Case/gig bag pole

[Toneman]

OK I thought it might be interesting to see how many players use either a hard case vs soft case vs gig bag. I've used gig bags s long as I can remember but just ordered a soft case with more compartment and pocket storage. For me bass guitar in a hard case is just too bulky and heavy.

[Exploiter8]

Hard cases for over three decades.

X8

[Bluesbob]

Originally Posted by Toneman

For me bass guitar in a hard case is just too bulky and heavy.

I agree with this and I'm looking to replace my ripped-up RoadRunner ASAP.
And not with a case...
Any ideas gratefully accepted.

[xxfaux_punkxx]

hard case protects more but gig bags are easier to carry.

[SpamBot]

I use a hard case. I throw my gear in a station wagon with little regard for order and the extra protection comes in handy there

[tdub0199]

Hardcases ONLY!!!! Don't want NO damage to my Babies....

[James Hart]

only gig bags for me.

[Phalex]

Anything that's too expensive, or has great sentimental value goes in a hard case. My main gigging beat to hell Hoppus P-bass with bastardized Carvin neck goes in a bag. I like the convenience of the bag, and I like the security of a hardcase.

[ric stave]

I wonder how many strippers have gig bags for their pole?


I use gig bags for most, but a hard case for my Godin ABG.

[blondmix3]

Touring (basses loaded in a trailer with 3000 lbs of other gear)= Case

Local bar gigs= igig dual bag. Between that, my pedalboard, and my TC Combo, I can load in with one trip!

[grifff]

I use both. Why not create a poll that people can vote in for this?

[HaMMerHeD]

I have a really nice Body Glove gig bag, but I am going to order a hard case soon.

[SamanthaCay]

Sometimes I use a gig bag, sometimes a case, sometimes nothing at all. It all depends on the gig and what is appropriate. If you fly or are having anyone other then yourself handle your bass a flight case is always best. If you are just playing bar gigs and going to rehearsals a gig bag is good or a $150 p bass that has it’s replacement waiting in the wings without any protection at all will also work. If your going to a studio or maybe a corporate type gig you might want to dress to impress which may mean a nice tweed or something of the like.

[capnsandwich]

My Mono gig bags on anything local or when I can't have the bass with my person. Hard case for air travel or anything where the bass needs to travel separate.

[Toneman]

Originally Posted by Bluesbob

I agree with this and I'm looking to replace my ripped-up RoadRunner ASAP.
And not with a case...
Any ideas gratefully accepted.

http://kaces.com.mytempweb.com/detai...uct_id=KPFE-07

[xgator4u]

Hard cases all the way. At least while they are in the case, they are SAFE.

[Pilgrim]

Hard case is ALWAYS first choice. The extra hassle is worth it for the protection.

A gig bag is only when there is no alternative, or when all I'm doing it sitting the bass in the car and driving between points A and B.

[jweiss]

When playing a new gig, always bag your pole.

[seanm]

Gig bag unless the bass is going in the back of the truck.... then hard shell only!