dave_bass5 Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 My MB bag is starting to fall apart and i was shocked at how much they cost now so ive decide i need an alternative. My problem is I dont take my Amp home as it stays with my drummer so i cant take it round the shops to try it out. I need a pocket or compartment large enough to hold a few shot leads, my AKG wireless system with PSU and mains lead. Any suggestions? Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 Hi Dave, There is a massive range of laptop bags out there. I use one for my slender MB F1. Infact, laughably, the last time I went up to meet the guys for a writing session I took my amp, laptop and all my leads in one bag.. and my X3 in it's own gig bag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted June 6, 2009 Author Share Posted June 6, 2009 Thansk Dood. Yes, a Laptop bag might work. I have a courrier tpye bag for my LMII and that holds all my other bits as well. I guess the point of this thread is to get specific bags as i cant take my amp to try first so i just wondered what others were using and where to get them. I still cant believe the MB bag is around £90. Even when i got mine for £70 i thought it was way over priced. Now the seams have split around the pocket i think its even more overpriced as ive only had it for a couple of years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 I see what you mean Dave.. Ouch! that did turn out to be an expensive bag! I was just tryinig to think of other options too. My other thought would be like, a Camera bag.. or one of those laptop rucksacks. Though again, I'm afraid I cant give you specifics. Which still leaves you with not being able to try one out. - It did make me think though - if companies like Roqsolid exist making 'covers' for amps etc.. annnnd you can buy custom rack cases - I wonder if there is a company out there that can make bespoke holdalls/rucksacks/bags etc? Hmmmm... I'm pretty handy with a sewing machine - I see a gap in the market!!! lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 Without a doubt I recommend Gigs Skinz. They might look a little 'modern', but dont worry, the dragon print design is only really visible in the light. Very tough, very safe, well made, lots of pockets, and pretty much the the best price you can get for a gig bag. Here are a few examples: [url="http://www.flightcasepro.co.uk/Gig-Skinz/Gig-Skinz-DGMS.php"]http://www.flightcasepro.co.uk/Gig-Skinz/Gig-Skinz-DGMS.php[/url] [url="http://www.flightcasepro.co.uk/Gig-Skinz/Gig-Skinz-DGMM.php"]http://www.flightcasepro.co.uk/Gig-Skinz/Gig-Skinz-DGMM.php[/url] The small mixer bag fits LM2/LM3 perfectly. Not so sure which one is best for SA450...but they have measurements on the site. I got one for the LM3 and its brilliant. It even has a velcro strap in the main compartment to hold the amp in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 Those gig skinz look good! oh well.. looks like I wont need to make bags after all he he he he he!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted June 6, 2009 Author Share Posted June 6, 2009 Cheers guys. Those Gig skinz look great although the medium one is a bit too small for the SA450. I quite fancy the 2U rack bag though. I could then rack the head up in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kongo Posted June 8, 2009 Share Posted June 8, 2009 I'd say send it my way and I could mod that at work but...it would have to go through official stpes and thus, would cost you to much so...Go for the laptop bag option. Oh and do rack it up, the SD800 I use at rehearsal is and it's STILL lighter than my floor processor!!! But looks nice and is protected...plus if you have a 3u or 4u you could add rack effects. (although you'd add weight). Oh and if you have the time, please visit my thread SA450 vs SD800 as you have the head I'm interested in, I'd like some views about how it holds up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted June 8, 2009 Author Share Posted June 8, 2009 (edited) [quote name='Kongo' post='508385' date='Jun 8 2009, 05:53 PM']I'd say send it my way and I could mod that at work but...it would have to go through official stpes and thus, would cost you to much so...Go for the laptop bag option. Oh and do rack it up, the SD800 I use at rehearsal is and it's STILL lighter than my floor processor!!! But looks nice and is protected...plus if you have a 3u or 4u you could add rack effects. (although you'd add weight). Oh and if you have the time, please visit my thread SA450 vs SD800 as you have the head I'm interested in, I'd like some views about how it holds up. [/quote] Thanks for the reply. I would have been happy to pay fo rthe bag to be fixed, and almost did but ive never really liked the fact that the bag has large vents in it at either end. Not very rain friendly. So im happy to replace it. My 2U rack bag is on its way. I was going to get a 3U but i dont really use anything else other thana wireless system. Edited June 9, 2009 by dave_bass5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kongo Posted June 8, 2009 Share Posted June 8, 2009 [quote name='dave_bass5' post='508408' date='Jun 8 2009, 06:23 PM']Thnaks for the reply. I would have been happy to pay fo rthe bag to be fixed, and almost did but ive never really liked the fact that the bag has large vents in it at either end. Not very rain friendly. So im happy to replace it. My 2U rack bag is on its way. I was going to get a 3U but i dont really use anything else other thana wireless system.[/quote] Thanks...Any time you consider getting it looked at please, send me a PM. We could use the work LOL! Oh and the vents? Rain friendly? No problemo. Congrats on the 2U...I love rack heads...Look so much better encased (Obviously lol!) and heads like Markbass that don't have a great deal of a shell can benefit from surviving falls if need be...which is hardly ever if at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted June 8, 2009 Author Share Posted June 8, 2009 [quote name='Kongo' post='508410' date='Jun 8 2009, 06:26 PM']Thanks...Any time you consider getting it looked at please, send me a PM. We could use the work LOL! Oh and the vents? Rain friendly? No problemo. Congrats on the 2U...I love rack heads...Look so much better encased (Obviously lol!) and heads like Markbass that don't have a great deal of a shell can benefit from surviving falls if need be...which is hardly ever if at all. [/quote] Will do. Actually the vents are needed if you run the amp in the bag so i guess they need to stay. Ive never had a racked amp before and im not sure how nice the SA450 will look with the rack ears on but like you say, its going to be a lot better protected. Its not like its going to be heavy, even with my other bits in it. I'll check your thread later tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yorick Posted June 8, 2009 Share Posted June 8, 2009 If you have a shop called FREE SPIRIT near you, they stock Animal bags. I have a hybrid courier/laptop bag that i use on occasion for my Ashdown LG350. It carries that and quite a few other bits and bobs as well. It doesn't have too much padding, mind... but only cost £25!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EssentialTension Posted June 8, 2009 Share Posted June 8, 2009 [quote name='Musicman20' post='507004' date='Jun 6 2009, 02:46 PM']Without a doubt I recommend Gigs Skinz.[/quote] +1, I got one for my LMII plus pedals plus leads and cheaper and better made than the rubbish MB version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted June 9, 2009 Author Share Posted June 9, 2009 (edited) This is what i use for my LMII and all my bits. Its just a shame the SA450 wont fit it. Blacks were doing them for £20 so i got 2 a year or so ago. Nicely padded and quite rugged. Edited June 9, 2009 by dave_bass5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kongo Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 [quote name='dave_bass5' post='508420' date='Jun 8 2009, 06:31 PM']Will do. Actually the vents are needed if you run the amp in the bag so i guess they need to stay. Ive never had a racked amp before and im not sure how nice the SA450 will look with the rack ears on but like you say, its going to be a lot better protected. Its not like its going to be heavy, even with my other bits in it. I'll check your thread later tonight.[/quote] If I can, I'll take a pic of the SD800 racked up in a case when I'm at rehearsal and post it here. I think it looks awesome! The rack ears don't look out of place. Just depends on what your used to. Rack heads ALWAYS look good in a case IMO. I spoke atr work about us maybe doing things like this as we are looking to diversify past motorsport and it met with great response. If it gets real bad and you do need it looked at, you know where to turn. Say the spec and it's yours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted June 10, 2009 Author Share Posted June 10, 2009 [quote name='Kongo' post='509290' date='Jun 9 2009, 05:30 PM']If I can, I'll take a pic of the SD800 racked up in a case when I'm at rehearsal and post it here. I think it looks awesome! The rack ears don't look out of place. Just depends on what your used to. Rack heads ALWAYS look good in a case IMO. [/quote] Cheers. Yes, i think my rig will look a bit more "proper" with a racked amp. I would have prefered something like a SKB case rather than a bag, with all its straps hanging off etc but this will be more practical. Im really glad i kept the ears now. I almost gave them away to someone on here a few years ago. [quote name='Kongo' post='509290' date='Jun 9 2009, 05:30 PM']I spoke at work about us maybe doing things like this as we are looking to diversify past motorsport and it met with great response. If it gets real bad and you do need it looked at, you know where to turn. Say the spec and it's yours.[/quote] Not sure how big a market there would be for these but good luck with them if you do go for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kongo Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 [quote name='dave_bass5' post='510043' date='Jun 10 2009, 12:01 PM']Cheers. Yes, i think my rig will look a bit more "proper" with a racked amp. I would have prefered something like a SKB case rather than a bag, with all its straps hanging off etc but this will be more practical. Im really glad i kept the ears now. I almost gave them away to someone on here a few years ago. Not sure how big a market there would be for these but good luck with them if you do go for it.[/quote] LOL You'll be surprised...We once said "No F1 team is gonna want to protect thier gear in travel bags"...But now F1 uses us for 95% of their travel gear, you never know. An open door my friend, in times like this it's a good idea. We went from trimming cars, to F1 travel gear, prisons etc...Can go anywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted June 10, 2009 Author Share Posted June 10, 2009 [quote name='Kongo' post='510393' date='Jun 10 2009, 05:08 PM']LOL You'll be surprised...We once said "No F1 team is gonna want to protect thier gear in travel bags"...But now F1 uses us for 95% of their travel gear, you never know. An open door my friend, in times like this it's a good idea. We went from trimming cars, to F1 travel gear, prisons etc...Can go anywhere. [/quote] point taken. I was specifically talking about the MB heads though but you never can tell. My Gig Skinz bag turned up to day. Looks great and it will hold all my gear, plus a bit more that i can now start using. I wont have my SA450 until Sat so that will be the first outing for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kongo Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 [quote name='dave_bass5' post='510413' date='Jun 10 2009, 05:23 PM']point taken. I was specifically talking about the MB heads though but you never can tell. My Gig Skinz bag turned up to day. Looks great and it will hold all my gear, plus a bit more that i can now start using. I wont have my SA450 until Sat so that will be the first outing for it.[/quote] Ah ok, no Markbass alone would be hard...the embroidery is the issue! Enjoy...I'm still GASsing over that head too! Get to use the SD800 tonight Mmmm...I'll remember that pic hopefully. (the head racked up) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowbee Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 [quote name='Musicman20' post='507004' date='Jun 6 2009, 02:46 PM']Without a doubt I recommend Gigs Skinz. They might look a little 'modern', but dont worry, the dragon print design is only really visible in the light. Very tough, very safe, well made, lots of pockets, and pretty much the the best price you can get for a gig bag. Here are a few examples: [url="http://www.flightcasepro.co.uk/Gig-Skinz/Gig-Skinz-DGMS.php"]http://www.flightcasepro.co.uk/Gig-Skinz/Gig-Skinz-DGMS.php[/url] [url="http://www.flightcasepro.co.uk/Gig-Skinz/Gig-Skinz-DGMM.php"]http://www.flightcasepro.co.uk/Gig-Skinz/Gig-Skinz-DGMM.php[/url] The small mixer bag fits LM2/LM3 perfectly. Not so sure which one is best for SA450...but they have measurements on the site. I got one for the LM3 and its brilliant. It even has a velcro strap in the main compartment to hold the amp in place. [/quote] The Gig Skinz medium is what I use for SA450 and it has tons of room for all of my cabling and other bits and pieces: [url="http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Gig_Skinz_Gig_Bags.html"]http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_sp...z_Gig_Bags.html[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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