StudioTech DP-2 Flat Panel TV Stand Review
When you get that piece of upgraded equipment you’ve always wanted there’s typically that follow-up feeling of “man that makes my old furniture look really bad!” It has certainly happened to me on several occasions. When I first went from a 32-inch CRT to a flat panel display I wasn’t simply content to use the same furniture to house my newly acquired piece of equipment. For the main thing, the very nature of a flat panel demands that it be shown off in your viewing room. It’s a thing of beauty. I mean, if you’re planning on hiding away your new LCD or plasma TV, why didn’t you just save some money and get another CRT-based system? Let’s face it, they’re often cheaper and the performance is excellent. No, my friends, a purchase of this type must be quickly followed up by an AV stand worthy to showcase this new “investment”.

StudioTech is no stranger to Audioholics, and we were able to take a closer look at their DP-2 line of AV component racks. This stand works well in a corner, but also looks great when placed against a flat wall. When we took a quick peek at the specs it surprised us in that it seemed to be very “roomy” for equipment but maintained a low profile that didn’t dominate the room.

First Impressions
The Studiotech DP-2 arrived in six boxes. Each was manageable, but the combined weight would have been a nightmarish 105 pounds (because of its bulk). Instead, each of the six packages were easy to get into my reference room so that I could access the instructions and get started… Yes, I try to use the instructions so that I can add that commentary to the review as well. Each package opened up easily and had sufficient padding that absolutely nothing shifted or was damaged during transit – and that’s saying a lot in my experience. The DP-2 can come in either Black or Rosewood.

We selected the Rosewood as it photographs much better than black in my opinion, but both finishes seem to be very good choices and will fit almost any decorating style. You can actually order wood samples from StudioTech ($5 for all three finishes they manufacture) before you buy.



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