Members LanEvo Posted November 5, 2007 Members Share Posted November 5, 2007 I know we're not really supposed to talk about actual bass stuff around here...but here's a question. I'm going to be doing a moderate amount of traveling this summer. I will be bringing my Squier Jazz with me. I won't be able to bring it on the plane as carry-on for a variety of reasons (long story). Looks like I'm going to have to check it in. What would you guys recommend as an affordable case that can hold up to some mild/moderate air travel? I can't justify spending $500 on an Anvil flight case for a $280 bass! And I suspect a vintage-style plywood case wouldn't hold up (though I'd love to pick up a tweed Fender-style case). So, what am I looking for? Emre Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bassdudeguy Posted November 5, 2007 Members Share Posted November 5, 2007 long story explained http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/musical-instruments/guitar-captured-with-enough-coke-stashed-aboard-to-take-us-all-to-electric-ladyland-315457.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members __tony__renaud Posted November 5, 2007 Members Share Posted November 5, 2007 I traveled with this case - you have to already have a gig bag for your bass. Put the bass in the gig bag, then put that into this thing, and you're all set. The standard advice is to wrap the handle with a bungee cord. http://www.fqms.com/Electric_Bass_Guitar_Cases_C1618.cfm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members LanEvo Posted November 5, 2007 Author Members Share Posted November 5, 2007 long story explained http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/musical-instruments/guitar-captured-with-enough-coke-stashed-aboard-to-take-us-all-to-electric-ladyland-315457.phpLol. That's awesome. Really, my problem is just that I'm going to be carrying other stuff (like my laptop) that has higher priority for this trip. I'll have too much other stuff as carry-on to also bring a full-sized bass in a gig-bag. Emre Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members King Kashue Posted November 5, 2007 Members Share Posted November 5, 2007 Rondo's flight cases, no question. I own two, they're {censored}ing tanks. Several other folks have bought them (Zamphir is the first that comes to mind) and loved them. I've also got a $230 coffin flight case (I didn't spend $230 on it though), and there's no question, the Rondo is three times as tough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members LanEvo Posted November 5, 2007 Author Members Share Posted November 5, 2007 I own two, they're {censored}ing tanks. Several other folks have bought them (Zamphir is the first that comes to mind) and loved them.Have you flown with them yet? Just wondering how they hold up to "baggage monkey" abuse. Emre Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Zeromus-X Posted November 5, 2007 Members Share Posted November 5, 2007 Doesn't look like there's any way to lock either one of those, so I'd definitely bungee cord it or put a security lock around it and under the handle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Bassius Posted November 5, 2007 Members Share Posted November 5, 2007 i carry my basses on.... most planes will still let you... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members LanEvo Posted November 6, 2007 Author Members Share Posted November 6, 2007 OK, let me look at this from another angle... Is there a gig-bag that you can recommend that has a front pocket large enough to hold a 13" MacBook (in it's padded sleeve) and associated accessories? That way, maybe I can kill two birds with one stone. Emre Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members FloydianAnimal Posted November 6, 2007 Members Share Posted November 6, 2007 Actually, a molded hard case can do the trick as well- I just flew today with one and everything was fine... but yea, a lock could help and all and a flight case would be ideal... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members King Kashue Posted November 6, 2007 Members Share Posted November 6, 2007 Have you flown with them yet? Just wondering how they hold up to "baggage monkey" abuse. Zamphir took his to Eastern Europe and back, he said they held up great. Personally, I've jumped up and down on mine (220lbs, jumping, not just hopping up and down). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ec437 Posted November 6, 2007 Members Share Posted November 6, 2007 Zamphir took his to Eastern Europe and back, he said they held up great.Personally, I've jumped up and down on mine (220lbs, jumping, not just hopping up and down). If you guys want me to test some out, I'll be glad to take delivery of lent out flight cases, fly them all over the f-ing world, and report on the results. Spots are currently open for baggage thrower endurance testing in Chicago, Indiana, New York City, Washington DC, Hong Kong, Saigon, San Francisco, Nashville, Los Angeles, Los Vegas, Stockholm, Atlanta, London, Madrid, Seattle, and elsewhere. Hell, if you'd've caught me 3 weeks ago, I could have sent one to Kenya and back;) No, seriously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Perfessor Posted November 6, 2007 Members Share Posted November 6, 2007 I have a Washburn metal flight case that is heavy and tough. It was all of $80. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members The Real MC Posted November 6, 2007 Members Share Posted November 6, 2007 I can't justify spending $500 on an Anvil flight case for a $280 bass! I've been buying cases for over twenty years and I keep coming back to Anvil. They are worth the money. Can't justify $500? So if you choose an inferior case and your bass gets busted just once and you have to replace it, there's your justification. Also keep in mind that you can't find a replacement bass on a few hours notice in every city. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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