Zaor Maestro 36+18 All Black Studio furniture

Studio Desk for Hardware-Focused Workflows

Built for engineers who work with rack-mounted outboard gear, the Zaor Maestro 36+18 All Black pairs 54U of total rack capacity with an acoustically transparent workspace, dual cable management, and a fully blacked-out finish that disappears into dimly lit control rooms. The low-profile design keeps the desk out of the acoustic path between monitors and the listening position.

Acoustic and Cable Engineering

What separates this workstation from a generic rack stand is its integrated acoustic treatment. The work surface is finished in AERstop, an acoustic material that minimizes comb-filtering reflections and doubles as a smooth mouse-pad surface. VMT absorption panels by Vicoustic line the rear of the desk to tame chaotic reflections behind the monitors. Open side panels keep rack gear properly ventilated during long sessions. A dual cable path routes audio and power wiring separately, reducing hum and inductive interference.

Technical Specifications

• Total Rack Capacity: 54U — 36U desktop (3 × 12U bays) plus 18U lower (3 × 6U bays)
• Width: 1581 mm — accommodates dual-monitor setups and wide nearfield pairs
• Depth: 1050 mm — leaves room for controllers and large monitors
• Height: 837 mm at the rear, with a lowered front edge for an unobstructed listening line
• Construction: MDF and solid wood with an all-black finish
• Acoustic Treatment: AERstop desktop surface and Vicoustic VMT rear absorption panels
• Cable Management: Dual audio/power paths with chrome bars and Velcro strips

Who Is It For

This desk is the right choice for mixing and mastering engineers, hybrid producers, and project-studio owners who need a single workstation that holds a full outboard chain without sacrificing acoustic accuracy. Studios that have outgrown a smaller rack stand but want to avoid a sidecar will find the 54U capacity and integrated acoustic treatment a practical upgrade.

Built in Europe by Zaor

Zaor Studio Furniture manufactures the Maestro 36+18 at its factory in Salard, Romania, combining MDF cores with solid wood finishes. The Maestro family shares a consistent design language across the Solo, 24, and 36 desks.