BDI OLA 8137 Media stand. Unbox, setup and review thoughts.

Really nice, with a few things to watch out for. I have lots of old components that are going to be upgraded in the future. This is the stand I chose to hold it all together. My thoughts and impressions. What I liked and did not like.
*Note: all products shown are purchased outright. I have no affiliations with any manufacturer of these products I review.
Link to product page: www.bdiusa.com...
1:01 Unboxing
1:23 Dusty top - grrrr
2:23 Taking out interior components ready to move the unit inside
3:00 Unboxing leg stands
3:19 Drill hole leg stand issue
3:49 Installing wheel legs
4:13 Leg / Wheesl slide test
4:28 Center piece support discussion / drilling new access hole
6:13 Shelf pins and side measurements
7:24 Birds and rats nest of unsightly wires everywhere
7:35 Self closing hinges / siide glass doors and plastic laminate sides
7:55 Leveler hole issue
8:16 Summary of likes
8:56 Summary of dislikes
PC Audio, owner Michael Wilson terrific help with my order: www.pcaudio.ca...
Enjoy
Rob

[@shamarlawrence9429]

Great review, I also own BDI Ola 8137 white, its a fantastic TV stand, thank you for a detailed unboxing and review of BDI Ola 8137 brown!

[@Rob.C]

Thanks! Glad you are enjoying yours. Finally setup most of my new system with large screen OLED and hardwired surround sound speakers. Lost count of the amount of times I had to move the stand out and back again to fine tune the setup. Really loving those wheels!

[@MOBROOKS]

I’m thinking about getting the white one. How is the finish on the top. Is it hard to keep clean? Also what size and make tv do you have on to of it? (If you don’t mind me asking. I’m looking to put a 75” tcl with split legs on top of mine Hoping it fits well.

[@shamarlawrence9429]

@@MOBROOKS You should get it, its a smooth surface on top, I just wipe off dust using a microfiber towel. I have a 65in Z9D on mine but you can definitely fit a 75in TV no problem

[@MOBROOKS]

@@shamarlawrence9429 Thanks for the advice brother. I really appreciate it.

[@Rob.C]

Edit: re-uploaded - fixed typo & short additional sequence included. Finally doing something about the living room setup. After years of looking for and decided to get this media center. Timestamps: 1:01 Unboxing 1:23 Dusty top - grrrr 2:23 Taking out interior components ready to move the unit inside 3:00 Unboxing leg stands3:19 Drill hole leg stand issue 3:49 Installing wheel legs4:13 Leg / Wheesl slide test 4:28 Center piece support discussion / drilling new access hole 6:13 Shelf pins and side measurements 7:24 Birds and rats nest of unsightly wires everywhere 7:35 Self closing hinges / siide glass doors and plastic laminate sides7:55 Leveler hole issue 8:16 Summary of likes 8:56 Summary of dislikes *Note: all products shown are purchased outright. I have no affiliations with any manufacturer of these products I review. Link to product page: www.bdiusa.com/products/ola-8137-curved-modern-tv-stand-media-console

[@joelombardi4907]

Wish I could get this unit, but it's discontinued. I think at the time of your video, the model was already a few years old. Actually I think it came out in 2014, so you are lucky to still get one. All of their other current models are way too expensive, although I'm sure they are nice.

[@Rob.C]

I did not know this was discontinued. That's too bad, it's a really good unit. I see Trutone Electronics in Ontario Canada currently still advertising it. (Not sure if they still have any stock left.) Crutchfield US and Canada not carrying it anymore. I did a quick search and there is a current listing on Kijiji Toronto for one. Looks like it's in really good condition too - only missing the glass center shelf. Keep an eye out for second hand sales, might get lucky that way. On a side note: If I had to buy another TV stand in the future, I'd just build one myself with wheels similar to this unit. It might not look as nice - but it will just as functional.

[@joelombardi4907]

@@Rob.C It was discontinued as of December 2021. Any stock would probably be hard to find. I can probably find a gently used one, but then I'm taking a chance. There are not too many units that have hidden wheels. I like that feature alot.

[@Glad2BGolden]

@@Rob.CI wanted one a few years ago but it was out of my budget. Now that I want one it’s discontinued. 😢

[@lastsonofthewest2444]

Good thing you used a "4k" camcorder to document, as I am sure, legally, 1080P not only would be summarily dismissed by a judge and jury...they would also mock you. :-) Nice cabinet!

[@Rob.C]

Haha... Hey now, better to zoom in and see things clearer! :) My trusty old Sony AX100 is still kicking and my main go to camera. I find recording in 4K and then editing it to 1080p is so much clearer in terms of PQ when viewed afterwards on a large screen / monitor.

[@darrinansari9523]

Excellent Review content and format!

[@Rob.C]

Thanks Darrin! Appreciate it. Take it easy.

[@TheLevitatingChin]

8:20 Your tv is massive.

[@Rob.C]

Ha .. all the better to show the Minions on! (I have since replaced that little 36" tester tv with an amazing 65" LG C1 OLED :)

[@TheLevitatingChin]

That's more like it!

[@MOBROOKS]

Hahahaha

[@Glad2BGolden]

Discontinued 😢

[@Rob.C]

This is so unfortunate isn't it? I do hope they bring it back in the future.

[@MOBROOKS]

Great review. Thank you.