I all of a sudden got a job offer in England. I am literally in the car on my way to the airport. Wherever I go, I need to record stuff for other projects. Sometimes music, sometimes voice overs.

Therefore, I packed a UA interface for my laptop, and also an apogee mic. Each of those is in their own Basal case, and they are in my carry-on bag right now. 

1) sturdy and protective for delicate equipment 
2) light and compact for my carry-on bag

I am deeply happy 

Thank you

Fred Armisen