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Clamp-On Studio Monitor Stands

January 17, 2025 by Ben Domaschenz

Clamp-On Studio Monitor Stands For any serious music producer or audio engineer, proper speaker placement is paramount. The right positioning can dramatically improve your mixing accuracy and listening experience. While dedicated studio monitor stands are ideal, they often come with a hefty price tag. That’s where a little DIY ingenuity can save the day (and your wallet).Modifying Clamp-On Studio Monitor Stands to Work on Our Studio Desk

Modifying Clamp-On Studio Monitor Stands to Work on Our Studio Desk

Like many home studio enthusiasts, we’ve been looking for cost-effective ways to optimize our setup. We knew elevating our monitors off the desk would make a significant difference, but didn’t want to break the bank on new stands. That’s when we stumbled across a pair of clamp-on studio monitor stands on Facebook Marketplace for a fraction of the cost of new ones. Problem solved, right? Almost.

Here is the Amazon Link

The Problem with Clamps

Clamp-on stands are fantastic for desks with an overhanging edge, designed to secure via a simple clamping mechanism. The problem we faced was that our studio desk, which is an older cabinet desk, doesn’t have enough of an overhang for the clamps to work effectively. The clamps simply couldn’t grip securely. This meant we had to get a bit creative.

The Solution: Drill & Bolt

Instead of abandoning our marketplace treasure, we decided to modify the stands, turning the clamp-on design into a bolt-on solution. The idea was simple: bypass the clamps entirely and secure the stands directly to the sides of our cabinet desk.

Here’s how we did it:

Modifying Clamp-On Studio Monitor Stands to Work on Our Studio Desk – VIDEO

The Steps:

  1. Prep the Stands: First, we carefully examined the clamp mechanism. We determined the best places to drill into the clamp assembly, ensuring we could bypass the clamping system entirely and attach it directly to the cabinet desk.
  2. Drill the Holes: Using a metal drill bit appropriate for the stand material, we carefully drilled pilot holes into the designated areas of the clamp assembly. We repeated this process for both stands making sure the holes were in the same spot.
  3. Prep the Desk: Next, we determined exactly where we wanted the stands to be placed. We then used the stands as a template to mark where the new holes needed to be drilled. This part may be more difficult with different desks so measure twice cut once!
  4. Drill the Desk: Using a drill bit appropriate for the desk material this time we drilled the pilot holes we just marked. Again, we made sure these holes were in the same spot on both sides.
  5. Bolt it All Together: Finally, we used ¼” countersink machine screws to bolt the stands directly to the sides of our cabinet desk. Using a countersink screw allows for the bolt head not intefere with the drawer operation. We tightened everything up, ensuring the stands were solid and secure.

A Sound Success

The result? Studio monitor stands that are not only functional but also surprisingly sturdy. By spending time and very little resources this solution was perfect for our situation. But the most significant improvement came in the sound quality. With our monitors elevated off the desk surface, the audio is noticeably clearer, with improved stereo imaging and a more accurate frequency response. The sound is so much better with the speakers elevated off the desk!

This small project has made a significant impact on our studio, and it highlights the value of thinking outside the box. Sometimes, a little DIY modification is all it takes to get the gear you need without breaking the bank. If you spot a set of monitor stands that are nearly perfect but just need a little adjustment, don’t be afraid to get your drill out! You might just find the perfect, cost-effective solution for your own studio.

Key Takeaways:

  • Cost effective: Save money by buying used or inexpensive stands.
  • Improved Sound: Elevating your monitors dramatically improves clarity and accuracy.
  • Creative problem solving: Never be afraid to modify your gear and find solutions.

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