I bought this case to replace a cheaper, DIY solution with something more robust. For the price, this is a ton of HP and an excellent, quiet power supply. The case feels nice and sturdy, and while I doubt I could affordably throw it on a plane, it'll definitely survive many a journey by car.
Some items worth considering:
* If you're buying this for use in the US, you'll need to source your own power cable. Get a 90 degree angled one - the straight ones don't allow for the case to sit flat against a wall or desk.
* The power guards in the middle greatly reduce clearance. This is hardly a deal breaker, as my skiff-friendly modules fit perfectly with room to breathe, but it may impact your placement considerations.
* The threaded strips are in two pieces. This can cause some frustration while setting up your first row, but it's easily solved by starting on opposite sides of each row and keeping things loose until you've got everything in its place.
* Panels can slide a little under the left and right edges, resulting in some knobs being a little too close to a barrier for comfort. Larger, more open modules (like Mutable's Elements or Moog's Mother) don't present a big issue, but tighter modules can. It doesn't render them unusable, but it's worth considering. Doepfer includes 4hp blank panels on each side of the case, so you can use this or invest in some cheap 2hp panels if it's a huge issue.
* There is a little space to keep things patched with the cover on, but depending on where your cables are position, you may unexpectedly bend things in dangerous ways.
Despite these minor issues, the case is an amazing value, and I'm glad I went Doepfer for my studio case!
