I usually try to find Vintage or Danish stereo consoles but since my new tube amp weighs 68 lbs., I've had to get creative. My main concern is not to have a rack with reflective surfaces. But something heavy, wooden and well ventilated with the right proportions is tough to find these days.
I have Mapleshade LP racks which are well constructed solid oak. I put my LPs in these racks but I bought 2 extra racks and drilled some holes for push-in shelf standards for my lighter equipment. For the top, I made a simple oak ply where the amp and TT sit. It is very solid and acoustically sweet. Plus the way the LPs and equipment blend together look pretty nice.
I placed this on the side walls so my speakers had nothing between them on the end wall. Now in my new place, the rack is on the end wall...sounds pretty good. It's also relatively cheap...and looks 'right' and also low key.
I have Mapleshade LP racks which are well constructed solid oak. I put my LPs in these racks but I bought 2 extra racks and drilled some holes for push-in shelf standards for my lighter equipment. For the top, I made a simple oak ply where the amp and TT sit. It is very solid and acoustically sweet. Plus the way the LPs and equipment blend together look pretty nice.
I placed this on the side walls so my speakers had nothing between them on the end wall. Now in my new place, the rack is on the end wall...sounds pretty good. It's also relatively cheap...and looks 'right' and also low key.