Birks Place Products


 

Birks Place
Custom Made Speaker Stand

     
 

Model SS-N: Big Column Natural
Price: $35.00,
Shipping: $15.00

Starting as low as $35 for a custom made stand. BEFORE ORDERING please read the item listing for clarification about what is being sold and the ordering process. See the HOW TO ORDER section to start.

** PROMOTION SPECIAL **

Order a custom stand today and get 10% off the total stand price. Use the savings toward customizations, such as larger stand size and upgraded finish.

 

** BONUS SPECIAL **

Order Floor Spikes for a pair of stands and get FREE installation, a $40 value.

 

** FINISH UPGRADE **

Orders with the Rustic finish have the option of upgrading to the Enhanced finish at no extra charge.

Birks Place is on the internet! Custom made speaker stands for your music studio, home theater, audio/video installation, and anywhere a custom stand is desired. Made to your specifications, there are many possibilities. Get the perfect size and height, and a great looking stand!

Made of Northwest Alder hard wood, a feature found in higher quality furniture. Different wood colors are available. Unfinished is also possible.

Stands have a clean modern look. Stand design scales from mini desktop size to large floor size. The large size column provides excellent stability. The open back standard column provides easy cable management. An enclosed 4-sided column can also be ordered. All wood construction resonates and reflects less than metal stands, providing a more accurate listening experience.

The finish is a multiple step process using high quality professional coatings. A range of finish options are offered to acccomodate budget, needs, and desires, from low-cost utilitarian to approaching the look of higher end furniture.

Small size stands can handle up to 30 lbs or more depending on stand size. Medium size stands can handle weight up to 50 lbs or more depending on stand size. Large size stands can handle weight up to 70 lbs or more depending on stand size. Stands that handle larger weight can be special ordered.

Price is for one basic stand. For details about the basic stand, see the Customizing section below.

Made in USA. Some assembly required.

 

STAND GALLERY

Below are example stands with various customizations that can be ordered.

This is a custom made, made to order item, not pre-made or standard size. Listing price is for one basic stand. Orders that go beyond the basic stand limits will be an additional cost. See the Customizing section for more information. Before ordering please read the How To Order section in the listing below.


Height: 24 in
Top Plate: 15 x 9 in
Bottom Plate: 17 x 11 in
Refined Edges, Tilted Top Plate w/ Back Support, Oak B Color, Refined Finish

Height: 10 in
Top Plate: 15 x 13 in
Bottom Plate: 17 x 15 in
Monolith Column, Refined Edges, Enhanced Finish

Height: 14 in
Column Size: 9 x 7 in
Plateless, Refined Edges, Cherry B Color, Refined Finish

Height: 10 in
Top Plate: 7 x 10-5/8 in
Bottom Plate: 8 x 11-5/8 in
Refined Edges, Tilted Top Plate w/ Back Support, Cherry B Color, Refined Finish


Height: 18 in
Top Plate: 11 x 9 in
Bottom Plate: 13 x 11 in

Refined Finish


Height: 12 in
Top Plate: 11 x 15 in
Bottom Plate: 13 x 17 in
Cherry A Color

Height: 14 in
Top Plate: 6 x 7 in
Bottom Plate: 8 x 9 in
Monolith Column, Maple A Color

Height: 6 in
Top Plate: 6 x 6 in
Bottom Plate: 6 x 6 in

Height: 10 in
Top Plate: 7 x 5 in
Monolith Column without Bottom Plate

 

POSSIBLE STAND USES

 

  • Audio speakers
  • Center speaker
  • Gear/Equipment
  • Tradeshow/Special events
  • Art and collectibles
  • Plant and flower display
And much more, your imagination is the limit.

 

ABOUT CUSTOM MADE

Custom made is a limited production item. Cost is generally higher because of the lack of mass production and optimized distribution. With custom made the cost of skill and labor is concentrated into a single item, instead of distributed among many items like in mass production. Ordering custom made is like commissioning an artisan or craftsman to create something for you. This is different than buying a mass produced product from a store. It can take several or more hours of skilled labor over several days to make a custom item to your specifications. Shipping carriers do not discount much for low volume shipping. Cost reflects the realities of the local economy, it is not compensated or subsidized by foreign governments or through market manipulation like is occurring with many imported products.

What makes custom made better? Price is not the only measure of value, otherwise everyone would buy the cheapest product available. With custom made you have the value of the custom size, custom features, quality workmanship, healthier materials, and more. Having the right size item for your needs without compromise is peace of mind. In a work environment, custom made can help increase your productivity. With custom made, you can get something that is unique and cannot be bought as a mass produced item.

 

ABOUT BIRKS PLACE

Birks Place is a brand of commissioned and custom made furniture and woodworking, accommodating a range of budgets and needs, from low-cost utilitarian to approaching the look of higher end furniture.

 

COMMUNICATION

To make inquiry please send email to the following email address:

 

HOW TO ORDER

This listing is divided into sections. It is recommended that you first do an overview of the entire listing, then go back and review relevant sections when drafting an order. If you are only interested in a basic stand with a custom size and no other customizations, see the Stand Height, Plate Front, and Plate Side sections.

This is a custom made, made to order item. To order, send email containing the stand model, quantity, stand dimensions, and other details, to the following email address:

There is a Help Guide section in the listing below that can assist you in drafting an order. There is a How To Estimate Cost section in the listing below that can assist you in estimating cost.

You can use the order template below and insert the stand dimensions and other details into the '()' placeholders.

Model SS-N Big Column Natural
Quantity: () Stand(s)

Stand Height: () inches
Top Plate Size: () Front inches x () Side inches
Bottom Plate Size: () Front inches x () Side inches

Column: ()
Edge Treatment: ()
Color: ()
Sheen: (Medium)

Finish Quality: ()
Other: ()

The front dimension is the side-to-side dimension (across the speaker front). The side dimension is the front-to-back dimension (along the speaker side).

The stand dimensions and other details you provide will indicate what customizations have been ordered. If weight handling is a concern, please include the weight amount that will be placed on the stand and the order will be checked for weight handling.

Please double-check your order to make sure the stand size, finish quality, and other ordered customizations are what you intend to order.

Follow up will be done to finalize the order and arrange for payment. You will have opportunity to review the order and make changes before finalizing. Once payment has been completed your order will be added to the next production batch.

 

HELP GUIDE

How to determine the stand height

At the speaker location, raise or lower your speaker with books, magazines, or similar, until you achieve an optimal speaker height. You then measure the height to the bottom of the speaker.

How to determine the top and bottom plate sizes

Measure the front and side of the bottom of your speaker without any front grill or panel attached.

For the top plate, subtract 1 inch from the measured speaker bottom. For the bottom plate, add 1 inch to the measured speaker bottom. For example, if the speaker bottom measures 9 x 10 inches, the top plate will be 8 x 9 inches, and the bottom plate will be 10 x 11 inches. For larger speakers one may want to subtract 2 inches for the top plate, and add 2 inches for the bottom plate. For tall stands, it is a good idea to make the bottom plate substantially larger than the speaker bottom to avoid the "lollipop" look and to increase stability.

To help with the design process, one can make paper cutouts of the plates and column to get a visual idea of what things will look like. Making estimated paper cutouts of the top and bottom plates and comparing with the speaker is a quick way to determine the plate sizes.

This is only a guide. You can determine your own dimensions within the dimension limits.

More suggestions

For desktop stands, to conserve desktop space, one might consider making the bottom plate the same size as the top plate.

For a pedestal look, one might consider making the top plate larger than the speaker bottom.

If ordering a tilted top plate, to determine the tilt angle, draw tilt angle on a piece of paper and cut it out as a wedge, and then compare it with the speaker to help visualize how things will look. The listing example pictures of the tilted top plate show a 5-6 degree tilt.

If a back support is ordered with a tilted top plate, keep in mind that the speaker will not sit centered on the plate, but be pushed forward a bit because of the back support. Making paper cutouts of the top plate and back support will help visualize how things will look.

If a 4-sided column is ordered, if one intends to fill the column with sand or other weight, it is recommended to put the weight inside plastic bags or similar to keep things tidy.

 

HOW TO ESTIMATE COST

If the basic stand fits your needs, the cost is the price of this listing. If you need customizations that go beyond the basic stand, to estimate cost, you simply add the price of the basic stand and the price of the desired customizations.

Example pricing, if you would like the basic stand to be customized to be 24 inches high with 12x12 inch top and bottom plates, with the enhanced finish, then the estimated cost will be the basic stand, plus the Up to 24 inch Height, plus the Up to 12 inches Plate Front, plus the Up to 12 inches Plate Side, plus the Enhanced Finish Quality customizations.

 

CUSTOMIZING

This is a custom made, made to order item. Stands are sold individually. Each stand has a column, a top plate, and a bottom plate.

Customizing starts with a basic stand, then customizations can be ordered at an additional cost.

The basic stand price is the price of this listing. The basic stand is as follows:

Stand Height 3 - 6 inches
Plate Front 2 - 6 inches
Plate Side 2 - 6 inches
Column Standard
Edge Treatment Standard
Color Natural Alder
Sheen Medium
Finish Quality Rustic

Orders that go beyond the basic stand limits will be an additional cost. Prices for various customizations are provided in this listing for purposes of estimating cost.

Depending on what is ordered, some customizations may be required, and others may not be available.

Below is list of customizations that are described in detail.

  • Stand Height
  • Plate Front
  • Plate Side
  • Column
  • Edge Treatment
  • Tilted Top Plate
  • Plate Shape
  • Front Cover
  • Extended Sides
  • Auxiliary Hole
  • Floor Spikes
  • Wood Used
  • Sheen
  • Color
  • Combination Color
  • Finish Quality

Looking for a customization not listed here? Please inquire about possibility and pricing.

There is an Ordering Tips section in this listing that can assist you in determing the stand size. If you are unsure about what to order, please contact and describe what will be placed on the stand and the weight, and suggestions will be provided.

There is a How to Estimate Price section in this listing that can assist you in estimating cost. If you would like help determining the total price, please submit request with a proposed order using the order template, and pricing will be provided.

Small size stands can handle up to 30 lbs or more depending on stand size. Medium size stands can handle weight up to 50 lbs or more depending on stand size. Large size stands can handle weight up to 70 lbs or more depending on stand size. Stands that handle larger weight can be special ordered.

Manufacturing tolerance is up to 1/8 inch.

 

Stand Height

The following stand heights can be custom ordered. Pricing is provided for estimating cost.

Stand Height Price Shipping
Up to 6 inches Included Included
Up to 8 inches Add $5 Add $1
Up to 10 inches Add $10 Add $2
Up to 12 inches Add $15 Add $3
Up to 14 inches Add $20 Add $4
Up to 16 inches Add $25 Add $5
Up to 18 inches Add $30 Add $6
Up to 20 inches Add $35 Add $7
Up to 22 inches Add $40 Add $8
Up to 24 inches Add $45 Add $10
Up to 26 inches Add $50 Add $12
Up to 28 inches Add $55 Add $14
Up to 30 inches Add $60 Add $16
Up to 32 inches Add $65 Add $18
Up to 34 inches Add $70 Add $20
Up to 36 inches Add $75 Add $22
Up to 38 inches Add $80 Add $24
Up to 40 inches Add $85 Add $26
Up to 42 inches Add $90 Add $29

Larger stand heights are available by special order.

Stand height is the total stand height, measured from the bottom of the bottom plate, to the top of the top plate.

 

Plate Front

The following plate front sizes can be custom ordered. Pricing is provided for estimating cost.

Plate Front Price Shipping
Up to 6 inches Included Included
Up to 7 inches Add $2 Add $1
Up to 8 inches Add $4 Add $1
Up to 9 inches Add $6 Add $2
Up to 10 inches Add $8 Add $3
Up to 11 inches Add $10 Add $4
Up to 12 inches Add $13 Add $4
Up to 13 inches Add $17 Add $5
Up to 14 inches Add $21 Add $6
Up to 15 inches Add $25 Add $7
Up to 16 inches Add $29 Add $9
Up to 17 inches Add $35 Add $11
Up to 18 inches Add $41 Add $14
Up to 19 inches Add $47 Add $17
Up to 20 inches Add $55 Add $20
Up to 21 inches Add $63 Add $23
Up to 22 inches Add $71 Add $27
Up to 23 inches Add $79 Add $30
Up to 24 inches Add $87 Add $33
Up to 25 inches Add $95 Add $36
Up to 26 inches Add $103 Add $39
Up to 27 inches Add $111 Add $42
Up to 28 inches Add $119 Add $45
Up to 29 inches Add $127 Add $48
Up to 30 inches Add $135 Add $51

Larger plate front sizes are available by special order.

The front dimension is the side-to-side dimension (across the speaker front). The side dimension is the front-to-back dimension (along the speaker side).

It is possible to order different top and bottom plate sizes. The plate size customization is determined by the largest plate size. Customization price covers both top and bottom plates. For example, if you order a 12 x 12 inch top plate and a 14 x 14 inch bottom plate, the "Up to 14 inches" plate size price will cover both plates.

Material thickness varies depending on stand size, ranging from around 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch and more. Generally, the larger the stand the thicker the material used for the plates. It is possible to special order thicker material for particular needs.

Number of assembly holes varies depending on stand size, ranging from 1 hole for small plates to 4 holes for larger plates.

 

Plate Side

The following plate side sizes can be custom ordered. Pricing is provided for estimating cost.

Plate Side Price Shipping
Up to 6 inches Included Included
Up to 7 inches Add $2 Add $1
Up to 8 inches Add $4 Add $1
Up to 9 inches Add $6 Add $2
Up to 10 inches Add $8 Add $2
Up to 11 inches Add $10 Add $3
Up to 12 inches Add $13 Add $3
Up to 13 inches Add $17 Add $4
Up to 14 inches Add $21 Add $5
Up to 15 inches Add $25 Add $7
Up to 16 inches Add $29 Add $9
Up to 17 inches Add $35 Add $11
Up to 18 inches Add $41 Add $14
Up to 19 inches Add $47 Add $17
Up to 20 inches Add $55 Add $20
Up to 21 inches Add $63 Add $23
Up to 22 inches Add $71 Add $27
Up to 23 inches Add $79 Add $30
Up to 24 inches Add $87 Add $33

Larger plate side sizes are available by special order.

 

Column

The following column types can be custom ordered. Pricing is provided for estimating cost.

Column Price
Standard Included
Custom

Add $10 + 15% Stand Height & Smallest Plate Size Price

Monolith Add $16 + 45% Stand Height & Smallest Plate Size Price
Plateless Subtract $10 + 50% Column Size Price

Columns have (3) sides by default, where the column back is open. A 4-sided column can be custom ordered. This customization makes an enclosed column with (4) sides. Price is $12 + 30% stand height & smallest plate size. The 4-sided column is typically ordered when one intends to fill the column with sand or other weight, or when the column back will be visible.

Stands with very small plate sizes, such as 2-4 inches,  may have a solid column instead of an open column.

Below is description of the different column types. The monolith and plateless column types can handle heavier loads.

Standard Column

This is the default column. The standard column size is approximately 2/3 the smallest plate size, both in the front and side dimensions. For example, if the smallest plate size is 9 x 12 inches, the standard column size will be around 6 x 8 inches.

By default the standard column has (3) sides. If one desires an enclosed column, then order the 4-sided column customization.

Below is example of a standard column.

 

Custom Column

This customization allows one to specify a column size other than the standard column size. The minimum column size that can be ordered is 1/4 the smallest plate size. The maximum column size that can be ordered is 1 inch smaller than the smallest plate size. For example, if the smallest plate size is 8 x 12 inches, the minimum column size is 2 x 3 inches, and the maximum column size is 7 x 11 inches.

If one wants a column size that goes to the edges of the top plate, then order the monolith column customization below.

By default the custom column has (3) sides. If one desires an enclosed column, then order the 4-sided column customization.

 

Monolith Column

This column customization provides a monolithic, large column look. The column is made the same size as the top plate. The top plate is made part of the column instead of detachable.

Below are other customizations that can be ordered.

Customization Price

Standard Bottom Plate

Included
Attached Bottom Plate Add $14
Recessed Bottom Plate Add $24
Without Bottom Plate Subtract $5 + 30% Top Plate Size

Recessed Top Plate

Add $22

The standard bottom plate is made detachable. The smallest plate size that can be ordered is 1 inch larger than the top plate size. This is to allow room for the plate mounting holes.

The attached bottom plate makes the the bottom plate the same size as the column. The plate is made part of the column instead of detachable.

The recessed bottom plate positions the bottom plate recessed in the column instead of on the bottom, to make the column sides appear like a solid block of wood. The plate is made detachable.

The without bottom plate, no bottom plate is made. The base of the stand will be the bottom edge of the column. For this customization there is a discount.

The recessed top plate positions the top plate recessed in the column instead of on the top, to make the column sides appear like a solid block of wood. By default, the plate is made part of the column instead of detachable.

By default the monolith column has (3) sides. If one desires an enclosed column, then order the 4-sided column customization.

It is possible to order a monolith column that is completely enclosed. This is like an enclosed box with 6 faces. For this possibility, the recessed bottom plate must be ordered.

Below are examples of a monolith column with bottom plate.

Below are examples of a monolith column without the bottom plate customization.

Below are examples of a monolith column with the attached bottom plate customization.

 

Plateless Column

This column customization makes a stand that is only a column, without top and bottom plates.

By default the plateless column has (3) sides. If one desires an enclosed column, then order the 4-sided column customization.

This customization has a discount of $10 + 45% of the column size price. The column size is the stand height and equivalent plate size. Essentially the discount reflects not having top and bottom plates. Example pricing, if the column is 12 x 12 x 12 inches, then the price will be "Up to 12 inches" height and "Up to 12 inches" front and side plate size, then subtract $10 and subtract 45% of the "Up to 12 inches" height and "Up to 12 Inches" front and side plate size.

Below are examples of a plateless column, with and without the enclosed column option.


 

 

Edge Treatment

The following edge treatments can be custom ordered:

Edge Treatment Price
Standard Included
Refined Add $18
Hybrid Add $18

Below are examples of edge treatments.


Standard

Refined

The standard edge treatment lightly rounds edges to remove edge sharpness and provide a hard edge look.

The refined edge treatment substantially rounds edges to provide a more refined look and feel. The amount of roundover for the refined edge treatment varies depending on material thickness for good looks.

The hybrid edge treatment uses a mix of standard and refined edge treatments. The column has the refined edge treatment. For the top and bottom plates, the top edges have the refined edge treatment, and the bottom edges have the standard edge treatment.

 

Tilted Top Plate

A tilted top plate can be custom ordered. Price is $16.

One can specify a backward tilt (speaker front facing upwards) or a forward tilt (speaker front facing downwards). By default the tilt angle is around 5 degrees. Tilt angle can be specified if you desire a different angle. Tilt angle is approximate.

For a backward tilt, stand height is measured to the top of the top plate front edge. For a forward tilt, stand height is measured to the top of the top plate front edge (disregarding any front support).

A tilted top plate is only available with the standard and custom columns. A tilted top plate is not available with the monolith column.


Tilted Top Plate

A back support or front support can be custom ordered. Price is $10. The back support is attached to the back edge of the top plate. The front support is attached to the front edge of the top plate.

The height of the support above the top plate is approximately the material thickness, ranging from less than 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch or more depending on the stand size. If the height of the support is critical, it can be specified.


Tilted Top Plate With Back Support

 

Plate Shape

The following plate shapes can be custom ordered:

Plate Shape Price
Rectangle Included
Circle Add $12 per Plate
Polygon Add $12 per Plate

The poloygon plate shape is limited to simple polygons. More complex shapes may be possible at an additional cost.


Circle Plate
Shape

Polygon Plate Shape

 

Front Cover

A front cover can be custom ordered. Price is $12 + 25% stand height & smallest plate size. A front cover is typically ordered to get a two-color look. Front cover will be made the same size as the column front. Default color is Natural Alder.


Front Cover

 

Extended Sides

Extended sides can be custom ordered. Price is $18. Sides will extend from the stand front/back instead being flush. Sides will extend around 1/4 inch by default, less for smaller stands. One can specify the extension amount if desired. Extended sides will decrease the column inside space accordingly. Default color is Natural Alder.


Extended Sides

 

Auxiliary Hole

An auxiliary hole can be custom ordered. Multiple holes are possible. These are through holes, they go through both sides of the material. Useful for cable management, mounting speakers, and more.

The following hole sizes can be custom ordered. Pricing is provided for estimating cost.

Hole Size Price
Up to 1 inch Add $4 per Hole
Up to 2 inch Add $8 per Hole

Hole position can be specified. Hole position is approximate. Hole diameter can be specified. Available sizes are 1/8, 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, 1, 1-1/4, 1-1/2, 1-3/4, and 2 inches. Holes larger than 2 inches may be possible at an additional cost. Hole size is approximate.


Auxillary Holes (for speaker mount and cable management)

 

Floor Spikes

Floor spikes can be custom ordered. Floor spikes can add stability when placing stands on thicker carpet. Price is $20 to install plus an additional amount for the floor spikes. Spike choice and price may vary depending on current distributor offerings. Floor spikes will add to the total height (stand height + spike height).


Floor Spikes

 

Wood Used

Alder is the default wood used. Alder provides a modern clean look. Oak and maple can be special ordered at an additional cost. Oak provides a vintage classic look. Maple provides a white wood look.

 

Sheen

The following sheens can be custom ordered. Pricing is provided for estimating cost.

Sheen Price
Medium Included
Unfinished Subtract 5% Stand Price

Medium sheen is similar to a satin sheen.

Unfinished is bare wood that has been prepared for finishing. If the unfinished sheen option is selected, Natural Alder will be the only color option available. For the finish quality, you will get all the features of the finish quality that are applicable to an unfinished stand.


Sheen Unfinished

 

Color

The following colors can be custom ordered. Pricing is provided for estimating cost.

Color Price
Natural Alder Included
Oak A Add $15 + 15% Front & Side & Height Price
Oak B
Oak C
Maple A
Maple B
Maple C
Cherry A
Cherry B
Walnut A
Walnut B
Mahogany A
Mahogany B

Below are examples of available colors:


Natural Alder
 

Oak A

Oak B


Oak C

 

Maple A

Maple B


Maple C

 

Cherry A

Cherry B

Walnut A

Walnut B

Mahogany A

Mahogany B

Natural Alder color is the natural color of Alder wood.

This is a natural wood product. Wood grain and color can vary with each piece of wood. Color choices are approximate. Color can differ due to variation in light conditions, supplier product, wood used, finishing process, and other.

Color matching is not available. It is possible to order a stand unfinished so one can custom color and finish. See the Sheen section for more information.

For black or white color see the model SS-G Big Column Modern listing. It is similar to this model but offers black and white colors.

 

Combination Color

A combination color can be custom ordered. For example, you can make the top and bottom plate color different than the column color. If the stand column has more than a single color, the extended sides customization must be ordered.

The Combination color price is the total selected colors. Black color is availableas a combination color choice. Black color has discounted price of $10. Example pricing, if the stand top and bottom will be Black color, and the columns will be Oak B color, the combination color price will be the Black color price plus the Oak B color price.


Combination Color

 

Finish Quality

The following finish qualities can be custom ordered. Pricing is provided for estimating cost.

Finish Quality Price
Rustic Included
Enhanced Add $10 + 5% Stand Price
Refined Add $25 + 15% Stand Price
Refined Plus Varies

 

Rustic Finish

  • Solid hard wood is used
  • This is an entry level, respectable basic utility finish
  • Good choice for low cost
  • Attention to detail is less than the upgrade finish qualities
  • Some hand sanding is done
  • Surfaces are not as smooth as the upgrade finish qualities
  • Has a higher tolerance for finish defects than the upgrade finish qualities
  • More color variation between wood pieces than upgrade finish qualities
  • Wood grain pattern is less uniform than upgrade finish qualities
  • Wood imperfections such as knots and crevices are left untreated, for a rustic look
     

Enhanced Finish

  • This improves upon the rustic finish
  • Better grade wood is used
  • Most knots are avoided in wood selection
  • Major wood imperfections are treated
  • Additional attention to detail is made
  • Additional amount of hand sanding is done
  • Wood is selected and oriented for good looks
  • Wood color is more uniform
  • Wood grain pattern is more uniform
  • Work is done to make outside surfaces smoother
  • Work is done to lower finish defects
     

Refined Finish

  • This is a refined wood grain look
  • High grade wood is used
  • Wood with a very low number of imperfections is used
  • Wood imperfections are treated
  • Wood carefully selected and oriented for good looks
  • Wood grain pattern is very uniform
  • Wood color is made more vibrant
  • FInish has improved clarity
  • Special attention to detail is made
  • Large amount of hand sanding is done
  • Work is done to make outside surfaces very smooth
  • Inside surfaces get improved finish
  • Work is done to minimize finish defects
     



Refined Finish Plus

  • Has all the features of the refined finish using premium grade wood
  • Approaches the look of higher end furniture
  • Availabilty varies, price varies
     

If you do not want untreated knots and crevices, do not order the rustic finish. If you want a refined look, order the refined, refined plus, smooth, or smooth composite finish quality.

Availability of the refined plus finish can vary. A limited quantity of premium grade wood is reserved for this finish and can be exhausted quickly depending on the demand. When the refined plus finish is not available, the refined finish is recommended.

The enhanced finish is considered the best value, it gets into the ballpark of nice without the cost of higher grade wood, extra attention to detail, and other premium features.

Example pricing, the refined finish will be $25 plus 20% of the total stand price, including all ordered stand customizations such as stand size, material thickness, middle shelf, and other.

 

SHIPPING

This is a custom made, made to order item, and created upon demand. There can be up to a 30 day delay before item is shipped. Orders are done in batches, not individually. Current turnaround time is 20-30 days.

Shipping price includes transport costs, shipping box, packing materials, packing labor, and drop off with carrier. Because this is a custom made item with many possible configurations, often custom packing has to be done and custom shipping boxes made. This additional service is included in the shipping price.

In the listing, some of the item price is included in the shipping price so that prices can be simple and easy to calculate. Shipping costs are not hidden in the item price. For small volume shipping, transport costs are typically 2-5 times more than what large corporations such as Amazon and Walmart pay. Because this is a custom made item with many possible configurations, to keep things simple, the estimated shipping price is an average flatrate based upon previous shipping costs.

When shipping locations are long distance or remote, an additional shipping charge may be added to help cover transport costs.

Shipping to Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico, and APOs is available, but size and weight restrictions apply. Please inquire for more information.

Shipping to international destinations is not available at this time. International buyers typically have item shipped to an international carrier service operating in the USA, such as an ocean freight service, who transports the item to the international destination.

 

PAYMENT

THIS IS A NON COMMERCE TRANSACTION

PayPal payment accepted with conditions. Buyer must have item shipped to the address associated with payment. Please make sure address is current when making PayPal payment.

Other payment methods accepted include USPS money order, and cashiers check from a bank with a local office in Phoenix, Arizona.

For local pickup, Paypal is not available as a payment option.

 

 

 

 


Example Stands




 


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Color Choices


Natural Alder Color

 

FINISH QUALITY CHOICES

 


Refined Plus Finish

 


Rustic Finish

 


Enhanced Finish

 


Refined Finish

 

PROFESSIONAL REVIEWS

 

SECRETS of Home Theater and High Fidelity

In short, the Birk’s stands are the most fully-customizable that I’ve ever seen... if you need specialty speaker stands, I recommend Birk’s without hesitation. Their pride of craftsmanship seems unparalleled. "

 

BUYER FEEDBACK

 

  • "Great transparent communication and delivered exactly what I ordered."
  • "As advertised, well packed, promptly delivered - Thanks!"
  • "Awesome stands!! Great communication to make sure I got right size. Perfect!"
  • "exception quality of both materials and workmanship."
  • "Very nice!!! Totally worth the wait. Nicely packaged and good status updates."
  • "Wonderful job well worth the wait. Thanks"
  • "absolutely gorgeous! custom stands with attention to detail. perfect match!"
  • "Great quality!"
  • "As advertised!"

 

STAND GALLERY

Below are example stands with various customizations that can be ordered.

This is a custom made, made to order item, not pre-made or standard size. Listing price is for one basic stand. Orders that go beyond the basic stand limits will be an additional cost. See the Customizing section for more information. Before ordering please read the How To Order section.


Height: 16 in
Top Plate: 10 x 12 in
Bottom Plate: 12 x 14 in
4-Sided Column, Refined Edges, Oak A Color, Refined Finish

Height: 24 in
Top Plate: 14 x 14 in
Bottom Plate: 17 x 17 in
Cherry B Color, Enhanced Finish

Height: 8 in
Top Plate: 6 x 7 in
Bottom Plate: 6 x 7 in
Monolith Column, Flush Bottom Plate, Enhanced Finish


Height: 12 in
Top Plate: 6 x 8 in
Monolith Column without Bottom Plate, Refined Edges, Walnut A Color, Enhanced Finish


Height: 24 in
Top Plate: 6 x 8 in
Bottom Plate: 8 x 10 in
4-Sided Column, Enhanced Finish

Height: 22 in
Top Plate: 9 x 11-1/2 in
Bottom Plate: 11 x 13-1/2 in
Monolith Column, 4-Sided Column, Walnut A Color, Refined Finish

Height: 16 in
Top Plate: 14 x 10-1/2 in
Bottom Plate: 16 x 12-1/2 in
4-Sided Column, Refined Edges, Combination Color Walnut A/Black, Refined Finish


Height: 16 in
Top Plate: 14 x 12 in
Bottom Plate: 16 x 14 in
Monolith Column, Walnut B Color, Enhanced Finish


Height: 11 in
Top Plate: 7 x 7 in
Bottom Plate: 10 x 10 in
Monolith Column, 4-Sided Column, Refined Edges, Maple B Color, Enhanced Finish


Height: 12 in
Top Plate: 14 x 11 in
Bottom Plate: 16 x 13 in
Tilted Top Plate w/ Back Support, Enhanced Finish

Height: 8 in
Top Plate: 7 x 11 in
Bottom Plate: 9 x 13 in
Refined Edges, Walnut A Color, Refined Finish

Height: 24 in
Top Plate: 14 x 11 in
Bottom Plate: 17 x 14 in
Refined Edges, Cherry A Color, Refined Finish


Height: 14 in
Top Plate: 8 x 12 in
Bottom Plate: 9 x 12 in
Oak B Color, Enhanced Finish


Height: 18 in
Top Plate: 11 x 11 in
Bottom Plate: 11 x 11 in
4-Sided Column, Refined Edges, Walnut A Color, Enhanced Finish


Height: 14 in
Top Plate: 7 x 8 in
Bottom Plate: 8 x 9 in
Refined Edges, Cherry A Color, Refined Finish


Height: 8-1/2 in
Top Plate: 9 x 12 in
Bottom Plate: 12 x 15 in
Refined Finish, Unfinished


Height: 10 in
Top Plate: 9 x 11 in
Bottom Plate: 11 x 13 in
Walnut B Color, Enhanced Finish


Height: 30 in
Top Plate: 6 x 6 in
Bottom Plate: 8 x 10 in
4-sided Column, Unfinished

Height: 10 in
Top Plate: 7 x 7-1/4 in
Bottom Plate: 9 x 9-1/4 in
Monolith Column, 4-sided Column, Oak A Color

Height: 12 in
Top Plate: 8 x 9 in
Bottom Plate: 8 x 10 in
Oak B Color, Enhanced Finish