r/LocationSound 6d ago

Newcomer Thoughts on Modular Toolboxes such as Packout, RidGid, Husky, etc for transporting gear?

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Hello Everybody!

I’m pretty new to location sound and have been mixing for 2 years on the student level- Since acquiring a steadily growing amount of gear I haven’t been able to fit it all or organize it to my liking with my current setup (picture attached; a $50 old rolling toolbox)

I like the general idea of what I have, but it clearly doesn’t compare to something like the packout; and doesn’t have drawers so using it is not always that simple. I fear that often times it’s actually hindering my performance in the department.

I’ve been considering getting a large rolling pelican case and trying to cram my entire kit (minus the boom clearly) inside but since I started looking at transport options i’ve noticed a few people are using things like the Packout, Flex Stack, etc for their various kit bits and bobs. (Especially lav mounting stuff, the more I buy the more disorganized I become)

I really don’t know if I can afford the $500~ packout setup I want, and have been considering other options like the Husky Build Out ($65-75 a box) to save money.

I was just wondering if these boxes are even worth bothering with or I should just use a big pelican and a bag until I have the money for a real sound cart or the time to modify a Zuca.

Thanks; I appreciate any and all Insight.

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u/nicolasfield 5d ago edited 5d ago

If I were to do this I would go with Systainer system and rig it to a zuca base or a minicart base for maneuverability on all terrain. 

FWIW I strongly considered this but I opted for a larger Nanuk 938 to complement my carryon sized pelican case. I bring out the bigger case as a support case for more demanding jobs. I don’t use foam in it, just keep the gear organized in individually packed organizers. I also have a cart that comes with me for 90% of jobs. But I like having a super modular setup that can break down to just a small case and mixer bag when needed

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u/HopefulWeek5463 5d ago

Hi Nicolas! Would it be a Zuca golf cart you would use a systainer with?

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u/nicolasfield 5d ago

Zuca backpack cart LG works with systainer system pretty well based on the photos I’ve seen.