Laptop, Drum Machine, CDJ or Whatever Stand

Thanks to reader Mark for pointing out this useful hack from Ikeahacker. Using a pair of $9 Slinga brackets and some wood creates this laptop stand. Because the brackets are not connected until you add a top all manner of custom sizes can be created. Use a Lack shelf for a desk over-bridge perhaps? These would be great for DJ use too.

Workstations

We all know how expensive studio workstations are & frankly, the few I've owned have been pretty shoddy in terms of their strength & durability, and what's with the black on black anyway? Again from Ikea Hacker is this tremendous set up utilizing the Vika system & Lack shelf with some very clever modifications. Even if you don't need the sliding keyboard the Vika itself, combined with the racks outlined below would make for a great, low cost workstation (and one that the significant other might actually approve of).

Racks Pt. 2

This is another Ikea bedside table, the Corras. Slightly more expensive than the Rast at $29.99 but still cheaper than anything from Middle Atlantic. Plus it's got a choice of 3 finishes.

Racks Pt. 1

Courtesy of the always excellent Ikea Hacker comes this from Paul's Music Studio. Utilizing a $15 Ikea bedside table and some rack rails he has created some very functional and attractive racks (less than $25 total). Check your local Ikea for the stainable/paintable table, then find a great selection of rails at Markertek.