Pioneer DDJ 1000 Flight Case Custom Modifications (YOU CAN DO THIS TOO!)

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Pioneer DDJ 1000 Flight Case Custom Modifications (YOU CAN DO THIS TOO!)
/// In this video, I show you a Pioneer DDJ 1000 flight case modification project that my friend Tamer and I embarked on earlier this year. This is not your ordinary flight case build video, as it was important to me to document the entire process of a flight case DIY. These DJ tips and tricks should provide you with great information when putting together your own audio rack.
The video highlights the three phases I go through when putting together an audio rack setup; planning, purchasing the parts and of course, the installation of the various powercon, XLR and other audio connectors that make up a custom rack panel.
For the most efficient mobile DJ and wedding DJ setup, I absolutely recommend putting together your own custom rack panel.
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[@djkanoya]

What do you think of this project? Did you learn any tips on how to approach a road case modification project? What did I miss? Let me know in the comments below!

[@briancadogan7155]

I was looking for something like this for ages. And I'm glad I've finally found it. I places my order, so I'm on the waiting list for delivery. Thanks

[@djkanoya]

@@briancadogan7155 Awesome. Did you order a panel from a DDJ 1000 also?

[@juanrios9977]

DjKanova how much?

[@djkanoya]

@@juanrios9977 Custom panel pricing really depends on how many connectors you need. But estimate about $10 per cable.

[@kesterfigaro]

Can the link to products used be listed

[@graffmixer]

This is awesome!!! I know this video is 2 years old. I have a ProX case which I use mainly for my Rev 7 and sometimes my SX3 (depending the gig) when I do private parties so I need this!!! My only thing is weight so I would probably use my extra space for the wireless mic.

[@allandenola5968]

Pretty professional and neat probably the best I’ve seen so far Thank You 🙏

[@mr.honesty5115]

Love the design my only problem with it is the weight. As a mobile Dj I do 2 gigs every weekend so I try to move lighter.

[@djkanoya]

This can get heavy. But with a proper dolly or cart, it's not bad at all.

[@chrisgirardi2827]

Great video …in one shot I see a version where you have an external mixer hooked up. I’d live to see a pic of how you have that connected w a panel. I currently have something similar to this but looking to add a separate mixer for mics especially.

[@Ninja_man_son]

I made a cheaper version of this on my link. Great job guys.

[@djkanoya]

Nice work! Which connectors do you end up putting on yours?

[@Ninja_man_son]

@@djkanoya I’m a Av tech in Manhattan so I just got them neutrik connectors at my work 😁. I’ve been watching your videos and you just gave me an idea... thanks man.

[@DjRayInDaMix]

I ordered it using the same link you provided. I got the rack without the cable connectors.

[@DjKobraElDjDeLaRazaaa]

Same here, I thought it will come with cables just to plug in .

[@djjerzey1mm253]

Wow...I was just thinking of a cleaner look and BOOM...💣👍🏾😎THANKS WILL BE ORDERING!

[@djkanoya]

Nice ... Do you have the DDJ 1000 also?

[@djjerzey1mm253]

Yes, I do and ordered the custom rack on Saturday...MANY THANKS!

[@djjerzey1mm253]

Also, it wasn't clear in your video of which case to buy with the specs

[@djkanoya]

@@djjerzey1mm253 I'm not sure of the exact model, but it is an Odyssey case. Also, just want to be sure that you ordered the panel, as well as the appropriate length cables and connectors on the opposite end.

[@djjerzey1mm253]

@@djkanoya ...Thanks...I did order the cables and connectors...I followed your video frame by frame.

[@tolytes71]

Thank you.I have ddj sx2.

[@djkanoya]

Cool .. just go to the link and you can build out a panel specific to that. Let me know if you have any questions!

[@MentPlus]

Wow this looks crazy! Great job!

[@djkanoya]

Thanks!

[@djwolfletsgo]

thanks bro

[@djcalvin681]

Very nice 👍🏻

[@djkanoya]

Thanks ... Have you done any custom projects on any of your road cases?

[@djcalvin681]

djkanoya not yet , I hang all my cables out the front ...

[@djkanoya]

@@djcalvin681 Well hope this gave you some inspiration. And if you have a case that does not have rack space, then you could always to panels mounted on the back, like I showed in the video. Which controller do you have?

[@DjKobraElDjDeLaRazaaa]

Thanks for the great idea. I just ordered it

[@DJ_PHILCO79]

Great 👍🏾👌👍🏾👌 Content

[@djkanoya]

Thanks for watching!

[@SUPAROCKINDJSMASH]

Hello brother hey I know this might be to much but I love the demo video would mind doing one more with a different dj controller (ddi-sx) & (roland djm707) just to give a different look when u customers road cases.. I am looking to acquire my systems I am disable so I was looking for a opinion

[@biglex757]

This is a great video!!!

[@Iamdjtouche]

Placed my order!! Save me time from customizing like my last case!

[@djkanoya]

Awesome. Which controller are you using?

[@Darkus777]

This is dope and definitely something I would be interested in. Thanks for sharing. My only issue is I'm 6'3" and I typically take my controller (DDJ 1000SRT) out of the case and place it on top. I also use a 24" x 12" x 2" dense piece of foam under my case to raise the height even further and provide stability. It saves my back big time as I couldn't DJ with the controller in the case. Not sure if there's a work around for tall peeps!

[@djkanoya]

Have you tried putting the lid of the case on the table, and then the bottom part of the case on top of the lid? Also, the Lifetime 4-foot table adjust to 36-inches. Which table do you use? Most tables do not adjust are are fixed at 30-inches.

[@ancientevil11]

I know this is a couple years old, but I’m glad I found this! This is actually what I’ve been looking for as I just got a Pro X case for my DDJ 1000SRT (I assume it’s exactly the same measurements?) I am not a fan of drilling holes into the actual case so that panel with the connectors looks like what will work for me. I also don’t want to sacrifice any ports that are available. My question is that my case does not have the bracket or frame to attach the custom front panel in your video, so how would I go about doing that? Is that something I can add myself? If so, would you mind giving a name of what to look for? I would appreciate it.

[@mojavisanz597]

Great video and tutorial! Nice job fellas 🔥

[@djkanoya]

thanks for watching!

[@DjBriteEyes]

love it awesome job

[@djkanoya]

Thank you!

[@DjBriteEyes]

@@djkanoya all about supporting each other

[@fightswithspirits915]

I love this 🥰

[@gmanlujan22]

I just got mine in. It didn’t have the cords on the back to connect. Do you have a link to where you get the right angle cords for the back?

[@BigBabyProductions]

I just went through the same thing. Did you get a response back?

[@SuperMksc]

I wanted to make a case build like this. just not sure if i can make my rane one fit to the case because the rane one is a little bit smaller. Main concern would be the foam thats gonna support the controllers feet.

[@RockyHanlin]

Is that the Furman M-8Dx 15A 8+1 Outlet Power Conditioner?

[@SmokeDCraig]

Hello...ran across your site...nice craftsmanship, I am a beginner DJ...I love the concept but need some assistance with putting together a build for a Pro X Case DDJ-800

[@ricosteez4205]

Dope video I did learn something new!

[@djkanoya]

That's great! What was the new thing you learned?

[@ricosteez4205]

@@djkanoya I learned about the custom panel build and I took a few of your tips down for my future case build. Only thing I missing is a HDMI output for the case.

[@djkanoya]

@@ricosteez4205 Cool ... I think Redco has an HDMI panel mount too.

[@MrDJBoombastic08]

Hey DJ Justin, any idea whether the DDJ SX3 would fit inside the space of the 1000? I love the space underneath but the original SX3 case doesn’t come with much below. Thanks 😊

[@djkanoya]

Not sure, but the best thing you could do is compare the size specs of the two. I would err on the side of the SX3 being a bit larger, becuse you could trim the foam to fit. If it is smaller, then you would have to get some spacers or something to fill the space.

[@djgemineye]

What about that QSC Touchmix 8 rackmount?

[@djkanoya]

Hey! This is my video on my Touchmix case mod. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWLGdZWujd9nmrc

[@bhongkyle]

I wish can do that too in my rig.

[@djkanoya]

You can do it!

[@DjBriteEyes]

i just subbed great job

[@djkanoya]

Looks like you've been binging a few of my videos! THANK YOU! Any topics that interest you?

[@DjBriteEyes]

@@djkanoya Why do you think promo only is the number one pool what about bpm

[@djkanoya]

@@DjBriteEyes Ultimately the best DJ pool is up to the DJ himself. I think Promo is the best overall because it provides all of the top songs in every genre you could possibly need and the download process is super easy. BPM is great for remixes and edits. But you do have to hunt around the site for the music.

[@BigBabyProductions]

@djkanoya I ordered this panel and just received it. I did not get the wiring harness with it. I have the exact same setup as you have shown in your video with the same case and controller. Can you give me the specs on the wiring harnesses? I have to send the panel back with the specs for the wires to be installed.

[@djkanoya]

What do you mean by "wire harness?"

[@relaxsingh]

where do you plug everything in to an external outlet?

[@djgmix916]

On the usb.. for the red o panel..it says pass through no cabling. What’s that for? Is that to hook up the controller? If I use this same build for a sx2 it should work.. but curious what the usb was for?

[@djkanoya]

It's USB power to be able to connect a USB cable to the power conditioner. I use it to charge my phone.

[@RolandoLopezDJ]

Just found your channel been watching a bunch of your vids but I've watched this one a couple times. I'm going to order a specialized panel from RedCo, but I wanted to ask what is on the "backside" of the panel? Especially the powercon. Would I have to do special wiring for that cable?

[@tolytes71]

Just wondering where did you guys screw the rackmount panel to hold it.do they come with a bracket to screw it on?

[@djkanoya]

The 2U rack rail is already installed on the Odyssey case.

[@DJ-Coma]

Interesting! Any videos or photos that show the cables plugged into the final product? Just curious how it all looks and how you route them. Thanks!

[@djkanoya]

I have a scrim with access holes to run cabling inside the scrim. So I usually just do it that way. And you can see in the thumbnail (sort of) how the cables stick out, but it does not interfere with anything.

[@djstallion1665]

where can I get that chalkboard from to cover the spacing

[@djkanoya]

I found it at Home Depot. In the lumber section there is an area with small pre cut pieces of various types of plywood. And the sheet of chalkboard was there.

[@djstallion1665]

@@djkanoya thank you

[@djrez2107]

ordered from same company, mine looks nothing like this one, super pissed. All my fittings are silver not black. The 1u rack looks completely different too

[@djkanoya]

Were you not sent what you ordered from Redco and and built through their online portal?

[@s.r.shinox5019]

hi im new in the channel good video. im asking if you can make this for a pioneer ddj rev7

[@djkanoya]

At some point, I think I'll be adding a Rev 7 to my set-up. If I do, I'll definitely make video.

[@djamaraLA]

awesome video! thanks for sharing. I'm shopping for a new case now and was wondering if theres a difference between the Prox and Odyssey all black case? Also, I'm not a fan of the sliding laptop stand. Does it look funny and will I have an issue transporting if I remove the sliding case? Thanks again!

[@djkanoya]

Hi there ... well kinda crazy, but I have video responses to both of your questions, so I'll comment on each one individually. I just made a video comparing ProX and Odyssey. I think you'll be fine with either, as long as your Odyssey case has the FZ designation in the model number. The FR case, while more slimmer, is not as protective. The FZ (or Flight Zone) are comparable to ProX. A ProX reached out to me and did say they spend a little more on their rubber and foam, so take that for what it is worth. You can see that comparison video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fn-Ypq13jJejo9U Regarding the sliding shelf, definitely get one that has it included. It will protect the controller in transit and you can always remove it when you set-up. And you never know, you might be in a situation where you need it (so it's good to have, just in case).

[@djamaraLA]

@@djkanoya thanks for info! I'll check that video out. you're right its probably best to just get the shelf. thanks again!

[@finbarphilogene1759]

Just purchase my new XDJ-XZ and also the caes..is there anyway i can modify it like the DDJ 1000??

[@djkanoya]

If you have rack space in your case, you can build a panel like this one. Otherwise, you could possibly add panels onto the case.

[@finbarphilogene1759]

@@djkanoya thx for your response bro..am just trying to get my ducks in a row..my case is still on back order..as soon as it arrives I will be seeking ur help..

[@finbarphilogene1759]

I just received my XZJ-XZ case and wondered if u work or modified any of theses cases since they are brand new.. can u post me in the right direction...I really needs to get mine modified..

[@djkanoya]

@@finbarphilogene1759 What is the brand and model number of your case?

[@finbarphilogene1759]

@@djkanoya it's a XS-XDJ-XZ FGLD by proX

[@tolytes71]

What is the website where you order costumize rack mount panel?thank you.

[@djkanoya]

Redco Audio .. there is a link in the description directly to this actual plate.

[@ichevy13]

Where can I buy one?

[@finnbarrdunleavy3983]

Can i ask , did you use the Odyssey case built for the XDJRX2 controller ? as i cant find a controller case for the DDJ 1000 controller with 2 U rack spaces ... if you did , did you have to add rubber to the inside to make the controller fit snugly in the case ?

[@djkanoya]

This is the DDJ1000 Odyssey case. It's specific for that controller.

[@djamaraLA]

also, I normally plug my controller into a small Mackie mixer because i find the mic outputs on the 1000 isn't the best and i like the sound coming out of the mackie better. If i use the rack on the case, do you have a rackable mixer you recommend to replace my Mackie mini mixer? thanks!

[@djkanoya]

I 100% support the use of an external mixer at most events, but especially when microphones are an important component. A good upgrade for you would be a digital mixer, either from Mackie, QSC or Soundcraft. One of the greatest assets of a digital mixer is the ability to remotely control it from anywhere in the room (via tablet or smartphone). Here's my video on why I use my QSC mixer at all my weddings: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpy7i4KMdrJjrrM

[@djamaraLA]

@@djkanoya thanks so much for your reply! i did check out that video but i'd need something to fit in a rack. I think im gonna get the same case in this video with the 2u rack under the controller. I'm trying to figure out what would be the best device to put on there. I was thinking a digital mixer and a furman power bar? But then again i love the front facing plugins that you built. decision decisions!

[@mdworkin1]

Great Video!!! Which Odyssey case is this?

[@djkanoya]

Not sure on model number, but it's the one for the DDJ 1000.

[@jonusben7910]

Great job guys i would like to get my rane one odessy case customized. What nessarry steps do i need to take?

[@ivanmunoz9623]

Where is website for bar

[@djkanoya]

Redco Audio .. redco.com

[@DjHypaSound]

can I use that same case for ddj-sx2?

[@djkanoya]

I don't think so. I believe the SX is slightly bigger.

[@country9946]

I don't like the connections in the front

[@djkanoya]

Keeps the client facing side nice and clean though.

[@michaelkks]

All those wires coming out of the front are just an accident waiting to happen.

[@djkanoya]

This has never been an issue for me. I sometimes route them through an an access hole on my scrim or route cable to one side of the table and down the leg. It always stays out of the way.

[@DJKWICK954]

I want to take this serious but the static noise is a deal breaker. 😕

[@billocampo1365]

know that this videos is almost 1 year old, but my opinion was you didn't build this case, you bought the case and had someone custom built your the xlr and powercon connections, I build my own case and solder all the xlr and powercon connection, I wish theres a way I could post pictures and show you what a real diy built.

[@djkanoya]

Check out my latest video where I did a true DIY build of my wedding ceremony system. Lots of soldering, drilling and cutting!

[@harrybbetteridge]

just put the mic down, half the time it dosnt work and its just pointless

[@djkanoya]

This was not something I realized at the time. It's tough shooting videos with a one man crew.