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Date: Fri, 17 Dec 1999 17:25:25 -0700
From: Craig Ruff <crruff@uswest.net>
Subject: Re: Making a case!
Reply-To: contrabass@contrabass.comOn Thu, Dec 16, 1999 at 10:00:27PM -0500, CoolStu67@aol.com wrote:
> I'm planning on making a case for my curved contrabass clarinet, ...I made a case for my straight contrabass that comes apart in half.
I had a local company that specializes in building cases construct
the plywood/aluminum channel case with all of the hinges, latches and handle.Then I used the high density (blue) foam, used as insulation for building
construction, for most of the fill and compartments, with a little bit of
some low density grey foam lining the blue foam and there (especially
above the keywork). I then fabricated a lining from blue velour cloth,
which was the hardest part of the task. Some 3M spray contact adhesive
worked very well for holding the foam to the case and other foams.I am very pleased with the results. I have a case that should survive
jolts while securely protecting the instrument.You might also consider using the blow in foam, but that could be very messy.
You'd have to construct moulds for the cavities to hold the parts.
---------------------------------------------------------Date: Fri, 17 Dec 1999 17:13:33 -0800
From: David Flager <tubadave@jps.net>
Subject: cases
Reply-To: contrabass@contrabass.comLet me first start out by saying that "your questions tell ME that you
shouldn't be doing this un-assisted"That said, I also know how well a fool takes another fools advice.
You will need the "spray foam" shippers use (solid packing for monitors
& such) & a nice fabric material that will NOT mildew (synthetic velvet
is used often).You will need Some very light 3/4" pine for the four short sides, & some
1/4" very light, Luan or birch paneling for the two larger surfaces. If
you are feeling adventurous you might try that plastic &/or foam
corigated (like cardboard) material you can find in the art supply
shops.This IS Quite Strong when assembled properly & you have a choice of
painting the outer or applying textile material or leather etc... to the
out side.center of balance is in reference to where the handle is going to end up
Think twice (thrice or more) cut once. Have the entire process thought
out & memorized before you begin & it will cost very little to make a
superior case using these materials.
From: CoolStu67@aol.com
Date: Thu, 16 Dec 1999 22:00:27 EST
Subject: Making a case!
Reply-To: contrabass@contrabass.com
I'm planning on making a case for my curved contrabass clarinet, that
will
fit it when is broken down in half (5 section case). I've figured the
dimension should be loosely 30"x24"x8", with 3 hinges, 5 latches, and a
handle. What do y'all recommend for the inside padding? I was
considering
getting a block of Styrofoam and carving it out, what do y'all think?
Also,
when Alteri asks designs of custom cases, they ask for center of
gravity. Do
I need to consider this, and why? One more thing--- material. Solid wood
would be the easiest to work with (if I get it cut somewhere), but it
would
be a heavy case! I know cases are usually plastic with foam padding, but
as I
don't have a whole workshop in my house, I'd like suggestions. Thank you
all
in advance!
---------------------------------------------------------From: CoolStu67@aol.com
Date: Sat, 18 Dec 1999 01:32:41 EST
Subject: Re: cases
Reply-To: contrabass@contrabass.comWell, I wouldn't call myself a fool, but I would admit to wanting to learn by
making mistakes than fully research and do what's already been done! <grin>
Also, shortly after posting the original message, I rethought the the plan.
Styrofoam would break off in no time, and would cradle the instrument too
hard (like a car without shocks). The plushy foam would be much better.
Thanks for everybody's input!Stuart
<<
Let me first start out by saying that "your questions tell ME that you
shouldn't be doing this un-assisted"
That said, I also know how well a fool takes another fools advice.
>>
---------------------------------------------------------Date: Sat, 18 Dec 1999 10:53:46 -0500
From: jim and joyce <lande@erols.com>
Subject: case construction
Reply-To: contrabass@contrabass.com
>>>Styrofoam and carving it>Bad choice. Use either high density latex foam or preferebly high
>density urethane foam.Why? unless high density latex/urethane is fairly rigid, I would think
you would run the risk of having the instrument flex if the case was
bounced. Styrofoam is available in 3/4" boards and is very easy to
work with. I made a double clarinet case using a toolbox and foam &
velvet and it works great. I know that styrofoam is used in some cheap
clarinet cases. I also know that it can shrink a little with age, so
maybe there is a good reason not to use it.As to cases, the advice was very good. However, it would note that
plywood cases tend to have dovetailed joints. Frankly, I think your
best bet is to find a premade case with close enough dimensions. Check
places that sell power tools, electronics supplies, rock & roll amps,
etc.jim lande
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From: LeliaLoban@aol.com
Date: Sat, 18 Dec 1999 17:38:28 EST
Subject: Re: Making a case!
Reply-To: contrabass@contrabass.comCoolStu67@aol.com writes:
>I'm planning on making a case for my curved contrabass clarinet, that will
fit it when is broken down in half (5 section case). I've figured the
dimension should be loosely 30"x24"x8", with 3 hinges, 5 latches, and a
handle. >Michael Grogg wrote,
>>Another source that may already have a case the size you need is your
photography shop that caters to professionals. You might be able to find a
used case that could be adapted to your needs. >>Check sporting goods stores, too. Gun cases are very sturdy. Most of them
come with foam padding that you might be able to modify for the clarinet.
You could play a reverse on the old scene where the mobster totes his machine
gun in a violin case.Lelia
(Used her scratchiest old vinyl rock records for skeet shooting in 1973,
shortly before *packing* and moving. Husband and wife took turns sailing the
33-1/3s like Frisbees. "Pull!" Ka-blam! Record collectors on this list
don't even want to know what was in that stack...digest
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