Morrissey Posted August 10, 2022 Share Posted August 10, 2022 While flipping through a big box hardware store weekly ad, I saw a folding miter saw stand and wondered if it might make a good keyboard stand. Here are photos of a two different models, both well under $100. Has anyone tried this, as an alternative to more expensive keyboard "table" stands? Have I uncovered a "life hack" or is there something obvious I'm overlooking as to why not to trust a keyboard on one of these? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old No7 Posted August 10, 2022 Share Posted August 10, 2022 That will help cut through the mix! (cue: rim shot!) Old No7 1 4 Quote Yamaha MODX6 * Hammond SK Pro 73 * Roland Fantom-08 * Crumar Mojo Pedals * Mackie Thump 12As * Tascam DP-24SD * JBL 305 MkIIs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABECK Posted August 10, 2022 Share Posted August 10, 2022 Very sharp! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delaware Dave Posted August 10, 2022 Share Posted August 10, 2022 you could also use it to hold a Roland KC amp; seems to be a perfect fit and dual functionality 1 3 Quote 57 Hammond B3; 69 Hammond L100P; 68 Leslie 122; Kurzweil Forte7 & PC3; M-Audio Code 61; Voce V5+; Neo Vent; EV ELX112P; GSI Gemini & Burn Delaware Dave Exit93band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldwin Funster Posted August 10, 2022 Share Posted August 10, 2022 Better than using a keyboard stand to hold your saw, i would assume. 1 3 Quote FunMachine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProfD Posted August 10, 2022 Share Posted August 10, 2022 It's lacking in height adjustment but makes up for it in width. 😁😎 3 Quote PD "The greatest thing you'll ever learn, is just to love and be loved in return."--E. Ahbez "Nature Boy" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EscapeRocks Posted August 10, 2022 Share Posted August 10, 2022 table height of the top one is 30.4 inches Quote David Gig Rig:Depends on the day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABECK Posted August 10, 2022 Share Posted August 10, 2022 The roller attachments, which are used for long boards like siding and planking, would be a disaster for a keyboard. One healthy glissando and your board would be across the room. But as a simple table stand, I'm sure it would be ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Ranger Posted August 10, 2022 Share Posted August 10, 2022 Every sound becomes a sawtooth wave... 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coker Posted August 10, 2022 Share Posted August 10, 2022 But, seriously, folks, I do have a miter saw stand, and it is very heavy. I would rather pay more for a keyboard stand that I could actually carry easily. Quote CA93, MODX8, YC88, K8.2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D. Gauss Posted August 10, 2022 Share Posted August 10, 2022 1 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldwin Funster Posted August 10, 2022 Share Posted August 10, 2022 13 minutes ago, D. Gauss said: That's one heavy duty ironing board. It looks like you could lift a motor out of your Buick with that thing. Quote FunMachine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Williams Posted August 10, 2022 Share Posted August 10, 2022 3 hours ago, Jr. Deluxe said: Better than using a keyboard stand to hold your saw, i would assume. Actually, an X stand works nicely as a sawing table for small jobs. 3 Quote -Tom Williams {First Name} {at} AirNetworking {dot} com PC4-7, PX-5S, AX-Edge, PC361 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Williams Posted August 10, 2022 Share Posted August 10, 2022 It sure looks like you guys have covered all the angles in this thread. 1 Quote -Tom Williams {First Name} {at} AirNetworking {dot} com PC4-7, PX-5S, AX-Edge, PC361 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MathOfInsects Posted August 10, 2022 Share Posted August 10, 2022 Keyboard Corner. Always on the cutting edge. 4 Quote Now out! "Mind the Gap," a 24-song album of new material. www.joshweinstein.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real MC Posted August 11, 2022 Share Posted August 11, 2022 Only if your chops are wooden. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursers Posted August 11, 2022 Share Posted August 11, 2022 I'm board with this thread. 1 Quote The Keyboard Chronicles Podcast Check out your fellow forumites in an Apple Music playlist Check out your fellow forumites in a Spotify playlist My Music: Stainless Fields Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EscapeRocks Posted August 11, 2022 Share Posted August 11, 2022 4 hours ago, Tom Williams said: Actually, an X stand works nicely as a sawing table for small jobs. Heck I use one of my old X stands as a paint rack for my projects Quote David Gig Rig:Depends on the day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB Sherry Posted August 11, 2022 Share Posted August 11, 2022 If I’d been looking at catalogs last weekend I miter saw that, too. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threadslayer Posted August 11, 2022 Share Posted August 11, 2022 Am miter assume this thread wood knot be poplar? 2 1 Quote Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect. -Mark Twain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allan_evett Posted August 11, 2022 Share Posted August 11, 2022 This alternate use idea reminds me of what a Chicago region Guitar Center did several years back. They created a couch from four and eight-space ozite-covered racks. Those things are useful in lots of ways. I used a wheeled, 12-space unit as a TV stand in my first apartment. 1 Quote 'Someday, we'll look back on these days and laugh; likely a maniacal laugh from our padded cells, but a laugh nonetheless' - Mr. Boffo. We need a barfing cat emoticon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KuruPrionz Posted August 11, 2022 Share Posted August 11, 2022 Put keyboard firmly on the floor, sit cross legged behind it and play. Burn incense and chant. Nothing ever falls off the ground. 2 Quote It took a chunk of my life to get here and I am still not sure where "here" is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Lobo Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 A woman I know gigged with an ironing board as a keyboard stand Quote These are only my opinions, not supported by any actual knowledge, experience, or expertise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drawback Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 I think most of you have seen my Black & Decker Workmate (1980?), but it seems quite appropriate to repost it here. 4 Quote ____________________________________ Rod Here for the gear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoken6 Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 20 hours ago, JB Sherry said: If I’d been looking at catalogs last weekend I miter saw that, too. I *saw* what you did there... so much pun to be had. Cheers, Mike. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffincltnc Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 9 hours ago, El Lobo said: A woman I know gigged with an ironing board as a keyboard stand And she never had a single wrinkle in her shirt, either. 2 Quote Yamaha U1 Upright, Roland Fantom 8, Nord Stage 4 HA73, Nord Wave 2, Korg Nautilus 73, Viscount Legend Live, Lots of Mainstage/VST Libraries Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lou_NC Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 On 8/10/2022 at 1:47 PM, Morrissey said: While flipping through a big box hardware store weekly ad, I saw a folding miter saw stand and wondered if it might make a good keyboard stand. Here are photos of a two different models, both well under $100. Has anyone tried this, as an alternative to more expensive keyboard "table" stands? Have I uncovered a "life hack" or is there something obvious I'm overlooking as to why not to trust a keyboard on one of these? I think the top stand could work fine for me. I play bass pedals while sitting, and many stands interfere with placement of bass pedals and an expression pedal, this seems to offer stability and a lot of space underneath, for a good price. It may be a little high for sitting, but that's easily solved with a hacksaw on each of the 4 legs.......just cut a little at a time till you get it where you like it. Lou On 8/10/2022 at 1:47 PM, Morrissey said: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MathOfInsects Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 A miter saw might work for solo gigs, but for a full ensemble you really need a band saw. 1 5 Quote Now out! "Mind the Gap," a 24-song album of new material. www.joshweinstein.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KuruPrionz Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 57 minutes ago, MathOfInsects said: A miter saw might work for solo gigs, but for a full ensemble you really need a band saw. And a drill press, no outfit is complete without one... Quote It took a chunk of my life to get here and I am still not sure where "here" is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MathOfInsects Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 The other problem with a miter saw is that when you have one you tend to cut corners. 1 1 Quote Now out! "Mind the Gap," a 24-song album of new material. www.joshweinstein.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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