The definitive "Yes, another gig bag" thread

[Tdub77]

Post 151 here. The ggi5 is 35" scale

 

[Tdub77]

Bumping this one back up. Afterall, it is the the definitive "Yes, another gig bag" thread.
Anybody buy a Fusion Urban? That is still the back that intrigues me... yet not much conversation about them. Would really like some feedback from people

What bags fit 35" scale basses well? From what I can tell, the Reunion Blues bags will work no problem. Not sure about the Mono bags.

And is it true that the Mono Vertigo is not a good match for 5 or 6 string basses due to the wider necks?

Fusion urban posts 151-153 here

 

[scubaduba]

Anybody try the new Gigblade 2? Now is 2" longer (49" interior length) and looks like they've adjust the pin on the back so you can wear it more backpack style, and larger front pocket. GRUV GEAR · GigBlade - World's First Side-Carry Hybrid Guitar/Bass Gig Bag · MAKE LIFE GRUV

 

[scubaduba]

Fusion urban posts 151-153 here

Yeah, your posts 151-153 are what made me concerned about 35" scale basses in the Fusion.

 

[Tdub77]

Yeah, your posts 151-153 are what made me concerned about 35" scale basses in the Fusion.

My GG fits tight but fine once it's zipped up. No worries

 

[scubaduba]

What's the inner length of the Fusion with the extra foam liner in place?

 

[Tdub77]

What's the inner length of the Fusion with the extra foam liner in place?

I had all these same concerns when I was shopping. It should be fine for 35" scale bass. Unless you have something crazy long. I'll measure it next week when I can.

 

[Tdub77]

This is the 35" GG in the bag. It's tight but holds it nice and snug which I like

 

[TedH]

Bumping this one back up. Afterall, it is the the definitive "Yes, another gig bag" thread.
Anybody buy a Fusion Urban? That is still the back that intrigues me... yet not much conversation about them. Would really like some feedback from people who own these.

What bags fit 35" scale basses well? From what I can tell, the Reunion Blues bags will work no problem. Not sure about the Mono bags.

And is it true that the Mono Vertigo is not a good match for 5 or 6 string basses due to the wider necks?

I use a MV for my Lakland 55-94 with no issues whatsoever.

 

[Bob_Ross]

What bags fit 35" scale basses well? From what I can tell, the Reunion Blues bags will work no problem. Not sure about the Mono bags.

I have a Mono M80 Dual and it fits all three of my 35" scale basses just fine

...well, I mean, not at the same time! But, y'know, yeah, no problem accomodating typical 35" scale instruments. (I have Modulus Graphite Quantum-6, Rob Allen MB-2, and Lakland Skyline 55-02D.)

 

[scubaduba]

How about the mono vertigo? Problems with wider 5 string necks?

 

[rogerbmiller]

How about the mono vertigo? Problems with wider 5 string necks?

Not so far for me. The problem I have had is with wide head stocks!

 

[scubaduba]

Not so far for me. The problem I have had is with wide head stocks!

Oh? What headstocks have been problematic?

 

[scubaduba]

Anybody using RockReady bags? Volo Guitar Gig Bag

 

[scubaduba]

Bumping this up to keep the conversation going.

Had an email exchange with Mono today and they said the new Vertigo accommodates 5 and 6 string bass necks better. That's cool. I still wish the straps could be tucked away.

Anybody have a RockReady bag?

 

[ArtGuy9516]

Summary so far. Please correct my understandings if I am wrong.

Mono M80
• Decent protection (or maybe very good protection) but not as good as Reunion Blues Continental
• Nice storage options
• Good protection around endpin at butt of bass
• Might cause harm to nitro finishes
• Not sure about water protection

Mono Vertigo
• Not as good protection as M80 (and therefore not as good as RB Continental either)
• Lightweight
• Good protection around endpin at butt of bass
• Might cause harm to nitro finishes
• Not sure about water protection

Reunion Blues Continental
• Probably the best of the bunch in terms of protection
• Not great storage options (but decent)
• Heavier than Mono products
• Rides high on the back
• Maybe taller than necessary (especially for 34" scale basses)
• Not sure about water protection

Fusion Urban
• Not enough info yet. I gather that it has a lot of storage options and seems to be very well made. The amp on the bag shows it is quite rigid. Seems hard to find.
• I'd really like to hear more about this bag

Protec Contego
• Not as well made as the others already mentioned but provides overall great protection
• Less expensive than the options above

iGig 515/525
• Need more info still. Sounds like very well made. Not sure about the handle. Seems harder to find.

Gator Pro Bag
• Need more info still

I found that I had to go through iGig to get their bag. I just got it not to long ago and have been pleased with it so far. My Pilot fits in it nicely where as its headstock used to poke out of my previous gig bag a "5 Star," that didn't provide a lot of protection.

 

[Tdub77]

I found that I had to go through iGig to get their bag. I just got it not to long ago and have been pleased with it so far. My Pilot fits in it nicely where as its headstock used to poke out of my previous gig bag a "5 Star," that didn't provide a lot of protection.

I did a full review of the fusion dual bag here
The definitive "Yes, another gig bag" thread

 

[scubaduba]

@Tdub77 Did you mean to post a link?

 

[Tdub77]

no I did that here on this forum, post 151-153 I think right? I just saw someone quote the thred so far post you had made and the fusion said not enough info. A few pages before my post there was a good discussion about the Fusion as well with someone else about the single version and the add on packs...

 

[scubaduba]

Ahh OK. Thanks. Yes, your posts have been very helpful. Appreciate it. I think the length issues have me ruling out the Fusion. Seems like it is not long enough for 35" scale basses.