Disappointed by the Gator Transit Gigbag...

[P Cheen]

Recently got an open-box special for a tan Gator Transit from Pro Audio Star and while it looks and feels exceptional, the fit on my Fender P is subpar.
The bottom foam does not stay in place, and my bass would not stay centered. Even with both the bottom and headstock foam on, the bass still moves around inside.

It doesn’t even look straight from the side. A minor aesthetic issue but for a gigbag that’s in excess of $100, this shouldn’t be an issue.

At least it does its job, and I got it for about $20 less on a discount.

 

[Lesfunk]

I think that’s common with most aftermarket gig bags.
They are designed to fit as many different basses as possible,meaning they are often made a bit bigger inside to accommodate all makes.
I have the same bag and yes, my basses (Lakland and EBMM) sit in there loosely, but it kind of is what it is.
I’m still happy with the protection it affords overall
You got a $20 discount so I think you still got value for your money

 

[JimmyM]

I think that’s common with most aftermarket gig bags.
They are designed to fit as many different basses as possible,meaning they are often made a bit bigger inside to accommodate all makes.
I have the same bag and yes, my basses (Lakland and EBMM) sit in there loosely, but it kind of is what it is.
I’m still happy with the protection it affords overall
You got a $20 discount so I think you still got value for your money

Ya, I have to agree with you. Not all basses are Fenders, so they have to try to appeal to a wider range of buyer than Fender lovers.

 

[Paulabass]

Nice bag. I just own 2 mono bags, and take them with whichever two basses I'm taking to a gig. There's always some extra room, but I never worry that a bass will fit.

 

[JakobT]

Recently got an open-box special for a tan Gator Transit from Pro Audio Star and while it looks and feels exceptional, the fit on my Fender P is subpar.
The bottom foam does not stay in place, and my bass would not stay centered. Even with both the bottom and headstock foam on, the bass still moves around inside.

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It doesn’t even look straight from the side. A minor aesthetic issue but for a gigbag that’s in excess of $100, this shouldn’t be an issue.

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At least it does its job, and I got it for about $20 less on a discount.

I found the fit with my Fender P to be quite good. But gig bags are made to fit a fairly wide range of basses, so there will always be some play unless it’s designed to actually grip the bass, like the Headlock system on the Mono Vertigo. The Transit is not designed to do this, so depending on the type of bass, it could well move around a bit inside. That is completely normal, and has no effect on the protection the bag affords.

If the bottom foam cushion moves, a little sticky-back velcro will fix it in short order.

 

[el jeffe bass]

I have a Transit for my dreadnaughts and Jazz box. It’s not a bad gigbag but it’s definitely a step down from the ProGo from the same manufacturer. I own both and recommend the ProGo if you can swing an extra $70.00.

 

[mikeswals]

I have a Transit for my dreadnaughts and Jazz box. It’s not a bad gigbag but it’s definitely a step down from the ProGo from the same manufacturer. I own both and recommend the ProGo if you can swing an extra $70.00.

I have a ProGo dual for gigs, and have been extremely happy with how thick and padded it is.

My son plays his P Bass in the school band and I picked up of these Transit bags mint from the local Craigs for $50 bucks. Okay it fits a tad loose but the pads don't move and it works decent for what he does.
But yes I'd agree that if you were working/gigging frequently then a ProGo would be a huge step up.