I'm putting together a starter system based on Tiptop Audio's Buchla modules, and their MANTIS case was a very convenient way to put this basic Eurorack system together. Complete with everything needed to house and power the current set of Buchla modules (plus a few extra modules that I added), the system was up and running in under an hour. Securing modules in the case was simple since the Mantis has mounting rails instead of those annoying sliding nuts, and the adjustable legs quickly got it set to an optimal angle for patching and tweaking. Although not ready for it right now, I appreciate that future expansion is possible by adding a second case and a 2-tier bracket kit that results in a highly functional and cohesive-looking system. High marks to Tiptop for designing the Mantis with expansion in mind (see the very cool 2-tier and 3-tier Mantis case stacks on tiptopaudio.com).

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