DIY headphone stand made from scrap materials

What materials can be used to make the stand?

To make a computer desk not only as functional as possible, but also original, it is worth considering an interesting product design. To solve this issue, it is necessary to use non-standard materials in the manufacturing process.

A DIY headphone stand can be made in different ways:

1. You can make a stand from the remains of Lego that the children left behind. A pack of Lego can be purchased inexpensively in the store.
2. A simple option is to create a composition from plastic pipes and elbows. A relevant option for those who have recently undergone renovations.
3. If you order a metal stand, it is better to choose artistic forging, which will look beautiful and last a long time.
4. The wooden option is a universal way to decorate any workplace near the computer and more.

FORCE HPS-2

The main advantage of FORCE HPS-2 is its adjustable stand. You can adjust its height if you have very large or, on the contrary, compact headphones. Inside the base of the stand you can hide the cable of your gaming headset, which will have a positive effect on the aesthetics of your gaming setup.

The stand is collapsible, this will allow you to transport it unfolded - this way it will take up less space. Finally, the sleek design of FORCE HPS-2 will make the device a decoration for any computer desk.

Pros:

• Adjustment for high-rise buildings;
• Collapsible design;
• Nice design.

Minuses:

• For its price - no.

Interesting design with additional features

A DIY headphone stand can perform several functions at the same time: hold headphones in a certain position, have a place for high-quality storage of a flash drive, and a device for holding wires. All this can be realized with the help of a special design.

If you don’t have the time and money to create a full-fledged stand, you can use improvised means. In this case, you need a suspension on which the headphone arm will be placed.

A DIY headphone stand can be:

1. A plastic hook designed for bathrooms is a simple and budget option.
2. A large stationery clip will become a mobile device for holding headphones.
3. The vertically attached disc box is an interesting design and a high-quality stand.
4. A plastic bottle that can be filled with sea pebbles and shells.

Using your imagination, you can create a stand for headphones from any material or device that is at hand.

Speedlink Excedo Gaming Headset Stand

Another stand with a no-frills design. The Speedlink Excedo Gaming Headset Stand has a wide base with a headphone holder extending out from it. The latter is equipped with a silicone insert that preserves the integrity of the headband of the gaming headset, and non-slip material pads are attached to the legs of the stand, which will prevent it from fidgeting on the table.

Pros:

• Solid base;
• Holds headphones securely.

Minuses:

• The design is a bit clumsy.

Tools and materials for making a plywood stand

The most popular option is a wooden headphone stand. Such a product will be practical, inexpensive, and will last a long time. A DIY wooden headphone stand will look expensive and will suit any interior.

The easiest way is to make a stand from plywood. To do this you will need the following tools and materials:

1. Plywood sheet of maximum thickness.
2. Jigsaw or hacksaw for wood.
3. Self-tapping screws, liquid nails.
4. Sandpaper, sanding machine.
5. Wood treatment product.

Other tools and materials should be selected in accordance with the design of the product and design features. There is a particularly large selection of finishing materials.

Razer Base Station V2 Chroma

The Razer Base Station V2 Chroma is not just a stand, but a stand with a built-in audio processor that allows you to turn regular stereo headphones into a gaming headset with 7.1 surround sound.

In addition, it is equipped with two USB 3.1 ports, RGB lighting and a non-slip base that adds stability to it. The stand is available in three colors - black, silver and pink, so it will be a great gift for gamers of both sexes.

Pros:

• Metal structure;
• Yes USB 3.1 port with data transfer;
• Chroma RGB lighting, compatible with other Razer devices;
• Three colors to choose from.

Minuses:

• The price is high.

Manufacturing algorithm

Before you make a headphone stand with your own hands from plywood, you should choose a shape and prepare a pattern. To make the stand functional and stable, it is worth making the case from at least three parts.

A DIY headphone stand made of wood is made according to the following algorithm:

1. Attach the pattern to a sheet of plywood. Trace the sketch with a pencil. Cut a sample from plywood.
2. To make the stand even more stable and massive, you can make it from two parts that are glued together.
3. Use a grinder to process the cuts. Shaped cuts are processed with sandpaper.
4. The main seams are fixed with self-tapping screws in several places. The rest of the joint is treated with wood glue.
5. Paint the product or open it with varnish. Can be decorated with decorative elements. If the stand becomes a gift, you can create a memorable inscription using a wood burner.

To diversify the appearance of the product, you can cut the headphone holder itself into an interesting shape. In addition to plywood, other materials can be used that are combined with each other. Inserts made of plexiglass, metal, and plastic will improve the appearance and provide additional functionality.

How to make a headphone stand with your own hands?

Once all the necessary materials and tools have been prepared, you can begin the manufacturing process. Follow a certain sequence of actions:

• We will make the basic element of the stand from a piece of wood and acrylic glass. First, cut out two circles of equal size from wood. For example, it can be 18 cm.
• Next, draw a rod on the board that will hold the hook. Recommended support dimensions: 30 cm in height and 5 cm in width.
• Then, using a glass cutter, cut out a circle of aluminum glass. In this case, the diameter must match the wood blank.
• We insert the rod into the base, making holes in all the blanks in advance. All circles should be aligned with each other, and the outer edge should be sanded.
• On an acrylic mug we drill three holes for the LED strip.
• We cut out a ring from the bottom of the circle so that the ribbon can be placed there.
• We insert the rod into the stand, drill a hole in it for the hook and thread it in.
• Next, the elements are glued together using a polyurethane adhesive and dried for 5-6 hours.
• Then the USB controller is connected to the LED strip using heat shrink tubing.
• A hole is cut out at the bottom of the base for the wire and an LED strip is placed inside the ring. It is fixed with glue and the wiring is brought out.

ATTENTION! In the above example, you should not make the wooden mugs too small, since the stand must be stable under the weight of the headphones.

Razer Base Station Chroma

Another stand from Razer is made not of metal, but of high-quality plastic. The manufacturer also added three USB ports.

Base Station Chroma uses RGB lighting and lacks a headphone jack. One of the unique features is the ability to detach the stand itself, giving the user a nice portable USB hub.

In the end, the only negative we noticed was the poor build quality. Yes, it's durable, but we can't say that Razer impressed us with its quality.

Pros:

• Durable plastic construction;
• Three USB 3.0 ports with data transfer;
• Superior Chroma RGB lighting.

Minuses:

• Not the best build quality for this price range.

Satechi Headset Stand

This device from Satechi takes us back to the simple desktop option. The stand is made of aluminum and comes in different color options: silver, space gray, gold and rose gold. But don't be fooled by the flashy build—this stand isn't just about looking good.

It also includes three USB 3.0 ports that support data transfer. This means that the device functions as a USB hub, and also has a 3.5 mm jack that allows you to connect headphones directly to the stand. Additionally, you will find a hook on the back of the stand, which can be quite handy for cable management.

It goes without saying that this is a quality product both inside and out, and it should definitely be on your list of favorites if you're looking for a stand that doubles as a USB hub. However, according to the manufacturer, the ports are not intended for charging, but only for data transfer, which is quite disappointing.

Pros:

• High-quality aluminum housing;
• Three USB 3.0 ports with data transfer;
• Cable hook on the back panel.

Minuses:

• USB ports are not designed for charging.

Marvo HZ-04

In contrast to stands with a simple design, Marvo HZ-04 looks aggressive and lights up like a Christmas tree. The RGB backlight has 14 operating modes, 4 USB ports are built into the base, and the headphone holder has an ergonomic shape, so you can be sure that your favorite device will not fall off the stand.

The only drawback of the device may be the passive USB hub: it produces little current, so it is impossible to power powerful devices from it.

Pros:

• Aggressive design;
• USB ports and lighting;

Minuses:

• Design for everyone.

Ugreen 80701

If you are looking for an inexpensive and stylish stand, then the Ugreen 80701 is what you need. Made of aluminum, it consists of a durable base and a stand with a holder, does not wobble, does not slip and does not take up much space on the table. And besides, it costs much less than models with backlighting and other additional elements.

Pros:

• Beautiful and durable body;
• Very stable;
• Inexpensive.

Minuses:

• No.

Let's get started!

First you need to cut off a part of the felt-tip pen, the length of which should be equal to the width of the body from the tape.

Then you need to drill/burn a hole for the wire. You need to drill at some distance from the edge. It should look something like this:

We push the wire through and insert it into the plate. To prevent the felt-tip pen from going further and dangling, it must be secured with electrical tape.

Next, we prepare the base of the structure. To do this, take the base from a roll of tape and cut a groove in it for the passage of the wire.

Then glue it to the plate:

After this, we put another plate on the second end of the felt-tip pen and screw in the bolt:

The structure should look like this:

We put the disk on the tube from the front side. Solder the LED with a resistor to the wire on the drive side.

Then we insert it into the hole in the part (pendants) from the chandelier (the hole needs to be drilled a little larger than the diameter of the LED) and fill it with glue.

We stretch the wire so that the part with the LED touches the disk. Fix with glue:

Now let's work on the USB plug: solder the plus of the LED to the red wire, and the minus to the black wire. We wrap the soldering area with electrical tape. That's it... all that remains is to figure out how to mount the device to the wall or to another place. I simply drilled a hole in the bottom plate and secured the stand with a nail. But this must be done carefully so that the record does not break.

We connect the wire to the computer and admire our work.

Hanging up the headphones:

It turned out quite well. A photo can't convey the full effect, but the work is worth it. You can also solder a toggle switch to turn off the backlight.

Why is a headphone organizer useful?

To organize the most comfortable and convenient space for work and rest, every thing should be in its place. Headphones are no exception. The stand allows you to:

• ensure safe and convenient storage of headphones and thereby extend their service life;
• place the device in a visible place and always have it at hand at the right time;
• decorate the room with an interesting and bright design.

The issue of choosing a template should be taken especially seriously. After all, the beautiful and unusual design of the product can make it the highlight of the room. In addition, the design can simultaneously perform various functions: hold the headphones in a certain position and have special holes for storing flash drives, wires and other small items. The following options are popular:

• Compositions from plastic pipes. This method is especially relevant after repairs and replacement of plumbing equipment.
• Metal forging. This type will be durable.
• The wooden stand is convenient and easy to make. It can be made from almost any log that does not have knots.
• From Lego, which you can borrow from children or buy a couple of packs in the store.

In this example, we will consider an interesting and modern option with LED backlighting from USB. You need to prepare in advance:

• plank (pine);
• acrylic glass;
• hook for hanging;
• USB controller;
• sheet of paper, pencil;
• ruler;
• adhesive composition;
• drill, plane and other tools.

IMPORTANT!

In general, the choice of template and manufacturing method depends on the available materials and tools, as well as the personal wishes of the headphone owner.