Great video! I just made a Now Playing stand for my records last week and also used Walnut. It's a walnut base with a maple strip in the middle that transitions into the maple back support. Looks great! Yours is brilliant - would never have thought about that design.
Great video. It is good to see and hear more of Eric. As for changes, you might consider attaching the grooved block to the thin plywood instead of to the upright. It would act as a stop for the upright. Then (without giving up stability) you could look at attaching the upright differently, possibly a pivot or a vertical slide.
The little foot to hold the record was just a good idea, but after adding the texture with the v-bit, it's...groovy. (oh my gosh I'm so sorry that was terrible)
I like how you asked about how to improve. I think it's pretty good as the first try and I couldn't have done it any better. great to see the routing setup you used.
Nice Kickapoo coffee can! Cool project man. I had to give up vinyl due to my ridiculously hairy 🐈's. I was constantly battling with surface noise. I miss my vinyl!
Great little how can I make my life better project! As for version 2, build a full case for the record player. When the top opens up it has the now playing stand built into the underside of the top. It could even have Rockler brass hinges, handle and lock to keep Eric from touching it. :-)
Awesome idea! Definitely want to make a version of this for my turntable. I would probably just use a plunge router and edge guide to make the slot for the smaller board though.
To improve it, I think I would use a thicker material for the bottom piece. You could use some 3/4 plywood and still put the veneer on there or use the same stock as the vertical piece. It would just give it a little more rigidity. Cool project!
David, love this idea and simple build.How about adding some LED lights that shine upon the cover from below. Where do you purchase your black ruled pad?
Nicely done, sir! How about collaborating with Bob Clagett and have him add battery powered LEDs on the bottom as accent lights, or maybe extend the back and have the lights shining down.
Love the video! I saw it when it came out, and randomly decided to rewatch it just because I love the idea. My only issue is that you put a design on both sides, but the record holding shelf is only on one. Otherwise, looks great and Eric is amazing at camera work to make the shop look huge.
The only possible improvement i would think about would be making the platform that the records sit on a bit wider? But im probably just me proofing the project which is something you wouldnt have to consider! Love your work!
Just wondering, what's the story with Toledo being Glass City. I know about 20 years ago, as a truck driver, I picked up a load of glass at an old Libby Owens Ford plant once.
Fed Rooster around the turn of the century Toledo was a big manufacturer of glass jars and bottles. over time that developed into art glass. Now it's just broken glass everywhere, people pissing on the stairs. They just don't care.
I have that same turntable. I love it! Also, great video. As to what I would do differently, I would use more substantial wood on the bottom piece for the sake of form only. I think the plywood will function just fine, but it's super thin. I'm thinking a bottom board that is similar or the same in thickness as the back board and put a matching through tenon on it to go through the routed hole.
I like the styling suggestions about the backboard. A function suggestion would be to cut the bottom board like a T at the top so that it can't slide through all the way. I'm thinking that with vibrations from loud music, the bottom board might slide out and the the back board would fall down behind the cabinet.
Cool project! Suggestion for Version 2.0: Pivot on a single point with a spring lock mechanism made out of wood - that way you wouldn't have to take it off the lower piece to flip it up and would be a one handed operation to flip it down....
always like to see what records (or any music) you have - i have generally the same interests. would you ever just do a music related vid or series on your second channel? could be cool.
I think I'd go for a mini record cabinet. Small shelf with feet, one shelf on the bottom, with space for a few LPs, and a second shelf above only enclosed on the bottom and sides. Holes for your wires, protrusion on the back with your "now playing" stand.
David, simple yet great video, really digging the energy! Like the music you used, the simplicity of the project is a great quick build but you added some great personal flare with the glowforge! I think I would've put the symbol on the opposite side though so you display it when there is no record on the holder but it's in the upright position! Have a great weekend at VidCon!
Make Something Anytime man, really like your style and videos, always excited to see new content from you! Ah snap now I see it is on the front, little light for the camera I guess, looks great man.
Maybe you could include a way to hold the turntable's lid while playing records. It could also hold headphones and spare styluses and stuff (so specific).
How about LEDs that light up the wall behind the stand. Maybe make them sound reactive so they pulse in time with the music. Maybe even add some color sensors so they read the color of the cover and use that to influence the back light color.
Maybe make the V-groove ledge big enough for about 5 to 10 of you favorite albums. So you have your best ones at the ready for a unexpected uninvited party :p and maybe a dark or light veneer to make a good contrast for the cnc or laser logo.
I actually just made a video creating something similar, but for holding a book. In my case the angle is controlled by how far you slide the horizontal piece in the slot.
Hey David. One observation you didn't mention the top tip for making plunge cuts on the router table. Never start at the line to avoid a V groove! Saw the technique (which you didn't sweat) but no tip!
That's cool.....So....every time you change an album, would you say you set a new record? :) The only improvement I could see is to make it taller so you could see your tat copy over the record, then it would be under a rest. :)
great as usual! thx for sharing. If I'd make it, I'd build something that stands on it's own and has a recess for the cables to go under it, if that makes sense :)
could you just build a frame around the existing cover with a "hook" on the back so when you close it there's a place to rest the sleeve. or to improve on the current design add a ball joint type of hinge so that you could just flip up the the holder when you need it instead of having to removed it and then put it back together upside down
with the tools you have, i personally would LOVE to just get an old but working record player pull it apart and just build it up from scratch. Make it more personal add a tiny bit of steampunk feel to it. And maybe integrate the record stand into the lid maybe. But that is just my imagination working overtime...
It would be cool to have the back swivel down rather than pulling it off flipping it around and trying to find the slot again. I'm thinking a pin to swivel around and a spring latch to hold it upright.
Fun Baby!!! White lines....d..dd..dd..don't do it!! Don't do it!!! Classic Grandmaster Flash! :) I love watching your videos for the music references ;) oh and the builds as well lol
I was literally just thinking about making something to display my now playing record and you post this video. Impeccable timing.
I'm in your head!
I would've used coconut palm......
+John Gennusa ha!
And add some carpet on the ledge that holds the records. Ain't nobody care about record dust gettin in there, gotta look after your records son!
John Gennusa but it's not wood ;-)
Riaan Oliver it's sand.
David, I love you because you always put something in there for us "Kids" (4:32)
magnets!! I'm not sure how I would use them or how magnets work :P but magnets are the best
You could attach the shelf that holds the records with rare earth magnets. You could put them on both sides so it really could be reversible!
Great video! I just made a Now Playing stand for my records last week and also used Walnut. It's a walnut base with a maple strip in the middle that transitions into the maple back support. Looks great! Yours is brilliant - would never have thought about that design.
Great video. It is good to see and hear more of Eric. As for changes, you might consider attaching the grooved block to the thin plywood instead of to the upright. It would act as a stop for the upright. Then (without giving up stability) you could look at attaching the upright differently, possibly a pivot or a vertical slide.
The little foot to hold the record was just a good idea, but after adding the texture with the v-bit, it's...groovy.
(oh my gosh I'm so sorry that was terrible)
Kyle Nelson Lol!!!😂🤣
Kyle Nelson I just laughed entirely too hard at this. Made my day!
I like how you asked about how to improve. I think it's pretty good as the first try and I couldn't have done it any better. great to see the routing setup you used.
Awesome idea I need something like this for my record player. Looks like I know what I'm doing this weekend. Great video
This is probably one of the best videos I've seen from you! It was really funny and fun to watch!
I'd add a second turntable and a microphone. That would be where it's at.
+DirkMade haha! That's where it's at.
Awesome and simple project! Great work!
When you cut the slot, wouldn't it have been easier to flip the board over rather than changing the bit height?
+Stephen Breazeale well crap. Why didn't I think of that!!? That's a much better solution
In my experience.........The more obvious it is, the more likely it is I will overlook it.
Cool idea!
The music reference clips always crack me up. And I usually walk around singing rem for a few hours after every video. Lol
As always, great project, David. Loved the trick with the router! I always learn something here and I always have FUN!!!
4:25 this is a huge struggle in my life... great video David!
Build a small riser for the record player and have the record holder slide into the riser. Really dope project.
David, would you say having Brian McKnight as a patron is like a dream come true?
MrFvasconcellos is he really?
MrFvasconcellos don't forget Tim (the toolman Taylor) Allen too.
I can't see anything that should be done differently its awesome
Nice Kickapoo coffee can! Cool project man. I had to give up vinyl due to my ridiculously hairy 🐈's. I was constantly battling with surface noise. I miss my vinyl!
+Crafted Workshop mmmm Kickapoo coffee!
Oh my god you used Appetite for Destruction at the beginning you are the most legendary person ever
nice of you to watch and get some tips
Way cool David!!! I love the way this turned out!😊😊 the router trick for the slot was spot on too!!👊👊
Right on! Thanks Jedidiah!
Make Something you're very welcome!! Love your record choices too!😊👍🏻👍🏻
Haha that's what a workbench is for! Wiping glue underneath from your fingers !!!!.. love it
I think it's funny that sometimes we make house chores videos or yes dear projects
Great little how can I make my life better project! As for version 2, build a full case for the record player. When the top opens up it has the now playing stand built into the underside of the top. It could even have Rockler brass hinges, handle and lock to keep Eric from touching it. :-)
Very clever minimalist design
Your very next video after I buy my 12.9" Pro, you're holding one! When did you get it and how do you like it?!
Nice :) - Perhaps you can cut a small area on the bottom of the upright board to allow the wires to pass through?
Awesome idea! Definitely want to make a version of this for my turntable. I would probably just use a plunge router and edge guide to make the slot for the smaller board though.
To improve it, I think I would use a thicker material for the bottom piece. You could use some 3/4 plywood and still put the veneer on there or use the same stock as the vertical piece. It would just give it a little more rigidity. Cool project!
+Bruce A. Ulrich unfortunately 1/8" is the thickest piece that'll slide under the turntable.
Make Something Forget I said anything. LOL. It really looked like there was more clearance. Carry on!
Hi quick question, what is the size of your workshop ? thanks
I would make a picture frame that hangs on the wall, like a shadow box, use as a now playing, or just to display your favourite cover
love this idea! def going to add this to my to-do list of projects! think it'd be nice to add a small side tray for your anti static brush though
what brand stereo do you have? i like the vintage look.
Hi David looks great , I might make one sort of guitar shape , could you make one that holds downloads no wait I didn't think that through,
G.
The Q-FM-96 sticker is everything
David, love this idea and simple build.How about adding some LED lights that shine upon the cover from below. Where do you purchase your black ruled pad?
Nicely done, sir! How about collaborating with Bob Clagett and have him add battery powered LEDs on the bottom as accent lights, or maybe extend the back and have the lights shining down.
I love your style. So smooth, so funny. Keep up the classy jokes
David, I would make the visible part of the stand pivot out of the way (rotate 180 degrees).
Love the video! I saw it when it came out, and randomly decided to rewatch it just because I love the idea. My only issue is that you put a design on both sides, but the record holding shelf is only on one. Otherwise, looks great and Eric is amazing at camera work to make the shop look huge.
The only possible improvement i would think about would be making the platform that the records sit on a bit wider? But im probably just me proofing the project which is something you wouldnt have to consider! Love your work!
Looks good! I like the CNC graphic addition.
Where did you get the project mat? I'd like to get one of those! Thanks.
Keep up the good work!
really enjoying the music on this!
I love it. Great work.
I picked up a couple rolls of veneer at Kencraft when it was on sale too...
Just wondering, what's the story with Toledo being Glass City. I know about 20 years ago, as a truck driver, I picked up a load of glass at an old Libby Owens Ford plant once.
Fed Rooster around the turn of the century Toledo was a big manufacturer of glass jars and bottles. over time that developed into art glass. Now it's just broken glass everywhere, people pissing on the stairs. They just don't care.
Dan Davis thanks, I wasn't sure if it had a history with automotive glass given its proximity to Detroit.
Fed Rooster yes good observation. libbey Owens is a big manufacturer of automotive glass
I admire your taste David. Jack White in the thumbnail. Fantastic Album.
I have that same turntable. I love it! Also, great video.
As to what I would do differently, I would use more substantial wood on the bottom piece for the sake of form only. I think the plywood will function just fine, but it's super thin. I'm thinking a bottom board that is similar or the same in thickness as the back board and put a matching through tenon on it to go through the routed hole.
How's the new house coming along? When are we expected to see the new shop!
+Rich Howell we move into the new house in a couple of weeks. Might be a couple more months before we move the shop.
I like the styling suggestions about the backboard. A function suggestion would be to cut the bottom board like a T at the top so that it can't slide through all the way. I'm thinking that with vibrations from loud music, the bottom board might slide out and the the back board would fall down behind the cabinet.
Is that a Kyle Toth vase next to your record player?
+Jason Mickley it is!
lucky duck!!! maybe one day I will finally start my turning channel and people will want my works next to their record players!
you could maybe inlay a 45 record adapter? Like a real one?
Cool project! Suggestion for Version 2.0: Pivot on a single point with a spring lock mechanism made out of wood - that way you wouldn't have to take it off the lower piece to flip it up and would be a one handed operation to flip it down....
that spiny mp3 player is hecka rad David, high five!
I might add a spacer at the end of the board under the turntable to accommodate different needs
Make it out of plexiglass, with a "fancy" pattern round the edges perhaps?
always like to see what records (or any music) you have - i have generally the same interests. would you ever just do a music related vid or series on your second channel? could be cool.
I think I'd go for a mini record cabinet. Small shelf with feet, one shelf on the bottom, with space for a few LPs, and a second shelf above only enclosed on the bottom and sides. Holes for your wires, protrusion on the back with your "now playing" stand.
Awesome video. really good idea
I would use the Cnc on the logo to make a deep grove in it so you can add black paint to make it stand out more
David, simple yet great video, really digging the energy! Like the music you used, the simplicity of the project is a great quick build but you added some great personal flare with the glowforge! I think I would've put the symbol on the opposite side though so you display it when there is no record on the holder but it's in the upright position! Have a great weekend at VidCon!
Thanks Jacob!
Make Something Anytime man, really like your style and videos, always excited to see new content from you! Ah snap now I see it is on the front, little light for the camera I guess, looks great man.
Maybe you could include a way to hold the turntable's lid while playing records. It could also hold headphones and spare styluses and stuff (so specific).
How about LEDs that light up the wall behind the stand. Maybe make them sound reactive so they pulse in time with the music. Maybe even add some color sensors so they read the color of the cover and use that to influence the back light color.
I would have founnd a way to make some contrast to see the artwork. I liked that addition.
Maybe make the V-groove ledge big enough for about 5 to 10 of you favorite albums. So you have your best ones at the ready for a unexpected uninvited party :p and maybe a dark or light veneer to make a good contrast for the cnc or laser logo.
Q-FM-96. The sound of my childhood.
nice project!
wonderful! but .. why not using metric system ... is so hard to figure out these measurements in inches
I actually just made a video creating something similar, but for holding a book. In my case the angle is controlled by how far you slide the horizontal piece in the slot.
*good job*
'Blunderbuss' for the thumbnail? You have great taste in music, my fellow 419er.
Hey David. One observation you didn't mention the top tip for making plunge cuts on the router table. Never start at the line to avoid a V groove! Saw the technique (which you didn't sweat) but no tip!
I like it :) I would use some paint to make the design pop more
Anybody else flinch a little when he blew out the sawdust out of the route?
That iPad is ridiculously huge... I think in version 2 it needs LEDs and USB charging! ;-)
haha!
That's cool.....So....every time you change an album, would you say you set a new record? :)
The only improvement I could see is to make it taller so you could see your tat copy over the record, then it would be under a rest. :)
You could fill the designs on the board (your tattoo) with an inlay making it really stand out
great as usual! thx for sharing. If I'd make it, I'd build something that stands on it's own and has a recess for the cables to go under it, if that makes sense :)
could you just build a frame around the existing cover with a "hook" on the back so when you close it there's a place to rest the sleeve.
or to improve on the current design add a ball joint type of hinge so that you could just flip up the the holder when you need it instead of having to removed it and then put it back together upside down
Man... flashback to Peaches Records. God, I'm old.
"Can you make one that hold's good records"
Love the new music!
I. Like. It. 🤓👍
I think shop Elvis approved!
I would line it with aluminum on the sides just becuase I like it when dark creamy wood is paired with nice shinny metal
led lighting to light up the current record. might look cool
I think it would look cool if you used the glow forge to create an inlay of the two designs instead of just burning in the image.
with the tools you have, i personally would LOVE to just get an old but working record player pull it apart and just build it up from scratch. Make it more personal add a tiny bit of steampunk feel to it. And maybe integrate the record stand into the lid maybe. But that is just my imagination working overtime...
It would be cool to have the back swivel down rather than pulling it off flipping it around and trying to find the slot again. I'm thinking a pin to swivel around and a spring latch to hold it upright.
Always fun Dave
Good music choices
Make the ledge retractable with an Arduino.
Excellent...!
Cheers...
You could break or radius the corners
it would be cool to make it look like a music stand
laser your music note logo on there so it is nice to look at and you don't have to hide it when no record is one there.
Fun Baby!!! White lines....d..dd..dd..don't do it!! Don't do it!!! Classic Grandmaster Flash! :) I love watching your videos for the music references ;) oh and the builds as well lol