Jamesemt Posted February 24, 2008 Share Posted February 24, 2008 I'm trying to decide between getting a rackbag, or getting a hard case. I don't gig (yet...) so will just be for rehearsal. Obviously the hard case will look after the equipment a bit better - but its not like it will be thrown in the back of a van, so does it matter? FWIW I'm looking at an LD Systems bag or a Gator shallow case both in a 6u size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfoxnik Posted February 24, 2008 Share Posted February 24, 2008 [quote name='Jamesemt' post='145960' date='Feb 24 2008, 12:41 PM']I'm trying to decide between getting a rackbag, or getting a hard case. I don't gig (yet...) so will just be for rehearsal. Obviously the hard case will look after the equipment a bit better - but its not like it will be thrown in the back of a van, so does it matter? FWIW I'm looking at an LD Systems bag or a Gator shallow case both in a 6u size.[/quote] Good question! I used to have a hard case for my Hartke HA3500 and it looked after it really well, but it became a bit of a pain to lug around to be honest.. So, I sold the hardcase on and I now have a rackbag for my GK 700RB and I'm pretty happy with it.. I do a lot of gigs but carry my own gear around, so I make sure it doesn't get thrown around. A 6U hard case full of gear will get very heavy, but if you're touring, then it'd be worth it. Otherwise, you'll probably be fine with the rackbag.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MythSte Posted February 24, 2008 Share Posted February 24, 2008 (edited) I'd agree with the above, however i think with it being 6u it'll not make much difference, its gonna be a big heavy bugger either way! Edited February 24, 2008 by ste_m3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesemt Posted February 25, 2008 Author Share Posted February 25, 2008 [quote name='ste_m3' post='146264' date='Feb 24 2008, 10:56 PM']I'd agree with the above, however i think with it being 6u it'll not make much difference, its gonna be a big heavy bugger either way![/quote] Not that heavy!! Superfly is 2u, wireless takes up 1u, Behringer V Amp pro takes up 2u, leaving 1u for a tuner (I'm going to put the wireless above the superfly, so it will get plenty of ventilation.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingforaday Posted February 25, 2008 Share Posted February 25, 2008 [quote name='Jamesemt' post='145960' date='Feb 24 2008, 12:41 PM']I'm trying to decide between getting a rackbag, or getting a hard case. I don't gig (yet...) so will just be for rehearsal. Obviously the hard case will look after the equipment a bit better - but its not like it will be thrown in the back of a van, so does it matter? FWIW I'm looking at an LD Systems bag or a Gator shallow case both in a 6u size.[/quote] rack bags are a lil easier to lug around and they do protect your stuff well, however be careful with the zips! i've just completely knackered mine so i either take the zip off and sew on a new one (yeah cuz i'm great at sewing...) or buy a new rack bag! then again i've seen enough hard rack cases that have the doors hanging off cuz the catches have broken... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesemt Posted February 25, 2008 Author Share Posted February 25, 2008 [quote name='kingforaday' post='146505' date='Feb 25 2008, 12:36 PM']rack bags are a lil easier to lug around and they do protect your stuff well, however be careful with the zips! i've just completely knackered mine so i either take the zip off and sew on a new one (yeah cuz i'm great at sewing...) or buy a new rack bag! then again i've seen enough hard rack cases that have the doors hanging off cuz the catches have broken...[/quote] Thanks for the advice guys, I'm going to try a rack bag and see how I get on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodster Posted February 25, 2008 Share Posted February 25, 2008 (edited) The Gator rack bags have velcro flaps instead of zips Edited February 25, 2008 by woodster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassbloke Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 I wouldn't bother with a rack bag for anyting over 4U. Even 4U is pushing it- every 4U bag I've owned has ended up in the bin! If you want light and portable, you could get two smaller rack bags or cases - one for your head/power amp and one for your outboard gear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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