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post #1 of 57
4/11/10 at 5:49am
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I finally found a decent case to transport my rig safely, and thought that a thread regarding that "perfect portable rig case" might be in order. Since DAPs, amps and IEMs are such a unique and personal choice, there are not very many custom-made cases for us on-the-go audiophile types. I have the two smallest OtterBOX models, but wasn't really "feeling it" until I tried a case I had purchased for my portable HDD, the "Case Logic PHDC-1 Small EVA External Hard Drive Case (Red)".

This works quite well for me, although about an inch narrower would be perfect. I am thinking about browsing the camera case section at the local "Mega Lo Mart" sometime, although it's not a huge priority as I have found this to be an almost ideal solution. It does not offer the impact and waterproof qualities of a Pelican/OtterBOX, but the case is quite protective for everyday transport needs, and the strap secures it from moving around inside, while the pocket inside works well for my universal IEMs.

Here are a couple of pics below of my solution for now, and I am hoping to see what others here at Head-fi have done in regards to safe transport for their portable rigs:




(sorry about the moiré pattern)
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post #2 of 57
4/11/10 at 8:34am
Try this, a NiteIze Backbone Case (Nite Ize Official Site). I use it with a NiteIze S-biner and it works as a case I can use all the time.

http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/003...jpg?1270885885

http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/003...jpg?1270885885
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post #3 of 57
4/11/10 at 9:01am
This thread has got me thinking about getting a case. I've been wrapping my re0's around (..I know it's very bad) loosely, but now that I'm getting an amp, how about:
Sleeve Portable Pouch for 2.5" Hard Drive Disk Case Bag - eBay Hard Drives, Drives, Components, Computers. (end time 06-May-10 11:58:08 AEST)

Just me being cheap, I'll look at the local computer store for anything of better quality first.
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post #4 of 57
4/11/10 at 10:55am
I use a case I got free when I bought my portable 1.5TB drive, its perfect for my slightly oversize rig has 4 pockets on the outside too as well as a large and small section inside. so I can bring a couple of IEM cables and some universal IEMs with me if I wish. will post pics tomorrow as I updated my rig a bit and need to post in the gallery too
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post #5 of 57
4/11/10 at 12:16pm
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Originally Posted by grokit View Post
I finally found a decent case to transport my rig safely, and thought that a thread regarding that "perfect portable rig case" might be in order. Since DAPs, amps and IEMs are such a unique and personal choice, there are not very many custom-made cases for us on-the-go audiophile types. I have the two smallest OtterBOX models, but wasn't really "feeling it" until I tried a case I had purchased for my portable HDD, the "Case Logic PHDC-1 Small EVA External Hard Drive Case (Red)".

This works quite well for me, although about an inch narrower would be perfect. I am thinking about browsing the camera case section at the local "Mega Lo Mart" sometime, although it's not a huge priority as I have found this to be an almost ideal solution. It does not offer the impact and waterproof qualities of a Pelican/OtterBOX, but the case is quite protective for everyday transport needs, and the strap secures it from moving around inside, while the pocket inside works well for my universal IEMs.

Here are a couple of pics below of my solution for now, and I am hoping to see what others here at Head-fi have done in regards to safe transport for their portable rigs:




(sorry about the moiré pattern)

PERFECT!

I am in the market to buy a PMP, earphones, and amp -- your solution is absolutely perfect! I already found it online and bookmarked it for purchase.
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post #6 of 57
4/11/10 at 3:09pm
I've been looking for weeks to find a case w/ a belt clip so it can hold my 2009 iPod Classic>LOD>Arrow. I'd like to wear on my belt while in use, and I'd like for it to have a compartment like the one grokit posted for holding IEMs. Anyone found a suitable camera case for this type of application?
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post #7 of 57
4/11/10 at 9:49pm
I have the original Zune case....but i usually use a Tamrac camera bag , and i use cellphone holsters on my belt.
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post #8 of 57
4/11/10 at 10:20pm
just recieved this friday for use with my 160gb ipod classic and Arrow amp. fits perfect

Amazon.com: Samba Travel Case for JBuds J2 Earbuds (Black): Electronics
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post #9 of 57
4/12/10 at 1:51am
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Does anyone have experience with Headroom's GigaBag Bag w/ Shoulder Strap?
It seems like one of the few out there that's actually made for this purpose, but like the Samba, you have to disconnect your iPod's LOD to use it.
Reviews seem mixed, and it would seem to work best with a Bithead-sized portble amp.

GigaBag Bag w/ Shoulder Strap | HeadRoom Audio
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post #10 of 57
4/12/10 at 2:04am
i suggest the carbon fibre otterbox that jhaudio sells. Very nice
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post #11 of 57
4/12/10 at 4:08am
How much length would LOD's add to your iPod?
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post #12 of 57
4/12/10 at 4:15am
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Originally Posted by MightyFine Shindig View Post
How much length would LOD's add to your iPod?
See post #1 for one example. Many are bigger, a few are smaller.
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post #13 of 57
4/12/10 at 4:25am
Yeah, I was hoping to get an average figure. But understandably, with the varying sizes, there is no definitive answer.
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post #14 of 57
4/12/10 at 12:48pm
There is always the HippoCase by Uncle Wilson at about $60.
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post #15 of 57
4/12/10 at 3:09pm
There are two different issues here. If you are just using the case for storage, many of the suggestions above work, however if you want a bag to use while listening, there choices are much fewer especially with the LOD in place. The Hippo case works, and that is why I like my NiteIze case. This otterbox is good for storage but obviously not for listening..
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