Ask any music lover about vinyl, and they will likely point to the warmth and dynamic quality of its sound. Now ask any music lover who also appreciates beautiful design and craftsmanship, and they will add that vinyl demands a machine as beautiful as the sound it emits. San Diego-based record console maker Wrensilva has been working precisely at that intersection since 2016, treating its high-end audio systems as pieces of fine furniture as much as machines for playing music. With the release of the Studio in White Oak, Wrensilva is bringing one of its most requested finishes to its smallest and most versatile console model.
The White Oak finish represents a natural evolution of the Studio console, which was originally released earlier this year to enthusiastic acclaim. While the White Oak variation was already available on larger flagship designs like The Standard and the M1, it can now be specified for Wrensilva’s most compact model. Measuring 31 inches wide by 17 inches deep and 33 inches tall, the Studio is engineered specifically to fit into more modest living spaces without forcing any compromises on the all-in-one functionality that defines the brand’s larger consoles. Building directly on the commercial and design success of the original model, the new White Oak finish introduces a lighter, breezier aesthetic interpretation of the Studio’s timeless design and rugged construction.
The choice of material was driven by intense demand from both consumers and design professionals. White Oak has always been one of the most frequently requested woods by both interior designers and customers who appreciate its durability and understated elegance. According to Debra Salyer, co-founder and head of design at Wrensilva, the wood brings a distinct visual and tactile quality to the listening environment. She notes that it possesses a soothing quietness in its grain and tone, and she finds that the combination of the oak with the natural-colored speaker screens lends a wonderful earthiness to a wide variety of interior decor schemes, ranging from contemporary urban apartments to rustic country retreats.
This meticulous attention to detail extends deep down to the grain of the wood itself. The lumber is specifically milled to favor rift-sawn and quarter-sawn patterns rather than traditional cathedral graining. This deliberate choice creates a much cleaner, more refined, and decidedly contemporary appearance that avoids visual clutter in a modern room.
In the Studio White Oak edition, this carefully selected wood is paired with natural speaker fabric and accented by caramel leather pockets, then finished with a protective water-based topcoat that highlights the natural beauty of the material without adding an artificial sheen. The front door of the console is carved with a distinctive undulating pattern that adds visual depth and movement to the piece while subtly improving acoustic performance. Behind this decorative door lies dedicated storage space capable of accommodating up to 40 vinyl albums, keeping a curated collection close at hand. When a listener lifts the smoked acrylic lid, they gain access to the precision turntable deck, where warm backlighting illuminates both the interior lid and the signature brass Wrensilva brandmark, creating an inviting ritual out of playing a record.
Beneath the refined exterior, Wrensilva’s signature high-end sound remains completely uncompromised in the White Oak edition. Developed in close collaboration with renowned figures in the music industry, including Manny Marroquin, Giles Martin, and other friends from the broader music community, the Studio pairs a floating, under-platter, belt-driven turntable with robust solid-state electronics, a powerful 100-watt-per-channel Class D amplifier, and custom two-way bass-reflex speakers. Premium hardware details further elevate the acoustic performance, including a frosted acrylic platter, a precision one-piece magnesium tonearm, and a factory-fitted Ortofon 2M Red cartridge.
Despite its decidedly analog appearance and deep reverence for the golden age of hi-fi, the Studio is purposefully designed not to be limited to vinyl records alone. Modern listeners can seamlessly switch between traditional vinyl playback, Bluetooth connectivity, auxiliary inputs, and optional Sonos multi-room audio integration. This versatility allows the console to accommodate contemporary listening habits and streaming services alongside a physical record collection, bridging the gap between vintage warmth and modern convenience.
The Studio in White Oak is now available for purchase directly through the manufacturer’s website and select Design Within Reach studios, with retail pricing starting at $9,900.
