Best Laptop Stands for DJs (Updated Aug 2022)
Laptop stands..certainly not the most glamorous of all DJ equipment but they’re incredibly important given they hold your laptop up over the decks and mixer.
You’ll probably be surprised at the options you’re faced with when searching for laptop stands!
There’s a fair few on the market from both well known audio manufacturers like Samson and Pioneer and other companies who are better known for manufacturing hardware.
A quality laptop stand will enable you to freely and easily position for optimal use whilst avoiding any worry of catastrophic collapse! Truth be told, it is probably worth paying a little extra for a durable stand that won’t bend, break or lose structural strength.
Here, we’ve reviewed some of the best stands that are sure to go to the distance even under the rigours of mixing and performance!
Laptop Stands: The Main Points
Ok, so you might be thinking “well a stand is a stand, surely?” and whilst that’s true to some extent, there are numerous aspects to consider when selecting a quality stand!
Strength and Weight-bearing Capability
It’s no secret that most DJs use various Macbooks and they are pretty light, but still, laptop stands need to competently hold up both lighter and heavier laptops for long periods of time. If you buy a particularly lightweight stand and someone rocks up to play on it with a massive gaming laptop then you don’t want to be worried!
Also, stands aren’t the kind of thing that people tend to treat that carefully or kindly. A weak stand might buckle after it’s been chucked into a car trunk of van a few times. A strong one will be roadworthy – much more likely to stand the rigours of touring with quick set ups and tear downs.
Positioning
Most laptop stands are adjustable to some extent but some models make adjustment particularly easy. Most stands generally have two legs and a top section which holds the laptop – simple. Still, other stands do offer more options for adjustment. Sometimes, you can swivel your laptop to different angles, position it higher towards your eyeline or lower depending on your height/height of the DJ desk and even tilt your laptop far forward if you prefer it to be positioned more vertically.
Dual Laptop/Controller Capability
Laptop stands can also be used to hold MIDI controllers, keyboards, synths, etc. Some DJs require this two-tier setup – there just isn’t space on the desk otherwise. Some stands offer this capability, or may feature an extra shelf positioned below the main platform to hold an interface or other accessories.
Free Standing Tripod Laptop Stands
Not all stands are designed for desk use. Some are freestanding, i.e. the stand on the floor itself with a tripod. This is pretty niche but some DJs may not like the idea of having their laptop anywhere near the decks, instead opting to have it somewhere to their stage left or right. Other performers may not use conventional decks at all.
1. CRANE Stand Classic Universal Stand
This stands looks pretty awesome and it’s certainly been revered as a high quality compact no-nuisance stand. It’s pretty simple but features great tension knobs with locking levers, ensuring that it’s securable whilst remaining easily adjustable. It’s worth noting that the base is best suited to slotting under a mixer or deck. The stand is powder coated and with an ergonomic and aesthetically pleasing design. All things considered, this nice stand is actually pretty affordable.
Headline Features
- Looks great with a steel construction and powder coating (available in many colors)
- Can be folded down easily to the width of just one inch
- Up to 14 inches height adjustment
- Weighs just 3lbs
2. Ultimate Support Hyperstation QR Hyper Series Stand
This laptop stand looks pretty serious. It’s super strong, very sturdy and it simply won’t let you down, probably ever for your entire life or career! It’s also super adjustable – it’s clearly been designed to maximize positioning options and strength. This stand isn’t cheap but it’s supposed to be the only stand you’ll ever buy! The ways in which you can position this thing are crazy!
Headline Features
- Quick release locks for simple but secure adjustment
- Folds down to a remarkably small form for transport
- Made from aluminum so weights under 7lbs despite its durability
- Telescopic main support
- Can hold any weight laptop or keyboards
3. Numark Laptop Stand Pro
This laptop stand looks really basic but it’s designed for ultra-quick and hassle free setup. It can be setup in under 20 seconds or so, which is great compared to some of these other stands which’ll require a few minutes for setup or adjustment. The main sacrifice here is flexibility but this stand suits those who know how they’ll set up their kit. It also folds down neatly and easily into an included bag for transportation.
Headline Features
- Super compact laptop stand
- Comes with sticky pads for non-slip laptop security
- Easily setup in no time
- Comes with packable bag
4. CRANE Stand Plus Universal DJ Stand
Another Crane stand here, this time the Plus Universal model which at slight extra cost offers a load more positioning adjustments than the Classic model. It looks as good as it performs and though it features much of the same hardware as the Classic, it’ll hold heavier laptops. Actually though, they’re very similar stands in most ways!
Headline Features
- Can accommodate heavier laptops than the Classic
- Available in many different powder coated colors
- Strong carbon steel build
- Folds down to a remarkably small 1-inch wide form
5. On-Stage LPT5000 Laptop Stand
This is a classically designed durable laptop stand. It’s simple and durable and most importantly, it’s one of the cheapest stands in the lineup. Easy to setup and teardown, this stand offers a good deal of adjustability for the money and it’s constructed from steel that won’t easily bend or snap.
Headline Features
- Cheap!
- Can hold a laptop up to 8 lbs in weight
- Minimal fuss or hassle to setup or adjust
6. Pyle Laptop Stand Range
Pyle offers not one but three different laptop stands that’ll accommodate almost any use. They’re all constructed from the same strong steel tubing and they’re all relatively cheap.
These are:
This stand is designed to hold two laptops, or two devices (MIDI controllers, mini keyboards, etc) a laptop and a device, or other combos. It’s simple but it does the trick for anyone looking for a cheap dual stand.
This basic laptop stand is cost-effective and it folds down neatly into an included travel bag. Weighing a tiny 3lbs, you can’t complain about having to lug this laptop stand around with you. It’s a simple design but it works, its durable and it’ll easily hold a heavy laptop.
This stand is pretty similar to the previously mentioned 35 model but it features a swivel top. It’s easily adjustable and it carries the same good level of build quality of Pyle’s other stands, especially when factoring in the reasonable price.
7. Samson LTS50 Laptop Stand
This tripod stand is super heavy duty. It’s from a well-known and reputable hardware brand, Samson, and is clearly designed for pro tour use. Obviously, a tripod stand isn’t suitable for desktop DJing but it’ll easily hold a laptop or heavier devices like keyboards
Headline Features
- Can be adjusted to a height of 47 inches
- Wide plate for safely holding any laptop or even larger devices
- Thick steel tubing
- Lightweight given its durability
- Rubber feet
8. Hola! Music HPS-300B Heavy Duty Professional DJ Tripod Stand
Another heavy-duty tripod stand, this weighs in at a cheaper price than the Samson but doesn’t sacrifice much in terms of features and durability. It can be adjusted to a max height of 53 inches, features thick steel tubing and can easily hold heavy devices. This could be used to hold keyboards, synthesizers or analog gear, a projector, etc.
Headline Features
- Weighs just 11lbs despite a strong steel construction
- Highly adjustable
- Strong non-slip plate
9. Magma Vektor DJ Stand
This is more-or-less a cheaper clone of the Crane stands. It looks great, works similarly and it will easily carry heavier devices. It’s portable and slimline which enables you to slide it into small spaces within a DJ booth. That’s pretty important, as other stands will require a bit more maneuvering if space as at a premium.
Headline Features
- Essentially a Crane clone but a bit cheaper
- Strong and adjustable with levers and tension knobs
- Slim design for DJ booth use
- Can be packed down into a small form around 1 inch thick
10. Gravity LTS 01B Laptop and Controller Stand Adjustable DJ Stand
This cool looking stand is clearly designed to be strong but slimline. It features a lightweight aluminum construction but can support heavier laptops. It’s easier to fold down than it looks and its rather unique pentagonal design is really stable. One cool feature is its accessory tray – this is ideal for holding CDs, memory sticks, interfaces, a hard drive or other bits and pieces. The stand also comes with an optional clamp for attaching to the edge of a desk.
Headline Features
- Innovative design
- Accessory tray is really useful
- Folds down pretty well for a bulkier looking stand
- Strong laptop platform
11. Pioneer DJ DJC-STS1
Pioneer shamelessly released their own laptop stand showing that there’s absolutely nothing they can’t or won’t build! It’s pricey but it’s Pioneer, so that makes sense! It is a really good stand though, compact enough for tight space use but strong enough to hold heavy laptops. Its wide base is more stable than other stands on the list and it’s designed to be equally usable for MIDI controllers or other devices.
Headline Features
- Really thick adjustable middle tube
- Wide base is super-stable
- Pioneer branding and construction – it is a great piece of kit regardless of the extra cost
Worthy Mentions
Not quite laptop stands but awesome multi-functional DJ stands that can accomodate laptops and other devices.
Gorilla DJS Foldable Flight Case Stand
Ok, so this is a bit more than a laptop stand but it’s an awesome piece of hardware that can folded into its own built-in flight case. That’s pretty awesome, and it isn’t even expensive. With a wide platform, you can fit decks, a mixer and even some monitor speakers on this foldable stand.
Novopro WS1 CDJ Workstation
This workstation is designed to hold a laptop, mixer and two CDJs either side. It’s pretty bulky and pricey but if you’re looking for an all-in-one solution for studio use then this is the one. It can be installed into a venue but it comes with its own protective covers which is ideal if you do want to transport it. The benefit of this is you just stick it on a table or stable surface and boom, you’re done – setup your decks, laptop and mixer and you’re good to go.
Gibraltar GRSDJ-1 Radius DJ Workstation
Gibraltar are a well-known hardware manufacturer who create stands of all kinds for music use. This DJ workstation is pretty awesome and it’s best suited to accomodate a controller with a laptop positioned above it. It’s clearly really strong and versatile but it is designed for free-standing use with a max height of 36 inches.
Summary
Wow! There’s a lot of stands out there and they aren’t all the same at all. The best? Well, it depends on your requirements and budget but all of these stands offer great functionality and durability.
The Crane stands are some of the bestsellers but the Pyle range offers a great blend of function and affordability. The Ultimate Support Hyperstation is a beast and has to rank as the best in terms of pure build quality, features and construction.
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