DIY Output Platform music studio desk

[@bryanking8697]

One of the first "DIY" videos I've seen that doesn't use $10k worth of shop equipment. Well done.

[@ksnax]

LOL. Yeah, even the router was arguably not the tool of choice for shaping the drawer front.

[@BarryOLeary-the-king]

Yeah, the people who have all those tools don't need a tutorial to build something. People who need instructions on KZbin probably aren't professionals. So many 'DIY' woodwork videos should be called 'Professional' instead.

[@0TransAtlantic0]

So nice to see a DIY video that does not include the resources of a multi-million dollar workshop. This video is really well done, thanks for sharing!

[@HOLLASOUNDS]

The sourcing of the wood time shopping picking it up in a car or van, then I'd say 8 hours to cut and glue everything, sanding. Puting time at minimum wage on time let's say all together We are at 12 hours. Time $180, wood $90, = $270, cost of tools has to be accounted for lets round it up to $300.

[@aristocratmusic]

Dude, as a music producer and someone who also enjoys a bit of woodworking , this channel is just too dope. Really dig the editing, camera shots, clean recording of the voiceover, and the overall vibe of the video. Don't sweat not having a proper shop either, lol. Most people don't (including myself) and it actually makes the project seem a bit more accessible since you prove you can get it done with just a few power tools. 👍🏼

[@extralifedisco]

Thanks a bunch! Hope it's as fun to watch as it is to make. Would love to have a big garage full of tools but I am kind of enjoying the challenge of working with a limited space and toolbox. It makes you learn new things, or often times old things. Have been getting into real old-school hand tools lately, planes, chisels, handsaws, bits and braces, etc. Might try to do a no-power build for my next project!

[@tristandeniet]

I totally agree with this. It's like when people do vocal recording tutorials and they're like "ok now I'm gonna use a U87" and you're like, ok. lol

[@notlonleyboi783]

Tristan Deniet has today got fortnite to be my first bitch with my baby girl today lol random words

[@funkytransport]

yup.. +1

[@patrickrosington1174]

Im an actually woodworker for a living, and i dont even have my own shop. My last project i made was an exact replica of a 1960s marshall 1960b cab. and i built that in my apartment in the winter. Took me days of cleaning after lmao gotta do what you have to do. My family has a huge shop. (mainly for metal fabrication and repairing cars) but we have it all. but its 50 mins away so for small projects they still get done at home.

[@jadonharper1493]

Ok the desk has been out of stock for months. I am going to adopt your confidence, and use your amazing finished result vicariously as motivation to try this out myself. You’re a legend!

[@jdl2180]

I built that desk for about $160 dollars. It's a great desk!

[@Mazazamba]

I really appreciate that this build doesn't need a fully stocked shop to build. I mean, I've been meaning to buy a jig saw and I know a guy that can loan me a router.

[@junimeme5626]

Me before watching the video: Oh cool I'm about to start a fun DIY project for my music endeavors! Me after watching the video: I am not building a DIY studio desk any time soon.

[@TheChodex]

Haha true, If I had this kind of skill/tools/space I would be a woodworker :D

[@OneBoundMusic]

@@TheChodex Skill is trained, tools are bought, and space can be made -- he's using his apartment porch. Don't make excuses, get out there and do it ;)

[@jorgeneri]

hahahhahahaha unfortunately, that's totally me.

[@Hugoknots]

Same! Lol

[@robsinHL]

$549 is not expensive to begin with

[@federicoverdicchio]

This is by far the best "explained" DIY Platform tutorial. I have to take ideas from quite a few others too but at least this gives me a better understanding of the "how" and "why". Thanks a lot!

[@TruthAndMoreTruth]

I commend your ability to get such nice results with sparse tools on a patio. Very nice work.

[@DarioDeAngelis]

Possibly the best ad for Output. I praise your effort, but ain't nobody got time for this :D

[@BlizzyBaxter]

Best thing I've seen on the internet all year. But definitely it's a natural gift that makes someone able to do this. Would love to try but i don't know sir! Pretty sure imma jack it up. LOLOLOL!

[@FrankOlsonTwins]

I really didn't think anyone else was into with this desk enough to make their own version, besides me! Really cool to see another one of these DIY desks on KZbin! I was able to make this from one 4x8 sheet of plywood and a couple 1x3 boards which kept the total cost to about $125, including the stain, poly, nuts, bolts, screws and a protractor. These things look great in Birch Plywood. However, I did without the rolling keyboard tray- on the originals it looked a little shaky. This thing is rock solid. The only thing i would do differently on mine is to use a better grade of plywood. The home depot plywood I used has a veneer that's about as this as a sheet of paper. Even with a new blade, I got some bad tearout from the ultra thin veneer. The next one I make will either be solid wood, or a really nice sheet of ply. Nice build!

[@J_NASH]

Would be great to see a pic of this mate. I know its been quite a while since this comment

[@FrankOlsonTwins]

@@J_NASH most of my long form vids have the desk at the intro!

[@J_NASH]

@@FrankOlsonTwins thanks mate. I’ve had a look and from the small part of the desk I can see on your videos it looks like a great job. 👍

[@FrankOlsonTwins]

@@J_NASH Thanks! One thing that isn't super clear in the videos is that I cut 3 x 2.5" strips of the plywood to frame the underside of the desk and add stiffness and give a substantial look. If i were doing it again, I'd make the outer frame leg taper down from the top. It makes the bottom of the front leg seem unnecessarily wide. I could do without that. Personally, I'd also consider making the rack units 4u or even 5u instead of 3u. It's fine as is, but sometimes space is a little tight.

[@Goldlion973]

Is interesting that on another channel a guy (with all the best intentions) speaks of not being bothered to go through with the detailed aspects of the design, cutting corners despite having multi-thousand £/$ worth of shop equipment. Here you achive far more with much, much less. Have purchased your plans and will hope to start crafting a desk in a few weeks. THANKS!!!!

[@AustinAthman]

Holy crap, I was watching other desk reviews, and your DIY video auto-played after... "wait a second, I know that guy!" Keep it real, Matt! Great stuff.

[@erikmitchell6206]

i did this about two years ago, its cool to see someone else has done it!

[@Captain_MoRNGan]

can you share the measures ?

[@eky]

i like that the glue is applied as a sine or sawtooth waves

[@Knucklesmd]

The price with shipping truly is right on verge of "Fuck it I'll make my own" and "Fuck it i'll just buy it."

[@gregsawesomeadventures]

I wanted to thank you for your platform desk video. I was inspired to build my own. I also posted a video od my studio tour - first attempt. Live Life. Thank you so much.

[@daltonldavis1995]

that old desk was cool in its own way but this video is so cool. Thanks for showing us the process and letting others know it's not impossible!

[@HOLLASOUNDS]

You only save about £200 if you factor in the cost of time.

[@froggobeats2704]

Going to be honest, I have zero experience in woodworking but something is telling me I can build one of these. Think I'm going to study the plans and go for it!

[@willmeyer2150]

I have been thinking of doing this very thing myself! When I saw their desk, I was like, "I can build that!"

[@undrthght]

Just finishing this up today! Thanks for such a great walkthrough. I'm super excited about it.

[@extralifedisco]

Awesome! Hope it comes together nicely.

[@Jalmaan]

I really want to recommend you making your monitors facing you instead of both firing in front of them, you'll get a much better stereo image if you actually make em face your ears and put the tweeter on ear height.

[@imperialpresence3331]

the brass hardware is classy..brass adds class..i try and use it as much as possible myself

[@rdog421]

So, like a 40 hour work week later, you’re finally done? Great video and craftsmanship!

[@MikahTheMan]

Dude, thank you so much. I've already made 2 of them. One for myself and one for my fiance so she can use it to work from home. I made hers a shorter version, took off about a foot when I made hers

[@juliennnnnnnnnnnnnn]

I have a coursework for my design and technology cambridge examinations. It consists of building a ''music studio desk''. I was kinda lost but your video helped a lot. Thank You🙌

[@trevormoore2180]

You done a great job mate , I have a workshop and all the tools and you’ve inspired me to have a go , well done

[@RainStickland]

On your next woodworking project, before staining try dampening the wood grain and then re-sanding it. It swells any splinters so they raise up and can be sanded off. Otherwise you get splinters lifting off from the surface when you go to stain, and later when you're using it--particularly with plywood. Also, please, use a dust mask. Stuff that gets in your lungs takes forever to come out (if it does). Or use a downdraft system or tools on a vacuum hose. I did a lot of woodworking from childhood on, and I regret the damage now.

[@sayanroy9779]

Very very good table and also making prosidure is also nice with a masurement .

[@nicholassheppard6171]

I got the CNC file from Patreon; the sides need to have one mirrored. I'm glad I caught this and was able to have it flipped. Please update that for anyone else who downloads the CNC file.

[@surfadamsurf]

Do you have a link to the CNC file?

[@Richardsumilang]

I gotta make a square base for my router like you! Awesome!

[@bookchang5500]

So inspiring, the price of this desk charges about 1000$ in Taiwan, nearly double of the original price which is 549$ on Output official site. Thanks a lot, maybe I will make my own one.

[@CJTheMaestro]

just received mine yesterday..loving it bro

[@CJTheMaestro]

dealing with all the wires was nerve reckoning but i still have some to deal with just needed a break

[@nickbreslin4028]

Agree with all the comments.... that was a bloody great video! Awesome! Can I just make sure you were wearing HEARING PROTECTION with your power tools (especially the router). Couldn't see it - maybe plugs? The ring of tinnitus never adds to your skills at the music desk. I'm speaking from experience. Get 'em on people! Love ya work!

[@alexxchavezee]

I was going to do the exact same until I found my current desk on 5Mile. I love it and it fits my space perfectly: two computer monitors, space for 8U racks, guitar pedals, headphone amplifier, DAW/ADDA converter, keyboard, mouse, mini controller, and my smoke. And a pullout drawer cuz I don't.

[@jakeevatt6748]

sounds great! can you post a link?

[@MikeSilv]

I aspire to have the brains this guy does. Video blew me away

[@cristianitsirc6830]

Glad you found a use for that gym equipment :D

[@__-be8zn]

I made one too but it was inspired by Platform and not exact copy. I already had M-Audio Hammer 88 which would not fit into the Platform. I solved this by using a single sheet for the smaller inner legs. I also combined the inner leg with the bit that holds the keyboard tray. The height of the whole desk was adjusted so that the keyboard of the Hammer sits at about 71cm from the floor (like concert piano). I also made the desk narrower as I thought the Platform is quite big. Mine has three cable holes on the desk top but none on the speaker shelf. I made a cable tray at the same height on the back and I screwed on a large line extension with 12 sockets. This neatly holds all the cables. I also decided to have 3 x 4 rack units which brings speakers to my ear height. I made all drawings in Adobe Illustrator and had a company CNC cut plywood for me. I think the plywood I got is higher quality than the Platform. I then had to drill holes, position rack rails, install the keyboard tray, sand, and finish everything in three coats of clear matt wipe-on poly. The whole process took me about three weeks but it was incredibly enjoyable. This was about six months ago. The desk made a huge improvement in both workflow and sound of the room. It freed up space in the room and It looks gorgeous. I think it all cost me about £450 but I did waste some money here and there. I like it more than the Platform!

[@extralifedisco]

Wow nice! Did the CNC company take your illustrator files or did you have to convert them to 3D first? I have been meaning to get some front panels fab'd locally and have been procrastinating on the 3d part. If you still have the files you should put them online somewhere, I'm sure people would love to have a CNC version of the project.

[@__-be8zn]

@@extralifedisco They accepted the illustrator files which were in 1:1 scale. I think they then imported them into the CNC machine controller software. After I made the desk I learned Autodesk Fusion 360, which is a CAD application. It was quite daunting at first but I was able to make new designs in a month or two of learning. It is actually lots of fun- you should try it. I have made two original desk designs in it.

[@PesinaMusic]

This was awesome. I do not know a single thing about woodworking but I would love to do this one day!

[@mattsynth]

Nice work, very functional desk. I own a CNC cabinet shop and still would buy this desk online because by the end of the day I am tired of making cabinetry and just want to play music.

[@travisraab]

I love this. I should put this in my barn.

[@randol.official]

after realizing that the output desk wouldn't actually fit my Native Instruments S88 im so glad I found this video

[@sadmemeboi]

That colour came out _really_ fucking nice. I immediately thought it would look cheap or too obviously stained, but that looked really good!

[@EH-ro8dn]

I would love to see a video of someone that got the plans to this and what their experience building this was like and what their recommendation is.

[@dloc831]

that’s basically what this video is..?

[@theofficialvontae]

This was awesome to watch! Thanks buddy

[@sirrom5155]

this is amazing! now all i need is any dexterity whatsoever and i'll be set!

[@Michael_Wehrley]

Very inspirational DIY project. Nicely done. I don't have a ban saw, but I think I could build something useable with the tools I have. Especially with proper design and planning.

[@imwaiting]

this is... fantastic now i'm going to do this

[@botany500kojak]

Cheers. A friend will let me use his woodwork shop and I am in the process of making a modified version of this. I t will have more rack space, be taller and may have a shelf under it.. This video helped.

[@wergerfebt]

Thank you for making this video! I followed this along with your dimensions on Patreon to build my own desk. It looks incredible and only cost ~$200. You’re channel is wonderful! I’m excited for new content you post :)

[@sinetwo]

Insanely well made, great build log, and thanks for letting me discover Otis McDonald - Rest. That sounds SO good.

[@geebee44]

Dope. Fantastic job. This is on my bucket list to do. On another note, you and Ean Golden could pass for brothers.

[@AROM0410]

Love your video bro. It came amazing . Looking into also diy my own. You gave me a great idea.

[@tadrimmey8746]

Great work especially making it all work with a minimum of tools and fixtures. Very creative and resourceful! I am planning to make a similar desk with a few changes and I will definitely use some of your ideas and steps.

[@jacob2343432]

bro this looks damn near identical good job

[@QDennardII]

Dope. I have the output desk and it looks just like it. Great job. As someone who absolutely loves this desk they did have a few design flaws found once actually putting it together. But once again I love it.

[@extralifedisco]

Thanks! I think they solved a lot of major issues with other desks (size, weight, cost, appearance) but I have heard people complain about the keyboard tray a bit, so I tried to make it a bit to be more ergonomic.

[@javierf55]

The best combination ever... Music and Flight Simulator!!

[@GabiWilsonTV]

I built this desk with some Harbor freight tools and scrap plywood I got from my neighbor.I used a few reference drawings but, basically built it by looking at google images of the ‘Output Desk”.

[@magick1969]

If you insert counter sink threaded long screws you add a lot of strength and stability to the laminated boards, not to mention biscuit cut insets also work as joins between the pieces of plywood. Picking up a couple Modern Carpentry and Furniture building textbooks off Amazon that are standard in US Trade community colleges are also wise investments.

[@extralifedisco]

You would use biscuit joints on face-to-face plywood laminations? I've never heard of that technique. I gather biscuits are more helpful for registering long joints accurately than adding strength (apart from using them on miters). Floating tenons might be another story but I wouldn't want to do that in plywood. A lot of my woodwork knowledge comes from hanging around boatbuilders - what texts do you suggest?

[@Five2nd]

Incredible build. Thanks man!

[@is9968]

If only I was this handy wow...

[@tonycarpenter-Makzimia]

Nice work!. Wife walked in, oh your looking to build your own then?, I built all my sound stuff, MAYBE I said....

[@orryfishburne5326]

That desk is beautiful man!! Amazing job. I would love to be able to build a desk at that quality.

[@Videogame9559]

Well made desk I well be trying make own in the near future. Thanks

[@soulsparkmusic]

Amazing job, man❤

[@serioussamsonotb2066]

I sure wish i could get a desk like this built it's what i really need

[@prodarbour]

Thanks Thom!

[@humbleprogress1226]

Did it perfectly man. Looks professional. Well done!

[@creedbellemie6353]

Beautiful Desk

[@sbroadbentphoto]

Wow. Very impressive work and your strategy was well organised

[@peterwallis1821]

I'd like do a public "get a life!!!" to those have thumb-downed your video! Love your content and audio quality...and I do have wood shop and still love your work!

[@peterwallis1821]

@Flat Eric which he clearly states and gives credit for!? He even advertises for them...come on ya Trolls!!

[@normagomez8622]

Will you be doing a DIY Output Sidecar and if so when can we expect that video to come out?

[@extralifedisco]

No plans to do that right now

[@NoQualmsTheArtist]

That was very satisfying to watch! 💯

[@courtnrysalamone7677]

Man, this is nice. I might follow along and try this out because it would save me tons of space

[@beMOTIONdESIGN]

I'd have to buy all the tools in addition to all the materials, so for me, it would just be easier to buy it, but I did enjoy watching the process! Thanks for sharing the process!

[@G-Doggy]

Looks awesome and very functional!

[@atsrecords1960]

Great video. If I had a crystal ball I would have just built the desk like yourself. I ordered one from Output and have been waiting 4 weeks. Output now tells me it will be 7 - 8 weeks. If your reading this do yourself a favor and just build one.... and save your thighs from lacerations and tying your money up for 2 months.

[@marcoszappia]

I loved this desk. I will try it . Greetings from argentina

[@callbackdons]

really cool video. going to check out more of your channel.

[@bouzotentertainment]

Thanks, studiodesk is so expansive, im gonna try your solution for my Studio

[@MaruonYoutube]

I really love how you did the desk! I haven't done much woodworking myself, but I will make one, I'd do it just like that aswell, with the points where the edges of the two different pieces of wood meet to be cut at an angle so that it appears like it's one smooth bend. Though I can't put it to words very well, I can however put it in picture.

[@extralifedisco]

Hi Nanada, I think what you're describing is called a "miter joint." Both pieces are cut at 45 degrees and joined to make a seamless edge. This is great for boxes and other decorative pieces, but it's not a very strong joint. It shouldn't be relied on to join, say, the top shelf of the desk to the sides. However it can be reinforced from the inside by gluing and/or screwing a small piece of wood to both pieces, so keep in that in mind when you adjust the design. Cheers!

[@gpr4eva]

Yup I should have paid attention in woodshop class

[@ShreddedShredder0]

Great video. Can you please update us on any warping?

[@TTSetters]

I'm extremely handy, I have a bunch of mostly dewalt table saws, dual bevel miter saws, skill saws, routers, jigs, etc. The issue is really time, and being lazy after working all week. This is really nice. You could take it a step furtner and cut little channels in front so you could mount a little cushion / bumper / whatever to make it so you can rest your elbows on it without the corners digging into you.

[@JohnGaray]

Built mine this weekend. Made mine 80" wide, to accommodate my monitors & 49" Ultra wide monitor. Thank you for this video. Finished it with black stain which gives it a charcoal look with some of thee birch passing through. Used my Palm Sander to buff out a beautiful finish after the Shellac. Made the Rack dividers 1.5 inch to allow for four sections of rack mount gear. Used the CBR7 with my router to carve out a nice half circle on the keyboard tray & finished it off with Casters for easy moving back and forth. Where did you get that modesty tray you used?

[@extralifedisco]

Nice work! I hope you added a little extra support underneath for the wider span, as 80" is quite a stretch. For the cable tray I just used one of these off-the shelf Ikea Signum units I had laying around: www.ikea.com/us/en/p/signum-cable-management-horizontal-silver-color-30200253/

[@JohnGaray]

@@extralifedisco I sure did, Glued a 2x4 underneath.

[@louhartness183]

@6:09 bless you

[@kevinnel7038]

Discovered you channel from the eurorack sequencer video and its a goldmine. thanks for the great content!

[@staycrashed]

Nice work. I did the same thing but with a live edge top shelf to spice things up. Bravo.

[@ronnieflorentino]

Great video!! I've done two studio desks and one ikea build. Great to watch DIY videos!!

[@tonyaguirre]

Nice job man! I am about to attempt this in a week or so. Very helpful video.

[@moggiecatmoghiphop2362]

Im gonna make one in solid oak for my roland boutiques and electribes .

[@RealFredX]

Thank you for posting this video. Extremely helpful. I have begun building my own version.

[@mrluchothesupers]

VERY NICE project

[@latenite5598]

great vid bro..direct to the point no bs extra commentary ..desk turned out dope

[@Muuuzzzi]

Excellent work, love the finish as well...

[@moodmode]

Great job! What stain did you use ?

[@extralifedisco]

Some minwax "dark walnut" oil finish, after a coat of pre-stain conditioner (birch will come out blotchy if you stain directly without treatment)

[@alessialeoneleons2176]

Damn man that was a fantastic work right there. Well done man you just inspired me ❤️🔥

[@jrramoutar]

Really awesome work. I'm going to attempt to tackle this project....the part that im most unclear on though is around the 10 minute mark where you are attaching the leg assembly....what is that large piece of wood that you are lining the legs up to? At first I thought it was the main table top but it looks too thin. I know you are probably explaining it well, its just going over my head :(

[@extralifedisco]

Yeah sorry if it's a little opaque! The big piece is just any old rectangular piece of wood that's big enough to use as a guide. The important thing is that the top (and bottom) edge of the legs and sides must be parallel to each other when you attach them, and they have to be the right distance apart. You can achieve this by lining them up on a big square piece of plywood, and then measuring using the offset using the divider pieces, which fit between the desktop and top shelf. (So you add the offset using scrap wood). You could also just use a big square and mark some lines on the sides where the top edge of the leg should line up, which is 6.75" (5.25" rack height plus 1.5" desk thickness) below the rabbet and parallel to it. All my squares are fun-sized so I found this easier. Also it's nice if the legs line up with the back edge of the desk, but it's not strictly necessary. As long as the top and bottom edges are flat and parallel they'll hold up the desk top and fit the rack gear properly.

[@WwEN1GM4wW]

Dude. You’re awesome. Great to see another wood working music creator. Great video and great job! This going to help me tremendously thank you! Subbbing!