Too expensive? Expressimo's web site (www.expressimoaudio.com) offers the "Lifter" product for $49.95 plus $6.50 for shipping and handling. Other models go up to $125 with shipping. I have one of them, and I would describe it as a well-made good design and a good value within our high end context. If their prices are too heavy for you, you might try studying their design and putting together a knock-off from Home Depot pieces (if possible).