Room / Equipment guide

Studio desks & racks

Arrange the room around listening, reach, ventilation, and service access.

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Start with your setup

Choose a desk around the monitor position and the controls you touch during a session. A deep reflective surface between speakers and ears can complicate monitoring. Rack height, keyboard clearance, and the distance to the screen should support the way you record and edit.

Choose for the session

Rack units describe front-panel height, not usable depth or ventilation requirements. Allow room for rear connectors, cable bends, power supplies, and airflow. Heavy equipment may need appropriate support rather than hanging only from the front ears. A serviceable setup is easier to repair and expand.

Before you buy

  • Equipment depth and rear cable clearance
  • Ventilation and manufacturer mounting requirements
  • Seated reach and monitor placement

Put it into practice

Gain staging in the DAW

Further reading

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