The best 3D printed headphone stands are easy to print, hold headphones securely and include cable management, according to Linus Tech Tips, the tech YouTube channel that judged about 13 community designs in a stand contest.
Maker’s Muse, a YouTube channel about printable design, printed its own holder on its side with 45° chamfers because they print better than fillets.
Here are the main styles, how to print them, and design lessons from creators.
Types of 3D Printed Headphone Stands
Prices checked on Amazon Oct 16, 2026. I may earn a commission from links, at no cost to you.
| Style | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Desk stand | Easy to print; looks great | Uses desk space |
| Clamp-on desk hanger | No desk space used | Measure desk thickness |
| Under-desk hook | Hidden | Can be knocked |
| Wall mount | Clean look | Needs screws |
Print Tips
- Print hooks on their side so layers follow the curve (3D printed hooks)
- Use chamfers instead of fillets on overhangs
- Add a soft TPU pad where the headband rests
- PLA at 15% infill is a common designer recommendation for clamp stands
Best Printers for Headphone Stands
| Printer | Price (Amazon, Oct 16, 2026) | Why it fits | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bambu Lab A1 | $299.99 | Big enough for full stands | Check price |
| Elegoo Centauri 2 Combo | $328.99 | 4-color for themed stands | Check price |
| Bambu Lab P1S Combo | $549.00 | Enclosed for PETG | Check price |
What YouTube Creators Found About 3D Printed Headphone Stand
These are findings from popular YouTube videos, paraphrased from their transcripts and credited. They are the creators’ experiences and claims, not my test results.
- Linus Tech Tips (Linus Tech Tips: “Headphone Stand Design Contest Part 2”) reviewed about 13 community-designed printed stands for a SilverStone contest. He favored designs that are easy to manufacture, mount securely so headphones cannot be knocked off, and have built-in cable management. He picked a circular design as the winner.
- Maker’s Muse (Maker’s Muse: “Custom 3D Printed Headphone Holder using Fusion 360”) designed a holder for his own headphones in Fusion 360, printing it on its side with 45° chamfers because they print better than fillets, and used a stronger cubic infill so he could use less of it.
- On Reddit, a maker’s desk-edge headphone holder drew praise as an unobtrusive alternative to huge bust-style stands. A popular Printables clamp stand fits desks up to 4.5 cm thick and recommends PLA at 15% infill.
Design Your Own
Frequently Asked Questions
What filament for a headphone stand?
PLA is fine indoors; PETG if it holds heavy headphones on a hook for years.
Can a printed hook damage the headband?
Smooth the contact area or add a TPU pad.
Clamp or desk stand?
Clamp saves desk space; desk stands are easier to print.
How long does it take to print?
Typically a few hours.
Sources
- Linus Tech Tips: “Headphone Stand Design Contest Part 2”
- Maker’s Muse: “Custom 3D Printed Headphone Holder using Fusion 360”
- Printables: Wireless Controller and Headphone Stand
- r/3Dprinting: Headphone stand that takes no desk space
- Amazon product listings for the printers linked above, October 16, 2026
Related: 3D Printed Hooks | 3D Printed Cable Clips | Useful Things to 3D Print for Your Home | Bambu Lab A1 Review
Notes and disclosure
Note: Printer prices come from Amazon listings on October 16, 2026 and change often. The ideas below come from popular YouTube creators and Reddit threads, credited where used. My own hands-on results will be added after my planned test prints.
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