Double Bass Colorful and/or Custom Double Bass Cases

[Richtofen]

I am just curious about the community's experience with various colored and/or custom cases.

I own a Silver Bobelock i've had for 5 years, and still great as ever. Recently purchased another bass, so wanted another case to stand out.

A few I know of:
Messina Custom
Bobelock
BAM
Tonarelli
Tuff-Bag
Glenn-Cronkhite Custom Cases

Thanks!

 

[SAlcott]

Messina will make just about any color combination you want, along with other custom features like pockets and strap/handle placement. The custom fit makes the bass easier to maneuver as well. Unconditional recommendation from me-I have two double bass cases, and one for my Vertical Bass.

 

[Richtofen]

Messina will make just about any color combination you want, along with other custom features like pockets and strap/handle placement. The custom fit makes the bass easier to maneuver as well. Unconditional recommendation from me-I have two double bass cases, and one for my Vertical Bass.

I do love their color combinations. I was wondering about strap and handle placement as well, so that answers that question. I was a little concerned about padding for the bridge. My bobelock has a center circle area where there is extra padding, so I was wondering if I should even be concerned about that in the first place.

 

[SAlcott]

None of mine have extra padding at the bridge. You could ask if they can do it if you order one.

 

[SAlcott]

Sorry the pic is so huge. I had them make my cover with no bow pouch, as I use a bow sleeve that goes inside the case. There's a pocket that holds the folding stand I sometimes use, and a pocket for other stuff that's big enough for my AI Clarus SL amp. The one for my other bass is similar.

 

[james condino]

I was always a big fan of this look:

 

[BobKay]

I owned a Messina for my 7/8ths, now sold. Yellow top and gray sides and back. I asked to have the main zipper moved to the other side, and they did so with no issues. I think I also had one of the pockets changed. Customization, at least to some extent, is provided.

 

[Richtofen]

I was always a big fan of this look:

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Every grandmother would love that case... if they played bass.

Serious note, I did not even realize that was an option.

 

[bherman]

Messina is top notch quality and great to work with.

 

[Paps]

View attachment 5200261 Sorry the pic is so huge. I had them make my cover with no bow pouch, as I use a bow sleeve that goes inside the case. There's a pocket that holds the folding stand I sometimes use, and a pocket for other stuff that's big enough for my AI Clarus SL amp. The one for my other bass is similar.

Beautiful looking bag!
How thick is the padding and is it firm?

 

[Don Kasper]

I was always a big fan of this look:

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Hey! That's their "Edith Prickley" model! Classy look!
Leopard print never goes out of style.
IMFO, of course.

 

[SAlcott]

Beautiful looking bag!
How thick is the padding and is it firm?

According to their informative website, 3/4". Thick enough and firm enough for me to use for transporting two fairly pricy basses on the subway.

 

[LM Bass]

my Messina Covers bag just came in. Highly recommended!

 

[BassGreaser]

The ultimate in luxury case would be an all leather case from Glenn-Cronkhite Custom Cases!

 

[Ed Fuqua]

Another fan of Messina...

 

[Ed Fuqua]

The ultimate in luxury case would be an all leather case from Glenn-Cronkhite Custom Cases!

Until you have to walk up and down several sets of subway stairs with it. And then push it to the club in the rain....

 

[neddyrow]

I have a tuff bag and it comes in blue. great bag but does have a tendency to roll over when laid on its side if the pockets are full of stuff.

 

[eh_train]

Late to the discussion, I realize, but I don't want to leave my custom bag contender out. I believe it was a special order from Frederick's of Hollywood.

 

[BassGreaser]

Late to the discussion, I realize, but I don't want to leave my custom bag contender out. I believe it was a special order from Frederick's of Hollywood.

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This would be a great rain jacket!

 

[Don Kasper]

This would be a great rain jacket!

Well, If it was purchased at "Frederick's of Hollywood", "rain" is probably the least hazardous "...fluid" that it is impervious to.