> dieter, while you're looking at the design of the suitcases - the
> extra module space is a nice idea, btw - what do you think about
> putting the mains socket on the side i've got it on the front, but
> having it on the side (with a 90 degree plug to keep the width down)
> would still allow me to use the rack on its back - or propped up by a
> few fx pedals - without sacrificing 8hp for a module to which i need
> no access while playing (although it wouldn't surprise me to find out
> there are freaks out there that turn the power on and off for that
> extra-special-waveshaping :) ).
>
> stu

The main problem is the multitude of versions and stock availablity. Now we
have already 8 different suitcases in stock (version 1/2, black/grey,
230V/115V). Most customers prefer the mains inlet at the rear side though I
understand that there are situations where this version is not the best
solution. Each additional version (mains inlet left, right, top, bottom)
would multiply the required stock. We are able to offer such suitcases with
mains inlets at other positions as custom-made products. The delivery time
will be a bit higher as they have to manufactured extry by our case
manufacturer. And they will be a bit more expensive as the standard mains
wire harness cannot be used but has to be confected manually. We
manufactured already a couple of such special cases for customers (even with
other width/height, e.g. 9U/84HP, 6U/168HP).

Best wishes
Dieter Doepfer

P.S. The first picture of the planned low cost A-100 suitcase is online

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