I was seriously considering getting dedicated cases for my PO's, but I think simple, inexpensive survival boxes will do. The pocket operator is most at risk not while I'm using it, but when I'm transporting it.
I've bought and used all of these except for the survival box thing. The MPO XS is definitely the best of the bunch. Not only very protective but helps immensely with the ergonomics of the device. Makes it feel much more premium and usable. Another to consider is the DichStudios case. It's a lot like the PavelX case but has been around longer. BTW, for anyone who is looking for an option, at automotive parts stores, you can usually find very small rubber hose caps. They make excellent knob covers for these PO's and you can get a small package of like 20 for a few bucks.
Hell yeah. That MPO XS case is a thing of beauty. The cost on the second hand market is pretty insane mind you. I'll check out DichStudios! I think when I did this video ages ago they didn't ship to the UK, or were out of stock or something, but jmmmMmmMm
This review is invaluable, thanks for taking the time to make this video! I'd actually love to see another review down the line if you happen to spot some new/unique cases, pocket operator cases is like sneakers in the US for me haha
@@StephenMcLeod there are those great wooden cases for the pocket operators. at least they look great, maybe not that great to use. cremacaffe.shop/products/po-kit i hope beatmakers boutique makes some 808 design cases. just ordererd my mpo xs today, they just got restocked :)
PS Don't get your hopes up that the MPO will give you a MPC like response since it's not at all the same mechanism. Yes there are grey pads hich touch nice but they have to reach the tactile button underneath where the MPC has sensor plates. Some times this rubber on the MPO feels a bit off. In the end its just what you get used to ofcourse but hey.
That's an exemplary review ! Thanx. I just wanna say that I bought 2 used POs that came with the original cases and i think they're ok. They stop the things sliding around coz they're grippy. You can see the lights if you look from above. Buttons work fine and feel ok & they have the various original symbols printed on them. Keep up the good work. 🐂💨 💨 💨
Thanks! Yeah. I don't mind the original cases. I picked up a few used POs with them included, and they were good enough - just not the best option for the price!
The pink lipstick into the pink background was slick dude! 🤩 Always love your quick intros, this one especially! That spillerphoto Commodore 64 case is super freaking cool as well, I love that one! (Also, you missed a couple replies to replies from me, one on your intro vid and one on my latest vid lol No biggie at all man, just wanted to mention them but not take up your comment section here with all that! lol) Always looking forward to the next one!! 😃🐀
Ah damn, thanks. I'll take a look. RUclips seems to lose comments a lot. I don't understand why. They don't appear in my video manager thing. Will check and reply!
I found that using any case with hard plastic buttons on POs that have a built-in mic for sampling results in every sample having an annoying loud click in the end of it. Of course you can and should trim it out, but it still uses up a fraction of a second of available sample time. And using only line-in for sampling fixes that also.
I bought four of the MPO-XS cases - the new black ones. I am not gonna scalp them. I got 4 because I am going to reverse-scalp them. AKA give two away. I will keep two for myself. The first one is going to Freebeat.
There's one on eBay right now for 200 pounds. Hopefully Beatmakers boutique does a bigger run. If not, maybe some enterprising human is working on their own version of something similar.
Yeah. I think part of the reason for that is that each PO has slightly different functions on the buttons... so that means this case can be used on any of them.
Very nice comparison! I recently got the PO-133 and absolutely love it. Dropped it a few times already on my travels with luck being no damage. I have seen all these cases prior but really appreciate your thoughts. I like the BMB case been waiting for a restock (fingers crossed).. the only thing I was worried about with those squishy pads was the response from the trigger buttons. It seems you think its even better then the naked buttons which is reassuring.
They just restocked the BMB case! In black though. It sold out really quickly. Did you manage to grab one? The squishy pads on the BMB are the best out of all the cases imho.
Actually the BeatMakersBoutique case is right on georgeous, but also the most clumsy case to use, since mits all rubbery it has a terrible user function. I think the playability is the best on the TE mown case and the xpowerdesigns, and ofcourse no sleeve art all lool.
The official case not being partly hard plastic makes it a rather poor case overall. The device still gets squashed when in a bag. They're also kind of expensive for just being rubber.
I’m just really upset with the standard for “protection”. If it’s got a nice faceplate and backplate but the sides and internals are basically fully exposed, it’s shit. If it covers the screen, it doesn’t matter, because the contacts inside of the device will corrode over time, which means a lot more to me. Ideally it would be fully enclosed but it’s sadly not an option. I hate to say it but the pro case really offers the most protection.
yeahh! let's buy more plastic products!! i love plastic! and fxck the ocean!!! or anything that live around me! (we are so cool .... look how we manage pleasant coloring visual in our video, we smart creative sensitive people. )
@@StephenMcLeod o sorry i thought for a minute stopping plastic waste was a thing and alacrity (not sure that s a word in english ahah) toward promotors of shiny plastic stuff could be a position. Guess i live on the moon or something. Don't mean to start a fight with you anyway, i admit it was quite an out of the blue statement from me. So, "weird"ok i've been called that before. "Misdirected" i may need your help to figure how
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The humor here was enough to sell me. Those spillerphoto cases are beautiful
This is such an old video. I'm glad it was useful!
I was seriously considering getting dedicated cases for my PO's, but I think simple, inexpensive survival boxes will do. The pocket operator is most at risk not while I'm using it, but when I'm transporting it.
I've bought and used all of these except for the survival box thing. The MPO XS is definitely the best of the bunch. Not only very protective but helps immensely with the ergonomics of the device. Makes it feel much more premium and usable. Another to consider is the DichStudios case. It's a lot like the PavelX case but has been around longer.
BTW, for anyone who is looking for an option, at automotive parts stores, you can usually find very small rubber hose caps. They make excellent knob covers for these PO's and you can get a small package of like 20 for a few bucks.
Hell yeah. That MPO XS case is a thing of beauty. The cost on the second hand market is pretty insane mind you. I'll check out DichStudios! I think when I did this video ages ago they didn't ship to the UK, or were out of stock or something, but jmmmMmmMm
It'd be cool if the MPO XS came in at least 3 different colors so each color could represent at few different POs in the collection.
Would be awesome indeed!
Itd be cool if theyd restock the MPO XS :,(
This review is invaluable, thanks for taking the time to make this video! I'd actually love to see another review down the line if you happen to spot some new/unique cases, pocket operator cases is like sneakers in the US for me haha
Thanks Sean! I literally just put up another case video if you're into them. I love cases as well haha. Any kind of weirdo accessory, I'm down with.
@@StephenMcLeod there are those great wooden cases for the pocket operators. at least they look great, maybe not that great to use.
cremacaffe.shop/products/po-kit
i hope beatmakers boutique makes some 808 design cases. just ordererd my mpo xs today, they just got restocked :)
They look great! Wouldn't mind trying them out
PS Don't get your hopes up that the MPO will give you a MPC like response since it's not at all the same mechanism. Yes there are grey pads hich touch nice but they have to reach the tactile button underneath where the MPC has sensor plates. Some times this rubber on the MPO feels a bit off.
In the end its just what you get used to ofcourse but hey.
Thanks for putting together a thorough rundown, caseless and the stock po silicone case for me for now
:D
thanks for the video, i never take my pocket operator out because im worried about breaking it, i'll definitely check out these cases
The spillerphoto cases well worth a look!
I'm using a lunchbox, just a tiny one. Kitchen sponges keep the po in place and super save and there is even space for spare battery's and cable's
Never heard about the transport cases. I’m totally in love with the MPO XS, love that Akai look
It's such a cool case, but soooo expensive. The Spiller Photo ones are great value alternatives!
i need an updated version of this
I am out the loop now!
That's an exemplary review ! Thanx. I just wanna say that I bought 2 used POs that came with the original cases and i think they're ok.
They stop the things sliding around coz they're grippy. You can see the lights if you look from above.
Buttons work fine and feel ok & they have the various original symbols printed on them.
Keep up the good work.
🐂💨 💨 💨
Thanks! Yeah. I don't mind the original cases. I picked up a few used POs with them included, and they were good enough - just not the best option for the price!
Excellent and informative review , I went for the SpillerPhoto case, great value for money
Yeah! The Spiller cases are great.
I actually did succumb to a sharp intake of breath at that original price.
it's wild.
Very thorough comparison Bro. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
Thanks for watching!
The pink lipstick into the pink background was slick dude! 🤩 Always love your quick intros, this one especially! That spillerphoto Commodore 64 case is super freaking cool as well, I love that one! (Also, you missed a couple replies to replies from me, one on your intro vid and one on my latest vid lol No biggie at all man, just wanted to mention them but not take up your comment section here with all that! lol) Always looking forward to the next one!! 😃🐀
Ah damn, thanks. I'll take a look. RUclips seems to lose comments a lot. I don't understand why. They don't appear in my video manager thing. Will check and reply!
@@StephenMcLeod No worries bro! Happens to me too! lol
I found that using any case with hard plastic buttons on POs that have a built-in mic for sampling results in every sample having an annoying loud click in the end of it. Of course you can and should trim it out, but it still uses up a fraction of a second of available sample time. And using only line-in for sampling fixes that also.
I bought four of the MPO-XS cases - the new black ones. I am not gonna scalp them. I got 4 because I am going to reverse-scalp them. AKA give two away. I will keep two for myself.
The first one is going to Freebeat.
The black ones look great! What a generous thing to do. I just had a look at your channel and now need to go get Stick Fight, so thanks. haha.
@@StephenMcLeod if I make a synth channel I will probably make it separate from this, this is basically where my game footage goes to die :)
To late to call dibs on the other one?
Shout out to Free Beat ✌
This video is essential
I am glad to be of service!
Wow...I really enjoyed this one! Thanks for sharing your thoughts here!
Hope it was useful!
Lol at 3:15. Yeah we got a lot of filthy money here in the States! Great vid. by the way!
Glad it was useful!
That PO1200 is based on the SP-1200 man one of the best samplers ever :)
Oh duh, the e-mu! Thanks :D so obvious haha.
@@StephenMcLeod haha yeah that one! Love ur content btw dude keep it up
@@samuelz2214 Cheers for watching!
@@digi_tv It seems rougher than it was!
Good video, I'm tempted by the spiller photo one. I use a Tupperware box at the moment.
Cheers! They are great value.
@@StephenMcLeod by the way - have you seen their 3-in-one cases? OMGG absolutely stonking. spillerphoto.com/case_for_3_pocket_operators/
Aye, they are wild haha
Amazing breakdown of the cases! Thank you
I'm glad it was useful!
Great review , the custom cases are now very hard to find.
Oh yeah?!
There's one on eBay right now for 200 pounds. Hopefully Beatmakers boutique does a bigger run. If not, maybe some enterprising human is working on their own version of something similar.
Yeah it's crazy. They do release some every so often. It's worth keeping an eye on their site/signing up to the mailing list!
I love that mpo xs my only issue is the unlabeled buttons
Yeah. I think part of the reason for that is that each PO has slightly different functions on the buttons... so that means this case can be used on any of them.
Iv just got one of them normal cases and a wee travel case ...want one of them mpc style one..
The MPC style ones are sweet. Check out Spiller Photo.
6:52 an E-mu Systems SP1200?
Could well be! A better guess than mine, that's for sure ha.
The beatmakersboutique case has been out of stock for more than 6 mo. now, so I do not think it is an option anymore.
You can still pick them up on the second hand market. I got mine not too long ago, but yeah - getting it from their site seems unlikely.
They’ve had a lot of them recently, Ordered mine yesterday, still in stock
I need to get one ..as I cant afford an MPC..
Bonjour, could you write down the name of the buider/seller of the transparent case? I didnt understood and obviously this would be the one i need...
Sure. xpowersdesign. Number 4 in the above list in the video description.
@@StephenMcLeod Ah yes, so i foud them and it is Pavel Pavel around here, well unfortunatly they do not have cases for the moment.
That's a shame! They often have them in stock so I would add them as a favourite seller
Very nice comparison! I recently got the PO-133 and absolutely love it. Dropped it a few times already on my travels with luck being no damage. I have seen all these cases prior but really appreciate your thoughts. I like the BMB case been waiting for a restock (fingers crossed).. the only thing I was worried about with those squishy pads was the response from the trigger buttons. It seems you think its even better then the naked buttons which is reassuring.
They just restocked the BMB case! In black though. It sold out really quickly. Did you manage to grab one? The squishy pads on the BMB are the best out of all the cases imho.
@@StephenMcLeod I stayed up late and managed to get one!! Woohoo its on the way. :)
I almost want to buy a po just for the cases lol.. especially interested in the 3 in one's I've seen online
What are the 3 in 1 cases!?
Great Vid! Q: Which of these allow the Mic sound through best?
Thanks! Good question. Most of them have a mic hole which seems to work grand. If I had to make a decision though, I'd say the XPowers case.
Actually the BeatMakersBoutique case is right on georgeous, but also the most clumsy case to use, since mits all rubbery it has a terrible user function. I think the playability is the best on the TE mown case and the xpowerdesigns, and ofcourse no sleeve art all lool.
I actually find the BMB one the easiest to use...
@@StephenMcLeod ah yes, as i ve mentioned in a previous comment it's all about what you get used to :)
If you keep it in your trouser pocket, the knobs will break first (from experience)
Definitely don't keep it in yer trouser pocket!!
Xpower case incoming for me.
Nice one!
Great video!!!
Thanks!
Very informative video. I've embedded it on top of our list of PO case links over at OPREALM!
Aw nice, thank you!
14:00 best
Thanks man!
Glad it was helpful!
I want a case for the OP-z, because the corners are sharp to the touch
Quite right!
The official case not being partly hard plastic makes it a rather poor case overall. The device still gets squashed when in a bag. They're also kind of expensive for just being rubber.
Agree!
Big thanks 🙏🙏🙏
Thanks for watching!
I miss Dich Studio's cases
They were beauties
I’m just really upset with the standard for “protection”.
If it’s got a nice faceplate and backplate but the sides and internals are basically fully exposed, it’s shit. If it covers the screen, it doesn’t matter, because the contacts inside of the device will corrode over time, which means a lot more to me.
Ideally it would be fully enclosed but it’s sadly not an option. I hate to say it but the pro case really offers the most protection.
Yeah the most expensive one is the best. Pricey but!
You dont have to remove anything from the pocket operator when installing the original case. Dont know why you said that.
You need to take off the clip, unless they've changed the design...
Use my dirty American moolah to buy the expensive one as a gift for my son based on this video thank you! $71 USD shipped from your link to NY.
Nice! They are awesome.
Can you see the LEDs in the Russian case?
You can!
Last one for sale on eBay mpo 33
300 quid is far too much.
25 euro for the mpc ones is acceptable the beat maker ones are ridiculously over priced
Especially second hand!
Dam you could actually buy a real MPC for the price of the case lol...
yeahh! let's buy more plastic products!! i love plastic! and fxck the ocean!!! or anything that live around me! (we are so cool .... look how we manage pleasant coloring visual in our video, we smart creative sensitive people. )
This is a weird comment that seems very misdirected.
@@StephenMcLeod o sorry i thought for a minute stopping plastic waste was a thing and alacrity (not sure that s a word in english ahah) toward promotors of shiny plastic stuff could be a position. Guess i live on the moon or something. Don't mean to start a fight with you anyway, i admit it was quite an out of the blue statement from me. So, "weird"ok i've been called that before. "Misdirected" i may need your help to figure how
If you want to express your thoughts on environmentalism, there are far more effective and deserving targets.
@@StephenMcLeod fair enough! keep up the good work
America is a continent
wheesht
Check out Torsten spiller photo online he makes 3D printed cases for low price 👍😍❤️å Cheers
I talk about them! Got a whole bunch of his cases. They are great.