Topic: Small / cheap bag for mic cables?

[voltronic]

Now that I'm going 4-channel and with longer cables, I can no longer fit my mic cables in my gear bag and am looking for a small accessory bag to protect and carry them.  I'm looking for some sort of zippered nylon or canvas bag, with a handle or strap so I can clip it to my main bag.  The largest diameter coiled cables I have are about 10 inches, and I have two of those cables.  The other cables I use would fit inside those.  If anyone has any recommendations, please let me know.

[thunderbolt]

A cymbal bag would work.

[flipp]

A cymbal bag would work.

that was my first thought though probably not cheap

personally I use portabrace piggin' strings and just clip the cables to a loop on my bag

[TSNéa]

Or a jumper cable bag...
You could easily find one on eBay.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bucket-Boss-Jumper-Cable-Extension-Cord-Bag-17826-/291383345835

Or a rodeo ropes bag ? 
http://www.ebay.com/itm/black-bag-kids-rodeo-youth-roping-multi-rope-western-lasso-lariat-junior-set-/141632553837
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Team-Roping-Black-Rope-Rodeo-Bag-New-/121616082100

Plenty of choice!
Hope this helps...

[voltronic]

A cymbal bag would work.

That's actually the first thing I considered, but the smallest I'm finding is 20" which is twice the size of what I'm looking for.

I also was looking at the the jumper cable bags, though I'm going to wait and see if there's a cheaper option out there.  This is the one that looks pretty good right now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/jumper-cable-bag-jumper-cable-cord-extension-bag-assorted-colors-Made-in-U-S-A-/121073937884?hash=item1c3091addc&item=121073937884&vxp=mtr

[thunderbolt]

Stick bag.  $8.95 delivered.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/OnStage-DSB6500-Pro-Nylon-Drum-Stick-Bag-Holder-/380895872304?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item58af29c530

[2manyrocks]

various tool bags available from Sears or Harbor Freight tools. 

[carlbeck]

I use a tether tools bag for my cables, they are available on ebay or Amazon. They are perfect, have a handle to be clipped & a clear window.

[voltronic]

I use a tether tools bag for my cables, they are available on ebay or Amazon. They are perfect, have a handle to be clipped & a clear window.

Is this what you're talking about?  It looks perfect!
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=818563&gclid=CMf54MO48cQCFVg8gQodhbkAPw&Q=&is=REG&A=details

[carlbeck]

I use a tether tools bag for my cables, they are available on ebay or Amazon. They are perfect, have a handle to be clipped & a clear window.

Is this what you're talking about?  It looks perfect!
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=818563&gclid=CMf54MO48cQCFVg8gQodhbkAPw&Q=&is=REG&A=details

Yep, that's the one. I have two of them, a small one just for my cables & a large one for my cable bag, shock mounts, clamps. They are perfect & worth every penny IMO.

[voltronic]

I re-purposed a golf shoe bag that came with my golf bag.  Not this one but similar.  Has good depth and is zippered on three edges so it exposes all the contents when open.  I keep a 25' pair and two 15' pairs of xlr cables as well as a couple long RCAxRCA cables.  Works for me.  Pix on request.

That looks like a really good option also, thanks!  Yes, I'd be curious to see a pic of the cables in there if you get a chance, please.

[flipp]

If you getting anything from B&H durig their NAB promo sales, perhaps this would work and could be added to your order - http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1082101-REG/orca_or_1_camera_accessories_pouch.html

[down2earthlandscaper]

Well, this isn't very glamorous but works well - I'm using the quart sized ziploc freezer bags and they are about the perfect size for a pair of 15' Mogami Gold XLR's

[ts]

Large Crown Royal bags.

[tim in jersey]

Large Crown Royal bags.

I like the way you think, mister.

[voltronic]

Large Crown Royal bags.

Unfortunately I only have a small Crown Royal bag... and most of my recording is done in schools so that's probably out for me!

[down2earthlandscaper]

I found this set of three different sized zipper pouches at Home Depot in the power tool section - Cheap! $6.97 for the set

[tgakidis]

I found this set of three different sized zipper pouches at Home Depot in the power tool section - Cheap! $6.97 for the set

I have a bunch of these myself

[rodeen]

I would have thought you would just grab one of these off your shelf for cables:



Or maybe one of these for  cables:



 

[voltronic]

Again, thanks for more great suggestions.  Still haven't bought anything yet, as I've been waffling on getting just a larger bag overall that can also hold all my cables, rather than a small accessory bag for just the cables.  The front runner right now for an accessory bag is the jumper cable bag from eBay I linked back on the first page.

I wish these guys kept their stock current - I've bought from them several times and their bags beat anything out there for rugged quality.  I own the "mid-range bag" as my work briefcase, but the Tac-Pad would be perfect for this use.  The Responder II Pouch would also work but it's a bit pricier.
http://www.countycomm.com/bags.html

[hoppedup]

Small, well built, good shape for rolled cables, not cheap: http://www.nutsacbags.com/product/nutsac-disc-golf-bag/

It's heavy duty, but the snap is a deal breaker for me for what we do.

[sperho]

Plus, you'd have something legit that said 'Nutsac' on it... 

[flipp]

One option I haven't seen mentioned yet - have one custom made. Find an awning shop (a place that makes those door/window covers for businesses) and ask for a quote. May be way more than you want to spend or they may have a few scraps of canvas laying around they could sew together to your specs and let it go for next to nothing. Only way to find out is to ask.

[thunderbolt]

I use a tether tools bag for my cables, they are available on ebay or Amazon. They are perfect, have a handle to be clipped & a clear window.

Is this what you're talking about?  It looks perfect!
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=818563&gclid=CMf54MO48cQCFVg8gQodhbkAPw&Q=&is=REG&A=details

Yep, that's the one. I have two of them, a small one just for my cables & a large one for my cable bag, shock mounts, clamps. They are perfect & worth every penny IMO.

I bought the large one--it's great.  Easily holds a 25' 8-channel snake, insert cables, adapters, and a pair of 15' XLR cables.  Window makes it easy to see what you're carrying.  Light but sturdy.  For all we spend on cables and adapters, there's no point in cheaping out on protecting and carrying them.

[down2earthlandscaper]

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-3-Pack-Organizer-in-Black-GP-45824AN13/204853188?N=5yc1vZc2g6Zrd

[down2earthlandscaper]

This one has a little more room than the three pack. Also a divider inside…

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-12-in-Document-Bag-82012N11/203224009?N=5yc1vZc2g6Zrd

[carlbeck]

I use a tether tools bag for my cables, they are available on ebay or Amazon. They are perfect, have a handle to be clipped & a clear window.

Is this what you're talking about?  It looks perfect!
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=818563&gclid=CMf54MO48cQCFVg8gQodhbkAPw&Q=&is=REG&A=details

Yep, that's the one. I have two of them, a small one just for my cables & a large one for my cable bag, shock mounts, clamps. They are perfect & worth every penny IMO.

I bought the large one--it's great.  Easily holds a 25' 8-channel snake, insert cables, adapters, and a pair of 15' XLR cables.  Window makes it easy to see what you're carrying.  Light but sturdy.  For all we spend on cables and adapters, there's no point in cheaping out on protecting and carrying them.

I agree, I have both sizes, they work perfectly depending on what I'm bringing to a show but the large one is a little better at the end of the night when I have to hustle out of the venue. I just put everything in there, clip it to my bag & sort it when I get home.

[chinariderstl]

Note, this is neither small nor cheap, but this thread got me looking for a nice bag to carry all my cables and misc. supplies (read: flashlights, notebook, pens, gaffers tape, etc).  I wanted something over-the-shoulder and high-quality.  I ended up purchasing the following.

# Bean's Messenger Bag, Medium
http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/85743?attrValue_0=Black

I wanted to share just in case.  Also, a little off-topic, but I use the following small "gear" bag when running a low-profile rig.

# Flip-Top Lunch Box
http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/70684?attrValue_0=Black

HTH, Chris.