WHO MAKES THE BEST "SLIP-COVERS" FOR VINTAGE AMPS

lowphatbass · #1 09-27-2010, 09:30 PM

I've searched around and found a few manufactures, but I'd like to hear some REAL WORLD EXPERIENCES. How well did they fit? How are they holding-up? Did they take 6 months to arrive? How much did they cost?

I recently procured a '67 Sunn 200S Head/2x15 Cab. I'm looking for basic covers for both, something to protect against scuffs and scrapes. This rig will be carefully transported by me in my car so I'm not looking for anything padded/road worthy, etc. Just basic slip covers.

Some original Sunn logo'd vinyl covers would be outrageously cool, but I doubt many still live.

Thanks!

JimmyM · #2 09-27-2010, 09:46 PM

i use tuki covers on my b-15's. holding up great after 2 years.

speyer · #3 09-27-2010, 09:49 PM

I had Coveramp build me a custom cover for my Tecamp 212 Combo. It's amazingly well built and fits like a glove... and it looks vintage because it's vinyl w/ nice stiching and piping etc. I have no doubt that the cover would last as long as my combo through regular use. I opted for the "padded" version which adds a little more bulk/weight to the cover, but that's also why it's so sturdy and durable. The sales and service from the company was very professional and they even sent me a 'dimensional drawing' of my cover before building it just to make sure we had everything right. Ordered and delivered within two weeks... for just over $100 CAD. What else can I say... all around great product. The only downside to this type of cover is heavier weight (vs. cordura type).. but that is far outweighed by is other great qualities IME...

pat.

Addlepate · #4 09-27-2010, 09:53 PM

I got Tuki covers for both of my TCE RS112 cabinets. Fit perfect and are holding up great.

speyer · #5 09-27-2010, 09:54 PM

http://www.coveramp.com/

elgecko · #6 09-27-2010, 09:58 PM

These are nice as well.

http://store.amplifiercovers.com/

lowphatbass · #7 09-27-2010, 10:00 PM

Sweet!

I'm going to check these out. No Sunn listed on Tuki's site but I'll inquire as it says to do.

Keep em' coming, thank you everybody!

Jeff Scott · #8 09-27-2010, 10:07 PM

Hi Paul; I am about to order another TUKI cover. I have bought many from Gary & Brenda over the years, they are excellent. I usually get the padded ones but I may try an unpadded one this time for the LDS cabinet I picked up this past Sunday while I was in Michigan for GilFest®.

bellis1 · #9 09-27-2010, 10:19 PM

I prefer D2F cases. The owner is very understanding, and very easy to reach. Plus, I won a Vox AC30 Guitar Amp in a sweepstakes just from buying a cover!

lowphatbass · #10 09-27-2010, 11:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by elgecko

These are nice as well.

http://store.amplifiercovers.com/

I'm enjoying the prices and the fact that my model is listed. The covers they've pictured don't look so hot. Is it just me?

gillento · #11 09-27-2010, 11:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bellis1

I prefer D2F cases. The owner is very understanding, and very easy to reach. Plus, I won a Vox AC30 Guitar Amp in a sweepstakes just from buying a cover!

+1 on d2fcovers.com !!!

I got them for all my Aguilar cabs, an Ampeg V4, a Vox AC30 , my TAB/Funkenwerk in a custom wooden case and my Radial DIs. Some of them are custom orders, all are very well made and the shop is providing very fast.

I am ordering all my covers (from EUROPE!!!) at d2f covers!

elgecko · #12 09-27-2010, 11:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lowphatbass

I'm enjoying the prices and the fact that my model is listed. The covers they've pictured don't look so hot. Is it just me?

I checked the price of a small Bag End cover on one of the above links. $123!

I custom ordered one from amplifiercovers for $49 seven days ago and just got my shipping info! They're definitely more thickly padded and heavier than they appear in the pics. I've had one for my combo for about 3 years now and it still looks great despite constantly being transported in the back of my uncovered pickup truck.

lowphatbass · #13 09-28-2010, 12:44 AM

Thanks Gang!

I've requested some quotes, we'll wait and see.
Feel free to chime in with any additional thoughts/info.

LPB

Slowgypsy · #14 09-28-2010, 06:02 AM

There's probably lots of makers of slip covers who have great customer service and a quality product. I'll just add to the list the following place. I've ordered several covers from them already and been very happy with the results.
www.studioslips.com

BassistForHire · #15 09-28-2010, 06:11 AM

You can't go wrong with Tuki covers.

mrpackerguy · #16 09-28-2010, 06:39 AM

Cindy at Custom Covers. Reasonable and relatively quick turnaround.

Dan55 · #17 09-28-2010, 11:35 AM

LeCover
Fast turn time, perfect fit, reasonably priced.

http://www.lecover.com/Road/Road.html

Dan

TomB · #18 09-28-2010, 11:43 AM

+1 for LeCover. Fast, personable, reliable, and they double-check dimensions and orientation with you before proceeding. I find their padded covers to be bullet-proof.

dbase · #19 09-29-2010, 04:28 AM

http://store.amplifiercovers.com/

4-Bang'er · #20 09-29-2010, 11:02 PM

"BS Protections"covers on E-Bay-any model any size with a noticeable sewn on logo w/ Amp make and model on it! bscovers.com Years ago I bought a nice yorkville or Polytone mini-brute cover ? forget which amp it was for now?from some guy who makes em' and sells on E-Bay -1 problem-wreaked for years of cigarette smoke! could not get rid of the smell,but a well made and nice cover otherwise.