# Non Ikea DJ Setup **URL:** \ **Category:** Chat\ **Created:** [February 7, 2022, 8:42pm UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992 "2022-02-07T20:42:59Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![byedit](https://forum.testpressing.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/b/96bed5/32.png) [@byedit](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/byedit)\ **Post date:** [February 7, 2022, 8:42pm UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/1 "2022-02-07T20:42:59Z")
Hello, I am looking for a non-Ikea setup for my decks and records (I probably need 8-10 _cubes_ for my records at the moment). Greetings from a retired DJ. ---
**Author:** ![don\_milano](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/don_milano/32/72_2.png) [@don\_milano](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/don_milano)\ **Post date:** [February 7, 2022, 10:18pm UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/2 "2022-02-07T22:18:04Z")
I think you’ll want some plywood cabinets then. Only problem is the surface is a bit rough, so could cause extra wear on the sleeve bottom edge. The IKEA laminated surfaces are super smooth. Plywood looks great though. You could put the records in plastic sleeves but they make it more difficult to squeeze records into a tight space. ---
**Author:** ![shake](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/shake/32/31925_2.png) [@shake](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/shake)\ **Post date:** [February 7, 2022, 11:17pm UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/3 "2022-02-07T23:17:28Z")
I am still sporting the Ikea shelves but have had my sights set on Vitsoe for years now. Expensive but worth saving up for. You can buy as much or as little as you like and it’s all interchangeable. Comes in black, white and silver. > **[Gallery | 606 Universal Shelving System | Vitsœ](https://www.vitsoe.com/gb/606/gallery)** > > Modular furniture ideas for home, office and work spaces for adults and kids, library, retail … with the 606 Shelving System. Design Dieter Rams, 1960 ![image](https://forum.testpressing.org/uploads/default/original/2X/f/fe4dbe86da776a6024e2cd3c48a0cddfb8406cd8.jpeg) ![image](https://forum.testpressing.org/uploads/default/original/2X/d/dfe2466556d73780d5ab9a2cf0a7c679801970b3.jpeg) ![image](https://forum.testpressing.org/uploads/default/original/2X/1/1db1432a62954a8d483a42357d58d261820c2df1.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![robob](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/robob/32/6164_2.png) [@robob](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/robob)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2022, 9:00am UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/4 "2022-02-08T09:00:50Z")
This English company make some nice ones, not Ikea prices tho 🙂 > **[lagomstudiouk | Etsy UK](https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/lagomstudiouk)** > > You searched for: lagomstudiouk! Discover the unique items that lagomstudiouk creates. At Etsy, we pride ourselves on our global community of sellers. Each Etsy seller helps contribute to a global marketplace of creative goods. By supporting... ---
**Author:** ![bellio](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/bellio/32/4186_2.png) [@bellio](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/bellio)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2022, 10:27am UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/5 "2022-02-08T10:27:34Z")
Super nice. You could do something similar with String shelving -[Living room - inspiration to create a flexible and modern living room - String Furniture](https://stringfurniture.com/inspiration/living-room) The Tylko stuff looks good too - [https://tylko.com/](https://tylko.com/) All quite pricey options though. Might cost less to get something bespoke made by a joiner. Got a couple of the EKET units, still IKEA but a nice change from the KALLAX/EXPEDIT [EKET Cabinet combination with legs, dark grey/wood, 140x35x80 cm - IKEA](https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/p/eket-cabinet-combination-with-legs-dark-grey-wood-s19386101/#content) ---
**Author:** ![Gavin](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/gavin/32/2532_2.png) [@Gavin](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/Gavin)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2022, 10:44am UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/6 "2022-02-08T10:44:02Z")
> [@bellio](#): > > Super nice. You could do something similar with String shelving -[Living room - inspiration to create a flexible and modern living room - String Furniture](https://stringfurniture.com/inspiration/living-room) This is what happens when you give a stylist free reign and they have credit at the prop house. ---
**Author:** ![byedit](https://forum.testpressing.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/b/96bed5/32.png) [@byedit](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/byedit)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2022, 11:28am UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/7 "2022-02-08T11:28:32Z")
Thanks for all of the suggestions! ---
**Author:** ![Gavin](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/gavin/32/2532_2.png) [@Gavin](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/Gavin)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2022, 12:07pm UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/8 "2022-02-08T12:07:29Z")
![IMG_3777](https://forum.testpressing.org/uploads/default/original/2X/d/d7b7f1e694ed0bb1788da4d8a1d4c920c2230aa2.jpeg) +1 for the Vitsoe, will last a lifetime, have it all over the house, great investment. Reminds me I need to tidy my ‘Office’. ---
**Author:** ![shake](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/shake/32/31925_2.png) [@shake](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/shake)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2022, 2:02pm UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/9 "2022-02-08T14:02:47Z")
Nice. It works out at roughly the same price as professional joinery but you can alter it when you want and take it with you when you move. I love the stuff. ---
**Author:** ![don\_milano](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/don_milano/32/72_2.png) [@don\_milano](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/don_milano)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2022, 2:12pm UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/10 "2022-02-08T14:12:25Z")
I would avoid wide shelves without dividers. Had a unit like that and depending on which way the records were leaning it was difficult getting records in and out. Got to have cubes. ---
**Author:** ![SoKeys](https://forum.testpressing.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/s/839c29/32.png) [@SoKeys](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/SoKeys)\ **Post date:** [February 8, 2022, 6:56pm UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/11 "2022-02-08T18:56:12Z")
recommend these guys, good value and also take custom orders > **[Cube Storage, vinyl storage Unit](https://www.fletcherandmils.com/collections/bookcases-toy-boxes-and-storage-units/products/cube-storage-unit)** > > Cube storage units, perfect for vinyl storage, toy storage and more. Beautifully handmade cube storage units - very handy for vinyl record collections like an antique style Ikea Kallax ---
**Author:** ![dubtechno](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/dubtechno/32/15528_2.png) [@dubtechno](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/dubtechno)\ **Post date:** [February 10, 2022, 1:40am UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/12 "2022-02-10T01:40:53Z")
Classic thread > **[Record Bin From single 4 x 8 Sheet of Plywood - Plans](https://www.audiokarma.org/forums/index.php?threads%2Frecord-bin-from-single-4-x-8-sheet-of-plywood-plans.337891%2F)** > > Another member built one of these and I needed something to occupy my mind a bit. So I mocked one up in Solidworks to see what I could come up with.... Non front facing basic shelf [https://www.discogs.com/group/thread/538322](https://www.discogs.com/group/thread/538322) ---
**Author:** ![ufstylus](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/ufstylus/32/20924_2.png) [@ufstylus](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/ufstylus)\ **Post date:** [February 13, 2022, 6:59pm UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/13 "2022-02-13T18:59:32Z")
Bought my DJ set up from here, though it seems to have gone up in price since I did about 5 years ago, made up of their cubes with a hard top for my turntables/mixer. It’s really sturdy and they are happy to do custom builds. > **[Desks – Sound Desks by Kernow Carpentry](https://sounddesks.co.uk/product-category/dj1625502771/djdesks/)** > > Sound Desks DJ tables are the choice of thousands of DJ’s in the UK. All DJ products are designed by DJ’s for DJ’s. Manufactured in house and cannot be found for sale anywhere else. Strong, Stable and at a comfortable height so you can play for hours... ---
**Author:** ![shake](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/shake/32/31925_2.png) [@shake](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/shake)\ **Post date:** [June 7, 2023, 11:39am UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/14 "2023-06-07T11:39:44Z")
Good point. I didn’t realise until recently but Vitsoe supply these bookend things which solve the problem. ![Screenshot 2023-06-07 at 12.38.35](https://forum.testpressing.org/uploads/default/original/3X/1/1/11cf8d6c6a84b5d22a03704b5b8155534988921e.jpeg) They come in low or tall versions. ---
**Author:** ![Chris](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/chris/32/13168_2.png) [@Chris](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/Chris)\ **Post date:** [June 7, 2023, 3:18pm UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/15 "2023-06-07T15:18:41Z")
Now obsessed with Vitsœ after reading this thread 🤦🏽‍♂️ This sloping shelf is also great for CDJ’s (not that I own any) ![IMG_2211](https://forum.testpressing.org/uploads/default/original/3X/a/c/ac03a64296c7a4999131d133272424dbb725facf.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Gavin](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/gavin/32/2532_2.png) [@Gavin](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/Gavin)\ **Post date:** [June 7, 2023, 3:39pm UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/16 "2023-06-07T15:39:03Z")
Really is the best, well worth saving up for. Takes a while to fit if your house like ours is all over the place, but do’able if you take your time. ---
**Author:** ![shake](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/shake/32/31925_2.png) [@shake](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/shake)\ **Post date:** [June 7, 2023, 5:06pm UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/17 "2023-06-07T17:06:04Z")
I got a quote and am going to take the plunge! ---
**Author:** ![jolyon](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/jolyon/32/32255_2.png) [@jolyon](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/jolyon)\ **Post date:** [June 7, 2023, 8:40pm UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/18 "2023-06-07T20:40:04Z")
You’ll never regret buying vitsoe and it doesn’t really lose its value even if you move somewhere else and don’t need it any more. Also it lasts forever and can handle a lot of LPs. ---
**Author:** ![Tomi\_V](https://forum.testpressing.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/t/5daacb/32.png) [@Tomi\_V](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/Tomi_V)\ **Post date:** [June 8, 2023, 2:13pm UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/19 "2023-06-08T14:13:56Z")
aye best shelving units we bought, great if you end up moving they can go with you. ---
**Author:** ![shake](https://forum.testpressing.org/user_avatar/forum.testpressing.org/shake/32/31925_2.png) [@shake](https://forum.testpressing.org/u/shake)\ **Post date:** [December 16, 2023, 3:48pm UTC](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992/20 "2023-12-16T15:48:30Z")
Just need to fill them now. Beyond Excited. ![IMG_7545](https://forum.testpressing.org/uploads/default/original/3X/e/f/ef569131308fe5eab5d57062119e49d715f25aab.jpeg) [Next page](https://forum.testpressing.org/t/non-ikea-dj-setup/2992.md?page=2)