Shock Mount Racks - Foam vs Suspended

[dmt]

I've been looking at getting a 12U Shockmount Rack and I am not sure which is better: the Foam type shock absorber or the floating shock mount that is held in place with rubber/springs. Anyone know the differences between the two? I am hoping to find a used one for under $200 to store my Quad and a few other rackmount effects. I might end up getting a rackmount kit for my combo as well if it all works out well, and I want to make sure that it is well protected.

Any advice on which type of shockmount case is best? Any companies that are "budget" priced and still good quality? I know anvil cases are the best, but I have been looking at the Gator and SKB cases.

 

[desertdweller]

I like the gator ones myself, because they're light. The wood/foam ones are 60-80 lbs to start with generally speaking. Shock racks are generally really heavy and really bulky, so make sure you know what you're getting into. A 12 space shock rack can be as big as a bass 4x12 cab.

Of course, who needs shock racks IMO, I bought an 8 space wooden rack with casters that absolutely rules. But that's just me and not everyone's taste.

 

[dmt]

I actually have a 8 space wooded rack that I built with a friend of mine. Its about as heavy as my Boogie combo. It's some 3/4 in Plywood with a nice cherry top on it. I stained it real nice and put a ton of clear finish on it. I mean its a beautiful rack, but its not deep enough to fit my Quad pre and I am super careful with it, I hate getting scratches on it since I put so much time into making it look nice. And its ******* heavy...

Hence the need for a new rack. I want something that will protect my tube gear and not break the bank... 12U is just wishful thinking... There are a few peices of gear I know I'll eventually buy... Eventide, Midi controller, drawer for foot pedals, might rackmount my combo into the rack as well...

 

[desertdweller]

yeah this is the one I bought:

http://www.djdeals.com/odysseyCRP08W.htm?gclid=CJPnydCo_pwCFQEhDQodcikgbQ


$179 for an awesome heavy duty rack that's not too oversized. Perfect IMO. Only 40 lbs too. I can easily lift my full rack to put it in our band's trailer and it's got heavy duty bolted replaceable wheels so no need to carry it around.

 

[dmt]

yeah but thats not shock mount....

 

[hazbin]

Go for the Mesa SUS 4 rack, best on the market IMO. You can find a used 12 space for around $200. It's a really great rack..

 

[lionel69]

sus shock mounts are the best...plus there all made by mesa boogie...air cuculation....Quality ....its the best...

 

[dmt]

yeah where yo find one tho...

 

[little-b]

Ive got 20 sp boogie and its perfect, well ventilated, etc.... I love it. Im actually looking for another shockmount in a ten spc..but I know i need to get over to classifieds for that.