My studio/music room is only 9' X 9' and it was really packed. Since joining AK, I've been reading threads on the best components for a small room, layout, furniture refinishing, you name it. Tonight I managed to get the first installment done with the help of my son.
A few weeks ago I picked up a free Nivico/JVC console. It was solid state and the reel to reel was missing, the tuner was screwed up and the TT was pretty sad. The console itself was almost spotless. I made the decision to gut the console, refinish it and use it for a stand for my Denon DP-2000 TT ($14.99) and Kenwood KR-4600 receiver ($45.00). The first picture shows the set up.
I found an old record cabinet for $5.00 which will contain my most listened to LPs. On top are my Denon DR-M10 cassette player ($7.00) and a JVC XL-R5000 CD recorder ($14.99). On top of the cassette deck are the Stax Electret Earspeakers I picked up last week ($10.00). To the right is one of my ADS L570/2 speakers ($10.00). The cabinets of the ADS were rough so I sanded them down and restained them. In front of the speaker is an artist mannequin I found at GW for $2.00. It brought back fond memories of the old Stereo Review covers where one was frequently featured. Gave the mannequin a coat of stain to make him look older (like me).
There is still quite a bit of work to do. I'm painting the room and adding artwork and some sculpture. I'll add pictures as I go along. Thanks for all the great ideas and photos that gave me the inspiration.:thmbsp: