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Title: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Mark Scrivener on May 13, 2019, 04:51:07 PM
I've got cases and bags for all my gear....except mic and speaker stands. Piles of stands rattle in the vehicle, make packing awkward, and are a pain to schelp in and out of the gig. And despite attempts to keep them separated they tend to get banged up quickly.

On a whim the other day I googled "mic stand bag" and discovered Gator makes a nice padded 6 mic stand bag that keeps all the mics separated, and a speaker stand bag as well. They were reasonably priced so I ordered one of each and was quite pleased. I'm sure most of you figured this out long ago, but for anyone still out there in the dark like I was, solutions do exist :-)
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Bob Faulkner on May 13, 2019, 05:27:46 PM
I've got cases and bags for all my gear....except mic and speaker stands. Piles of stands rattle in the vehicle, make packing awkward, and are a pain to schelp in and out of the gig. And despite attempts to keep them separated they tend to get banged up quickly.

On a whim the other day I googled "mic stand bag" and discovered Gator makes a nice padded 6 mic stand bag that keeps all the mics separated, and a speaker stand bag as well. They were reasonably priced so I ordered one of each and was quite pleased. I'm sure most of you figured this out long ago, but for anyone still out there in the dark like I was, solutions do exist :-)
Welcome to "finding solutions".  Kudos!

More than likely, any issues you come across, others on the forum have experienced it and found a solution for it!

Keep up the good work.
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Jay Marr on May 13, 2019, 07:02:18 PM
I've got cases and bags for all my gear....except mic and speaker stands. Piles of stands rattle in the vehicle, make packing awkward, and are a pain to schelp in and out of the gig. And despite attempts to keep them separated they tend to get banged up quickly.

On a whim the other day I googled "mic stand bag" and discovered Gator makes a nice padded 6 mic stand bag that keeps all the mics separated, and a speaker stand bag as well. They were reasonably priced so I ordered one of each and was quite pleased. I'm sure most of you figured this out long ago, but for anyone still out there in the dark like I was, solutions do exist :-)

Another fun solution for tripod mic stands is a golf bag.  I keep 4 or so in a golf bag in my basement....I pull when needed, like I'm grabbing a 9 iron.
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: frank kayser on May 13, 2019, 07:17:11 PM
I've got cases and bags for all my gear....except mic and speaker stands. Piles of stands rattle in the vehicle, make packing awkward, and are a pain to schelp in and out of the gig. And despite attempts to keep them separated they tend to get banged up quickly.

On a whim the other day I googled "mic stand bag" and discovered Gator makes a nice padded 6 mic stand bag that keeps all the mics separated, and a speaker stand bag as well. They were reasonably priced so I ordered one of each and was quite pleased. I'm sure most of you figured this out long ago, but for anyone still out there in the dark like I was, solutions do exist :-)
I got one of these about six months ago.  My nice, new mic stands come out looking nice and new.
I have one of the compartmented Gator speaker stand bags that came with my used Ultimate TS99BL stands - not padded, but separate compartments.  Also keeps these stands like new.  However, they fit the stands like the glove fit OJ - can get them in, but a lot of face scrunching necessary for the audience.  A strict method to squeeze them in is necessary.  Another 1/2" would have been perfect.


frank
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Tim Hite on May 13, 2019, 07:24:04 PM
K&M has a great selection of bags for their stands. Other stands fit, as well. Good measurements on teh web site.
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Rob Bernstein on May 13, 2019, 09:40:22 PM
I've got cases and bags for all my gear....except mic and speaker stands. Piles of stands rattle in the vehicle, make packing awkward, and are a pain to schelp in and out of the gig. And despite attempts to keep them separated they tend to get banged up quickly.

On a whim the other day I googled "mic stand bag" and discovered Gator makes a nice padded 6 mic stand bag that keeps all the mics separated, and a speaker stand bag as well. They were reasonably priced so I ordered one of each and was quite pleased. I'm sure most of you figured this out long ago, but for anyone still out there in the dark like I was, solutions do exist :-)

I discovered this a year or so ago after having my stands get all scratched in an all-in-one bag. Great bag and I bought one for my sub poles as well.
https://www.amazon.com/Gravity-GBGMS6B-Transport-Microphone-Stands/dp/B0169THTK4 (https://www.amazon.com/Gravity-GBGMS6B-Transport-Microphone-Stands/dp/B0169THTK4)
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Scott Holtzman on May 13, 2019, 09:56:17 PM
K&M has a great selection of bags for their stands. Other stands fit, as well. Good measurements on teh web site.

They get way too heavy and the straps rip (on all of them, not just the K&M's) rolling golf club hard cases or trade show booth cases are the goto for small quantities of mic stands.

For larger gigs a clamshell type case with cut outs for the different mic stands is a much better solution.

Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Corey Scogin on May 13, 2019, 10:12:26 PM
They get way too heavy and the straps rip (on all of them, not just the K&M's) rolling golf club hard cases or trade show booth cases are the goto for small quantities of mic stands.

A few weeks ago, I picked up one of the Gator 6-pocket mic stand bags (https://www.gatorframeworks.com/mic-stand-accessories/microphone-stands/tripod-mic-stand-carry-bag-gfw-micstdbag/) like the OP mentioned. I use it for carry-in gigs where a hard case isn't feasible or when I need 6 or fewer stands. It's quite sturdy. I'm sure it will give up eventually but with 4 K&M 210/9s and 2 heavier On-Stage stands, it didn't feel stressed.
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Justice C. Bigler on May 14, 2019, 02:57:15 AM
A few weeks ago, I picked up one of the Gator 6-pocket mic stand bags (https://www.gatorframeworks.com/mic-stand-accessories/microphone-stands/tripod-mic-stand-carry-bag-gfw-micstdbag/) like the OP mentioned.
Hmm..not bad.


I'm still looking for a solution to carry a few K&Ms along with my two Manfrotto 1004BACs and 099B extension pole for my recording rig. I think that Gator bag would be too small for the Manfrottos.
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Kevin McDonough on May 14, 2019, 05:25:49 AM
Hmm..not bad.


Yeah the same kind of bags are marketed in the uk by Gravity, they work quite well for a handful of stands. As said, the K&M ones tend to fall apart fairly quickly.

(https://getinthemix.2dimg.com/4/1475236281_7134.jpg)

For bigger sets of stands, a full stage set, we tend to get flightcases made with drainpipe inside to separate them and stop them rattling about and chipping each other's paintwork. 

(https://voicesasone.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/mic-stand-case-2.jpg)
(https://cdn.gethypervisual.com/images/shopify/1d64f304-6e0b-4316-98bc-ef290a14a725/w1200_204a_MSC-20.jpg)


k

Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Jamin Lynch on May 14, 2019, 09:48:15 AM
The only thing I don't like about a mic stand bag is I end up carrying in several stands even when I only need 1 or 2. Or I have to open up the bag to get a couple of stands to avoid carrying in the whole thing.

Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Steve Ferreira on May 14, 2019, 09:49:19 AM
I ended up getting a drum bag for my mic stands. Always 2 people onsite so it isn't too bad to handle.

(https://media.sweetwater.com/api/i/q-82__ha-952d2e77be7bf777__hmac-c81f6e00c2e4bc03d9480df0654d46f422f1ce70/images/items/750/AA5048W-large.jpg)
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Steve Litcher on May 14, 2019, 01:16:11 PM
Count me as another K&M bag user who has had to warranty/replace several of the bags through K&M. They just don't hold up.

Ultimate makes bags for their speaker stands that work and fit really well.

Those gravity bags have me curious, though... they look pretty interesting.
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Art Nadelman on May 14, 2019, 02:12:50 PM
It's interesting how the 5 mic/3 stand Gator bag has a lifetime warranty while the Gator 6 stand bag only has a 3 year warranty.  My drummer has now gone through his 3rd set of Gator drum bags, all covered under warranty.
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Helge A Bentsen on May 14, 2019, 04:25:01 PM
I bought a Gravity mic stand bag that fits perfectly for 6 k&m 259 stands. Very pleased with that.
Perfect for bringing along to small gigs where I need some short stands and it fits in my tall stand case for bigger gigs.
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: dave milton on May 15, 2019, 02:02:26 PM
I have two mic stand bags that I really like, that have held up well, and that I can recommend. 

You know those 6-pack deals of OnStage mic stands you can get from sources such as Musician's Friend?  While those stands themselves are nothing special (but they are decently serviceable if you need a few and don't have a budget for higher quality), the bag they come in is just great.  They fit 6 folding stands just great (and you can squeeze in 1 or 2 more in a pinch), are nicely padded, easy to use, and I think pretty good quality.  They have been "just the right thing" for me for both mic stands and speaker tripods and such.  If you could buy just the bags themselves, I would highly recommend doing so.  Or, quite honestly, the price of the 6-pack deal is good enough that you could buy that and consider the 6 mic stands as a decent bonus and use them for those times that you just need a few more than you have in your inventory, but can't justify the expense of buying high quality ones. 

d.
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Steve Garris on May 15, 2019, 02:07:47 PM
I have two mic stand bags that I really like, that have held up well, and that I can recommend. 

You know those 6-pack deals of OnStage mic stands you can get from sources such as Musician's Friend?  While those stands themselves are nothing special (but they are decently serviceable if you need a few and don't have a budget for higher quality), the bag they come in is just great.  They fit 6 folding stands just great (and you can squeeze in 1 or 2 more in a pinch), are nicely padded, easy to use, and I think pretty good quality.  They have been "just the right thing" for me for both mic stands and speaker tripods and such.  If you could buy just the bags themselves, I would highly recommend doing so.  Or, quite honestly, the price of the 6-pack deal is good enough that you could buy that and consider the 6 mic stands as a decent bonus and use them for those times that you just need a few more than you have in your inventory, but can't justify the expense of buying high quality ones. 

d.

Mine has been in use for 5 years now and is still holding up well. I limit the load to (5) lightweight stands. I was certain I'd be replacing it every 2 or 3 years, but mine is still in great shape:
https://bit.ly/2EbJQyu
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: dave milton on May 15, 2019, 02:16:47 PM
Mine has been in use for 5 years now and is still holding up well. I limit the load to (5) lightweight stands. I was certain I'd be replacing it every 2 or 3 years, but mine is still in great shape:
https://bit.ly/2EbJQyu

That link shows where you can buy them for $25.  An absolutely fine deal, and well worth it.

d.
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Tim Hite on May 15, 2019, 07:06:47 PM
I've been using K&M 21315 for a couple years now with no issues. Carries 4x 210/9 and 4x 25900 stands no problem. 21315 is built with much heavier cloth and zippers than the other K&M bags I have.

There's a new roller bag out now, 21427 that I don't have pricing on yet, but looks nice.

Any nylon bag will tear if you pick it up by one handle.

They get way too heavy and the straps rip (on all of them, not just the K&M's) rolling golf club hard cases or trade show booth cases are the goto for small quantities of mic stands.

For larger gigs a clamshell type case with cut outs for the different mic stands is a much better solution.
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Mark Norgren on May 16, 2019, 07:59:11 AM
I bought a SKB Golf Travel Case, has wheels and holds about 10-12 mics stands.  Picked it up for about $25 on CL used!  Works great!

https://www.amazon.com/SKB-Standard-Golf-Travel-Case/dp/B0007VNZDG/ref=sr_1_4?crid=12WMH0LIWHH5O&keywords=skb+golf+travel+case&qid=1558007818&s=gateway&sprefix=skb%2Cmi%2C171&sr=8-4 (https://www.amazon.com/SKB-Standard-Golf-Travel-Case/dp/B0007VNZDG/ref=sr_1_4?crid=12WMH0LIWHH5O&keywords=skb+golf+travel+case&qid=1558007818&s=gateway&sprefix=skb%2Cmi%2C171&sr=8-4)

Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Bob Faulkner on May 16, 2019, 08:20:16 AM
I've been using K&M 21315 for a couple years now with no issues. Carries 4x 210/9 and 4x 25900 stands no problem. 21315 is built with much heavier cloth and zippers than the other K&M bags I have.

There's a new roller bag out now, 21427 that I don't have pricing on yet, but looks nice.

Any nylon bag will tear if you pick it up by one handle.

Does this mean you are placing 8 stands in one bag?

I'm using 3 x Onstage bags; each carrying about 5 to 8 stands (long and short).  These bags are worn and tearing; there's not enough room... I would really like to get the EWI rolling cases for the stands, but I don't need to carry all the stands all the time.  It's been convenient just to pick up 1, or 2, or all 3 bags for whatever size show I'm working. 

If those K&M 21315 bags can easily support 8 stands, I will be upgrading.


Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Kemper Watson on May 16, 2019, 08:21:56 AM
I bought a SKB Golf Travel Case, has wheels and holds about 10-12 mics stands.  Picked it up for about $25 on CL used!  Works great!

https://www.amazon.com/SKB-Standard-Golf-Travel-Case/dp/B0007VNZDG/ref=sr_1_4?crid=12WMH0LIWHH5O&keywords=skb+golf+travel+case&qid=1558007818&s=gateway&sprefix=skb%2Cmi%2C171&sr=8-4 (https://www.amazon.com/SKB-Standard-Golf-Travel-Case/dp/B0007VNZDG/ref=sr_1_4?crid=12WMH0LIWHH5O&keywords=skb+golf+travel+case&qid=1558007818&s=gateway&sprefix=skb%2Cmi%2C171&sr=8-4)

I had one of these early on. It lasted about a year before the weight of the stands began making the points where the handles attach fail. Then the latches were next.
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: John Halliburton on May 16, 2019, 09:47:55 AM
I had one of these early on. It lasted about a year before the weight of the stands began making the points where the handles attach fail. Then the latches were next.

I've had one of the older versions with metal latches for twenty years($5 at a yard sale!), and just avoid using the built in handles much-I just move it with a handtruck or laid on a flat dolly with other gear.  I have replaced the latches once in that time.

They aren't really made to handle the weight of 12-15 K&M mic stands.

Best regards,

John
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Patrick Cognitore on May 16, 2019, 10:45:29 AM
I have 50" version of the On-stage speaker stand bag.

https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/SpeakerStdBg--on-stage-stands-ssb6500-dual-speaker-stand-bag (https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/SpeakerStdBg--on-stage-stands-ssb6500-dual-speaker-stand-bag)

One was gifted to me by a former band member I and it worked so well I bought another. I fit speaker stands, sub poles, mic stands, etc.

The flat form factor really works well for me because I transport my PA in an SUV and these long, flat bags fit on the floorboard behind the front seats, when my rear seats are folded down. They are the only cases I have that fit in that particular space. If they did not fit there, I would not be able to transport my entire PA and bass rig together.

I have two mic stand bags that I really like, that have held up well, and that I can recommend. 

You know those 6-pack deals of OnStage mic stands you can get from sources such as Musician's Friend?  While those stands themselves are nothing special (but they are decently serviceable if you need a few and don't have a budget for higher quality), the bag they come in is just great.  They fit 6 folding stands just great (and you can squeeze in 1 or 2 more in a pinch), are nicely padded, easy to use, and I think pretty good quality.  They have been "just the right thing" for me for both mic stands and speaker tripods and such.  If you could buy just the bags themselves, I would highly recommend doing so.  Or, quite honestly, the price of the 6-pack deal is good enough that you could buy that and consider the 6 mic stands as a decent bonus and use them for those times that you just need a few more than you have in your inventory, but can't justify the expense of buying high quality ones. 

d.
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Tim Hite on May 16, 2019, 01:38:16 PM
4 tall and 4 short or 5 tall and 2 short fit fine as long as I reverse the lay of the stands when I put them in. two shorts will fit in one slot.

I am very careful to always pick up the bag by both hand straps.

Does this mean you are placing 8 stands in one bag?

I'm using 3 x Onstage bags; each carrying about 5 to 8 stands (long and short).  These bags are worn and tearing; there's not enough room... I would really like to get the EWI rolling cases for the stands, but I don't need to carry all the stands all the time.  It's been convenient just to pick up 1, or 2, or all 3 bags for whatever size show I'm working. 

If those K&M 21315 bags can easily support 8 stands, I will be upgrading.
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Bob Faulkner on May 16, 2019, 02:48:46 PM
4 tall and 4 short or 5 tall and 2 short fit fine as long as I reverse the lay of the stands when I put them in. two shorts will fit in one slot.

I am very careful to always pick up the bag by both hand straps.
Sounds good.
Title: Re: Mic stand bag - why didn't I know about this sooner?
Post by: Will Knight on May 16, 2019, 03:48:43 PM
I've been using K&M 21315 for a couple years now with no issues. Carries 4x 210/9 and 4x 25900 stands no problem. 21315 is built with much heavier cloth and zippers than the other K&M bags I have.

There's a new roller bag out now, 21427 that I don't have pricing on yet, but looks nice.

Any nylon bag will tear if you pick it up by one handle.

Same here regarding the 21315.  Picked it up from B&H almost on a whim about 2 years back (was shopping for something totally different at the time).  I looked at K&M stands, bought a few and picked up the bag at the same time.  Its been great - no issues.  Had earlier models of OnStage Mic bags and they didn't last a year.  First thing to go was the zipper, then the ends.  So for 6 stands or less, it's the K&M bag.  Any more and I'll bring my hard shell Golf Caddie case with PVC pipe to keep them separated.  Did look at the EWI offering but for mu\y purposes, it was overkill and probably would be used 2x-3x per year.