Salamander Quality

They look nice and they do the job. That was my initial impression of Salamander when I was looking for a rack. However, I found the price to be a bit high compared to other racks that I found that I liked just as much. What really put me off though was when I found what some local woodworkers could do for the same price. I don't think Salamander racks are bad for fit and finish. I just don't think they're value for money unless their "look" is just what you want. Cosmetics are worth money to people too, just like fit, finish, sturdiness, etc. I'm not saying don't buy one. I just recommend that you look around a bit before you put your money down.

Thanks for your responses. Mobility is important & the salamander is the only cabinet of this type that I've found. Anyone know of another that has mobility?

Seconding Markphd: Worth checking with some local woodworkers. They don't work cheap -- nor should they -- but 1500 is a bit of coin, and might find you approaching a custom piece you'd prefer to the mass market stuff. John

I recently had my stand custom built from a local cabinet maker - he was willingly to work with my ideas from various design from other stands like salamander - he drew up the plans and was very flexible on fit and finish - I had mine made out of Eastern HardRock Maple with one inch shelves and the stand is rock solid! All for $900 - Couldn't be any happier!

I upgraded all of my equipment (except for speakers) over the last year and the toughest thing to find was a well made stand/cabinet. After months of searching stores and on-line I stumbled across a company who makes cabinets that I consider to be one of the best values of all the upgrading I did. Not inexpensive, much a much higher quality than those "brand names" you see advertised in the a/v magazines. Not sure if they have a model that fits your needs but take a look. 100% hardwoods, no chip board or veneers. Come to you completely assembled like a quality piece of furniture. Take a look at: (standoutdesigns.com). I'm not associated with this company in any way except as a very satisfied cutomer.