MOTM

I asked SKB about making taller cases in the shorter depths....I wonder
if I could saw one of the deep ones down the middle?

Subject:
                       Re: SKB X cases in taller versions
            Date:
                       Wed, 29 Aug 2001 11:50:42 -0700
           From:
                       Lynn Weitzel <lynn@...>
                To:
                       John Blacet <blacet@...>
  References:
                       1




Hi John;
   At this time we are not making any larger units for the Shallow X
Racks,
however you are welcome to check back with us at a later date. Also we
do
not make custom cases:
Best Regards,
Lynn Weitzel
SKB Corporation
Phone:800-410-2024x247
Fax:714-283-0425

----- Original Message -----
From: John Blacet <blacet@...>
To: <questions@...>
Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2001 10:20 AM
Subject: SKB X cases in taller versions


> Hi SKB:
>
> I would be interested in your new "X" line cases in taller versions;
6,
> 9, and 12 RUs.
>
> We build a line of equipment that is very shallow and is kinda "lost"
in
> your deeper cases. There are other people in this industry that would
> also be interested in taller cases. See http://www.modularsynth.com
for
> example.
>
> Are you planning on expanding this line? What would be a minimum run
for
> a custom order?
>
> Regards,
> ___________________
> John Blacet
> Blacet Research
> http://www.blacet.com
>
>

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___________________
John Blacet
Blacet Research
http://www.blacet.com

I'm pro taller X case as well.  They look like they'd be a great 
solution if they only came taller than 4U.

JP

--- In motm@y..., John Blacet <blacet@b...> wrote:
> I asked SKB about making taller cases in the shorter depths....I 
wonder if I could saw one of the deep ones down the middle?

This bring up an interesting question... and appologies if this was covered
in recent discussions.  Who makes custom cases?  Not the amazing kind that
listmembers are hand making, but companies like SKB (but not SKB,
obviously).  I wouldn't mind picking up a 20U or 30U tall case, about 10"
deep.  Can you guess what for?  :)

--PBr

-----Original Message-----
From: John Blacet [mailto:blacet@...]
Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2001 1:21 PM
To: motm@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [motm] SKB cases


I asked SKB about making taller cases in the shorter depths....I wonder
if I could saw one of the deep ones down the middle?

Here is just another person's suggestion:

It's called 
C&D Cases. Phone is (973) 759-4175 and it's in Belleville, NJ.

or

www.calzonecase.com


Paul S.

I don't own MOTM but C&D has made cases for me for a long time and do great 
work. to your size specifications. They also have a choice of two different 
thicknesses. Nice people, too.

Rob Schwimmer

At 2:52 PM -0700 08/29/01, Brousseau, Paul E (Paul) wrote:
>
>This bring up an interesting question... and appologies if this was covered
>in recent discussions.  Who makes custom cases?  Not the amazing kind that
>listmembers are hand making, but companies like SKB (but not SKB,
>obviously).  I wouldn't mind picking up a 20U or 30U tall case, about 10"
>deep.  Can you guess what for?  :)

I've had custom cases made by Anvil and USA Case.  Calzone also makes
custom cases.  Afaik, so do Mid Atlantic and Cadence.  Also, many SR and
touring companies make their own cases, and might take on outside work if
their shops aren't busy.  Almost any company that sells pro gear can get
cases made for you, and might have a good idea based on previous orders who
can make the case you want at the best price.

I recently purchased a SKB look alike case that is made by another company
for around 1/2 the price.  It is the traditional depth.  But perhaps this
company would be interested in a custom size?  I don't find a full brand
name, but I could check with the supplier.

Larry H

----- Original Message -----
From: Brousseau, Paul E (Paul) <noise@...>
To: <motm@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2001 4:52 PM
Subject: RE: [motm] SKB cases


This bring up an interesting question... and appologies if this was covered
in recent discussions.  Who makes custom cases?  Not the amazing kind that
listmembers are hand making, but companies like SKB (but not SKB,
obviously).  I wouldn't mind picking up a 20U or 30U tall case, about 10"
deep.  Can you guess what for?  :)

--PBr

-----Original Message-----
From: John Blacet [mailto:blacet@...]
Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2001 1:21 PM
To: motm@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [motm] SKB cases


I asked SKB about making taller cases in the shorter depths....I wonder
if I could saw one of the deep ones down the middle?




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In a message dated 8/29/01 3:03:53 PM, noise@... writes:

<< Who makes custom cases? >>

There are LOADS of custom case companies that will make whatever you want.  
Having been in the touring business for years, I have had a lot of experience 
with most of the major brands.  Without a doubt the best case company that I 
know of is R&R Cases out of Des Plaines, IL.  Here's the info:

http://www.rrcases.com/

Not the cheapest, but definitely the best.  There are some close runner-ups, 
but check out any world-class tour backstage and chances are you will find 
some R&R Cases.  No, I don't have anything to do with the company, but I do 
own some of their cases.

Ivan

Here's another place to try for road type cases, Star Case:

http://www.starcase.com/index.htm

They make semicustom cases.  They have an interesting configuration that is
a double wide set, side by side rack rails, perfect for a modular based upon
rack rails.  Look for the F-1D and F4-D.  Minimum depth was about 10" which
isn't too bad.

John Loffink
microtonal@...