Program for a DJ Stand

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program:

the primary function of this stand is for DJs and their equipment when performing live at an event, party, or venue. it is common for lower budget events to use a portable or folding table to place all needed equipment. this provides enough space for all 'base' equipment as well as for the DJ's own equipment. the limitation of this is that tables are much too low for proper performances, leaving the DJ hunched over on stage. current dj stands available on the market appear very flimsy, do not accommodate a variety of equipment. there are units that are very design oriented and unique, but they are very expensive, and are not considered portable. the design of this unit should be expressive and unique, and stand out. it should be priced well below a high end unit but provide stability and character, and be functional according to the points below. it should also be portable so it can be a strong option for club and bars and event organizers in place of the typical white folding table, or be part of a DJ's key equipment to complement whatever infrastructure is already in place.

the design of this system will incorporate industrial aesthetic qualities; mimic nyc subway system elements, tracks.

key features of all models should include:

ability to accommodate laptop, but can be modular in its placement (5 points around table?); height should also be adjustable to 2-3 different points, if possible. the range of motion can be low to high depending on the three models, ie., the entry level may not have adjustable height, and the club level may accommodate two laptops in 6-7 different points, with adjustable heights.

ability to accommodate midi controller and mixer, or mixer and two turntables or cd decks (party level can accommodate 3 decks and club can accommodate 4? can these be expanded in a modular way if space is needed?);

three models:

1.       entry level, portable, can accommodate cabling, laptop, mixing equipment.

2.       party level, portable, used for bars, house parties, outdoor small events, traveling DJ, weddings and other parties, can accommodate cabling and monitors.

3.       club level, portable/semi-permanent, used for clubs, bars, festivals and major events, can accommodate heavier cabling, equipment.