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This will solve your heavy tube amp problems.
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I’ve had one of these for about the last 10 years. Absolute necessity. My amp stays on it during the gig.
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03-09-2020 07:54 AM
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Here's what I use for my Quilter:
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The carts are great, but if I'm taking the train to a gig, then walking 6 icy sidewalk blocks from the EL stop to the door, it's of no help. I'll be taking my Henriksen...or the Lunchbox!
Originally Posted by Boogaloo
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Actually all kidding aside, I use one of these if I am carrying more than a handful. They fold up flat and short for convenient storage and transport. If you don't want to patronize the 'zon, most hardware stores or auto parts places have them. (I bought mine at a Pep Boys.)
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I've used the small Rack N Roller cart for about 15 years. Keep it in the trunk of my car and use it for most gigs. It's not just about weight, it's about collecting your gear in one load. One load, one trip.
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I do one trip to the gig from the car with both hands free. My guitar is in a gig bag on one shoulder and my Henriksen Blu is in a gig bag on the other shoulder. In my gig bag is a tuner, guitar stand, extension cord, guitar cable, strap spare strings, some business cards and some CDs. Originally Posted by archtopeddy
Easy Peasy
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What guitar stand fits in your gig bag? Seriously, I'd be interested in that.
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Same reason. I have no tubes, but like to make one trip. One of these days I'll take a picture. Originally Posted by archtopeddy
Loudbox Mini in a bag.
Gig bag with guitar stand, music stand (cut down to fit), stand lights, foot rest, shakers, and spares of everything.
File box of Big Band music
small gig bag for microphones and chords.
on top of all that 17 inch acoustic archtop, in hard case, neck end stuck through the tall handle secured with a bungie.
I can roll up to the gig / rehearsal with one hand on the cart the other with a cup of coffee. Also handles a few steps with no issues.
https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/R2RT--rock-n-roller-r2rt-micro-multi-cart
Our drummer has the large version. Keyboard has the same as mine.
Best cart I have found so far.
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There are lots of stands that fold up to a small package. I have a Fender don't remember what model. Originally Posted by Woody Sound
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Agree with you Marc when the gig requires a small amount of gear. But for many gigs in addition to the gear you've mentioned, I also need two QSC PA power speakers, a separate powered mixer, mic stands, mics, etc. That's where the rack comes in really handy. Originally Posted by Stringswinger
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Here you go: Originally Posted by Woody Sound
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Yeah that's pretty much the same cart the OP talked about, right? Originally Posted by archtopeddy
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I think so Woody. They only had two carts back in the day: a small one and big one. I think it was an R2 but I can't be certain. Mine has been used so much the labels are all worn away. Originally Posted by Woody Sound
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As both a commercial photographer and a musician who also often supplies the PA - a cart like the OP linked, a two-wheel dolly and a flat dolly are all part of my gear.
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... just curious but why do all the links now say things like "Sorry! Something went wrong!" or "Access to the page has been denied"? The links still work but they have these weird titles. Is it just me?
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I have one of these, and I like it a lot. It looks a little dangerous, but it's really very stable, moreso than the metal rod kind. If the guitar is hit, it usually just slides. I've never had a guitar fall from it. Originally Posted by Woody Sound
Duro - Pro (Black,Red,Blue) – Cooperstand Pro Instruments Stands
As for the cart, I prefer the two-wheeled type. Trying to get that 4 wheeler up some stairs is going to result in disaster, even if there are only a couple or three steps. Same for other obstacles in the floor. It's easier for me with two wheels and the gear bungied into place.
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Ah yes. I just don't trust that kind on a crowded stage or in a dark crowded orch pit. Originally Posted by Stringswinger
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Often that's how links show up when you are linking to a specific product on a commercial vendor's web site. I think. Originally Posted by archtopeddy
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been using these Remin Kart A Bag 800s for years, simply da best!
you can use it as a hand truck to go up and down steps or fold the extra 2 wheels down and it becomes a dolly that's a breeze to push.
supposed to handle 300 lbs, I haven't pushed the limits, however I can put my Twin Reverb on it then a milk crate on top [that I use as an amp riser] and then my gear bag in the crate. guitar goes in the other hand so I only make one trip from the car.
bonus is if they malfunction the factory repairs them for a small fee.
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I've used a rolling file cart, like the one in the link, for years. Mine is an Office Depot model that cost about $25. It's plastic and feels pretty cheap, but, in fact, I've been using it regularly for years, and I haven't been gentle on it.
My checklist for a big band or octet gig includes the usual stuff in my gig bag (strings, picks, strap, earplugs, ibuprofen, emery board, some other odds and ends). I have a canvas briefcase (laptop bag back when laptops were a lot bigger) which contains 3 cables, ME80 with power supply, extension cord, power cable for the Little Jazz, stand light with power supply. Separately, I have guitar stand, music stand with extra easel, and the Little Jazz (for most gigs).
The guitar is in an M80 bag on my back. The rest fits in the rolling file box. One trip. Once at the gig, I put my coat and empty bags in the cart, lay the cart on it's side and use it as a sideboard for my drink.
Negative: The cart has 2 wheels, not 4, so some of the weight is on your arm when you roll it. That can get tiring if you have far to walk. Usually, I can avoid that, but not always. Also, mine is bright red, which doesn't look good on a bandstand. I'd suggest buying it in black.Last edited by rpjazzguitar; 03-09-2020 at 11:13 PM.
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a little water and you're good to go
cheers
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Give me a sturdy hand truck, a whole lot of bungee cords, and a bit of pre-planning, and I can off-load and set up entire sound systems solo.*
A guitar or two, a couple amps, and sundry useful objects is a walk in the park.
* Not my favorite thing, granted, but did it nonetheless.
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An honored tradition, man's best friend.
Last edited by cosmic gumbo; 03-12-2020 at 07:14 AM.
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I've had the Rock 'n' Roller cart for about 15 years or more, and it's been wonderful. I've never lived in a "train/subway" town -- always a car -- and this has worked for 100% of the gigs, regardless of building, part of town, etc.
Another, lesser-known option is Krane; they seem pretty cool, too.
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There are a LOT of super lightweight heavy duty collapsible / folding carts for boat / marine use to take equipment from the car / truck to dockside.
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