Helix storage/carriage - bag/hardcase ?

siraxeman

I got a stagg hardcase that my GT-100 lives in and am hoping the Helix will fit in the same case (when it arrives) then jobs a good un. I've looked at the dimensions on the Line 6 website and my case should do it...just about exact on the height whilst the other dimensions fit comfortably. Just not sure if the knobs on the top of the chassis add to its 3.5 " height...if not then I should be good. If not is there a soft padded case like they used to do for the old Pod XT Live? or a hardcase that doesn't cost a fortune that's a nice fit ?

digitalscream

I was a bit offended by the £100+ ones, and after a bit of forum searching (not this one), I found the Gator 2411 for £not much:

https://www.thomann.de/gb/gator_g_multifx_2411.htm

It's not particularly well-padded, though - I think I'm going to get some thin ply and shove it in the lining.

siraxeman

cheers dude that's something like (probs the same but an older incarnation) of a bag I used to have for my GT-10...that'd do if my current hardcase doesn't fit.

TimmyO

That ^ Gator one gets recommended, as does the Novation 25key keyboard rucksack (which I got - it's pretty good - similarly I considered adding some extra padding in the base mostly)

There's a hardcase on Thomann that fits (think they even list it as such) or obv there's any of the custom flightcase builders. 

The official Line6 bag looks nice but #fuckinghowmuch? 

John_A

I have one of these, great fit and wheels too.  Someone was selling them off half price on eBay a while ago

http://www.richtonemusic.co.uk/products/gator_g-mix-12x24_transporter.asp?gclid=Cj0KCQjwiqTNBRDVARIsAGsd9Mq6qx9G5JOiBN4zFsJYTO5YbGenxsbCf9788MCYQku9xL_CX3iM1BwaAspcEALw_wcB

siraxeman

theses seem to fit...not going to be 'tour grade' quality but if its like the one my GT-100 lives in (a stagg version) then its adequate...as good as the Gator bag at the very least.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Kinsman-Ultima-ABS-Pedal-Board-Case-/142399280958?epid=809534398&hash=item2127a8973e:g:qdwAAOSwE2tZdwui

siraxeman

^^Just got a 2nd hand one of those off eBay £16+5 postage. All i need now is my helix to arrive then I'll have a  case for it to live in. 

siraxeman

just got one of these for my Helix nice snug fit as if it was made for it. 20mm padding, so a lot betterer than the Gator 24-11 gig bag. Nice bag that's light and inexpensive, not as protective as a hardcase but decent enough if your sensible and don't go throwing it about (as if you would anyway ) anyway a heads up if anyone is looking for a nice storage/carry case for dem Helixi thingies.........

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/25-Key-Controller-Keyboard-Bag-by-Gear4music/302320715914?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649

sgosden

siraxeman said:

just got one of these for my Helix nice snug fit as if it was made for it. 20mm padding, so a lot betterer than the Gator 24-11 gig bag. Nice bag that's light and inexpensive, not as protective as a hardcase but decent enough if your sensible and don't go throwing it about (as if you would anyway ) anyway a heads up if anyone is looking for a nice storage/carry case for dem Helixi thingies.........

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/25-Key-Controller-Keyboard-Bag-by-Gear4music/302320715914?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649

I picked up one of these last week, plenty of space for controller and an expression pedal, and a shite tonne of cables and what not. Not tested the durability yet, but I'm sure a few load ins with the drummer and I'll get an answer!

siraxeman

Yeah the pocket on the top will carry those extra bits...the snug fit I was referring to was the main compartment where the helix would go..pretty much the perfect fit. Last week when I took mine to rehearsal for its 1st ever outing I borrowed my pedaltrain 2 bag....but that has zero padding/protection....this new bag is much much better than that.