This guide explains how to assemble the zudo-block-60 Open with accompanying video instructions. This frame kit is a minimalist 60HP Eurorack frame that allows you to mount modules with a bare-minimum configuration.

For product details, please refer to the zudo-block-60 Open Product Details page.

• Required Tools
• Assembly Video (Full Overview)
• Step 1: Rail Frame Assembly
• Step 2: Attaching the Rail Mounting Aluminum Panels
• Step 3: Side Panel Attachment

Required Tools#

The following tools are needed for assembly. Please have them ready beforehand.

• Hex wrench (e.g., Amazon: Hex Wrench 9-Piece Set)
• Wrench (e.g., Amazon: Mini Wrench Set)
• Pliers (e.g., Amazon: Pliers Set)
• Phillips screwdriver (e.g., Amazon: Screwdriver Set)

Assembly Video (Full Overview)#

If you'd like to see the overall assembly flow on video, please watch this first.

Step 1: Rail Frame Assembly#

First, connect two 30HP rails together to create two 60HP rails. These are secured using 50mm M5 set screws (headless screws).

1-1. Inserting the Set Screws#

The underside of each rail has a hole that accepts M5 screws. Start by inserting the set screw about 2cm deep using a hex wrench.

1-2. Connecting the Rails#

Once done, thread the other 30HP rail onto the set screw by hand, then hold it with pliers at the end and tighten until the gap is closed.

Step 2: Attaching the Rail Mounting Aluminum Panels#

Once the 60HP rails are complete, attach the rail mounting aluminum panels to the left and right sides of the rails.

2-1. Panel Placement#

Position the panels so that the one with large rectangular holes faces inward and the one with many holes faces outward, then secure with 40mm M5 screws.

Note: The rails have a lip/edge. Make sure the lip faces outward.

2-2. Securing the Panels#

Here is a video showing how to attach the mounting aluminum panels to the rails.

2-3. Rail Adjustment#

After attachment, insert a module or blank panel to check and adjust the rail tilt and the height between rails. The screw holes in the rail mounting aluminum panels have a small amount of play, allowing fine adjustment of the rail spacing.

Step 3: Side Panel Attachment#

At this point, you should have aluminum panels attached to both sides of the rails. Attach the left and right side panels to this frame to complete the build.

3-1. Preparing Screws and Washers#

Use M5 14mm screws to secure the side panels to the rail frame. From the inside, pass the components in this order:

1. Screw head
2. Rail mounting panel
3. 3mm-tall washer
4. Side panel
5. 1mm-tall washer
6. Nut

Do this at two positions of your choice. Think of it as placing the 3mm-tall washer in the space between the frame and the side panel.

3-2. Final Adjustment and Securing#

Do this on both left and right sides to create a state where the frame and side panels are secured together.

Place the assembly on a flat surface such as the floor, fine-tune the positions so the screws on both sides are at matching heights, then hold the nuts with a wrench and tighten the screws firmly. At this point, make sure the bottom edges of the side panels sit flat on the surface so the frame doesn't wobble.