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I have the Gator Pro Go for bass...$150 but worth every penny. They were on.sale for $100 not too long ago, Sweetwater, I think, and I should've bought another one. One of the few gigbags big enough for Thunderbirds.
I've had a Levy's double for many years and it's very durable, but doesn't offer the kind of protection some more modern bags offer. Also, the straps aren't all that comfy. Still, it's a very, very well-made bag.
The igig double is really outstanding, but is quite heavy even when empty. The straps are excellent, though.
The igig double is really outstanding, but is quite heavy even when empty. The straps are excellent, though.
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I had the Mono. It worked well. It made for such a heavy thing, I'd rather carry two smaller lighter bags, myself.
Gator Pro Go. I have a single and a double. These are the best protection for the money. Perhaps a little bulky but the contents are confidently protected. The double is exactly twice the thickness of the single, no compromises in padding or protection.
Just pulled the trigger on a sweet deal on the Mono on "the Verb". Here's hoping it lives up to the hype!
I own this bag by Ibanez. I usually carry a Pbass and Jbass in it and they fit perfectly and securely. It has well placed handles and has wheels for rolling over smooth surfaces. There is also a small brace that extends out to help it stand up better if you lean it against something. If you wear it like a backpack, be warned - the necks extend well past your head, so watch out when going through doorways. Also, with two basses in it, it's pretty heavy, but that comes with the territory. My only complaint is that I wish the large pocket was just a bit bigger. Otherwise, it's a homerun.
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Another vote for the Mono M80. Mine gets some real rough treatment and is still holding up pretty well after 200 gigs or so, often with my 13.5 lb beast as one of the basses. I have no hesitation about putting my NYC Sadowsky in it and carrying it just about anywhere.
Have you used your Mono double with only one bass in it? Is it fully functional still?
Any experience with air travel and the case fitting overhead?
13.5 pounds! Wow! That has to tug on your shoulder about 3 1/2 hours into the gig!
Their website listings and photos are not the best, but the cases are nice. I don't know if the double Stage 3 gig bag was listed when I bought mine, but I am fairly certain they are available. I contacted the company directly and they were really helpful and great to deal with.
I've had Reunion Blues gig bags for years and I prefer the older ones that are shaped like a bass. I think they were the gusseted models with the side walls. I have both the nylon and a leather single. Last year I found a double gig bag here on TB in the Cordura nylon. It's a great bag although I can see that the newer RB bags offer a bit more protection. I try not to throw my basses off rooftops whenever possible.
Works just fine with one bass, it's rigid enough that you can barely tell one's missing other than the lighter weight. Haven't flown with mine personally.
I had a Levy's double for years. It was a leather/nylon weave fabric hybrid. Eventually the nylon fabric parted at the bottom where the weight of the back bass was borne, but that took about 12 years. An all leather one would have lasted longer, but those I found too expensive.
I went with a Mono double as a replacement. It is appreciably heavier than the Levy's was, but it offers a lot more solid padding and protection for the basses. I like it so far, been about 1.5 years in use.
I have not flown with it, and it would work with a single bass I suppose, but that's a lot of extra weight to carry around if you're only bringing one bass.
I went with a Mono double as a replacement. It is appreciably heavier than the Levy's was, but it offers a lot more solid padding and protection for the basses. I like it so far, been about 1.5 years in use.
I have not flown with it, and it would work with a single bass I suppose, but that's a lot of extra weight to carry around if you're only bringing one bass.
Another nomination for the Mono bag. I have the single M-80 and couldn't be happier with it. It's very sturdy and well made with good cushioning all around. It's not cheap, about $250, but I think it's worth it if you value your bass.
I haven't had issues but I rarely carry it I use a fordable hand truck like this to move it around
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I agree. Have a Mono 80 and used it very much on the road and locally. Zipper pulls are all gone, logo fell off, exterior is looking worn and dirty. Flying with it sucks, but is possible. If you carry straps, tuner, cables, strings (2 different sets), small flashlight, tiny tools, a pedal, and batteries, it starts becoming very heavy and a drag as a backpack or hand luggage.
Two standard gig bags weigh less and pack into vehicles more easily. To fly, just take one, or you will need a pal. Forget roadcases, unless you are really determined.
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That little sucker will haul more than most think it will. I have stacked my Mesa Walkabout Scout 15" combo and matching extention cab on it and it rolled just fine. That's north of 80 pounds and not exactly tiny.
