Rise Above Vibrations

You’ve just dropped the needle on a new record. Your room fills with rich, warm sound, but then something happens. Someone runs into the room, or a moving van trundles past your place. There’s a slight tremor, and it’s getting picked up by your record player. Happens all the time, right? Not anymore! Meet the Apos x MattyBlue Wall-mounted Audio Rack.

The Birth of an Idea

Enter Matt Jabloner, known to the audiophile world as MattyBlue. A former environmental engineer turned audio equipment craftsman, Matt has a passion for creating both DIY products and quality-of-life-improving products that are so helpful they make us wonder why no one had thought of it before. Based in Washington state, Matt’s designs—ranging from turntable platforms to passive subwoofer kits—combine modern technology with timeless materials like solid Alder and Sapele wood.

Matt had a vision: a wall-mounted audio rack that not only looked stunning but also tackled the age-old enemy of great sound—vibrations. Walls, particularly solid exterior ones, are far more stable than floors. This stability, combined with a well-engineered design, could provide the ultimate solution for audiophiles.

Apos 𝒙 Community Collaboration

We were immediately intrigued by Matt's idea and knew it had potential. But instead of rushing to production, we turned to the experts—you, our Apos 𝒙 community. We posted an interest check on our blog to see if this concept resonated with fellow audiophiles. The response? Overwhelmingly positive. Buoyed by your enthusiasm, we created a poll for detailed feedback and suggestions.

Armed with this invaluable input, Matt went back to the drawing board. He refined his design, incorporating community insights to ensure the final product met his rigorous standards. 

Buy the MattyBlue Wall-Mounted Audio Rack

The result of this journey is the MattyBlue Wall-Mounted Audio Rack—a heavy-duty, vibration-damping marvel that’s now available for purchase on Apos. Each corner of the top shelf is independently adjustable, allowing for perfect leveling—a must for turntable aficionados. The top shelf features a double-layer with silicone sandwiched in between, insulated from the rest of the rack to keep vibrations at bay. The middle shelf is perfect for your vinyl collection, and the entire unit is constructed from Baltic Birch for durability and aesthetic appeal.

We’re thrilled to bring this Apos 𝒙 creation to you. Check out the product page for all the details and see how the MattyBlue Wall-Mounted Audio Rack can transform your setup!