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I have a slew of ResMed S10 CPAP travel bags which I've acquired over the past few years. They're compartmentalized and have a shoulder strap. Best of all, they're free. If you have any use, please PM me.
CPAP and accessories not included.
Riis
CPAP and accessories not included.
Riis
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I used soft bags for a long time, but once I started going on the road a bit, and things were going in a trailer, and band mates were handling them, I started using all hard cases, at least for bass gear. Extension chords and stuff could still go in a duffle bag.
Just a thought.
Just a thought.
I'd go to TJMaxx and find a cheap wheeled carry-on suitcase.
I used a scrapbooking tote for a while, similar thing. Smaller than most carry-ons.
Right now I am keeping myself honest by gigging only with what fits in a 24"x14"x6" flight case plus the pockets of a bass bag. My amp, effects unit, cables, and tools are all in that flight case. Guitar stand, extra strings, battery-powered fan, and iPad are in the bass bag.
I had to go looking for the smallest amp that met my needs (any of the GK micro heads fit), but the advantage of only one container on a gig is obvious. Since it's a flight case I often set my cabinets on top of it to get them off the floor a bit, which means I don't even have to find a place to put it.
I used a scrapbooking tote for a while, similar thing. Smaller than most carry-ons.
Right now I am keeping myself honest by gigging only with what fits in a 24"x14"x6" flight case plus the pockets of a bass bag. My amp, effects unit, cables, and tools are all in that flight case. Guitar stand, extra strings, battery-powered fan, and iPad are in the bass bag.
I had to go looking for the smallest amp that met my needs (any of the GK micro heads fit), but the advantage of only one container on a gig is obvious. Since it's a flight case I often set my cabinets on top of it to get them off the floor a bit, which means I don't even have to find a place to put it.
Cascading velcro strips sewn into the top zip-lid of a backpack or suitcase/garment bag keeps them coiled and organised with room left over. Kinda like this lugville, but sewn into the lid of a plain ol' duffel bag, then you've still got the main compartment for harmonica holders or whatever.
DEFINITELY NOT Ikea bags or similar.
They've no zips to prevent content spillage.Those travel-filing cabinets would work well for anyone carrying more than few cables, each folder gets a cable, could even make soft folders.
This is what I wanted to do for myself, but with a "Rack" of gear. Nothing but a facade with blinking lights etc, particularly Funklogic's Palindrometer and associated rack gear that's no longer available. Actually, I don't even know if the palindrometer is available anymore.
Gear box that looks like a rack, which then provides enough height for my cab to sit up at (close-to) ear level and amp at (near) eye-level...
When I was gigging I was using a large 4-wheeled suitcase, damned near as big as a rack.
It held my EA backpack (with its two-sidepockets) housing my Microamp and Wizzy10, speakon cable sitting on top of the Wizzy, power cord in side-pocket. The EA backpack provided padding the suitcase didn't have. Suitcase was big enough for the backpack, mic stand, music stand, and spare bow; PT-mini & case with DI, EQ, Tuner etc. It was a BIG suitcase.
In the lid of the suitcase was a mesh pocket where I kept cables, another large flat outer pocket for mic cables, and smaller upper pocket for quick-easy access stuff. That along with a wheelset for my DB and I was wheely mobile.
One of the companies I used to work for had all kinds of gear for various adventure activities (for up to 200 people at time, sometimes more). Stuff for kayaking/rafting such as PFDs, paddles, activity games (land & water), camping equipment including complete kitchen, tents, sleeping pads, poles for raft-building exercises, climbing gear, helmets etc.
The big mesh duffle bags do allow you to see what's inside, but also allow thieves to see. We used those for PFDs. Rubberised duffelbags for the stuff that needed to be kept dry, coolers on wheels — lots and lots of gear meant having lots and lots of bags with everything needing labels and gear being assigned to specific bags — that way you could quickly see if anything had taken a "walk", been forgotten to pack etc and track it down.
Camera bags often have dividers that can be configured however you need them with lots of small pockets for lenses that could be used for a few pedals or whatever.
Scuba gear bags, sports bags, hockey bags — but not golf bags, people are more likely to steal expensive golf clubs than stinky-sweaty Hockey equipment.
If you're going big-bag one-trip load-ins/-outs: WHEELS.
And even if you're going multiple bags/trips: WHEELS.
A place for everything and everything labelled and in its place with internal bag Labels. No labels outside the bag, keep the label inside a flap or something that's easily accessible by you — no need to advertise to thieves which bag, if you have a lot, is the one to nick.
Yup, whether you go new/used bespoke/generic — Labels & Wheels.
Labels & Wheels.
Labels.
...&...
Wheels.
Holds lots, but not so gig-friendly. Not easy to fish out the cables you need at a gig. You kind of have to dump everything.
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You’re response is one of the reasons I love talkbass.Cascading velcro strips sewn into the top zip-lid of a backpack or suitcase/garment bag keeps them coiled and organised with room left over. Kinda like this lugville, but sewn into the lid of a plain ol' duffel bag, then you've still got the main compartment for harmonica holders or whatever.
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DEFINITELY NOT Ikea bags or similar.
Those travel-filing cabinets would work well for anyone carrying more than few cables, each folder gets a cable, could even make soft folders.
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This is what I wanted to do for myself, but with a "Rack" of gear. Nothing but a facade with blinking lights etc, particularly Funklogic's Palindrometer and associated rack gear that's no longer available. Actually, I don't even know if the palindrometer is available anymore.
View attachment 2805486
Gear box that looks like a rack, which then provides enough height for my cab to sit up at (close-to) ear level and amp at (near) eye-level...
When I was gigging I was using a large 4-wheeled suitcase, damned near as big as a rack.
It held my EA backpack (with its two-sidepockets) housing my Microamp and Wizzy10, speakon cable sitting on top of the Wizzy, power cord in side-pocket. The EA backpack provided padding the suitcase didn't have. Suitcase was big enough for the backpack, mic stand, music stand, and spare bow; PT-mini & case with DI, EQ, Tuner etc. It was a BIG suitcase.
In the lid of the suitcase was a mesh pocket where I kept cables, another large flat outer pocket for mic cables, and smaller upper pocket for quick-easy access stuff. That along with a wheelset for my DB and I was wheely mobile.
One of the companies I used to work for had all kinds of gear for various adventure activities (for up to 200 people at time, sometimes more). Stuff for kayaking/rafting such as PFDs, paddles, activity games (land & water), camping equipment including complete kitchen, tents, sleeping pads, poles for raft-building exercises, climbing gear, helmets etc.
The big mesh duffle bags do allow you to see what's inside, but also allow thieves to see. We used those for PFDs. Rubberised duffelbags for the stuff that needed to be kept dry, coolers on wheels — lots and lots of gear meant having lots and lots of bags with everything needing labels and gear being assigned to specific bags — that way you could quickly see if anything had taken a "walk", been forgotten to pack etc and track it down.
Camera bags often have dividers that can be configured however you need them with lots of small pockets for lenses that could be used for a few pedals or whatever.
Scuba gear bags, sports bags, hockey bags — but not golf bags, people are more likely to steal expensive golf clubs than stinky-sweaty Hockey equipment.
If you're going big-bag one-trip load-ins/-outs: WHEELS.
And even if you're going multiple bags/trips: WHEELS.
A place for everything and everything labelled and in its place with internal bag Labels. No labels outside the bag, keep the label inside a flap or something that's easily accessible by you — no need to advertise to thieves which bag, if you have a lot, is the one to nick.
Yup, whether you go new/used bespoke/generic — Labels & Wheels.
Labels & Wheels.
Labels.
...&...
Wheels.
- Sep 8, 2015
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- Endorsed by Fusion ( maker of killer gig bags)
This + a gruv gear club bag was my last load-in. I was playing at a casino, and had to go up a freight elevator and through a busy kitchen to get to the stage. I was filling in, and the house had a PA, so i didn’t need all of my usual gear I use with my band. I was able to do it in one trip. A flight case like you use would probably work great for my setup.
- Sep 8, 2015
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Lol!! yeah Fusion doesn’t really offer anything for cable organization. They are incredible to deal with. I really don’t want to tote two backpacks. I’m really liking the look of the Lugville bag. I don’t mind spending a little extra to ensure quality, and I’ve become much more organizationally minded as of late. I’m an electrician, and it just so happens I Have a really nice label maker at my disposal.
I just saw you're endorsed by Fusion.
Time for Fusion to up the ante and make you a signature gear-bag!
Also, what the hell is it with Casinos and Kitchens? Every casino only has access to the stage via the kitchen — must be in the building-codes.
Yes, with a sea bag you're best to just empty it & then fold it up. If there's a whole bunch of stuff in there you don't need, you've got too much stuff.
I traveled with a sea bag exclusively for years & the first thing I'd do in a new room was empty it on the bed & not even touch the bag again once I'd folded it & stashed it in the closet. (until it was time to pack & leave)
They've got a handy little passport-sized pocket on the side as well.
It would be surprising to someone who never used one, just how much stuff you can fit in there, but especially if you can compress clothing. (not applicable in this case, however)
What if it's a band of sailors?
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Great idea with the gallon ziplock bags.
I buy all my cables from Monoprice, and keep my cables in the original plastic bags. The length are written on the outside, and I also use velcro ties, and write the length of each cable on the grey ties. This way I always know how long the cable is that I'm looking at, and I never pull out a rats nest of cables.
My band mates think I'm overly anal about this, but it makes stage set up go A LOT faster if you are not untangling mic cables, and using the wrong length all the time. Load out, I just throw everything in the box, but then I spend 30 minutes inventorying and re-organizing everything the next day.
Monoprice is kind of like Amazon for knock-off products.
I wouldn't buy another cable from them, & had a knock-off SpeakON connector fail on me.
As an example, I was just looking at SpeakON cables on there & on their site it claims they're using NL4FC connectors. If you look at the real Neutrik NL4FC connector, it's not the same:
Here's the genuine Neutrik:
I wouldn't buy another cable from them, & had a knock-off SpeakON connector fail on me.
As an example, I was just looking at SpeakON cables on there & on their site it claims they're using NL4FC connectors. If you look at the real Neutrik NL4FC connector, it's not the same:
Here's the genuine Neutrik:
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I agree that there are DEFINITELY differences. You have to be careful what you buy from Monoprice. The mic cables have decent metal ends that I have opened up and inspected. Also the cable themselves are thicker and seem durable. So far, I have not had any failures. They are MUCH better (and serviceable) than the cheapo mic cables from anywhere else.
But, I do agree their Neutrik copy connectors are not good.
My drummer uses a Samsonite style hard suitcase for PA cables. I have a large Dewalt soft bag that I use for my cables and mics and backups. They're all velcro tied together and separated by type (mic cables, instrument cables, AC cables)
