Recording, live and DJ gear

For microphones and wireless systems, use the shaped original case when available, but still check that the contents cannot move.

Protect the grille, capsule, connectors and switches from direct loads. Clips, mounts, adapters and power supplies should have separate compartments or individual protection.

For devices with removable batteries, determine whether they should travel separately inside the parcel or be excluded according to the current rules of the selected service.

With mixers and controllers, prevent package loads from being carried by faders, jog wheels, encoders or displays. Create a protected clearance zone above the control surface.

For monitors and speakers, consider the mass of the driver and protect the grille, cabinet and connectors without pressing on the cone. Lower corners should support the weight without breaking through the cardboard.

For a pair, consider separate parcels when the combined weight makes one package difficult to handle or protect correctly.