Monkwood Studios 2023 Catalogue

Monkwood Studios

Handcrafted

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Studio of Tori Kelly in Los Angeles, CA

Our Philosophy

We build to serve the artist…

Monkwood has been creating handcrafted studio desks since 2011. We wanted to build a solid wood workstation that would inspire the creative mind and endure the long hours and many years that an artistic legacy requires. The materials we employ are carefully chosen and incorporated into each piece using traditional joinery methods and age old finish techniques. Every desk we make is a vehicle for countless ideas.

Over the years, we have have built a devoted client base that have used their Monkwood studio desks to create world class songs, movies, art and more. Whether they are a industry professional or a passionate enthusiast, we seek to serve each client with our best work and aim to maintain their trust through sincere and lasting customer service. We aim for their Monkwood desk to be the last one our clients will ever need. One day they will hand it down to the someone else to continue the story it tells.

We are seeking to expand our catalogue to offer more complimentary items such as side cars and rack cabinets, along with a new line of streamlined desks that will suit a lower price range.

For early 2023, here is the best of what we have to offer….

Thank you for your interest in our work!

Brandon Monk Muñoz // Founder & Designer

Our Signature Studio Desk

The SD88 was the first desk design by Monk to incorporate a full size 88 key controller and up to 4 x 3U rack spaces. There is room enough for a dual screen set up or 2 pairs of sound monitors. At 84” wide the SD88 is also a great desk to collaborate on with room for 2-3 people to work together during a session.

Specs + Features //

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84w x 34d x 31h desktop

- 84w x 16d x 7h Topshelf

- 4 x 3U rack spaces (12U total)

- 58w x 16d x 5.5h sliding key shelf

- 60w x 10d x 5.5h hidden cable shelf

- 2 rustic blackened steel bases

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Wire flow channel under rack space for clean cable routing + storage for laptop

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Solid hardwood construction using mortise & tenon joinery with heavy duty oil finish

- Ships with wood fully assembled / steel bases to be attached

Starting Prices //

$5450 in sun tanned poplar

$5750 in maple or mahogany

$5950 in white oak, walnut or rustic fir

SD88 configurations

A Streamlined Workspace

The LA88 is a minimal version of the SD88 with most of the same features and looks, yet with a lower starting price.

It features a 1.25” thick desktop and a choice between a split rack shelf or a 3 x 3U shelf. Also includes the hidden cable shelf found in all of our studio desk models.

Specs + Features //

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76w x 34d x 31h desktop

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64w or 2 x 24w x 16d x 7h Topshelf

- 3 x 3U rack spaces (12U total)

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58w x 16d x 5.5h sliding key shelf

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60w x 10d x 5.5h hidden cable shelf

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2 rustic blackened steel bases

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Wire flow channel under rack space for clean cable routing + storage for laptop

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Solid hardwood construction using mortise & tenon joinery with heavy duty oil finish

- Ships with wood fully assembled / steel bases to be attached

Starting Prices //

$4450 in sun tanned poplar

$4750 in maple or cherry

$4950 in white oak, walnut or rustic fir

LA88 configurations

Your Studio Sports Car

The VX88 is modeled after a 1980’s Porsche 928 and 1970’s Mustang Mach One. The lines are designed to make this desk feel more like a integrated instrument than a piece of furniture. It’s main functional feature is allowing room for a full size 88 key controller within the smallest footprint we offer, making it NYC compatible.

Specs + Features //

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63w x 34d x 31h desktop

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60w x 16d x 7h Topshelf

- 3 x 3U rack spaces (12U total)

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57.5w x 16d x 5.5h sliding key shelf

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60w x 10d x 5.5h hidden cable shelf

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2 rustic blackened steel bases

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Wire flow channel under rack space for clean cable routing + storage for laptop

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Solid hardwood construction using mortise & tenon joinery with heavy duty oil finish

Starting Prices //

$5450 in sun tanned poplar

$5750 in maple or cherry

$5950 in white oak, walnut or rustic fir

VX88 configurations

A Modern Classic

The MC88 is mid-century modern inspired desk with classic lines and a vintage vibe that is also ready for whatever the future holds.

It features an 88key space that can either be in cutaway slide out like our other models. Also features 2 large storage drawers. Optional closed back for outward facing spaces.

Specs + Features //

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84w x 34d x 31h desktop

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84w x 16d x 7h topshelf (optional)

- 4 x 3U rack spaces (optional)

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57.5w x 16d x 5.5h sliding key shelf

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60w x 10d x 5.5h hidden cable shelf

- 2 rustic blackened steel bases

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Wire flow channel under rack space for clean cable routing + storage for laptop

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Solid hardwood construction using mortise & tenon joinery with heavy duty oil finish

Starting Prices //

$6450 in sun tanned poplar

$6750 in maple or cherry

$6950 in white oak, walnut or rustic

MC88 configurations

The ZX88 Bullshark

A Monster of Mixing & Mastering

The ZX88 Bullshark is built to take the multiple studio tasks of recording, mixing and mastering while housing an arsenal of gear within a relatively small foot print. It can hold a full size 88 key along with up to 30U of rack gear in a 5 x 4ft footprint. Plenty of cable management real-estate to keep the studio clean.

Specs + Features //

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63W x 48d x 31h desktop

- 60w or 16d x 7h Topshelf

- 3 x 10U rack spaces (30U total)

- 58w x 16d x 5.5h sliding key shelf

- 60w x 10d x 5.5h hidden cable shelf or 3 x 3U rack spaces

- 2 rustic blackened steel bases

- Wire flow channel under rack space for clean cable routing + storage for laptop

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Solid hardwood construction using mortise & tenon joinery with heavy duty oil finish

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Ships with wood fully assembled / steel bases to be attached

Starting Prices //

$7450 in sun tanned poplar

$7750 in maple or cherry

$7950 in white oak, walnut or rustic fir

Bullshark configurations

The ZX88 Megalodon

The Deep End Leviathan

The ZX88 is the for those who want to test the outer limits of what’s possible in a studio desk configuration.

It is designed to give the old school feel of a large analog console with all the flexible capabilities of the digital age. Can be configured for up to 80U of gear with tons of controller space as well.

Specs + Features //

- Up to 144w x 54d x 31h desktop144

- Up to 144w x 16d x 7h Topshelf

- Up to 80U of rack space

- Optional 58w x 16d x 5.5h sliding key shelf

- 60w x 10d x 5.5h hidden cable shelf or 3 x 3U rack spaces

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4 rustic blackened steel bases

- Wire flow channel under rack space for clean cable routing + storage for laptop

- Modular ship friendly design

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Can be modified for analog consoles in center

Starting Prices // $12,750 in sun tanned poplar $13,750 in maple or cherry $14,750 in white oak, walnut or rustic fir

Megalodon configurations

Monkwood ships worldwide // For more options and specific pricing contact info@monkwood.com

Studio of Ryan Tedder in Los Angeles, CA