There aren't many audio component racks to choose from these days, and most of what is available is of terrible quality. This rack is heavy, solidly built, attractive, and functional. It's also very easy to assemble. (I don't know how anyone could have trouble putting it together.) I would maybe have liked one more shelf, but lacking that, it forced me to get rid of an audio component (my cassette deck) that I never use anymore. I do like the extra space below that's sized for LP records. My rack had one small nick on one corner. It was not worth returning it over. I put a little touch-up on it, and it is barely noticeable.