SVT 4 Pro

[bassgrackle]

I have had my 4Pro for almost 10 years, but I am getting tired of caring around an almost 80lbs rack mount case when my two Fearless Cabs weight less combined.

How are you guys transporting your SVT4Pros?

 

[JimmyM]

If it were me, I'd use the lightest rack I could possibly find. I don't know what rack that would be, but in all likelihood it would be something like an SKB...made of hard plastic. And I would do my best not to have any other stuff in the rack.

 

[mobdirt]

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How much does the rack mount case weigh? the svt weighs around 40 lbs, an skb 6u weighs about 15 lbs

 

[bassgrackle]

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How much does the rack mount case weigh? the svt weighs around 40 lbs, an skb 6u weighs about 15 lbs

I have a 6U hard plastic case that weights in around 30lbs plus a power conditioner and newly removed BBE sonic maxamizer. Ideally is there a rack bag that could handle the weight and heat of the SVT4Pro.

 

[mobdirt]

I have a 6U hard plastic case that weights in around 30lbs plus a power conditioner and newly removed BBE sonic maxamizer. Ideally is there a rack bag that could handle the weight and heat of the SVT4Pro.

Ya removing the power conditioner should not be an option, you think the svt 4 and the power conditioner would fit in a 4U rack? this would do it, weighs 12 lbs
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i dont think the weight and heat output from the amp should be a problem, these open up at both ends and if really needed you could drill some vents..

 

[bassgrackle]

Ya removing the power conditioner should not be an option, you think the svt 4 and the power conditioner would fit in a 4U rack? this would do it, weighs 12 lbs
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i dont think the weight and heat output from the amp should be a problem, these open up at both ends and if really needed you could drill some vents..

I can remember is the SVT4Pro was 3U or 4U. But I seem to think it’s 3 which will then fit. And that’s a good price for the case. Most I have see were $300 plus.

 

[mobdirt]

I can remember is the SVT4Pro was 3U or 4U. But I seem to think it’s 3 which will then fit. And that’s a good price for the case. Most I have see were $300 plus.

There's these trolly type rack cases but they're heavier and more expensive
SKB Roto Rolling Rack - 6 Rack Spaces w/Wheels

 

[JimmyM]

You really don't need a power "conditioner". They're all just glorified power strips until you get into the serious $1000+ category. That said, I used to have one on mine when I used a rack because of the convenience factor. But it's not necessary.

 

[the_home]

Just last weekend pulled my Mesa Bass 400 out of its permanent home, which was a Mesa road ready shock case. Immediately reduced the 75 lbs. weight almost by half. Now the head travels naked, and I carry a very light 2 space rack holding a power conditioner and and Alembix F-1X for back up. And everything rolls in and out on a light weight but fairly heavy duty cart.

 

[bassgrackle]

Just last weekend pulled my Mesa Bass 400 out of its permanent home, which was a Mesa road ready shock case. Immediately reduced the 75 lbs. weight almost by half. Now the head travels naked, and I carry a very light 2 space rack holding a power conditioner and and Alembix F-1X for back up. And everything rolls in and out on a light weight but fairly heavy duty cart.

Not a bad option. Not like mines in mint condition to begin with and without the case the profile would be way smaller and sit on top of my Fearless cabs nicer. I also toyed with selling it for a Mesa Prodigy. But I’m afraid I won’t be making enough power for Fearless cabs at 8ohms.