Guitar cases can cost anywhere between $15 for a cheap gig bag and $1500 for a handcrafted case. The Gator case includes both of these… though I don’t really use them that often (if ever). Some guitar cases will include accessory compartments and/or locking buckles. You can definitely get cheaper guitar cases, though I think that you sacrifice quality and durability. The Gator Case is about average when it comes to cost. I couldn’t find anything lighter that I felt was durable enough.Ĭost. If you’re looking for something lighter (but still durable), Gearlux makes a guitar case that weighs 8 lbs. The Gator Case is not the lightest hard shelled guitar case that I looked at, but it’s not the heaviest either. The Gator Case fits the dreadnaught guitars that I own (as well as some of the cut aways). I need a guitar case that can fit different guitars. If your guitar came with a hard case it’s possible that it will only fit the guitar that it came with. I’ve had nylon hinges break on other guitar cases (most only have three or four). In all honesty – the extra hinges are what sold this case for me. It has a heavy duty aluminum valance, bolted-through handle (which will be nearly impossible to pull off), and five hinges. The Gator Cases Deluxe ABS Plastic Acoustic Dreadnought Guitar Case is my top choice. If you’re in the market for a guitar case, here’s what to look for:ĭurability. You want something that will (above everything else) stand up to abuse. Now my guitar has a nice dent in the body.īut after that, I’ve only used a hard case for my acoustic guitar. I grabbed the gig bag (with my guitar in it). I used to use a gig bag to carry my guitar. I’m hauling my guitar in and out of the car. This means on any given day, I’m going to anywhere between three and five different houses.
I give guitar lessons to my students in their homes. If you’re going to do any sort of serious travel, you’re going to need a guitar case… and a hard shelled one at that. It fits most acoustic guitars, and it’s reinforced (not just like a padded bag). If you’re going with a gig bag, I’d probably go with the Hola! Deluxe Padded Acoustic and Classical Guitar Gig Bag. Now, if you have a relatively inexpensive guitar maybe a gig bag is all you need. You’re basically just stuffing your guitar into a guitar-shaped backpack. However, gig bags don’t offer much in the way of protection for your guitar. Gig bags are cheap, lightweight, and easy to use. Most people opt for soft guitar cases (or gig bags). Obviously if you’re looking to keep your guitar intact while traveling (even if you’re just traveling down the street to your guitar lesson), you’ll need some sort of protective device. every day) travels with his guitars, I’ve learned the value of having a hard shell guitar case.
I generally advise my students to use a guitar stand. Out of sight, out of mind.Īnd if we do remember that we need to practice, the chore of hauling the case out and unpacking the guitar often gets in the way. I think it’s even more true for kids: Having a guitar stashed away in a case makes us forget about it. We shove the guitar in the case, then shove the case under the bed or in a closet and forget we own it. Guitar cases keep us from playing our instrument. I used to be adamantly against guitar cases (as noted in my case against guitar cases here). I’ve had my best luck buying through Amazon – prices are good and I can usually return the case if it doesn’t fit my guitar correctly (which has never happened). For any guitar case that you purchase, I’d suggest verifying the return policy (especially if you buy online). These are usually the first parts of the case to break (and it’s happened to me with older and more expensive cases).
It’s one of the only cases of its kind that has five hinges/straps which adds extra support when opening and shutting the case. After extensive research, this case offers the best combination of price, versatility, and durability. Dog approved… If I were buying a new guitar case I would get the Gator Cases Deluxe ABS Plastic Acoustic Dreadnought Guitar Case.
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