dannybuoy Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 What kind of hard cases are you guys using for you guys using for your micro amps? Just picked up a Darkglass M900 ([font=Ubuntu, helvetica, arial, sans-serif]26.7 x 23 x 6.4 cm / 10.5 x 9.05 x 2.52 in) and don't want to pay £85 for the official bag which doesn't look all that great.[/font] [font=Ubuntu, helvetica, arial, sans-serif]I'm after something with a bit more protection like a hard case with foam, before I search and wade through the possibilities does anyone have any solid recommnedations?[/font] [font=Ubuntu, helvetica, arial, sans-serif]TIA[/font] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBunny Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Maplin is your friend here. They do a number of Aluminium Cases with foam interiors that you can easily customise to the size you want. Price varies from £25 -£35. I've got 2 of them. https://www.maplin.co.uk/p/small-flight-case-with-foam-interior-n50fu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osiris Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 (edited) You can't go wrong with a decent laptop bag, especially if you can get your hands on one of the old fashioned brief case style ones. I've got one and it is way more sturdy and has more protection and padding than any of the overpriced official amp bags that I've seen. It's probably not as sturdy as a hard case but for loading in and out of the car it's more than man enough for the job. I cart my wireless system about in a Stanley plastic drill case that is lined with foam and the has lasted for over 10 years without cracking or breaking. I seem to recall the DG amp is quite diddy so you might be able to squeeze it into something similar? Edited August 30, 2017 by Osiris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 [quote name='BassBunny' timestamp='1504109945' post='3362761'] Maplin is your friend here. They do a number of Aluminium Cases with foam interiors that you can easily customise to the size you want. Price varies from £25 -£35. I've got 2 of them. [url="https://www.maplin.co.uk/p/small-flight-case-with-foam-interior-n50fu"]https://www.maplin.c...-interior-n50fu[/url] [/quote] Cheers that one looks good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Dare Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Another vote for Maplins alu cases. Cheap and sturdy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuzzie Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Danny, I used the DJ mix bag from Fusion bags for it. It's really sturdy, waterproof covering and will fit in all your cables. They have a sale on https://www.fusion-bags.com/collections/sale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Well impressed with that bag - just ordered one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scalpy Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 [quote name='Osiris' timestamp='1504111003' post='3362775'] You can't go wrong with a decent laptop bag, especially if you can get your hands on one of the old fashioned brief case style ones. I've got one and it is way more sturdy and has more protection and padding than any of the overpriced official amp bags that I've seen. It's probably not as sturdy as a hard case but for loading in and out of the car it's more than man enough for the job. I cart my wireless system about in a Stanley plastic drill case that is lined with foam and the has lasted for over 10 years without cracking or breaking. I seem to recall the DG amp is quite diddy so you might be able to squeeze it into something similar? [/quote] That's what I use. Was warned off it originally as oiks might think it was valuable. Now if one sees it they must think I have an ancient and useless computer in there, stuffed with leads and straps as it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hubrad Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 [quote name='Osiris' timestamp='1504111003' post='3362775'] You can't go wrong with a decent laptop bag, especially if you can get your hands on one of the old fashioned brief case style ones. I've got one and it is way more sturdy and has more protection and padding than any of the overpriced official amp bags that I've seen. It's probably not as sturdy as a hard case but for loading in and out of the car it's more than man enough for the job. I cart my wireless system about in a Stanley plastic drill case that is lined with foam and the has lasted for over 10 years without cracking or breaking. I seem to recall the DG amp is quite diddy so you might be able to squeeze it into something similar? [/quote] Laptop bag.. charity shop. Sorted! :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 Found this one too: http://www.clasohlson.com/uk/Instrument-Case/40-8469 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yorks5stringer Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Sorry to repeat myself from a post elsewhere..... but why not just get one of these? More than adequate cushioning, good to look at and on trend for stagewear.... [attachment=252541:elf_backpocket.jpg] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnR Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 I have just ordered a Skeleton case PS37-30 for £45 including delivery for my M900. [url="https://www.djsuperstore.com/product/skeletoncase-ps37-30-small-pickfoam-prostyle-universal-flight-case.html"]https://www.djsupers...light-case.html[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnR Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 The fusion bag looks superb. I wish I'd bought that now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 Thanks everyone, I've ordered the Maplin one. I have plenty of space for cables elsewhere, I just want something compact that can survive being knocked about in the back of a van! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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