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Rackmount cases protect 19-inch rack-mount equipment, from amplifiers and wireless receivers to servers, network switches, and mixers, in sizes from 1U to 16U plus combination racks. Shop SKB, Gator, and Gemstar standard, shock, rolling, shallow, console and mixer, fly, half, and soft rack cases, in roto-molded, injection-molded, ATA wood, and padded designs.
Rackmount Cases
1U To 16U & Combo Racks Molded, ATA Wood & Soft Shock & Rolling Options
Choose by your gear and how it travels: rack units first, then depth, protection level, and mobility.
Live Sound & AV IT & Networking Broadcast & Field Comms
Count your rack units and measure your deepest unit, including rear connectors, before choosing a case type.
19-inch rackmount cases
Use this page to narrow rack cases by how your gear travels. Start with Standard for conventional rack gear, choose Shock for sensitive electronics, or go straight to Rolling, Shallow, Console and Mixer, Fly, Half, or Soft rack cases when you already know the format.
Shop by rack case type
When you know your rack units but not the case model, start with the case type that matches your gear and how it travels, then confirm rack depth and construction on the category page.
Conventional 19-inch rack cases from SKB and Gator in 2U to 16U sizes, with rack depths of about 11 to 26 inches, in molded and ATA wood flight styles.
Best for: Amplifiers, processors, wireless, and network gear that needs standard rails and dependable protection.
Rack cases with the 19-inch frame suspended on shock mounts, so impact and vibration are absorbed before they reach the gear. Sizes run 3U to 16U.
Best for: Servers, digital mixers, broadcast gear, and other sensitive electronics.
Rack cases on wheels or casters, including fly racks, caster flight cases, shockmount and powered racks, and wheeled rack bags from SKB, Gator, and Gemstar.
Best for: Heavier systems that move from truck to stage or server room.
Short-depth rack cases with about 9 to 15 inches of rack depth in 2U to 8U sizes, smaller and lighter than full-depth cases.
Best for: Wireless receivers, effects units, power conditioners, and patch panels.
Slant-top and pop-up cases that carry a rack-mount mixer with its rack gear below, so the whole control position sets up as one unit.
Best for: Live sound, AV control, and worship and event mixer rigs.
SKB iSeries rack cases with a pull handle and inline wheels, built to be checked on a flight and rolled through the airport, in 2U to 10U sizes.
Best for: Touring, fly dates, and remote broadcast rigs that travel by air.
Cases built for 9.5-inch-wide half-rack equipment, from Gemstar RoboRack and SKB, in 3U to 9U sizes with wheels and a pull handle.
Best for: Compact field comms, radio, and portable network systems.
Padded nylon rack bags and wood-frame soft racks from Gator and SKB in 1U to 4U sizes, with about 12.5 to 14.5 inches of rack depth.
Best for: Local gigs, studios, and installs where a hard case is more than the trip needs.
Rack case selection guide
A good rack case starts with the gear, not the brand. Use rack units, usable depth, protection level, and how the rack travels to narrow the field.
Add up the rack units you need, then measure from the front rail to the back of your deepest unit, including connectors and cable bends.
Standard cases suit conventional gear. Shock racks isolate servers, digital mixers, and other sensitive electronics from impact and vibration.
Pick casters, a pull handle, or carry handles based on loaded weight, then choose molded, ATA wood, or soft construction for how often the rack travels.
Rack case FAQs
A rack unit is the standard height measurement for 19-inch rack equipment. One rack unit (1U) equals 1.75 inches, so a 4U case holds equipment up to 7 inches tall in total.
Measure from the front mounting rails to the back of your deepest unit, then add room for rear connectors, cable bends, and airflow. Compare that number to the usable rack depth listed for the case.
Choose a shock rack when the gear is sensitive to impact or vibration, such as servers, digital mixers, and broadcast equipment, or when the case travels by freight or rough handling. Standard cases suit sturdier gear and gentler trips.
Yes. Fly rack cases are built for air travel, with a pull handle and inline wheels. Check the exterior size and loaded weight against your airline, since larger racks can exceed standard checked-bag limits.
Yes. Share the rack units you need, the depth of your deepest unit, the loaded weight, and how the rack will travel, and our team can recommend a case type and model.
Case specialist support
Specialty Cases helps buyers compare rack units, usable depth, shock isolation, mobility, construction, stock, and quantities across SKB, Gator, and Gemstar rack cases.
Confirm rack units, rail depth, and clearance for connectors and cabling before you order.
Compare standard, shock, rolling, fly, and soft rack cases based on your gear and how it travels.
Contact our team for availability, lead times, quantity pricing, and suitable alternatives.
Compare rack case types
Use this comparison to choose the rack case type, then narrow the exact model by rack units, depth, weight, and construction.
Swipe horizontally to compare rack case types.
| Rack case type | Defining feature | Best starting point for | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Conventional 19-inch rails, 2U to 16U | Everyday rack gear | View Standard |
| Shock | Frame suspended on shock mounts | Servers and sensitive electronics | View Shock |
| Rolling | Wheels or casters | Heavier systems on the move | View Rolling |
| Shallow | About 9 to 15 in. of rack depth | Short-depth gear | View Shallow |
| Console & Mixer | Mixer section plus rack below | Mixer rigs and control positions | View Console |
| Fly | Pull handle and inline wheels | Rigs that travel by air | View Fly |
| Half | Built for 9.5-inch-wide gear | Compact field and comms systems | View Half |
| Soft | Padded nylon or wood-frame bag | Light local trips | View Soft |
Rack units and usable depth are the first fit check, whatever the case type.
How the rack moves, by truck, by air, or by hand, decides between rolling, fly, and carry cases.
Sensitive electronics belong in shock racks; sturdier gear travels well in standard cases.
Share the rack units you need, the depth of your deepest unit, the loaded weight, and how the rack will travel. Our team can help narrow suitable case types and models.
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