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Need cabinetry/shelving advice

Can anybody please direct me to manufacturers of sturdy shelving or cabinetry for audio equipment? It has to be attractive enough to gain the approval of my wife, while being sturdy enough to support my SOTA Sapphire turntable. On top of all of this, I can't spend a fortune on this furniture... $500 or less, if that's possible, would do it. Thanks for any and all advice!
rebbi
oregon
608 posts
 
Ikea, or Salamander (used) are good options.
The Expedite by Ikea is excellent for LPs and the top can be used for your turntable. See it online.
rebbi OP
1,319 posts
 
Thanks, guys. I'd never have thought of Ikea. And Oregon, thanks for recommending a specific line... their web site's a little overwhelming!
tvad
9,467 posts
 
If you find a Salamander Synergy, there are a few tweaks that will help the isolation aspect of the unit including sorbothane, Neuance platforms (used), or Salamander replacement shelves made by Composite Products (expensive relative to the Salamander cabinet).
elevick
2,439 posts
 
My Sota is on Ikea now but is usually on shot filled salamander. Personally, I'd go with a wall mount in my concrete wall if I could decide on the location I liked. Keep in mind how much room the dust cover needs when opened too.
rebbi OP
1,319 posts
 
Just to let everybody know...

I ended up getting a media stand at Crate and Barrel. It's a "Kingston Media Console." Rock solid.... really, the thing is very well put together. And it's on sale right now, too: $449 plus shipping. Very high WAF! :-)
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