dfisk Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 Ok...here's a question. We are seriously considering an ERX case to add to our new bag line. What I'm seeing here is people wanting to spend very little for something that works ok. Now, if we make something, it won't be super cheap like the things linked here, but they will be made for the ERX. Are you guys going to be willing to spend some extra cash on something actually designed for the ERX, or are you willing to use the cheap stuff because it's cheap? OR..are you just using the cheap stuff because that's all that's available to you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDirckze Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 I'm a big K-Tek fan, I'll buy 2... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constantin Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 Three for me, please! I have not found a good case yet, so I'd be very happy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toy Robot Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 Ok...here's a question. We are seriously considering an ERX case to add to our new bag line. What I'm seeing here is people wanting to spend very little for something that works ok. Now, if we make something, it won't be super cheap like the things linked here, but they will be made for the ERX. Are you guys going to be willing to spend some extra cash on something actually designed for the ERX, or are you willing to use the cheap stuff because it's cheap? OR..are you just using the cheap stuff because that's all that's available to you? I personally would have no problem at all paying a higher price for something made for ERXs. I just haven't found anything yet that works very well. For my purposes it would be for handing out ERXs in place of Comteks. The goal for me would be protection from drops and being left lying around as careless folks often do, but with a belt clip option and not overly bulky. I'd happily pay $25-35 a case for something like that. No idea if you can have a case made that affordably and still maintain a profit margin, but if it was really well done I would even go higher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Blankenship Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 Not a simple answer to this one. In my case (whoops, pun), I'm using ERXs as camera hops and have found some cases for $4 that I've easily modified to work great for that. However...! If I were using ERXs in place of Comteks, my money would go to whatever served to protect the units from the incessant dropping and mishandling they would encounter under those circumstances. It would then be nice if those cases would facilitate mounting on cameras, but that wouldn't be the most important thing. IMO, the key to a successful ERX case is protecting the unit while still allowing it full usefulness. If it did that well, it would be worth some bucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toy Robot Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 ... IMO, the key to a successful ERX case is protecting the unit while still allowing it full usefulness. If it did that well, it would be worth some bucks. Agreed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Todd Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 I'm with Alex. I'd buy several if they were in the $25-$35 range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate C Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 Couldn't imagine not using the leather cases on my R1a's. I payed around $750 for an ERX here in Australia, so I would happily pay a premium price to protect that unit from the uncaring ones. Wait... what sort of premium price are we talking about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aff Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 +1 on the ERX cases! 3 for me please! I have just sent one ERX2 back to get the case replaced after a scriptie dropped it and it landed on the battery compartment corner. Gaff tape works for a while ...but really it is crazy that they are not offered with a case considering the cost of the box and the attention other companies pay to real world usage. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneLouder Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 If the case had a removable belt clip that would be great. plus a way to mount it to cameras easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnpaul215 Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 So many options. The seemingly discontinued bodyglove cases had a window for people that need to see Timecode. Not something everyone needs, but some people do and it's worth sacrificing some padding. On cameras, I use the KTek cold shoe plate. I found a bunch of shoe (female?) to 1/4" 24 mounts and often cameras have something that works with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ze Frias Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 I'd be a buyer for well designed ERX cases. More often than not, I give these to the boom op, utility, director, script sup, or anyone who I deem important to get best sound monitoring possible; or I use them to send scratch track / timecode to camera. So I would definitely like the best protection possible, while trying to maintain it at a relatively affordable price ($25 - 35 as Alex mentioned seems about right). As Johnpaul mentioned, being able to see through the screen for timecode and scene/take info would be useful for the script sup. Anyone else who wants to hear gets a comtek. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Wexler Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 "I'd be a buyer for well designed ERX cases" So, look into the Body Glove EZ View cases, then BUY one. Mentioned many times on this site (I know, Search is wonky, so what): Body Glove EZ View Universal Smartphone Case. I have several of these and they are just about perfect for the ERX. Available many places (amazon.com, etc.) varying prices from around $16.00 to $20.00. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnpaul215 Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 Jeff - I think they have been discontinued. I haven't been able to find more of these. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ze Frias Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 "I'd be a buyer for well designed ERX cases" So, look into the Body Glove EZ View cases, then BUY one. Mentioned many times on this site (I know, Search is wonky, so what): Body Glove EZ View Universal Smartphone Case. I have several of these and they are just about perfect for the ERX. Available many places (amazon.com, etc.) varying prices from around $16.00 to $20.00. Body Glove EZ View.jpg Hi Jeff, Thank you for sharing. I'm aware of these Body Glove cases, and have in fact searched thoroughly through the forum to find some topics regarding this, including this very same thread and the two below: Through some of the suggestions, including yours, I did purchase one of these Body Glove cases last year, but like Johnpaul mentions, I haven't been able to find them anymore, and honestly, I think a better solution can be made (but it is what I currently use for my clients). My comment was towards David Fisk's question regarding K-Tek designing case for ERX, which I'm saying I would be a buyer for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Todd Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 I'm with JohnPaul. They're getting much harder to find. Amazon doesn't have them anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Wexler Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 I think they are still available through amazon (from various sellers, through amazon site). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Visser Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 I've been using these cases from Eddie Bauer. The fit is a bit snug when you first try it, magnetic door might pop open, but once they stretch in a little after a day or two, they fit perfectly and have never had an ERX unit fall out of a case due to the door popping open. Obviously this is just for IFB use, as the TC window is completely covered (I haven't really found anyone who uses the TC feature anyways since I mostly run TOD TC). http://www.amazon.com/Eddie-Bauer-Universal-Wireless-Case/dp/B002BWRK1W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1399393168&sr=8-1&keywords=eddie+bauer+case Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osa Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 Not a simple answer to this one. In my case (whoops, pun), I'm using ERXs as camera hops and have found some cases for $4 that I've easily modified to work great for that. However...! If I were using ERXs in place of Comteks, my money would go to whatever served to protect the units from the incessant dropping and mishandling they would encounter under those circumstances. It would then be nice if those cases would facilitate mounting on cameras, but that wouldn't be the most important thing. IMO, the key to a successful ERX case is protecting the unit while still allowing it full usefulness. If it did that well, it would be worth some bucks. +1! I am about to buy a few erx's and multipurpose cases are a high priority as soon as i purchase to help protect them and serve multiple uses - hopefully on cams if i can sliglty modify, and also producer/scripty, etc. protection plus a window and options for belt clips, cam mount, etc i would def pay good money for Ken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studiomprd Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 Dave's problem is that Body Glove and others make phone cases by the thousands, so the economy of scale keeps them "affordable" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azw Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 I bought a couple of the bodyglove cases at a WalMart in Utah in February.... Try their site? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studiomprd Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 see, even with the folks buying them for ERX's, maybe BodyGlove was not selling enough of that model to make it worthwhile..?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justanross Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 Apparently, Pro Sound carries the Body Glove EZ View Universal Smartphone Case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constantin Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 It seems that Amazon lists the EZ body glove, but only through Google, not through Amazon's own search. Maybe it is wonky... Still, I have not found it anywhere in Europe and buying it in the US is a bit of a hassle. Anyway, what's the problem with K-Tek designing a new and better one, Jeff? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Pendergrass Posted May 6, 2014 Report Share Posted May 6, 2014 I use a belkin ipod classic case. I tried to find it again but there seems to be an updated version on ebay. It's an ok case, I'm not a huge fan of the belt clip but it's very difficult to take it off a belt so it stays very secure. The clip is removable and has a nice little spot for cable strain relief when mounting to cameras. The front flap can also be removed, adds a little extra protection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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