Ceiling Suspended Monitor Shelving

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I already did a search...but got weary.

I have very low ceilings in my studio. I was going to just put the monitors on stands I would build just for that purpose...but then I saw some ceiling suspended shelves being used.

I was wondering if this would work just as well as stands and if there were any issues to take care of with this method ...?

Wood shelving...threaded rods...screws...were the materials used I think.

I am going back there tonight and will have a look, to see for sure how it is put together, using what.

I drew a rough outline...(rather sloppily)..in paint...sorry for small size.
 
One disadvantage I can think of is that once they are up you really can't reposition them. So if you do go that route, make sure they are triangulated with your mix position. Unless you mix standing up, don't you think the monitors would sit too high above you?
 
MSHILARIOUS~ Thanks...those do look like an option and space saving as well. I just got really excited, when I saw them done that way...it looks good too. But looks aren't foremost here.


REZ8~ Thanks...Yah I had thought of that, but with the really low ceilings, I thought it might work. Then again, the farther the drop..the more space gets ate up.

So much for my idea of using someone else's idea....:D
 
i have a set suspended with chains, you can controol the pitch and yaw
with placement in the ceiling and choice of link.
course, you gotta be willing screw hooks into your speakers.


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GIRAFFE~I notice you have two monitors placed in close proximity on the desk.(I've read that is not a good idea?)...also, do you listen on all four...and if so, wouldn't it be better to place two of them at the opposite side of the room...coming from the back...?

I was just wondering.

The chain hanging seems a good idea too, giving one the ability to position as the brackets do, the monitors in the direction of the listener...and raise them up, out of the way as suspension would..only with space saving ability...or easily lower them too.

Do you get any kind of rattle from the loose chains...?

Thanks

True
 
no, i never listen to both pairs of speakers at the same time. that just reeks of phase problems. clients often ask me to do it though. (more is better, isn't it??????)


i've never heard of problems coming from having a single pair of monitors to close to one another, maybe it's true, but i've never heard it.
i have read that you shouldn't have your monitors backed up to the wall if at all possible.

chains no rattle.

and actually, once i got them aimed i've never moved them, but it wouldn't be too hard.

if you don't hit studs you'll need some dry wall anchors.
they be cheap though. (as is the chain and screw hooks)
may i sugest pre drilling the holes in the speakers so you don't crack the enclosure.
and also, there is a third chain that you don't see in that picture, a single one pulling on the bottom of the back to point the speakers at the floor instead of the back wall.
 
true-eurt said:
I already did a search...but got weary.

I have very low ceilings in my studio. I was going to just put the monitors on stands I would build just for that purpose...but then I saw some ceiling suspended shelves being used.

I was wondering if this would work just as well as stands and if there were any issues to take care of with this method ...?

Wood shelving...threaded rods...screws...were the materials used I think.

I am going back there tonight and will have a look, to see for sure how it is put together, using what.

I drew a rough outline...(rather sloppily)..in paint...sorry for small size.
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True,

My main concern with this as mentioned earlier is the positioning of the monitors. You will need to be doubly sure that you have the right height and distance apart to ensure you obtain the equilateral triangle between your monitors and your ears.
The correct monitor height is that the tweeters need to be level with your ears not the centre of the speaker cone. (I read this recently).
Another factor would be that any re-positioning of your mixing/sitting position may involve a lot more work in getting your monitors in the most desired position.


r00 :)
 
Suspended speakers can work great. Just put an eyehook on each side and the back and attach to the ceiling at three points. If you attach the speaker chains to a plate of wood with 3 hooks on it and attach that plate to the ceiling with a single bolt in the middle then you can rotate the plate to get the right angle. Just make sure the bolt is going into a beam and can handle the weight of everything by itself. You would probably want to go all the way through the beam and use a nut and washer on the top if you can get into the attic.
 
Gorty said:
True,

My main concern with this as mentioned earlier is the positioning of the monitors. You will need to be doubly sure that you have the right height and distance apart to ensure you obtain the equilateral triangle between your monitors and your ears.
The correct monitor height is that the tweeters need to be level with your ears not the centre of the speaker cone. (I read this recently).
Another factor would be that any re-positioning of your mixing/sitting position may involve a lot more work in getting your monitors in the most desired position.


r00 :)
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Thanks r00! They are level with my ears now..but not because I am so smart....just happened that way.:D

Hmmmm....perhaps, having them on floor stands for mixing purposes, is the better choice here.

I still love the looks of the suspended shelving though and also liked the idea of chain-hanging too.

I am just trying to get this all sorted...cause when I gather the tools and material for the 'guitar wall rack', I thought I would go ahead and get what I need to do the monitor stands too..(whatever way I go with them).

You know...the *on a roll* kind of thing...anyway for me. I like to do things in multiples...writing...recording..guitars...using a saw...:eek:...:D
 
TexRoadkill said:
Suspended speakers can work great. Just put an eyehook on each side and the back and attach to the ceiling at three points. If you attach the speaker chains to a plate of wood with 3 hooks on it and attach that plate to the ceiling with a single bolt in the middle then you can rotate the plate to get the right angle. Just make sure the bolt is going into a beam and can handle the weight of everything by itself. You would probably want to go all the way through the beam and use a nut and washer on the top if you can get into the attic.
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Thanks Tex...That sounds like a plan too.


I don't know about going into the attic though...oh my...I get really freaky in attics...might be a snake up there!!!:eek:
 
the speakers don't have to be at the same elevation as the ear, just pointing at them and not over your head.
 
true-eurt said:
Thanks r00! They are level with my ears now..but not because I am so smart....just happened that way.:D

Hmmmm....perhaps, having them on floor stands for mixing purposes, is the better choice here.

I still love the looks of the suspended shelving though and also liked the idea of chain-hanging too.

I am just trying to get this all sorted...cause when I gather the tools and material for the 'guitar wall rack', I thought I would go ahead and get what I need to do the monitor stands too..(whatever way I go with them).

You know...the *on a roll* kind of thing...anyway for me. I like to do things in multiples...writing...recording..guitars...using a saw...:eek:...:D
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If you really want them monitors suspended from the ceiling True....Do it! There has been some positives and negatives on this matter, which is good. Just remember to measure twice and cut once! :)
 
Gorty said:
If you really want them monitors suspended from the ceiling True....Do it! There has been some positives and negatives on this matter, which is good. Just remember to measure twice and cut once! :)
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That's a good thing to remember during a circumcision too...:eek:





























Sorry...I just couldn't help myself !!!!!:D
 
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