19″ Dual 5U Studio Desk Unit with Shelf

This was interesting. The client had a specific space in an alcove to fill, and wanted to maximise the use with a pair of 5U rack units. Between them he wanted a shelf that would sit above his mixer. A number of cutouts were required on the 5U rack units as well as the shelf to allow cabling.

I used the Yeti CNC to cutout the parts with the cutouts

Design the 5U studio shelf unit
The finished dual 5U studio desk unit with shelf
Support for studio shelf on the %U rack unit
Support for the 5U rack unit shelf
19" 5U rack in birch plywood
The 2 5U racks stacked showing the rubber feet
2U Vented 19" Rack in Birch Plywood

2U Vented 19″ Rack

Nice 2U birch plywood 19″ rack for a client who wanted to add two audio interfaces into a single unit.

This one finished in clear, water based satin varnish, with sturdy rubber feet.

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Angled 4U 19" Rack - deep

Angled 4U 19″ Rack

A nice custom depth (400mm) 4U angled 19″ rack 18mm birch plywood with front vent.

This one was destined for a space port! (yes really!) – “We have launch”

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19″ 4U Angled Desktop Case

This is a nice 4U birch ply rack, 400mm deep with an optional small vent at the front.

This unit is supplied with 4 rubber feet, and is a really sturdy unit.

I’ve considered making the “front panel” fold down like a shelf, as there’s quite a bit of space in there that would otherwise be wasted.

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Rear view of angled desktop 4U rack cabinet in Birch ply
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Premium Custom 3U 19" rack made in Birch Plywood

3U 19″ Rack – Custom Depth

A nice 3U 19″ rack for an existing client. I always like it when a client returns, as it’s validation of what I’m doing and the service I offer.

This Premium 3U 19 inch rack is 200mm deep, 18mm Birch Plywood with sturdy rubber feet.

Custom 3U 19" rack in Birch Plywood

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Rear of premium Birch plywood 19" rack for recording studio

2U 19″ Rack With Mitred Corners

This was a client request for a unit that had mitred corners, rather than my normal “butt” joints that are screwed, glued and plugged. I have to say, I like it. I might make some more and add them to my shop as an option.

As usual, this is solid 18mm birch plywood & finished with a satin water based varnish – and includes sturdy rubber feet. 300mm deep. This will last a lifetime!

Thanks to Matthew for letting me use his photo. 🙂

If you’re interested in something similar, or a variation of this 19″ rack for your studio, let me know mike@homestudiorack.co.uk

2u 19" rack Birch plywood Mitred Corners
2u 19" rack Birch plywood Mitred Corners

Custom 19″ Racks with Vents

These were nice! I’ve done a few units with vents before, but I loved this pair!

These were custom depths to suit the client’s equipment.

If you’re interested in having your own bespoke studio racks similar to this, just contact me mike@homestudiorack.co.uk

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A Budget Flatpack 19″ Rack?

Just a concept a this stage, but I’m thinking of creating a budget range that are flatpacked and self-assembly.

So I’d need to find the right fixings, and probably limit it to 3U maximum. Obviously it would require some self-assembly (fixing the rack strips and assembling the carcass) , but I’m curious to know if this might work? & would anyone be interested?

self assembly 19" racks