CNB pedalboards from rondo music?

The Ethanator · #1 01-31-2009, 10:17 AM

has anybody seen these? or used them? im considering getting one, once my pedal collection gets to a size large enough to warrant buying an actual board. they come in a variety of sizes, so it looks like they could be useful for pedal setups of all sizes
http://www.rondomusic.com/pedalcases.html
thoughts? would you buy one?

OhThePeacock · #2 01-31-2009, 10:18 AM

From what I've heard they fall apart pretty easily and the latches aren't that great. If it's just for home use though it shouldn't be a problem.

slyjoe · #3 01-31-2009, 10:32 AM

They actually aren't bad, especially for the price. I have a 23x13 board, and though I wouldn't throw it around it does ok for carrying pedals around. I did add a shelf for the second row of pedals, which also seemed to stiffen the case up a little.

Hard to go wrong for the price - try em out and, depending on how rough you are, they may do just fine.

Lefty Geek · #4 01-31-2009, 11:35 AM

Great way to organize your pedals at home. I have one, I wouldn't gig out with it.

Vic Winters · #5 01-31-2009, 10:05 PM

I've had the CNB PDC-410G for 2 months now with no issues. I won't lie, it's not the sturdiest case in the world, and the velcro that comes with it is awful but it's not a bad case for the money. If you're tossing it around a good deal I can see something breaking, but I handle my gear with care, and I only play out 2-5 times/month so I don't think I'll have a problem. I'd suggest getting some egg shell foam to line the inside cover with because they are pretty deep. All in all a decent economy case.

**TheMutt** · #6 01-31-2009, 11:23 PM

I had the 410I case for about three to four months. Definitely not the most sturdy of cases, but it works in a pinch. Big +1 to getting some extra foam to put in there, otherwise you're going to have some loose pedals rolling around in the case. On the plus side, the case is fairly light, but the lip on the pedalboard side can be a hindrance when using wah/volume/expression pedals.

diechris · #7 01-31-2009, 11:23 PM

i just got one and for the money its a lot better then a soft case. the velcro does suck... but its not a problem in my case.

Snakeman1066 · #8 02-01-2009, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by The Ethanator

has anybody seen these? or used them? im considering getting one, once my pedal collection gets to a size large enough to warrant buying an actual board. they come in a variety of sizes, so it looks like they could be useful for pedal setups of all sizes
http://www.rondomusic.com/pedalcases.html
thoughts? would you buy one?

If your going to buy one I suggest getting the flight case version...its a lot sturdier than the regualr case

DeaconK · #9 02-02-2009, 08:26 AM

The only problem that I've had with mine is that the pin on one hinge has fallen out. I need to fabricate something to replace it with.

I did replace the velcro with some industrial strength stuff and it is the strongest velcro I've ever seen.

The extra foam is probably a good idea too.

excane · #10 02-02-2009, 08:28 AM

They are very cheaply made....as said above, I would use one just to store my pedals in at home. I would never take it on the road.

DuoSonicII · #11 02-02-2009, 03:30 PM

I have two, and they're decent for the money. My only gripe with them is that after lugging them around for a while, the fabric started pulling away from the bottom of the case. Easy enough to fix. I wouldn't say they're tour-worthy or anything, but for home use and light gigging, they're a solid deal.

shaolinwhat · #12 02-02-2009, 05:34 PM

ive had one for 4 years and have done countless 2-3 week tours with it, recently replaced the carpet but other than that, never had an issue at all. i am not easy on my gear, (or any of my belongings in general) so its definitely taken a beating. ive been very impressed.

sonic assassin · #13 02-02-2009, 05:41 PM

ive got 2 of them. well worth the price.