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Author:  Nlouch [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 3:25 am ]
Post subject:  Flight Case
Hi

I'm getting a new mixer soon (Yamaha MG124CX) and need to upgrade a few other bits too (upgrading my mics, for example).

I need a new flight case, and would preferably have one that houses all I need:

Mixer
Mic Receiver
Drawer for laptop
A little spare space for thinks like soundcard, etc.

I am a mobile DJ so play all over the place.

Can anyone suggest anything?

Thanks
Author:  c. staley [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 4:58 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
Can't help you with a laptop case since we use a Micro ATX desktop in our system, BUT we have figured out how to get everything in one box:

http://www.dkusa.com/roadcase/ourcase.htm

The only set up is literally the speakers and television.
Author:  Nlouch [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 5:05 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
Nicely put together!

What I'm thinking is something similar, albeit a lot smaller as all it needs to take is:

Mixer
Mic Receivers
Rack-mounted tray
Blank area

As the mixer has on-board effects/compression, they are dealt with. Only in/out I would need for this rig is:

Power
Speakers
USB
Author:  c. staley [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 5:30 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
We thought about a laptop, however the problem is the screen is attached to the rest and therefore your mixer has to be placed next to it creating a "side-by-side" configuration. UNLESS you put the laptop on the top of your case with the mixer on a slide-out drawer.
Author:  gunghouk [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 5:31 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
I'm just about to put one of these on Ebay ! :lol:

http://www.skbcases.com/music/products/ ... &c=78&s=78
Author:  Nlouch [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 5:39 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
GungHoUK

That sorta looks suitable...

I mean, mixer on top, then mic receivers, bit of space, then slide out drawer for laptop.

How much, where? ;)
Author:  Nlouch [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 5:48 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
Seeing as my stand is built to accommodate it, I am thinking about this possible idea:

2 x small flight cases:

(1) Mixer, Mic Receivers, Power distribution etc

(2) Laptop, Hard drive, USB hub, Soundcard


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(1) would plug into the mains and route power to (2) via a short kettle cord. Audio would route from (2) to (1) via appropriate cables. They would sit side-by-side, and it would mean few cables to plug in, ready to rock in short time.
Author:  timberlea [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 6:41 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
This is the newer version of the case we use. We've had ours for about 10 years now, using in a mobile setting 6-7 days a week and still looks practically new.

http://www.skbcases.com/music/products/ ... &c=78&s=78
Author:  Nlouch [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 6:50 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
Those Roto rigs look nice.

I have worked out that the yamaha mixer is basically 10 long (front to back). I also need about 6-8u for the other gear.

So I could mount the whole system in: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/CD-Flight-Case-DJ ... 240%3A1318
Author:  gunghouk [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 8:23 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
Yeah that would do it too. A bit heavier than the SKB case (and twice the price that I'd ask for mine :wink: )
Author:  Nlouch [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 8:25 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
Gunghouk - PM me mate. I am looking at options, and considering your case. Be keen to see a few more angles.

Rather do business with someone on here than a faceless ebay.
Author:  Nlouch [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 1:58 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
Also, how do I mount a mixer such as Yamaha MG124CX into a rackmount? I mean, it's not wide enough?
Author:  mckyj57 [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 2:20 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
Nlouch @ Mon Feb 09, 2009 4:58 pm wrote:
Also, how do I mount a mixer such as Yamaha MG124CX into a rackmount? I mean, it's not wide enough?

You really don't unless you custom-build a holder. I put mine in a padded shelf on the top of the rack. You then velcro the unit to there for transport.
Author:  Nlouch [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 2:26 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
So I could rackmount a shelf, and then just stick it to the shelf?

Sorry, don't totally think I've understood you correctly?
Author:  mckyj57 [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 5:51 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
Nlouch @ Mon Feb 09, 2009 5:26 pm wrote:
So I could rackmount a shelf, and then just stick it to the shelf?

Sorry, don't totally think I've understood you correctly?


This unit:

http://www.fullcompass.com/product/318842.html

The mixer sits on top of it, with velcro securing it.
Author:  RLC [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 6:24 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
Would something like this work? http://www.marathonpro.com/mama6.html
Author:  lyquiddye [ Mon Feb 09, 2009 10:14 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
mckyj57 @ Mon Feb 09, 2009 8:51 pm wrote:
Nlouch @ Mon Feb 09, 2009 5:26 pm wrote:
So I could rackmount a shelf, and then just stick it to the shelf?

Sorry, don't totally think I've understood you correctly?


This unit:

http://www.fullcompass.com/product/318842.html

The mixer sits on top of it, with velcro securing it.


They make rack ears for your mixer. Go to the yamaha site and order them. It will be much better than a shelf.
Author:  Nlouch [ Tue Feb 10, 2009 1:40 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
Thanks for all the feedback fellas :)
Author:  Nlouch [ Mon Feb 16, 2009 3:42 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
I am looking at this: http://www.monacor.de/typo3/index.php?i ... N&typ=full

What's the opinion? I can get it at a VERY good price (my father's company - lol).
Author:  timberlea [ Mon Feb 16, 2009 12:27 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Flight Case
At almost 40 lbs empty, it seems to me to be a bit on the heavy side for mobile use, but looks like a nice case.
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