Double Bass Cover/Non Padded Bag

[Michael Karn]

I need the lightest bag I can find, essentially just a cover. Any ideas?

 

[TroyK]

Timely question, it looks like Gollihur has one.

https://www.talkbass.com/threads/bags….1636621/

 

[Ed Fuqua]

Somebody on Facebook has an old Kay bag for sale for $150, I'll see if I can find the link...

 

[Ed Fuqua]

Well that listing was gone, but there's this...
Core CC485 Nylon Bass Bag

 

[Chris204T]

There's a ProTec bag on Amazon for $79.95. I don't think you'll find cheaper and they make pretty good stuff. It says 25mm padding (about 1 inch).

 

[Michael Karn]

Thanks Ed!

 

[Bar Star]

I use one of these for long hauls into farmers market busking tents and walking around campgrounds at bluegrass festivals. Minimal protection but quick loading into and out of the bag. The backpack straps are great for outdoor use…not so good for going into and out of buildings.

Protec C313E Silver Series Double Bass Bag - 3/4 Size

I have a heavier duty bag for gig situations in tighter quarters and rougher handling.

 

[Michael Glynn]

Maybe this one?
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Never used it myself, but might fit the bill. I did once have a bass that came with an Eastman CB40 case which is also very minimally padded and light.

Absolutely not worth the price they're charging on Sweetwater, though.
Eastman CB40 Double Bass Bag - 3/4 Size

 

[Michael Karn]

Thanks Michael, that Gewa bag may be the winner

 

[damonsmith]

I think this is the answer we have been waiting for - a cover for a travel bass when it is assembled at the destination. $90 is fair. It would be great for flying into a place you are flying out of but have a string of shows in between. The Sweetwater bag is not the Flyweight. It would be amazing if @Mark Gollihur could stock them.

Maybe this one?
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Never used it myself, but might fit the bill. I did once have a bass that came with an Eastman CB40 case which is also very minimally padded and light.

Absolutely not worth the price they're charging on Sweetwater, though.
Eastman CB40 Double Bass Bag - 3/4 Size

 

[Mark Gollihur]

It would be amazing if @Mark Gollihur could stock them.

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[Swizzledoop]

If anyone has of those old 3/4 Knilling bags lying around. PLEASE hit me up. Looking to replace mine. It's nothing fancy but it just works.

 

[Eric Hochberg]

This came with a bass I recently purchased. Pretty nice if you want light and not too protective.

No. 1001 Bass Case | Baroque Violin Shop

 

[damonsmith]

I still think we need one that is even less. Just a thin cover, no padding. Some kind of heavy duty tent material 2 pounds or less. A step up from carrying the bass around with nothing.
When I travel to play I have to bring clothes and merch. One rolling bag works with the bass, but a backpack is better.

 

[Martin Spure]

This almost fits the bill, Damon - ContraCover - though I doubt it’ll be strong enough for your use case. Perhaps they’re open for suggestions to make you a heavy-duty version ?

 

[damonsmith]

This almost fits the bill, Damon - ContraCover - though I doubt it’ll be strong enough for your use case. Perhaps they’re open for suggestions to make you a heavy-duty version ?

Yeah, that is the closest - costs a bit too much and isn't quite right.