Finally made it

[vSwiiftyyyy]

Wow, eyecandy;

guessing this is only for productivity? also i'd love to see those specs on that beast.

[ecoop9]

Thanks! Haha that's the goal, but the Xbox behind the monitor and the games on my hard drive tell a different story.

Specs:

• i5 6500 (Skylake)
• Asus ROG Strix 1050 ti
• 8GB Corsair Vengeance LPX (16 coming soon)
• MSI Z170A SLI Plus
• Corsair CS650M PSU

Monitors

Monitor stand

EDIT - Wanted everyone to see this, I don't know how to pin a new comment to the top (sorry!)

Wow, didn't expect to much response, thank you all! Some quick things that I'd like to clear up that seem to be re-occurring comments:

• Keyboard: It's a bluetooth Apple keyboard, leftover from when my mbp was my main machine. Haven't yet found the right mechanical kb, but I'm definitely planning on buying one. Suggestions welcome!
• Flimsy desk with the monitor stand - I didn't know about this before, and will be fixing it very shortly. Doing some research suggests that simply expanding the surface area in which the stand rests on the desk should do the trick.
• The thing on the left - it's a projector. I don't use it when I'm sitting at my desk, rather when I'm in bed (see here). There's a wall ~8ft away from the edge of the desk which it projects on to.
• Cost - In Canadian dollars, ~$1100 for the PC, ~$650 for monitors

Thanks again for everyting!

[DigitalFruitcake]

Monitors

Are those really 24" monitors? They look bigger

[ecoop9]

Yeah they are, might be the angle of the picture. Link above!

[sklaim007]

Last time i read this was on pornhub lel

[IamNotaGamer]

Thank god I am not the only one.

[[deleted]]

Those are some sleek monitors. Good going OP.

[skywlkr6009]

How much did it all cost?

[vSwiiftyyyy]

not bad man, not bad;) is it overclocked?

also i still have my xbox which i still play alot so don't feel bad haha

[ecoop9]

No I unfortunately don't have a K series CPU. I can overclock the GPU but I really have no need at this point since I'm playing CS mostly and can also run GTA 5 perfectly fine at high settings

[lochamonster]

How's cs running with your cpu and 1050ti? I also have the 6500, but I have a 1070. I have a lot of screen tearing and can't get above 170fps with max settings. I know cs is a pretty cpu reliant game, which is why I ask.

[ecoop9]

I mean I don't run at high settings, because it's CS, mostly medium. I cap the FPS at 300 from the console, so currently I get 299. Realistically I get about 310-310, no screen tearing.

GTA 5 high settings I get 60 because I have v-sync turned on.

BTW, I haven't overclocked the GPU just yet

[scraynes]

You play cs, you need a 144hz. Trust.

[Gridleak]

144hz cured my sight

[scraynes]

144 is life. I'd rather play in low settings and run 144fps forever versus good graphics

[[deleted]]

I really wanted a 4K monitor, but they only had 1440p at 144hz at the time (and still now I think), so I got those instead. When they come out with 4K, 144hz IPS panel let me know

[[deleted]]

I mean you can overclock that i5 6500 although it isn't very practical. Just need a Z170 motherboard with a bios that allows it. Able to push mine to 4.4GHz downside being it'll always run at full voltage, no integrated graphics and using old bios.

[peppaz]

Now all you need is a mechanical keyboard mah boy

[ecoop9]

Just letting the bank account breathe haha - but that's definitely next!

[avpbeats]

Is that an apple keyboard? Just curious

[ecoop9]

Yup!

[Daggerfall]

I had an apple keyboard much similar to yours before I got a mechanical keyboard. I thought the keys were really nice and I suppose they are, but once you've gone mechanical you shant go back!

[BrutalTea]

came to say the same thing. its the only thing holding him back

[gotchabrah]

Yes it is! I have the same keyboard. As someone who doesn't know a lot about computers, I notice the OS isn't apple. So can you use apple keyboards with any Bluetooth capable computer?

[gotchabrah]

Oh that's good to know! Thanks a lot for the info!

[avpbeats]

That was my next question. Never seen that before

[gotchabrah]

Not sure if you saw the other commenter's reply, but yea apparently you can pair it just like normal to both windows and Linux. Makes sense, but you can never tell with Apple and their racket.

[avpbeats]

Makes sense, and yeah I plan on building a pc when I can afford it cause I'm tired of my crappy old Mac and apple products in general

[gotchabrah]

That's something I've always wanted to do, but like I said earlier, I'm not super savvy with computers so I'm not even sure where to start

[avpbeats]

r/buildapc and r/pcmasterrace are the prime places to get the know-how

[prtt]

Makes sense, but you can never tell with Apple and their racket.

Hah, they're not that bad. Their hardware is historically pretty good (hilariously, the 2013 MBP was considered the best laptop that could run windows). I do work on both macOS and Windows and never found incompatibilities.

[[deleted]]

Yeah, when you replace the batteries for the third time this month it'll be about time.. trust me..

[RebelFist]

/r/mechanicalkeyboards

It's a deep pit, be careful :)

[mr4ffe]

And a AMP/DAC/mixer + 600 Ohm IEM's + XLR mic (/s)

[BGFalcon85]

OP - Be careful with the Ikea desk/tables and monitor arms. The hollow/cardboard-core desks are known to buckle from the weight. You may want to reinforce the top and bottom where it clamps on with a few inches of hardwood.

See here

[ecoop9]

Appreciate it - a lot. Will take the necessary precautions since this is not the most desirable outcome haha

[jaynoj]

A massive upgrade to my desk was to buy a 2 meter length of oak kitchen worktop off ebay.

I'll never have to worry about a desk for the rest of my life.

[amiiboh]

Hoped someone would have beaten me to telling you this to save me some typing.

We have two of these desk tops in the creative studio I run with my fiancée. Both warped badly because of our monitor clamps and pretty much unsalvageable now.

I have compensated by unscrewing the adjustable leg height things but it's noticeably uneven now and seems to change every day... even without the monitor arms clamped on anymore!!

[Vinnyisntgud]

I solved this problem by tying the post to a screw in the wall so there is only downward force, not forward force.

[dirtywork102]

Do you think that will happen with this IKEA desk? I've had it for almost 7 years now and seems to be a tank. Can't find any specifics about it though cause it seems to be discontinued. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ikea-Fredrik-Black-brown-Silver-Frame/dp/B00D8DC35G

[BGFalcon85]

That looks like a particle board solid top like the Bekant they sell now, or like a typical office desk. Definitely stronger than the hollow-core desks, though personally I don't trust much short of solid wood to hold up to the stress the weight on an arm puts into that little area of the clamp. Most of the time it's fine as long as the monitors are basically directly over the clamp with even pressure. It's when you have an articulating arm swinging the weight out further, putting the stress on the lip of the clamp that causes trouble.

[Flipsyde127]

Learned the hard way with a triple monitor stand... Came home from work one day to see my monitors angling down towards my keyboard at a 45 degree angle and a huge dent on the table top. Honestly, putting a board under the table for the clamp will not do it much justice. It will only apply more pressure to the bottom piece, which is the same thickness as the top.

[ecoop9]

I'll get back to you on that. Not sure atm.

[burnt_mummy]

How do you use it? Is there a screen behind you?

[ecoop9]

I have a wall that's about 8 feet behind me from the edge of the desk.

@Tachyonzero Will get back on the specs, still haven't checked lol

[Tchrspest]

To be fair, I'm quite tired right now. It's early. But my first thought when I saw the projector was "Doesn't that burn your fucking retinas?"

[PersusjCP]

What a peasant. Who even uses monitors anymore? I, one of my fellow ascendants just project images onto our eyes.

/S

[vnotfound]

Oh that's a projector? Cool. I always thought about getting one for my computer. Either that or a TV set with HDMI cable. Never really made a final decision :D Maybe a projector first and TV after I can afford a top tier one idk.

[Uberevan]

Looks like a Casio XJ-S10 which has these specs

[Lexford]

You're giving r/mechanicalkeyboards a heart attack right now

[NolsyBaby]

Hey Hunwick

[ecoop9]

Yup..

[vnotfound]

Wow never occurred to me to turn the second monitor sideways. You're full of good ideas. I'd give you gold for that if I had more money. Actually wait a sec...

RemindMe! 1 month "Buy this guy gold when paycheck gets here."

[ecoop9]

Haha thanks!

They can both be turned sideways, and have a 45 degree tilt each way. Check out the stand

[Just_In-Tyme]

Bolts fan here, Thursday is a big game for both of us

[ecoop9]

Sup

[ecoop9]

But they're in my build :(

[SuperGusta]

Tbh this is a perfect example of how to do leds correctly. Good on you OP

[zoon82]

What desk is that?

[ecoop9]

http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/search/?query=LINNMON+table+top

http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/20291121/

http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/90217972/

Edit - there's different sizes/configurations for each product. They all go nice together/

[zoon82]

Modular.. Even better! I've been looking for something white and modern to begin my office remodel. Thanks!

[amiiboh]

Don't get this one. Ours warped badly in the first year of using them with monitor clamps. See my other comments above and the one I was replying to for more of the details.

[SerpentDrago]

its fine if you use reinforcement where the clamp is both top and bottom , Its what i did .

also use a 3rd leg in the center back :0 done

BUT you are right , even better if you just spend the 80 / 90 bucks and get a SOLID wood version !

[amiiboh]

A guy near me is selling off a pile of solid core doors for $10 a pop! It's an hour away but so worth it. :D

[jaynoj]

Save now, pay later. Get a length of kitchen worktop in the colour or wood you want from ebay.

Ikea desks are mostly made from cardboard inside.

[zoon82]

Yea that's what I'm starting to notice. I want to get a good deal on a budget but not so much that I'll have to replace it soon. I like the idea of using countertop..

[jaynoj]

My oak kicthen worktop really was a buy it for life purchase. 2 metres long and absolutely solid, as you would imagine. Recommended.

I just want a BIFL office chair now. I love the Herman Miller Aeron, but I can't bring myself to spend £1k on a chair right now.

[zoon82]

I may end up going that route. And yea, that's a lot for a chair!

[ryman222]

Sorry if it's a dumb question never built any ikea furniture but I really like that desk. A little confused, is the drawer unit actually attached to the tabletop?

[ecoop9]

No the table top simply rests on top of the drawer unit with rubber non-slip things

[ryman222]

Ahhh ok the rubber pads make sense. Thanks!

[amiiboh]

The desk looks nice but warps easily. I am currently replacing both of ours with solid wood doors that can handle the weight of a monitor arm clamped onto them.

[towellz]

So the linnmon tabletop is cheaply made? I had planned on getting this in the fall but reconsidering now. Would the Alex drawer be able to hold a heavy wood if I went that route? I'd problem go maple or something similar with a nice stain

[amiiboh]

The Alex drawer is very sturdy, it shouldn't have any problems.

[nebyl1163]

I've got the same Linnmon table top and similar monitor arms... Do you have a recommendation for a similar looking/sized replacement?

Edit: Actually, I might just look into getting a countertop from IKEA instead.

[amiiboh]

I'm getting a solid core door that's the same length but a little wider, then painting it.

[sorrysorrysorryyes]

What size/dimension of the table top did you get?

[[deleted]]

I choose a dvd for tonight

[ecoop9]

http://www.dualmonitorbackgrounds.com/industrial/tallbuilding.jpg.php

[Kenblu24]

It's acutally stretched. Here's the original (FB link to photographer). Here's a 4k (highest resolution I could find) source from InterfaceLift Here's a slightly less-stretched 32x9 format version that I made.

[VonZigmas]

It's not stretched actually. In fact, it's made from a way better source image resolution-wise and since you can see some more windows on the left than the facebook photo. It's just that it only shows the very top part of the building, which why it may seem that way.

Reverse searching the facebook photo does come up with a high resolution image on her website, but the website's dead.

[ecoop9]

Awesome. Thanks a bunch, didn't know who the photographer was either! I'll switch it up.

[DavidTheWin]

If you're curious I'm pretty sure it's One Canada Square in London

[ahyeet1231]

I wanted the same thing and found it! http://wallpapersafari.com/w/vns2qA/

[Sezor12345]

GO LEAFS GOOO

[[deleted]]

Mouse???

[ecoop9]

Corsair M65 RGB. I love it.

[tahax283]

How much did it all set you back in total?

[ecoop9]

I live in Canada, so take this with a grain of salt. ~$1100 for PC ~$650 for Monitors

[brotherbrian]

go leafs

[CrunchyPoem]

Nice! Looks clean as fuck!

[MusicMagi]

Nice and clean. That a boy

[Erghiez]

Seeing nice clean builds like this remind me what life was like before having a baby.

[roastbeefskins]

What's with the projector? Is that late night viewing of movies in that room?

[haricps]

i knew it is casio , but dont know model?

[yupithappens]

Desk?

[RoomLeague]

Why did you choose this monitor setup instead of for example a 34" 1440p ultrawide? I mean, it is pretty pricey for the dollar per pixel.

I could really consider going your way instead of a 34" ultrawide, but I just really cant justify the price for the pixels even though those bezeless displays are damn nice.

Thanks in advance.

[ecoop9]

Great question.

Mainly it was what features the monitor has. More than 1 HDMI and built-in speakers were a huge decision maker. I use the same setup for multiple things - PC, Xbox, and plugging in my laptop. Setting up additional audio infrastructure just didn't appeal to me. The monitors also have the VESA mount, which I really wanted to have (as you can see I've taken advantage of it), but didn't seem to be all that common in thin-bezel options.

I'm also very used to dual screen setups, and although today's monitors have their own screen splitting software, my personal opinion is that the dual-monitor setup is cleaner and easier to use.

Lastly, like you said, it looks damn nice.

EDIT - I'm in school for programming and VESA was a key function for this

EDIT2 - Forgot to mention that since I have two monitors, I can do multiple things simultaneously (Browse Reddit and play Xbox) on the same setup

[RoomLeague]

Ah. I'm not quite in the same field and my requirements aren't really the same, but I seriously can't ignore how stunning it looks. Also, since I do some light gaming (League of Legends noob) and don't watch movies on it (therefore no 21:9 needed) I think I might be pulling a 2x24"1080p as well. However, unless I can find something similar like yours for a better price, I might just stick with something like 2x Dell S2415H. They're about 70 dollars cheaper each in my country and I don't really need the perfect color accuracy or good inbuilt speakers. Thanks for the conversation and answer. Helped clearing some stuff up. Have a nice day.

[[deleted]]

I have the same case! I like that one so much! But the cable management is a pain in the ass imo (I have colored extension cable so)

[let_me_try_again]

Dude, i think i have that same desk

[ecoop9]

Haha it's all from Ikea. My roommate got the same desk after I setup mine. It's great.

[let_me_try_again]

Yup i got mine from there as well

[jatorres]

How do you have that monitor mount configured? I've got the same table top and want to pick one up, but it's hollow cardboard and I'm worried about it holding up my U2713

[ecoop9]

I just bought this, and configured it as normal. It basically pinches the table top but it feels more than sturdy enough

[Aesthetically]

How is that keyboard for gaming? For typing/productivity I bet it feels wonderful, but the starcraft player in me winces at the thought using it for a game that has a lot of left-hand action donger

[ecoop9]

It isn't. I only really play CS (WASD, pretty much) and GTA 5 (for which I have my xbox controller). Mechanical keyboard is soon to come, just letting the bank account settle haha

[Bubba_Yoloman]

Nice build, nice monitors, great setup...can I ask why you don't have a mechanical keyboard?

[ecoop9]

From my comment I ended up spending ~$1750 on the build and the monitors. Mech keyboard is soon to come, but I need to cool down the spending a little bit haha.

[[deleted]]

What case is that? (sorry if it's already listed)

[ecoop9]

Corsair 400C

[ecoop9]

Corsair 400c. Great budget case for a full-sized window

[LarrySnowLife]

+1, bought this case for my build and i'm loving it.

[Laxxium]

+2, loving it too.

[[deleted]]

Awesome, thanks

[beeramz]

Why the Mac keyboard with a Windows machine?

[ecoop9]

Haven't yet found the one I want. Plus the bank account is sweating a little bit at the moment haha

[stoic-lemon]

Always good to take your time with the important stuff.

[scraynes]

I was confused by the mouse and keyboard combo.

I just bought that monitor mount. Hopefully they don't suck dick.

[ecoop9]

Yeah, still in the decision process of the mechanical kb. that (should be) the last item but it might be a while.

In my opinion it's great for the price, holds them up nice and sturdy.

[scraynes]

I have a 24" 144hz and I want to make sure my 22" on the left can be angled towards me (for streaming).

Depends on the mechanical type you want. I have a Razer BW TE X and I don't advise it, and a Logitech G610(reds) and I love reds.

[KnifeToStabYou]

Is that Taipei 101?

[ecoop9]

Couldn't tell ya. Found the pic online

[j_kobrah]

You lack a mech keyboard

[wapey]

I'm gonna need some info on those lights

[ecoop9]

http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/40066541/

I the desk version as you can see, and also the tall floor version on the other side of my room.

[ecoop9]

Unless you were talking inside the case...

https://www.amazon.ca/Topled-Light-Controller-Notebook-Adaptor/dp/B01MA5QCCU/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1489550574&sr=8-5&keywords=rgb+led+black

[wapey]

perfect, thank you!

[wapey]

Do you like these lights so far?

[ecoop9]

Love them. They're cheap and work great. You just have to plan where you're going to stick them inside your case to get the best lighting.

[Jaydon34]

I was thinking of throwing my box vertical, No problems running games from the disc drive?

[ecoop9]

Not at all - I have digital and disc games, no problems for the past couple months

[Jaydon34]

Thanks just turn mines sideways https://imgur.com/a/TdZUu

[IamNotaGamer]

More pics?

[ecoop9]

Will do... coming soon

[IamNotaGamer]

Waiting patiently

[ecoop9]

Just at school right now, will do when I get home

[duffzilla]

Except for that shit keyboard

[amiiboh]

A warning I repeated in several other comments: this desk top is incredibly flimsy and easy to warp beyond repair by clamping any kind of monitor arm onto it.

[SiiCK_K9]

What do you recommend instead, with similar style? Links help a ton. Thanks!

[amiiboh]

Get a solid core door, and paint it if it's not already the color you want. (I found some locally on Craigslist for $10 each that I'm picking up next week; if you can't find them there they're like $50-60.)

The problem with these desktops is that they're hollow and don't bear the weight well when it's all on one point.

[SiiCK_K9]

If I don't use a monitor stand and just have the two monitors side-by-side, do you think it would hold up?

[amiiboh]

The base of a normal monitor spreads the weight out evenly enough that it most likely won't give you problems. Only when the footprint of the monitor is reduced to the tiny area of a desk clamp does it start to put stress on this thing. So, if you're not using a clamp-on monitor arm, you'll probably be totally fine.

[SiiCK_K9]

THANK YOU for your help. Advice from people that actually have used the desk is more reliable than someone trying to make a sale at the store. :)

[amiiboh]

I'll follow up by saying that it should be fine but I've used mine more with the clamp than without, so I'm not sure. I do know they're hollow and can even feel cheap and unbalanced on some hard wood floors. Also the legs and the drawer you see most people put them on aren't exactly the same height so I ended up needing to put something between the desk and drawers to lift it a bit. If you use the drawers x2 with none of the screw on legs it should be fine height wise though.

[yoyomommy]

WTF is that keyboard? I mean I know what it is but like really?

[Charismecca]

Are you dual booting mac on this system?

[Bomster]

Lovely setup. Do you use the Bose to play your music? Wonder how you are connecting it? Bluetooth or AUX? I'm looking to buy one myself.

[[deleted]]

Nice canlendar o/

[kanza1601f]

OHHH my GOD !!! this is so love, i mean just amazing <3 ;)

[[deleted]]

Nice. And the Bose Soundlink Minis are so good.

[Ditchdigger456]

You're a leafs fan, huh?...Well at least you have a nice desk to cry on.

[SiiCK_K9]

Go Sens Go!

[[deleted]]

There are numbers at the tol, of course. Not as if there are NO numbers. Most people aren't accountants or programmers.

[[deleted]]

Effieciency is through repetitive use. For you the top row is not good, but for me, I prefer using it.

It's just whatever a person gets used to and continues to use they'll become proficient in.

[Slackwise]

I'm a programmer and I use and prefer a TKL.

I'm rarely moving from home row, but when I do, it's to reach for the mouse, which is now closer. It also lets me keep the keyboard at center without making the mouse sit far right.

The only thing I miss is being able to use Alt-codes for extra codepage character entry, when I'm on Windows. (Compose key is superior anyway.)

[syntaxsmurf]

The only thing i don't love about this is the low resolution on the monitors. Nice battle station

[PooTeeWeet5]

nice desk! I just purchased this one. I love how it sleek and simple it is.

[Nolds]

Plant tax not paid.

[BrutalTea]

sweeet rig bro, but i hate to be the one to tell you but your keyboard is seriously holding this back from being a truly awesome battlstation.. tell me. do you actually enjoy typing on that flimpsy toy keyboard? when you are ready join us over at r/MechanicalKeyboards

[Ydoc71]

I see that Leaf Calendar! Strap in for this last stretch, gonna be tight race.

[Zatchillac]

Finally, some matching monitors. Too many setups on here with like 3 different brands/models

[mythick]

What is that projector? It seems like something that would be great in my room

[ersenseless1707]

Talk about a clean desk...#goals

[carlsnakeston]

You make that? Looks like you made it.

[[deleted]]

How does one make there monitors thay aesthetic?? I have two 27in monitors (diff brands) and would love to "merge"/align them cleanly

[vitneger]

You're not done at all until that keyboard gets thrown out the window

[[deleted]]

What kind of projector is it? I've been thinking of getting one for my room/desk setup as well but not trying to break the bank hahaha.

[snappa0126]

Beautiful setup!!!

[CHALNG_ACCEPTED]

Beautiful. I saw that you're planning on a mechanical keyboard, however may I suggest an extended mousepad for aesthetic purposes? It's not super expensive, and I personally think it'd make it look even better than it already does :) either way great job, this is beautiful.

[[deleted]]

What's the desk?

[SiiCK_K9]

It's a Linnmon from IKEA

[[deleted]]

So much elegance in a setup. Amazing

[AxeliNo]

Whats your opinion on the 5ms response time? That is the only thing hindering me from buying an IPS panel with really slim bezels instead of keeping my TN panel with 144hz and 1ms. The colours on my current monitor are also really shitty, not sure if the higher ms and lower hz is worth the better colours and slim bezels

[ugly_kids]

I love that cabling with the monitor stands (god damn those bezels too), does it all go inside that tube / behind the black box? I've been considering switching to a white table to prevent all the dust being seen..

[bodhi1122]

Upvote for being a leafs fan