Laptop stands and laptop raisers are designed for one thing: support a laptop at eye-height so you don't have to keep straining your neck to look down at the screen. While most purpose-made laptop stands will immediately improve your posture and relieve your back and neck muscles, it's important to keep a few things in mind before you pick out a laptop stand.
Laptop Stands at Home and at the Office
Bending over a laptop puts an extra load on the shoulders and neck. This unhealthy way to work causes neck pain and back aches - problems that can be avoided using a special stand to raise the laptop up to eye level so you can more easily maintain an ergonomic position while you work. Most modern work spaces are already decked out with these stands so employees can work in a healthy manner; it's the home-office that could often use the upgrade, especially now that more people are working from home than ever.
Performance-Lifting Laptop Stands for DJs and Musicians
Even in the world of music, laptop stands have become an indispensable accessory, especially now that many DJs are using digital controllers while pulling sounds from their laptops. But producers who work from a studio desk in a home studio full off gear could also use a laptop stand. It's not only space-saving because a small audio interface can often slot neatly underneath, but provides a comfortable viewing angle where your elbows are at an optimal ninety degree angle and your back remains straight.
Laptop Stands in All Shapes and Sizes
At Bax Music, we stock all kinds of laptop stands. From straight-up raisers to fully adjustable stands that can be set at different heights for a personalised set-up.
Laptop Raisers for the Desk or Table
Whether you're working from the office or at home, it's annoying to keep having to look down. Forcing our shoulder, back and neck muscles into unhealthy positions is something we all do, but it's also something that causes injuries that can be easily avoided by raising your laptop, since optimising the viewing angle allows your shoulders and neck to relax. Some laptop raisers feature desk-clamps for a secure fit, and most models offer more than one height setting.
Something for Everyone: Bracket-Mounted Laptop Stands and Cooling Options
There's a 'perfect' laptop stand for everyone, it's just that the devil is the details. For example, a stand that keeps shifting can be a nuisance, but it's something you can easily prevent using clamps. It may also be that you have little or no space left on your desk or table, in which case a laptop bracket that you can mount on the wall can be a solution. Or how about a stand that you clamp to your table? Also, don't forget that it's important to cool your laptop. It produces heat, so ensuring proper ventilation or airflow is always a good idea. Fortunately, most laptop stands have an open design and counter heat build-up.
Cable Management for a Clean Work Space and Portable Laptop Stands for on the Road
Then there's cable management. Do you prefer to keep your cables out of sight? Then choose a stand with convenient cable routing options. This way, you don't have to worry about any cables moving out of place. Finally, you may want to be able to quickly and easily take the stand with you. Especially if you're a DJ or musician, it's an advantage if you can quickly fold your tripod and store it in a case or bag. If that sounds like something you want, look for a folding laptop stand.
Frequently Asked Questions About Laptop Stands
What makes a good laptop stand?
Is the laptop stand only meant to serve as a raiser or is it important that the height can be adjusted? How big is your laptop? Will you be using the stand at the office or anywhere you want? Do you want to clamp it to a desk or suspend it using a bracket? Answer these questions to find the best laptop stand for you.
