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Post by dsonyay on Oct 2, 2021 10:50:52 GMT -5
I made two LP racks yesterday using this DIY article: johnvantine.com/i-built-a-vinyl-record-shelf/My buddy is an excellent woodworker and he helped me out with the cutting and assembly. The cost in materials was about 110 bucks for making two of these. Used two sheets of cabinet grade plywood vice construction grade, so the cost was a bit more. Used screws and wood glue instead of nails, so it was a little slower going because of predrilling and countersinking.. still need to apply wood putty over screw heads and put on some sort of finish.      These will easily accommodate all of my LPs. |
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Post by Boomzilla on Oct 2, 2021 16:25:08 GMT -5
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Post by 405x5 on Oct 3, 2021 8:46:39 GMT -5
I made two LP racks yesterday using this DIY article: johnvantine.com/i-built-a-vinyl-record-shelf/My buddy is an excellent woodworker and he helped me out with the cutting and assembly. The cost in materials was about 110 bucks for making two of these. Used two sheets of cabinet grade plywood vice construction grade, so the cost was a bit more. Used screws and wood glue instead of nails, so it was a little slower going because of predrilling and countersinking.. still need to apply wood putty over screw heads and put on some sort of finish. These will easily accommodate all of my LPs. That’s a very interesting loudspeaker? (what is it?) I had a fun space for playing records in a finished basement room with a fireplace off to the side. Most of my LP’s fit in the base section of an entertainment center unit kit that I bought and assembled. The cool part however, were the paneled walls that were ledged about 4 feet up. So, I could spread out maybe 30 or 40 of the most frequently played albums up top and keep the rest below in the unit. Hard to believe I’ve been away from that medium for around 25 years! |
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Post by pallpoul on Oct 3, 2021 8:52:00 GMT -5
Zu audio dirty weekend speaker.
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Post by dsonyay on Oct 3, 2021 13:21:52 GMT -5
That’s a very interesting loudspeaker? (what is it?) I had a fun space for playing records in a finished basement room with a fireplace off to the side. Most of my LP’s fit in the base section of an entertainment center unit kit that I bought and assembled. The cool part however, were the paneled walls that were ledged about 4 feet up. So, I could spread out maybe 30 or 40 of the most frequently played albums up top and keep the rest below in the unit. Hard to believe I’ve been away from that medium for around 25 years! Those are Zu Omens (the latest Dirty Weekend Specials). Zu Audio. Thanks! |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 3, 2021 14:05:21 GMT -5
That’s a very interesting loudspeaker? (what is it?) I had a fun space for playing records in a finished basement room with a fireplace off to the side. Most of my LP’s fit in the base section of an entertainment center unit kit that I bought and assembled. The cool part however, were the paneled walls that were ledged about 4 feet up. So, I could spread out maybe 30 or 40 of the most frequently played albums up top and keep the rest below in the unit. Hard to believe I’ve been away from that medium for around 25 years! Those are Zu Omens (the latest Dirty Weekend Specials). Zu Audio. Thanks! |
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Post by 405x5 on Oct 3, 2021 14:35:11 GMT -5
Those are Zu Omens (the latest Dirty Weekend Specials). Zu Audio. Thanks! Yes I saw part of one of his videos along with Gutenberg and another. They underscore the most important thing of all. You’ve got to find a way to listen. Right behind that; the ballpark on what you have to spend. Last but not least the room. I still maintain the space and acoustics are the least understood part of the whole deal. The more you can raise that level of understanding the better you’ll end up in your space. Listening to some of those guys talk after a while can be really painful. |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 3, 2021 16:54:15 GMT -5
Yes I saw part of one of his videos along with Gutenberg and another. They underscore the most important thing of all. You’ve got to find a way to listen. Right behind that; the ballpark on what you have to spend. Last but not least the room. I still maintain the space and acoustics are the least understood part of the whole deal. The more you can raise that level of understanding the better you’ll end up in your space. Listening to some of those guys talk after a while can be really painful. The reviewer in the above videos Jason was just over my place this last Saturday. Very much enjoyed his personal company and advice. |
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Post by 405x5 on Oct 3, 2021 18:00:19 GMT -5
Yes I saw part of one of his videos along with Gutenberg and another. They underscore the most important thing of all. You’ve got to find a way to listen. Right behind that; the ballpark on what you have to spend. Last but not least the room. I still maintain the space and acoustics are the least understood part of the whole deal. The more you can raise that level of understanding the better you’ll end up in your space. Listening to some of those guys talk after a while can be really painful. The reviewer in the above videos Jason was just over my place this last Saturday. Very much enjoyed his personal company and advice. Well then! (You have an “edge” most decidedly) did he bring anything over to test? |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 3, 2021 20:33:02 GMT -5
The reviewer in the above videos Jason was just over my place this last Saturday. Very much enjoyed his personal company and advice. Well then! (You have an “edge” most decidedly) did he bring anything over to test? Naa, just his ears and discernment.  Can't wait to hear some of his gear in person. I haven't any direct tube listening experience or vinyl so I can't wait! |
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Post by novisnick on Oct 3, 2021 21:24:25 GMT -5
Well then! (You have an “edge” most decidedly) did he bring anything over to test? Naa, just his ears and discernment. Can't wait to hear some of his gear in person. I haven't any direct tube listening experience or vinyl so I can't wait! Always welcome at EmoSouth. I’d love to hear your system some day. Good long drive for sure! |
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Post by AudioHTIT on Oct 4, 2021 10:57:24 GMT -5
Yes, I use lots of (cherry) edge banding, and the 3/4” width like you linked usually doesn’t need to be trimmed like the 13/16” or 7/8” you often see, just a light sanding will give a nice finish with 3/4” plywood (which is actually 23/32”). |
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Post by housetech on Oct 6, 2021 11:54:35 GMT -5
Home Depot sell 3/4" wood edging that fits well with minor sanding.
Hand plane the edges, lightly sand then use pin brads & glue to fasten.
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Post by dsonyay on Oct 9, 2021 9:45:32 GMT -5
Almost done  I’m not too worried about the edges. Nothing fancy here. Maybe next one I’ll play around with more. Also… save a lot of time and energy.. paint or stain prior to assembly. It would be soooooo much easier |
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Post by AudioHTIT on Oct 9, 2021 10:49:47 GMT -5
Almost done I’m not too worried about the edges. Nothing fancy here. Maybe next one I’ll play around with more. Also… save a lot of time and energy.. paint or stain prior to assembly. It would be soooooo much easier How do you get in the back seat with them mounted like that? 😉 They look good! (Can I get a pair for my Subaru in Wilderness Green?) |
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Post by novisnick on Oct 9, 2021 11:33:19 GMT -5
Almost done I’m not too worried about the edges. Nothing fancy here. Maybe next one I’ll play around with more. Also… save a lot of time and energy.. paint or stain prior to assembly. It would be soooooo much easier They look great! You did a beautiful job on them! Enjoy |
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Post by dsonyay on Oct 10, 2021 13:39:36 GMT -5
Almost done I’m not too worried about the edges. Nothing fancy here. Maybe next one I’ll play around with more. Also… save a lot of time and energy.. paint or stain prior to assembly. It would be soooooo much easier They look great! You did a beautiful job on them! Enjoy Thanks! Wasn't very easy to do the staining. Very hard to reach things under the top shelf and inside area. Lesson learned: stain or paint everything after the wood is cut… would make it very easy.. and just a little touch up after assembly. |
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Post by dsonyay on Oct 10, 2021 13:40:15 GMT -5
Almost done I’m not too worried about the edges. Nothing fancy here. Maybe next one I’ll play around with more. Also… save a lot of time and energy.. paint or stain prior to assembly. It would be soooooo much easier How do you get in the back seat with them mounted like that? 😉 They look good! (Can I get a pair for my Subaru in Wilderness Green?) You guys have and Outback or Forester? |
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Post by AudioHTIT on Oct 10, 2021 13:45:18 GMT -5
How do you get in the back seat with them mounted like that? 😉 They look good! (Can I get a pair for my Subaru in Wilderness Green?) You guys have and Outback or Forester? Outback! |
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Post by audiobill on Oct 10, 2021 14:56:15 GMT -5
New Outback for my wife here. Big enough for audio component boxes….
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