Gig Bags...I need a new one.

SteveC · #1 03-13-2013, 09:50 AM

Ok, I derailed the "gush" thread a bit and thought I'd start a new one. I need a new gig bag. I have been using a Contego ProTec which is pretty nice. I like the 2 storage pockets in the front - one for cables and one for my iPad. I'd prefer one handle instead of the two handles that you velcro together.

I have a couple Roscoe bags from my recent purchases which are nice, but only one pocket and they are plenty roomy. Maybe something a little more compact - especially if I decide to go double as I can never decide which bass I want to bring as I love playing both of them.

Just curious what you all use.

JOME77 · #2 03-13-2013, 10:24 AM

Mono Dub Bag. I like it primarily because it has a separate compartment (and zippers) for each bass. Very solid design too.

Almost somewhere between a soft and hard case

**Ryan L.** · #3 03-13-2013, 10:28 AM

Mono M80 Double Bag. Best gig bag I have used/seen. Period.

SteveC · #4 03-13-2013, 10:42 AM

The Mono bags look nice. I'm torn about a double or not. I can see myself bringing both basses to church fairly regularly - depending on the set for the day of course - but other gigs would maybe be more one or the other.

My Contego is getting pretty worn, but I do have two nice, unused Roscoe single bags so I guess I have time to look, research and think.

Any other options than Roscoe or Mono?

VroomVroom · #5 03-13-2013, 10:58 AM

iGig or Mono. Both are excellent. With Mono, you may want to consider two - the M80 double for the heavy lifting, and a Vertigo for quick & easy.

nostatic · #6 03-13-2013, 07:38 PM

Jerry, is the upper strap location the same between M80 double and Vertigo? My M80 makes it so I can walk through doorways without smacking the headstock. The RB Continental (which has been my flyaway/quick/easy single) has the straps mounted lower on the bag so it sits higher - and I end up smacking everything. I was thinking of replacing with a Veritgo.

GroovinOnFunk · #7 03-13-2013, 09:04 PM

I actually hit the top of my mono case in nearly every doorway. I am 6'3" tho.
Would the igig 525 or Fusion case sit any lower?

GroovinOnFunk · #8 03-13-2013, 09:08 PM

...almost took out a chandelier at a wedding I played at recently.
But the Fusion F1 bag kind of looks better than mono or igig... Thoughts?

SteveC · #9 03-15-2013, 10:57 AM

Of the Mono options, I guess I'd lean to the M80 as I like how the straps can be tucked away in that back pocket. I never use shoulder straps and wish I could get a bag without them. This option of tucking them away is about as close as I've seen to no straps.

Does anyone know if a single bass sits ok in the double case for occasions where I only want to bring one bass?

Also, do I have to lay it down to get the basses out? I currently have a Contego case and while it's not like the Vertigo, I can access my bass with the case leaning up against the wall or something. I don't want to have to lay it down to get access. I'd rather get 2 Vertigo bags and a Tick instead.

nostatic · #10 03-15-2013, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by SteveC

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Does anyone know if a single bass sits ok in the double case for occasions where I only want to bring one bass?

Also, do I have to lay it down to get the basses out?

Single bass works fine, and I never lay my gig bag down to get the basses out.

**Ryan L.** · #11 03-15-2013, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by nostatic

Single bass works fine, and I never lay my gig bag down to get the basses out.

^
Ditto to what this guy said.

Seriously. Get the M80 Double bag. You won't regret it.

madbassplaya · #12 03-15-2013, 03:05 PM

I'm digging the Reunion Blues stuff.

StrangerDanger · #13 03-15-2013, 03:59 PM

I use the Mono Vertigo and like it ALOT. The upright open/close feature really comes in handy. Very much recommend.

SteveC · #14 03-16-2013, 12:29 PM

Well, I took a closer look at my Roscoe bags and discovered you can remove the "backpack" straps (which I never use) completely. It's 2 bags instead of one but really, all I have to bring to church is a bass (or two) and my little Nano board. Pretty easy to do.

Think I'll try these for a while before I go crazy on a $300 gig bag for church.

LightGroove · #15 03-16-2013, 05:13 PM

Thats what Im saying...300 for a dang gigbag..you guys are...uh nuts...

**Pacman** · #16 03-16-2013, 08:07 PM

How much did your bass cost? How much would it cost to repair major damage?

$300 seems reasonable in comparison to a $4000 bass. Maybe it's just me.

VroomVroom · #17 03-16-2013, 08:16 PM

If you gig, get a good gig bag. You will never once regret the purchase.

This whole laying-down-the-bag-doing-stuff-sideways thing is a mystery to me. The only time my gig back is less than vertical is when it's in the car. That's applied to every gig bag I've ever owned. The Vertigo is slick from the perspective of top-loading, but beyond that I don't use it any differently than any other single or double bag I've got.

LightGroove · #18 03-16-2013, 08:25 PM

I realize everything is relative but lets gets real...

I think Steve stated hes just playing at church..

SteveC · #19 03-16-2013, 08:42 PM

If I were doing more than going from home to church and back in my van I'd be more apt to spend on a good double bag. I may still, but for now I think I'll try to use what I have. The "extra" could maybe go to an Apogee Jam and a couple apps for my iPad for practice, recording, etc.

GroovinOnFunk · #20 03-17-2013, 08:20 AM

Even with the neck brace, the headstock and tuners of my fender and roscoe all touch right up against the back of the gig bag. Not so sure I'm as thrilled with my Mono M80 as others seem to be. Might try to trade it for an igig