iQ's tweeter at the correct elevation, ensuring the speaker performs to its designed acoustic capability rather than being compromised by incorrect placement height.

Do the PSB AST-25 stands work on both carpet and hard floors?

Yes. Each stand includes a full set of adjustable floor spikes for carpeted surfaces and matching floor protector discs for hardwood, tile, laminate, or vinyl floors. The spikes thread into the four corners of the base plate and bite into carpet pile to prevent lateral movement. The protective discs thread over the spike tips when used on hard floors, distributing the point load and preventing marking or scratching of the floor finish. Both sets of hardware are included with each pair of AST-25 stands.

Where can I buy the PSB Alpha iQ AST-25 floor stands in Toronto or Canada?

The PSB Alpha iQ AST-25 Floor Stands are available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Vinyl Sound is an authorised PSB Speakers dealer serving the Greater Toronto Area and customers across Canada, and carries the Alpha iQ Streaming Powered Speakers alongside the AST-25 for complete system demonstration and purchase. Visit Vinyl Sound in Toronto or shop online at vinylsound.ca to order the AST-25 pair in Black or White.