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Topic: Amp Carrying Bag? |
Peter Krebs
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Portland, Oregon, USA
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Posted 7 Jun 2021 5:49 pm |
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| Hi, I recently picked up a ‘37 Gibson EH-150 amplifier to pair with my ‘38 Console Grande. I’m looking for a way to transport/protect the amp so I can gig it without having to use the original handle on the amp (which is on the verge of falling apart). A regular padded Tuki case still requires me to use the handle and a road case is too heavy/bulky for my needs, since I don’t tour anymore. I had thought about a heavy canvas tote, but am unsure if it would be big/strong enough or where I could get one. The amp weighs about 30lbs. Any suggestions/ideas? Thanks, as always. Pete |
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David Venzke
From:
SE Michigan, USA
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Posted 7 Jun 2021 5:56 pm
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| Maybe one of these will work: L.L.Bean Totes |
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Peter Krebs
From:
Portland, Oregon, USA
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Posted 7 Jun 2021 6:04 pm
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| That might just work! Thanks! |
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D Schubert
From:
Columbia, MO, USA
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Posted 8 Jun 2021 6:05 am
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Depending on the dimensions of the amp, you might find a padded/zippered speaker bag that would be suitable. For example, this is what I use for my Fishman MiniLoudbox.........
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Brad Richard
From:
Chisago City, Minnesota
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Posted 8 Jun 2021 6:23 am
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| Ditto what D said. I bought an 8" PA speaker case for my Roland Street Cube EX. It's not a perfect fit, but has better padding and is half the price of the ones made for the EX. |
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Jack Hanson
From:
San Luis Valley, USA
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Posted 8 Jun 2021 6:26 am Re: Amp Carrying Bag?
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| Peter Krebs wrote: |
| Any suggestions/ideas? |
Replace the handle. |
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Peter Krebs
From:
Portland, Oregon, USA
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Posted 8 Jun 2021 8:00 am
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| Yeah, I’d thought of that, but I want to keep the amp as original as possible. The chassis isn’t designed very well, in that the top isn’t really strong enough for the weight of the amp - there’s a lot of pressure on the rivers and rounded top corners. I’d like to find a ‘tote’ style bag that’s big/strong enough, but that also fits the vibe of the amp. |
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Bill Cunningham
From:
Atlanta, Ga. USA
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Posted 8 Jun 2021 6:06 pm
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Peter,
I have Studio Slips clamshell covers on my Telonics rig. They are not cheap but are a good investment for expensive gear or a vintage pice you are looking to protect. They custom build them to your dimensions and can make one with a handle think.
I first became aware of them because they are friends of b0b’s and he recommended them here on the forum.
[url] https://studioslips.com/[/url]
I can send you a couple of pictures of mine if you want to see what i am talking about.
Good luck!
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Bill Cunningham
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Greg Lambert
From:
Illinois, USA
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Peter Krebs
From:
Portland, Oregon, USA
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Posted 8 Jun 2021 6:26 pm
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| Hey Bill, thanks for chiming in. Their products look like what I’m after. Just sent them an email, and we’ll see. Appreciate the help! Pete |
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Donny Hinson
From:
Glen Burnie, Md. U.S.A.
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Posted 8 Jun 2021 8:05 pm
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Pete Burak
From:
Portland, OR USA
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Posted 9 Jun 2021 3:25 pm
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I saw this at Michael's craft supply store and thought it might fit a speaker cab I have, or a small amp.
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