Thanks for the reality check on why one might choose to build a case or not. I have s tiny bit of electronics, but next to no woodworking experience, so your commentary suggests that i start with modules rather than the case...
Great video and nice looking case! I’m looking at building a case soonish and this was great inspiration. I’d definitely be interested in a more detailed video if you make one!
Thanks Tim! Right now I‘m planning to modify a DJ case (the kind with a space for a dual deck controller and a sliding laptop shelf) into a 7U performance case with my Deluge and Microfreak living on the laptop tray. I will definitely be making a video about that in the coming months. I’ll think about drawing plans for a more refined skiff while I’m at it. I have an extra set of 104hp rails already.
It's called Hartschaumplatte Protex. Uhh... I have no idea what an equivalent is in English. It's essentially a foam rubber core with thin plastic sheets on either side. It's got a really nice matte finish but It's not super durable. I'd use aluminum (or similar) if I were to do it again, but I'd have to find somewhere to get it custom cut.
@@DomesticSceneMusic Thanks. I've been looking into designing a metal case to use with wooden sides using something like ProtoCase, but their design tools confound me and I suspect it's not cheap either.
@Jason Barile Are there any small fabrication shops around you? I've had a handful of random things made at small shops like that. They are like "you want a _what_ ? Eh... ok 25 bucks."
@@jasonbarile2014 I was thinking of the possibility of ordering a laser cut flat sheet with perforations cut along the "fold" (thinking of the Teenage Engineering DIY kits)
So between the power bus, rails and actual case materials this cost around €175 - actual working time to build the case was a couple of hours. But time and price are not accounting for the time lost while figuring out how I wanted to tackle the case. Also doesn’t account for the tools I needed to buy. It held me up from even starting the modules for months, because I wasn’t sure how I would deal with my limited space and lack of tools in order to take on the build. I’m glad I made a custom case, but in the end something like a happy ending kit or a Rackbrute would have gotten me up and running a lot faster and with less stress. Then I could have taken my time with less pressure figuring out what I wanted from a custom solution.
@@DomesticSceneMusic thanks for the detailed response. I've got a small eurorack setup right now and I'm dreaming about expanding it. Considering the DIY options is fun, but I'll probably focus on modules to begin with.
@@GeorgeLocke Aaha... yeah if you already have a small case and power then 100% start exploring modules while you plot and plan the big case expansion. That'll get you a lot further a lot faster.
Since I have the know how to build stuff, and I see the price of Eurorack cases, I'm just going to build my own. It'd definitely be worth if I can just save myself a couple hundred lol
Yeah, if you have the equipment and skills then do it. When I mentioned affordable case options I’m thinking of some simple skiffs or, at most, a Rack Brute. But it won’t scale and still remain affordable. For someone just starting out I think the lowest hassle path to making some satisfying noises is preferable. It can be overwhelming to think “Ok... I need to build a case, a power supply, an output module, etc., and THEN I can start putting some stuff in it.” This is particularly true if you live in an apartment and don’t have a good place to do some woodworking or metal fabrication. Good luck with your case!!
nice job
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Thanks for the reality check on why one might choose to build a case or not. I have s tiny bit of electronics, but next to no woodworking experience, so your commentary suggests that i start with modules rather than the case...
Awesome job, thx for sharing!!
Thanks a lot, it was very helpful !
Glad to hear it!
Great video and nice looking case! I’m looking at building a case soonish and this was great inspiration. I’d definitely be interested in a more detailed video if you make one!
Thanks Tim! Right now I‘m planning to modify a DJ case (the kind with a space for a dual deck controller and a sliding laptop shelf) into a 7U performance case with my Deluge and Microfreak living on the laptop tray. I will definitely be making a video about that in the coming months.
I’ll think about drawing plans for a more refined skiff while I’m at it. I have an extra set of 104hp rails already.
@@DomesticSceneMusic cool! That sounds like a super cool project, I'll be looking forward to it!
Looks great! What material did you use for the bottom and sides?
It's called Hartschaumplatte Protex. Uhh... I have no idea what an equivalent is in English. It's essentially a foam rubber core with thin plastic sheets on either side. It's got a really nice matte finish but It's not super durable. I'd use aluminum (or similar) if I were to do it again, but I'd have to find somewhere to get it custom cut.
@@DomesticSceneMusic Thanks. I've been looking into designing a metal case to use with wooden sides using something like ProtoCase, but their design tools confound me and I suspect it's not cheap either.
@Jason Barile Are there any small fabrication shops around you? I've had a handful of random things made at small shops like that. They are like "you want a _what_ ? Eh... ok 25 bucks."
@@jasonbarile2014 I was thinking of the possibility of ordering a laser cut flat sheet with perforations cut along the "fold" (thinking of the Teenage Engineering DIY kits)
@@DomesticSceneMusic I'm sure there must be as I live in an area where there's a lot of boat and plane building. The trick is finding them :)
How long did it take and how much were the materials?
So between the power bus, rails and actual case materials this cost around €175 - actual working time to build the case was a couple of hours. But time and price are not accounting for the time lost while figuring out how I wanted to tackle the case. Also doesn’t account for the tools I needed to buy. It held me up from even starting the modules for months, because I wasn’t sure how I would deal with my limited space and lack of tools in order to take on the build.
I’m glad I made a custom case, but in the end something like a happy ending kit or a Rackbrute would have gotten me up and running a lot faster and with less stress. Then I could have taken my time with less pressure figuring out what I wanted from a custom solution.
If you like the look of this case, check out Frap Tools Modular Case. This is another interesting option that can expand as you add to your system.
@@DomesticSceneMusic thanks for the detailed response. I've got a small eurorack setup right now and I'm dreaming about expanding it. Considering the DIY options is fun, but I'll probably focus on modules to begin with.
@@GeorgeLocke Aaha... yeah if you already have a small case and power then 100% start exploring modules while you plot and plan the big case expansion. That'll get you a lot further a lot faster.
Since I have the know how to build stuff, and I see the price of Eurorack cases, I'm just going to build my own. It'd definitely be worth if I can just save myself a couple hundred lol
Yeah, if you have the equipment and skills then do it. When I mentioned affordable case options I’m thinking of some simple skiffs or, at most, a Rack Brute. But it won’t scale and still remain affordable.
For someone just starting out I think the lowest hassle path to making some satisfying noises is preferable. It can be overwhelming to think “Ok... I need to build a case, a power supply, an output module, etc., and THEN I can start putting some stuff in it.” This is particularly true if you live in an apartment and don’t have a good place to do some woodworking or metal fabrication.
Good luck with your case!!