Club Polks DIY Headphone stand thread ;)

gudnoyez

http://www.head-fi.org/t/249671/the-diy-headphone-stand-thread/1575

I got inspired by this thread over at head-fi I read every page and decided to give it a go
Here is a cell phone picture of my Polk Audio Headphone stand. I apologize took picture is not the best it's not finished yet will fasten it together tomorrow. I cut the board 8×8 used Varathane stain Cabrienit color for the top minwax black for the bottom sides and minwax polyurethane to seal.

I used a laser level holder and painted it black, It has a slide front so you can slide in any picture you want I used a part of the box my Hinges came in. I'm going to put a scotch command strip hook on the top back for cable management. My Polk headphones will look pretty classy hanging on this here stand, without further adieu here is a picture of the soon to be assembled stand.


I will post a picture of the finished project tomorrow, anyone else have a picture of a DIY Headphone stand? That thread over at Head-fi is an interesting read lots of good Ideas for sure.

gudnoyez

Sorry bout the sideways picture will take a shot of the finished project with the digital camera and post it tomorrow.

gudnoyez

I just might hang a pair of Polk Buckles on it got a deal on a pair on Rakuten I just checked out, so I will hang either the Hinges or the Buckles on this stand.

mrbiron

1" dowel
1/2" dowel
Michaels Hobby Shop base
Semi gloss mahogany paint.
All in about $15.

Through it together in an afternoon. It serves its purpose.

teekay0007

gudnoyez wrote: »

Sorry bout the sideways picture will take a shot of the finished project with the digital camera and post it tomorrow.

Looks good, Steve! Pretty creative, on your part. I'm looking forward to seeing the finished product - in focus (and upright) this time, please.

gudnoyez

Couple of shots from the front and a rear view of the scotch command cable management. Any picture will slide in the front. I Used a little backer rod where the headband rests for cushion. I will have to head over to Head-Fi and place my entry.

gudnoyez

mrbiron wrote: »

1" dowel
1/2" dowel
Michaels Hobby Shop base
Semi gloss mahogany paint.
All in about $15.

Through it together in an afternoon. It serves its purpose.

Looks good some nice cable management you got going on there.

gudnoyez

Yeah being able to change pictures is cool if your in a Todd Rundgren mood, Neil Young & Crazy Horse mood or perhaps a little Outlaws your good. The opportunities are endless a picture of your Wife whatever mood your in.

mrbiron

Not a bad idea on the backer rod. Maybe a piece of pipe insulation. I'm going to grab a piece at work tomorrow.

Yours looks good and serves a purpose. Nice job.

ambiophonics

Very cool. Here is what I use - can anyone guess what this was intended for orignally?

EndersShadow

Bananas

ambiophonics

EndersShadow wrote: »

Bananas

Nope, although it could work for that too.

gudnoyez

ambiophonics wrote: »

Very cool. Here is what I use - can anyone guess what this was intended for orignally?

After checking out the couple hundred pages of the DIY thread over at head-fi, my guess would be a toilet paper holder. It serves it's purpose and you got some real use out of it looks good.

gudnoyez

My stand is making a road trip to its new owner to display a new pair of Polk headphones so it's staying in the Polk family hopefully he posts a picture of the new cans on this here display I will miss it but making another one as I have a new pair of Polk Buckles on the way.

EndersShadow

ambiophonics wrote: »

EndersShadow wrote: »

Bananas

Nope, although it could work for that too.

gudnoyez wrote: »

ambiophonics wrote: »

Very cool. Here is what I use - can anyone guess what this was intended for orignally?

After checking out the couple hundred pages of the DIY thread over at head-fi, my guess would be a toilet paper holder. It serves it's purpose and you got some real use out of it looks good.

I bet your right... I was looking on my phone and the pic was dark...

I know LOTS of folks use banana holders like these for their headphones...

ambiophonics

It's actually an orchestra triangle holder - they come in various sizes too!

mrbiron

Let me guess, you just happen to have an orchestra triangle holder lying around the house and said, Meh, that'll do

Nothing on this forum surprises me anymore. We are but a crafty people.....

On a side note, i see you bought the Bugle II? Yay or nay?

ambiophonics

mrbiron wrote: »

Let me guess, you just happen to have an orchestra triangle holder lying around the house and said, Meh, that'll do

Nothing on this forum surprises me anymore. We are but a crafty people.....

On a side note, i see you bought the Bugle II? Yay or nay?

I work for a music company and we are resourceful people -

http://www.westmusic.com/p/prodel-pdhp12-headphone-stand-12-262828?origin=product-search&utm_source=googlebase&utm_medium=comparsionshopping&aff=5115&gclid=CPjPxbyG-8MCFQ6CaQodS5MAcQ

Notice my headphones made the photo shoot!

I'm digging the bugle, it sounds really nice on well recorded vinyl, nice imaging and good bass extension, much better than what I was using. My only complaint would be it has no shielding and is pretty sensitive to placement, I wanted to showcase it on top of the audio stand but ended up having to stash it behind to prevent interference. Overall a great purchase.

EndersShadow

mrbiron wrote: »

Let me guess, you just happen to have an orchestra triangle holder lying around the house and said, Meh, that'll do

I think he's lying... its REALLY for MORE COWBELL!!!!!!!!!!

WLDock

Always used a clip on to the music stand triangle holder for two mallet pieces....never used a stand. What a great idea to use the stand for headphones.

Here's a candle holder stand that might work....might even hold two? Could mount it to a larger wood base for stability.
http://www.100candles.com/i-9461/Square-Metal-Lantern-Hanger-Stand-Crane-Brushed-Green-Paint-On-Brown

mrbiron

Is that like a headphone-murse?

PolkieMan

Another good one is bathroom towel stands