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Episode 031 - Emmanuel’s Perfect Workspace: A Senior Engineer’s Vision
Episode 031: Emmanuel
| Product List | Item |
|---|---|
| Desk |
IKEA Karlby mounted on Jarvis sit/stand frame and caster wheels
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| Desk Mount | |
| Chair |
HM Embody w/ Atlas headrest
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| PC |
Mac Pro 2.7 GHz 24 core Intel Xeon W, 256GB DDR4, Two AMD Radeon Pro Vega II graphic cards and Apple Afterburner card
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Docking Station
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Caldigit TS3
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| Tablet |
Ipad Pro 12.9’’
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| Monitor | Samsung Odyssey Ark Gen 2 |
| Speaker |
Klipsch The Sevens
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| Keyboard |
Mojo 84 by Melgeek
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| Headphone |
ZMF Caldera, ZMF Atrium, Meze Empyrean II, Focal Radiance and Hifiman Arya Stealth Magnets
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| Amplifier | ZMF Pendant tube amp, SPL Phonitor XE w/ DAC and Schiit Lyr |
| Digital-to-Analog Converter |
Schiit Bifrost 2/64
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| Keyboard |
WorkLouder Creator Board, Black Diamond 75, Custom GMK67, Keychron Q4 and Keyboard 81 Pro
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| Mouse |
Logitech GX Pro Superlight x2, Logitech MX Master 3S, Razer Death Adder V2, Apple Mouse and VGN Dragon Fly F1
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| Desk Mat/Mouse Pad |
Orbitkey desk mat (slim and regular), Floppy Chamleon desk mat, Kaeini Retro PC desk mat, Techsouce Cyber Black, Muriicle desk mat and a few custom ones
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| Web Camera | Opal C1 |
| Microphone | Rode Pod Mic |
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Charger
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Nomad Base Station
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Watch
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Apple Watch Ultra
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Tell us a bit about yourself.
Husband and father of 4. I work for a telecommunications company. I am a veteran and besides enjoying cool setups I love cars, anime, and gaming. I drive a R35 GTR and I game on my PS5 and Xbox Series X.
What’s your favorite item on your desk?
Hexcal Studio. It simplified my desk setup by allowing me to plug all my desktop items in its provided outlets. This makes swapping out products very quick and efficient.
What books, blogs, or podcasts recently caught your attention?
I don’t really listen to blogs or podcasts. I primarily read books that revolve around IT or scripture.
What's your desk setup aesthetics?
Simple and minimal with a few large pieces placed strategically. Balanced design with a dark theme and minimal RGB.
When did you start to work on your desk setup?
2021, but I didn’t get serious until 2022.
What does your typical day look like？
My day revolves around getting my kids ready for school prior to work. I have a hybrid work schedule which allows me to WFH 3 days a week.
What niche interest are you up to recently?
Anime Resin Figure collecting.
Your advice for beginners getting into Desk Setup.
Plan your build carefully. Draw it out and measure everything. Don’t compare your setup to others with more expensive equipment. Save up for quality pieces and invest once to avoid replacements. Not all name brands guarantee quality. Watch YouTube reviewers for inspiration, especially those who review different setups.
Any tips for other makers who want to improve their workspaces?
Making incremental changes is often more cost-effective than a complete redesign. To keep your setup engaging, rotate through different items regularly. For example, I switch out my desk mats, keyboards, and mice each month to prevent my workspace from feeling boring.