wasn't too happy about the price, but i gotta say what a great, sturdy piece.  besides how great it looks, i am impressed how easy it is to reach every cd! also happy that there are 18 short shelves. i was concerned the shelves would bow from the weight of the cds. it isn't a concern because of short shelves. boyfriend and i had no problems assembling. doors slide easily.  this does not sit flush against our wall due to woodwork at bottom or our walls. the unit would be fine without brackets, but we will get some to secure the top to the wall because our 2 cats desperatley want to jump up there