I'm looking to build some small 4x4 risers (Possibly a few 4x8 too) for assorted applications. I hope this is an okay forum (I figured I'd leave the staging (etc) forum for real staging...)
So, I'm thinking about using these ($9.50 each - available at BMI)
But I'm hoping to go a notch above the 2x4 on plywood theatrical type riser.
I was thinking about using better quality 5/4 boards and using plywood edging router bits to get hardwood around the top edge.
I have a full shop (Jointer, planer, bandsaw, shaper, proper cabinet saw, etc) and access to much better wood then the hardware store variety at much better prices. The main constraint is keeping the time and materials involved in check with commercially available stages. I don't DIY much with pro audio stuff because it hasn't been worth it for me. New commercial 4x8 decks are about $700 with 18'' or 24'' legs. This will be for wedding DJ's, drum riser, and maybe the occasional small acoustic DUO. They need to look decent as well or it's not worth the trouble.
Any ideas are great things you've seen over the years?
So, I'm thinking about using these ($9.50 each - available at BMI)
But I'm hoping to go a notch above the 2x4 on plywood theatrical type riser.
I was thinking about using better quality 5/4 boards and using plywood edging router bits to get hardwood around the top edge.
I have a full shop (Jointer, planer, bandsaw, shaper, proper cabinet saw, etc) and access to much better wood then the hardware store variety at much better prices. The main constraint is keeping the time and materials involved in check with commercially available stages. I don't DIY much with pro audio stuff because it hasn't been worth it for me. New commercial 4x8 decks are about $700 with 18'' or 24'' legs. This will be for wedding DJ's, drum riser, and maybe the occasional small acoustic DUO. They need to look decent as well or it's not worth the trouble.
Any ideas are great things you've seen over the years?