Finding the right case for your DJ controller can feel overwhelming, especially with all of the options that are out there. Understanding the process for finding the best case for your controller can help you be prepared for any gig. For the sake of this blog post, we are going to walk through the process of finding the right case for a Pioneer DJ DDJ-FLX4 controller.
Determine the Dimensions
The first step in choosing a case is figuring out your controller’s size. You can either find the specs on the manufacturer’s website or measure it yourself.
According to Pioneer DJ, the DDJ-FLX4 measures: 18.98" x 10.74" x 2.33"
Accurate dimensions are essential—they help eliminate incompatible options and reduce the risk of damage due to an ill-fitting case
Use a Case Finder Tool
Visit a case manufacturer to use their tool to find the right case for your equipment. For this example, we are going to visit Gator Cases website to search through their selection of cases. At the top of their website is a Case Finder button, click that to enter the tool. We can search by the Category, Manufacturer, and Model of the item; or we can search by the dimensions. If you can't find your gear in the list of products, you can use the dimensions we found earlier.
The case finder shows 4 options:
- Gator Cases G-TOURDSPUNICNTLC G-TOUR DSP Case for small sized DJ controllers
- Gator Cases G-TOURDSPUNICNTLB G-TOUR DSP Case for medium sized DJ controllers
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Gator Cases GK-2110 Micro Key/Controller Bag; 22.5"x11.5"x4"
- Gator Cases G-CLUB CONTROL DJ Controller Messenger Bag, 19-inch Wide
Now we can look at the given options and do a quick comparison, here is a great place to start:
| Case Model | Interior Size | Fits Laptop | Notes |
| G-TOURDSPUNICNTLC | 20.5" x 13.25" x 3.1" | No | Laptop Tray |
| G-TOURDSPUNICNTLB | 24" x 13.25" x 3.5" | No | Laptop Tray |
| GK-2110 | 22.5" X 11.5" X 4" | No | Large Pocket |
| G-CLUB CONTROL | 19" X 14" X 3.5" | Yes | High Visibility Interior |
As you can see, we have two options for the G-TOUR case, while the DDJ-FLX4 will fit into both cases, the medium sized one will be roomier and may need additional padding to secure the controller. This is why knowing the exact dimensions of your gear is so important.
Match the Case to Your Needs
Not only does the case need to securely fit our gear, it needs to fit any additional needs we might have. In this example, the options that we are given vary quite a bit, now we need to determine which feature make the most sense for our needs. Do we want a hard case that provides extra protection from gig to gig? Do we just need a case that holds our controller and a few cables and accessories? How about a case that will also hold a laptop? Determining which features will complement your needs the best.
Making a Choice
For our purposes, we are looking for a case to provide protection for our DJ Controller during transport to gigs and storage between each gig. We also need to carry a laptop and a few accessories as well. Looking over the available options, it appears that the G-CLUB CONTROL will fit our needs the best.
Final Thoughts
While we focused on the DDJ-FLX4 , but the same process works for mixers, keyboards, turntables, and beyond. Still unsure which case fits your setup? Call or message us - we're happy to help you choose the perfect protection.
