ᐅ Has anyone ever used the Kallax as a hi-fi rack?

Created on: 25 Jul 2020 14:07

Hello everyone,

I have a question for the community that perhaps some of you have already answered for yourselves: Has anyone used the Ikea Kallax shelf as a hi-fi rack?

I’m especially interested in how the shelf performs in terms of stability and sound neutrality, as I plan to place my amplifier, turntable, and other components there. Any experiences with vibrations, air circulation, or cable management would be very helpful.

Additionally, I would like to know if you have tried any extra measures like damping mats or specialized feet to optimize the Kallax for hi-fi purposes.

Looking forward to your opinions and tips!

pautanner26 Jul 2020 12:02

#13

I think you shouldn’t take the Kallax too seriously as a hi-fi rack. 😉 Sure, it gets better with a bit of handiwork, but sometimes it’s simply the charm that matters.

And neat cable management really makes the Ikea gem stand out as well. 🙂

mifra27 Jul 2020 08:44

#14

One small tip: If you place the Kallax on a hard floor, make sure to use rubber feet under the shelf. This prevents the transfer of vibrations to and from the floor.

From a technical perspective, any measures taken against vibrations and resonances are beneficial, especially for sensitive equipment like turntables.

ritotar27 Jul 2020 09:05

#15

I can confirm the rubber feet – I did the same, and since then the whole thing has been much more stable. You almost feel like a DIY pro 🙂

keogla27 Jul 2020 09:15

#16

In summary: For a complete hi-fi setup with heavy tube amplifiers, I would not recommend the Kallax. However, if the components are lighter and you apply some damping tips, it can be an affordable and stylish solution.

ᐅ Has anyone ever used the Kallax as a hi-fi rack?

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