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Looking for a decent desk.

Max $300 USD.
Was looking at these 2 models, but any other recommendations appreciated. Keyboard tray a priority, or at least enough space to put my keyboard and midi controller on as well. Probably going to be using speaker stands for monitors, so speaker platforms not necessary. Rackspace optional, as I dont need it now, but perhaps in the future.



http://www.musiciansfriend.com/acce..._rdir=1&nN=true
^Like this one, but no keyboard tray.



http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000139DL8...=I2B6IJLUBZFOHR
^Like this but dont really need the speaker platforms, though I guess I could put my audio card and shit on em. No rackspace tho.

If you don't need speaker plinths or rackspace

I haven't used either of these myself, but I will say the 1st one looks to be far better; you have way more room for seating positions (and the first one looks restricted) and it also looks way better constructed.

Don't let the keyboard be a deal breaker - it's piss easy to install an aftermarket one or even make one yourself to be added.

Re: Looking for a decent desk.

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Originally posted by kadomony http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000139DL8...=I2B6IJLUBZFOHR ^Like this but dont really need the speaker platforms, though I guess I could put my audio card and shit on em. No rackspace tho.

I have the Creation Station, which is the older, bigger brother to this one. I've had it for 6 years or so and it's been a great desk, considering the price. That said, I think tehlord and RANN's suggestions are good - if you don't need the rack space or speaker platforms, look for a decent office desk and add a keyboard tray.

One thing to consider, though, is the height of your video monitor(s). Many of the dedicated studio desks have monitor stands that elevate your monitor too high, such that you're looking up at them. That's not ideal, and obviously there's no way to lower them. With an office desk/table, you can elevate the monitors to the proper viewing angle using the monitor's own built-in stand and/or a cheap video monitor stand (or books, etc.). I personally use my Creation Station as a music workstation only, and have my computer at a separate desk. The monitor stand is too high on the Creation Station IMO.

What city are you at? I have one just like the top one that I need to get rid off.

Thanks guys, looks like I'll be aiming for the top one in my OP. tehlord, I have something similar now. Basically a huge rectangular chunky beat-up thing from ikea. It was on clearance though and pretty bulky, and I'm probably going to be moving stuff around once I start adding sound treatment. I think the casters on the top one would help with that.

RANN, I'm in Philadelphia, PA.

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Originally posted by kadomony RANN, I'm in Philadelphia, PA.

You do realize it was Woody, and not RANN, who asked that question, right?

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Originally posted by itsamemario You do realize it was Woody, and not RANN, who asked that question, right?

i'm only on my first cup of coffee, cut me some slack

... Oh NM, I'm in LA.

This is the one I have, it's in my garage just collecting dust.

http://www.music123.com/accessories...546550000257000

Ah yeah that would be pretty cool. Thanks for the offer!

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Originally posted by DjWoody ... Oh NM, I'm in LA.

Fuck, if I had the storage place I'd drive over and get it. Where are you at btw?

i don't get why every desk seems to have the screen at an angle that will kill your back. You should be looking down not up. Most people would be better served with a very simple stand for screens , mouse , keyboard, piano which can extend past and allow room for stands.

my old setup which is pretty much my new setup except the room is bigger. Speakers at ear level. Looking down at the perfect angle. And a piano all using a basic wooden rectangle. If the desk won't allow you to sit with your legs and back at the right angles looking at the right angle, it isn't worth paying for.

And with IPS monitors, you can your screenss almost horizontal now. it is not normal looking up and if you spend any amount of time , you are going to fuck up your back.

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Originally posted by Looney4Clooney it is not normal looking up and if you spend any amount of time , you are going to fuck up your back.

This.

Ergonomically, your eyes should be level with the top of your computer screen. Desks like the "Creation Station" make your monitor so high that if you look directly forward, you aren't even looking at your screen anymore; you're looking at the base of your monitor stand.

Shit desks, IMO. Buy a plain desk and then fit it out as appropriate.

buy a flat desk and get a cabinet maker to knock a couple boxes up for monitors or buy some stands problem solved.

I have recently been looking at getting a desk. i just went to ikea got from there and utilised my stands that i previously had for my monitors. Even if you need rack space you can get something made up as well or plenty of pre made stuff about - but after all that, is it cheaper to buy one all ready to go?

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Originally posted by echosystm This. Ergonomically, your eyes should be level with the top of your computer screen. Desks like the "Creation Station" make your monitor so high that if you look directly forward, you aren't even looking at your screen anymore; you're looking at the base of your monitor stand. Shit desks, IMO. Buy a plain desk and then fit it out as appropriate.

yes i agree !!!

Interesting, will have to look into that. As it is I tend to slouch to see my monitor, so I'll have to find a good balance of tilt and height and watch my posture, I suppose.

Agree with L4C's comments. I tried a desk with the monitors on a shelf and hated the uncomfortable viewing angle. Ended up building my own desk.

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