GeertRack is the name. Geert Bevin, also known as uwyn and for his work on Moog Apps, has been 3D printing modular cases. You can also find out more about the following: modular. And yes, there’s a can holder. Here’s a first look.
What “modular” normally means these days, of course, is taking one standard, fixed rack and bolting modules in with screws. Geert’s solution – built around his AJD MiniMod system – turns that notion on its head. No fixed rack. No screws, even. Attach the modules by putting them in their own boxes.
That’s obviously not the best solution for every use case, but it’s a cool idea. It could be useful for situations where you need to swap out modules without having to reach for the screwdriver every time or worry about not having enough horizontal space (HP).
Here’s how it works:
- No screws. Simply slot each module in and snap on the cover.
- Removable back to access connectors
- You’ll need power, of course – here, it’s a 4ms Row Power module and a bus cable with multiple connectors
- Cute – those are cable holders for storing your 3.5mm patch cables
- Can holder to hold your soda, beer or seltzer (compliant both with American and international can diameter standard!)
I’d been following this on Mastodon (as we do now in 2023 – Geert is also on BlueSky). And now there’s a forum post welcome comments. I’m sure the CDM reader audience can suggest some good ideas.
Bonus: First 3D-printed Eurorack case plus can holder [uwyn forum]
…and more details on how the design process went
The release date is still up for debate, but we thought it would be interesting to see what you think.
I’m also curious in general, as I have access to some 3D printers at the moment – who out there has 3D printed Eurorack cases or other accessories? Are there any particularly good finds? Anything missing that you’d like?
A cold one sounds good right about now.