John Sayers' Recording Studio Design Forum Archive

Hi there, apologies if this is in the wrong place. It is, in my mind, a design question:

How do you design your hardware racks and work desk to be kid-proof?

I will eventually build out a reference room + two live room studio setup. I plan to control the reference room entry via keypad on the sliding doors. Once inside the reference room, I plan on having enough mic pres and ADC/DAC for 16-24 channels, mixing inside the box (perhaps with a control surface like PS Faderport 16), and then limited mastering hardware (summing busses). Call it 10-15 rack spaces worth of gear.

Of course, that could (will) grow, but how would you recommend storing that to allow zero unwanted knob-turns? I understand the recommendation to never let the little kids into the room, but it's going to happen. Your advice is greatly appreciated.

Thank you!

Brian

Hi,

Have you considered doors on the front of your racks?
For the desk maybe some cover that folds back with piano hinges?

Just a few ideas
Dan

Good idea! Many rack manufacturers do offer racks with lockable glass doors. That would solve the problem simply and effectively.

- Stuart -

Yes, great recommendation! I will look into that. Thank you.