UNTERLASS KEY88 TOPRACK

Custom high-quality studio furniture-maker UNTERLASS Studiomöbel announces the availability of its KEY88 TOPRACK premium studio desk - designed for discerning composers, musicians, and producers pursuing a creativity-conducive combination of ergonomics, flexibility, and precision that collectively come courtesy of versatile top racks, an adjustable and highly-stable keyboard drawer, and an advanced cable management system cleverly coming together to offer seamless gear integration and a clean, organised workspace, while a wide range of custom finishes facilitate tailoring the desk to suit studio aesthetics - as of March 24…

The two top racks from which KEY88 TOPRACK takes its name (in part) can be mounted either at an angle - offering 2U of rack space - or flat - offering 3U of rack space - independently of each other to allow for flexible positioning of outboard equipment or other suitably-sized rack-mountable devices. It is worth noting that - if mounted at an angle - there is still 1U of rack space (in the hidden area above the cable channel) available for power strips or other similar equipment that users need not directly access. As they are positioned directly behind the keyboard drawer, the top racks remain easily reachable from the so-called sweet spot. The top racks themselves can effectively be ‘closed’ with 3U rack panels if not needed, thereby maintaining a clean, professional-looking appearance.

Thanks to the ULGDS (UNTERLASS Linear Guides Drawer System), the pull-out keyboard drawer itself benefits from linear guides that ensure maximum precision and stability. Since it can lock in any position, flexibility for different needs is provided. Put it this way: with the drawer’s maximum extension length of 370mm - further extension is available, if needed, however - and eight adjustable - 95, 108, 121, 134, 147, 160, 173, and 186mm - height levels, it is highly unlikely that any user’s favoured keyboard could not be accommodated. The 2mm steel tray provides exceptional durability while maximising legroom. Let there be no doubt: this drawer is designed to handle even the heaviest of 88-key master keyboards, guaranteeing a reliable and sturdy platform in doing so.

The two cable trays can be mounted in three different positions, thereby adapting to various cable routing needs. Needless to say, dedicated cable outlets are positioned towards the rear of the tabletop on both the left and right sides, allowing for seamless integration into any studio layout, while keyboard cables are additionally guided through the crossbar directly into the cable channel to ensure a clutter-free workspace.

With over 30 colour options available - including different powder coatings and a variety of tabletop and leg finishes - the KEY88 TOPRACK premium studio desk can be fully customised to match any studio aesthetic. The 22mm-thick tabletop and 38mm-thick legs are made of powder-coated MDF, providing a durable and stylish finish. Furthermore, real wood veneer finishes are also available for the tabletop and legs, adding a premium touch. Additionally, all NCS or RAL colours are available for lacquered legs, allowing for a truly personalised look, while custom combinations are also possible, such as American walnut legs paired with a black tabletop. The crossbar, keyboard tray, rack angles, and cable channels are crafted from powder-coated steel for enhanced strength and stability.

Speaking of studios - or, indeed, any other workspace, whether that might be a living room or elsewhere, KEY88 TOPRACK can comfortably fit into most, measuring 1650 x 875 x 784mm (L x W x H) and accommodating a maximum keyboard length of 1495mm, while weighing in at approximately 120kg (in its packaging crate). Clearly anyone in need of more rack space could consider adding a 16U 19” Extension Kit or 16U 19” Standalone Rack to either and/or both sides. Steel Nearfield Desktop monitor shelves are also (optionally) available. And should the studio layout or location change, resulting in less available space, then the KEY88 TOPRACK premium studio desk can easily be returned to its original standalone form factor.

Saying all that, then, the KEY88 TOPRACK premium studio desk’s design certainly suits discerning composers, musicians, and producers pursuing a creativity-conducive combination of ergonomics, flexibility, and precision. It is a worthy entry into UNTERLASS Studiomöbel’s lengthening line of custom high-quality studio furniture and a worthy investment for anyone wishing to do justice to their studio space.

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