Recommended, if you know exactly what youre buying.
This LED entertainment center looks great. Its long enough to be prominent in a decent sized living room, and the included LED strips work well and are a lot of fun. However; the assembly, instructions, and structural stability of the piece are sub-par (for the price).
Pros:
-The basic structure (outer frame and shelves) of the unit was fairly quick and easy to assemble.
-The included LED strips put off a lot more light than I was expecting, and the Auto lighting mode feels great when listening to music.
-The length and prominence of the entertainment center are sufficient for establishing a focal point in a decently sized living-room. (Fair warning, it is not very tall. I wanted it to be short to avoid interfering with the projector screen, but be sure to check the listed dimensions before purchasing.)
-The included glass shelves are of a much higher quality of glass than I expected. The included glass feels and looks comparable to the glass included with much more expensive end-tables and coffee tables.
Cons:
-The included instructions are not very descriptive, and certain steps of assembly took some sitting-and-thinking to figure out. Many parts are not numerically labeled to correspond with the included instructions.
-After completion, the overall structural stability of the entertainment center felt somewhat questionable. When lifted off the ground (by 2 people, one on each end), I was slightly concerned by what sounded like screws stripping out of particle board. In short: theres no way the thing is going to collapse, even with a large TV sitting on top of it; its pretty solid when its stationary. But I dont want to have to move the thing more than 20 feet ever again, for fear of accidentally tearing it apart.
-There are several steps during assembly that ask you to insert screws where there are no pre-determined markings or pre-drilled holes. I felt like these screws added much needed stability to the unit, but I did resort to using a powered drill rather than a screwdriver. I highly recommend using a powered drill (set to a very low torque setting, as the screw holes and particle board are easy to strip) in addition to a screwdriver during assembly.
-While very easy to install, the LED strips do not come with any sort of cord-management apparatus, and will be easily seen without shelving decorations to hide them. (As seen in the video, their image reflects off of the glass and the instructions direct you to thread them through a very prominent hole in the rear of the unit.)
Conclusion: While this product has its flaws, quirks, and frustrations, Im glad I purchased it because I was looking for something fun and unique. If thats what youre looking for and you feel equipped to deal with the shoddy assembly instructions, I would recommend purchasing the entertainment center. However, if you are looking for a piece of furniture thats easy to assemble, made of quality material, and will last for decades to be handed down to your kids or grandkids, this is definitely not the piece for you.
TLDR: A ton of fun and a great purchase as a novelty party item, as long as you dont mind spending a few (2-3) hours assembling. Be sure to have a powered drill handy. Do not purchase if you are solely looking for quality furniture.
Recommended, if you know exactly what youre buying.
This LED entertainment center looks great. Its long enough to be prominent in a decent sized living room, and the included LED strips work well and are a lot of fun. However; the assembly, instructions, and structural stability of the piece are sub-par (for the price). Pros: -The basic structure (outer frame and shelves) of the unit was fairly quick and easy to assemble. -The included LED strips put off a lot more light than I was expecting, and the Auto lighting mode feels great when listening to music. -The length and prominence of the entertainment center are sufficient for establishing a focal point in a decently sized living-room. (Fair warning, it is not very tall. I wanted it to be short to avoid interfering with the projector screen, but be sure to check the listed dimensions before purchasing.) -The included glass shelves are of a much higher quality of glass than I expected. The included glass feels and looks comparable to the glass included with much more expensive end-tables and coffee tables. Cons: -The included instructions are not very descriptive, and certain steps of assembly took some sitting-and-thinking to figure out. Many parts are not numerically labeled to correspond with the included instructions. -After completion, the overall structural stability of the entertainment center felt somewhat questionable. When lifted off the ground (by 2 people, one on each end), I was slightly concerned by what sounded like screws stripping out of particle board. In short: theres no way the thing is going to collapse, even with a large TV sitting on top of it; its pretty solid when its stationary. But I dont want to have to move the thing more than 20 feet ever again, for fear of accidentally tearing it apart. -There are several steps during assembly that ask you to insert screws where there are no pre-determined markings or pre-drilled holes. I felt like these screws added much needed stability to the unit, but I did resort to using a powered drill rather than a screwdriver. I highly recommend using a powered drill (set to a very low torque setting, as the screw holes and particle board are easy to strip) in addition to a screwdriver during assembly. -While very easy to install, the LED strips do not come with any sort of cord-management apparatus, and will be easily seen without shelving decorations to hide them. (As seen in the video, their image reflects off of the glass and the instructions direct you to thread them through a very prominent hole in the rear of the unit.) Conclusion: While this product has its flaws, quirks, and frustrations, Im glad I purchased it because I was looking for something fun and unique. If thats what youre looking for and you feel equipped to deal with the shoddy assembly instructions, I would recommend purchasing the entertainment center. However, if you are looking for a piece of furniture thats easy to assemble, made of quality material, and will last for decades to be handed down to your kids or grandkids, this is definitely not the piece for you. TLDR: A ton of fun and a great purchase as a novelty party item, as long as you dont mind spending a few (2-3) hours assembling. Be sure to have a powered drill handy. Do not purchase if you are solely looking for quality furniture.