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The definitive "Yes, another gig bag" thread
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I thought it would be a pain as well but it hasn't given my any issue. I uncase/case my bass similar to how you would if using the Mono Vertigo bag which means I usually unzip from the top, a little over halfway, undo the velcro neck strap, and pull it out. I reverse for putting it back in the case.
With that said, similarly, I couldn't find any bag that checked all the boxes. I considered the Gator ProGo as well, especially after their crazy marketing video where they're chucking the bag everywhere and the bass is protected. At the end of the day, I found this particular one used for a good price and jumped on it and have been very happy.
IMHO, all these types of gig bags are WAY overpriced for what you get. You can buy a really nice, molded hardshell for 1/2 to 1/3 the cost of one of these gig bags and have really good, albeit somewhat inconvenient, protection. I have several of those as well and, similar to you, use them when I will be leaving my bass on the trailer or out of my possession for any period of time and want it under lock and key.
That's a good point about the extra padding in the fusions. Does it move about inside much Jamvan? Oh I see your response above
No it doesn't move. It is moveable/removeable but it has hook velcro and sticks to wherever it is placed inside the bag. If you have one bass, you can place your bass in the bag, take the extra padding and 'outline' your bass to make a custom molded insert for the gig bag.
Yes. Both the added padding and neck cradle are fastened via velcro and removable from the bag if you so desire.
Im sure you could just use it around the edge so as not to interfere and still give some extra padding...
I'd say 1"-2" at most. This is the amount of head space I have on a 34" Fender with the insert installed.
wonder if my 35" would go looks a little tight maybe? Oh and according to their web site the double bag is a little shorter, half inch or so hmmI'd say 1"-2" at most. This is the amount of head space I have on a 34" Fender with the insert installed.
Personally, I love the front lifting hoop. If you've seen me post about gig bags in other threads, this is a must-have for me and one of the main lacking features of the Mono bags.
You also have the two attachment point options for the shoulder straps. This allows you to have it ride at the level you want. If you don't want to have to duck at every door entrance, attach them higher. If you don't want to have the bass hitting you in the butt as you walk, attach them lower. The only drawback being that the attachment hook is not that comfortable for long periods of time (as opposed to straps that are sewn straight to the bag). That being said, you can also take them off alltogether too.
The pockets are just right. The two compartments on the bottom can easily fit a 1" binder, cables, strings and a strap, but is not too big either. I love having the pocket up at the headstock end as well. This is where I keep my compact tuner, picks, earplugs and other small assorted items.
The hard panel protection is really robust. It feels equal or superior to the Mono M80 and Vertigo bags (which I also own). I feel completely confident that it will protect my bass extremely well.
This has everything you describe, only the pockets are bigger and include an organizer, has an additional flatter pocket into which I put strings, comes with a rain bag, and I think it's longer to accommodate longer bases.
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• Might cause harm to nitro finishes --- Where is this coming from? Anyone care to elaborate?? My bass is has a nitro finish.
• Not sure about water protection --- I think they are pretty good against rain. I've never had mine in a heavy downpour except for maybe out the door and into the car. No problems in light showers.
Here is from the MONO page...
"--- extreme resistance to abrasion and the elements. Inside, the plush lining protects delicate custom finishes. So rain or shine, your bass rides first class---"
@hennessybass The summary I posted was a summary of the comments in this thread. Here's reference to a comment about the nitro finish: The definitive "Yes, another gig bag" thread
Wow. Thanks for the link. You just saved me a bunch of time searching back thru the thread.
The "headlock" system in the M80 bag seems to be a nice fabric material, and the velcro cover that goes over it is the same material that the interior of the bag is made of. I have no concern about any of that material messing with my finish. But I guess I could be wrong.
I wonder if the updated "headlock" system in the Vertigo bag is different. It doesn't have the velcro strap, and could possibly be made out of a different material than the system in the M80 bag. Maybe something with some grip to it so the neck doesn't slide around in the absence of the velcro strap that the M80 has? I could see how something with a little grip texture to it could work on a delicate finish.
Maybe someone with knowledge of the Vertigo and the M80 will clear this up.
If I am not mistaken, some of the first run Mono Vertigo's "headlock" system caused some neck marking, but I believe they have cleared that up. While I haven't used mine extensively, I have not noticed it marking any necks.
