Orca Bags Posted June 16, 2014 Report Posted June 16, 2014 We are adding a case for the Zaxcom ERX's to our line up. We are expecting to be shipping these in the beginning of August and we expect the retail price to be less than $15 US. We are also looking for feed back on the design of the case since we are still making minor changes to it. Here are photos of the prototype. Quote
Nate C Posted June 16, 2014 Report Posted June 16, 2014 They look really good. Is the cup removable? Quote
joinwooHK Posted June 16, 2014 Report Posted June 16, 2014 some ppl don;t want to clip on their pants , would it also make a ring to have a climbing buckle hang with the case? Quote
fieldmixer Posted June 16, 2014 Report Posted June 16, 2014 When I shop for a case, I look for one that will take the impact for the vulnerable surfaces of the unit it is protecting. this appears to leave the switch and knob vulnerable. Thick flap over top? Also, I mount my erx's on camera. Flat surface for Velcro or double sided tape is handy. Quote
John Blankenship Posted June 16, 2014 Report Posted June 16, 2014 You're on the right track, but I agree with others. If there is a way to protect the protruding plug, switch, and volume knob it would be much better. The clip needs to hold securely on anything from a thin piece of cloth to a thick belt. Quote
Solid Goldberger Posted June 16, 2014 Report Posted June 16, 2014 While I think protecting the knob/switch on top, the bigger issue for me would be wanting to be able to mount the ERX with velcro while still in the case. Your prototype above seems more like a purpose-built version of the Body Glove case, but I'd probably prefer a more rigid case with more mounting points, rather then the leather-style. Still, glad to see some new solutions coming down the pipe. e. Quote
studiomprd Posted June 16, 2014 Report Posted June 16, 2014 Note to Orca: this is a really tough room. Quote
chriskellett Posted June 16, 2014 Report Posted June 16, 2014 Note to Orca: this is a really tough room. Hardly, he is getting exactly what he asked for in his post, valuable user based feedback on a prototype design. "We are also looking for feed back on the design of the case since we are still making minor changes to it. Here are photos of the prototype." Quote
Wandering Ear Posted June 16, 2014 Report Posted June 16, 2014 They look great. I also would like to see more protection for the power switch and volume knob. I use the power switch once or twice a day, so opening a flap to access it is no big deal. Quote
Jason A Posted June 16, 2014 Report Posted June 16, 2014 In addition to agreeing with the comments above- I personally prefer a more durable synthetic type material for these cases. Unless the leather is of a nice solid quality, which I'm guessing is hard to get at this price point, maybe using similar material to what is used on the bags would work better. Also, somewhat related to the above comments: Since these units are often mounted on camera, being able to incorporate a shoe mount would be a great feature. Could maybe go on the back of the clip, or I've seen some cases where the clip is removable. It would be even better if you could exchange a shoe mount, or flat surface for the clip when needed. Easier said than done I'm sure but since you asked:) Quote
studiomprd Posted June 16, 2014 Report Posted June 16, 2014 CK: " Hardly..., " It is still a tough room here... Quote
Ze Frias Posted June 16, 2014 Report Posted June 16, 2014 These look awesome. Really excited to see this coming to life. I echo the suggestions of my peers here regarding protection of the switch and knob. Quote
Will Youngman Posted June 16, 2014 Report Posted June 16, 2014 Maybe pit a plate with a 1/4-20 thread on the back and make the belt clip have the male end of the screw. That way we can mount to a cheese plate by removing the belt clip. Quote
Jason A Posted June 17, 2014 Report Posted June 17, 2014 great idea! Maybe pit a plate with a 1/4-20 thread on the back and make the belt clip have the male end of the screw. That way we can mount to a cheese plate by removing the belt clip. Quote
Wandering Ear Posted June 17, 2014 Report Posted June 17, 2014 I also prefer the type of clip that Jim posted, in my experience they work much better, and are easier to put on. For camera, I keep separate cases with velcro. I don't mind switching cases, it also reminds me that if it's in the camera case, it's programed with TC output, so I don't accidentally hand it to someone and blast TC into their ear. Quote
RScottATL Posted June 24, 2014 Report Posted June 24, 2014 Looks great! As long as you're filling in for accessories Zaxcom should have made in the first place, the TRXLA transmitters have a very poor clip and many folks would love a decent clip or case for these transmitters. Plus, the Senator especially loves unsolicited requests to manufacturers for products that don't exist, so I am mostly asking on his behalf. Quote
studiomprd Posted June 24, 2014 Report Posted June 24, 2014 RS: " accessories Zaxcom should have made in the first place, " Zaxcom, like most of the other manufacturers is doing fine without making accessories like these; and the ones that offer these sorts of accessories are not making them, they are outsourcing them.... Quote
Jack Norflus Posted June 24, 2014 Report Posted June 24, 2014 A jw sound member Kelsey already makes a really good aftermarket belt clip that fits the trx, erx and zfr Quote
Wandering Ear Posted June 25, 2014 Report Posted June 25, 2014 Thanks Jack. RScott, I am making a belt clip for the zaxcom transmitters. They fit the erx too. Pm me for details if you are interested. Quote
fieldmixer Posted June 25, 2014 Report Posted June 25, 2014 Cool. You got the market cornered WE. Have you thought of putting up a web one-pager? Quote
Wandering Ear Posted June 25, 2014 Report Posted June 25, 2014 Cool. You got the market cornered WE. Have you thought of putting up a web one-pager? I have a web page, and the clips will be featured on there soon. At the moment I am working on a couple changes to the design, and have hit some production delays. That coupled with having a busy summer mixing (thankfully), things are taking me a bit of time. Quote
RScottATL Posted June 25, 2014 Report Posted June 25, 2014 Thanks, Kelsey! I'll definitely be ordering a few then. I love the thin size of the Zaxcom packs for using a waist strap, but trying to clip it to a thicker bra or undergarment with one hand would be a chore. Quote
johnpaul215 Posted June 25, 2014 Report Posted June 25, 2014 It seems like all the case options for non-smartphone cell phones have dried up. Some of them are perfect for transmitters like the TRXLA2. Quote
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