MingLoo Posted September 2, 2006 Report Share Posted September 2, 2006 Hi: I am looking for views regarding what violin case will protect a violin, in intensive travel schedule? BAM looks like waterproofing, but I'm not sure...some complaints? Thanks you.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melvin Goldsmith Posted September 3, 2006 Report Share Posted September 3, 2006 I use Hiscox cases. They are advertised as being able to withstand a full grown man standing on them. They are robust and nicely fitted. They might be a bit heavier and a bit 'old fashioned' compared to some other cases but you can spend another $2000 for carbon fibre case that is lighter but probably not so strong. These are what I personally use as a maker... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BinkWms Posted September 3, 2006 Report Share Posted September 3, 2006 I've used the BAM backpacker for several years with great success. No problems on planes; great thermal insulation; comfortable to wear backpack style; comes with rain hood. I would highly recommend it. I also like the Negri cases and have several; but not for travel. www.fineviolincases.com is one of the websites that has them available along with most of the major online retailers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tets Kimura Posted September 3, 2006 Report Share Posted September 3, 2006 Another vote for Hiscox cases. I've heard a story of a player whose Hiscox case was crushed by an automatic door on a bus. The case was buckled, but the violin survived without scratch. Another violin in a different case was apparently totally destroyed in the same incident. I have to say they are pretty heavy, though. Tets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MingLoo Posted September 3, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2006 I have a violin Negri and a BAM double. The Hiscox I had not heard of before, thank you. They look interesting from their webpage, but I could not find a dealer in the US? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melvin Goldsmith Posted September 4, 2006 Report Share Posted September 4, 2006 I just did a Google search on Hiscox and found a UK supplier with Dollar pricing who obviously exports to USA . So that could be an option....Tho I'd be suprised if no US dealers carry Hiscox violin cases...my cursory search showed guitar cases available. (Hiscox used to be a guitar maker) I can't emphasise my like of the Hiscox case enough!.(I guess I'm a bit proud of the fact that they are British too) In my opinion these cases seem way under priced for what they are..In terms of instrument protection and value I do not think there is a case out there to match!...If you want solid no nonsense protection like I do I fully recomend. The only downside of a Hiscox is that they are not as light in weight as some cases....I am happy to live with that! I like BAM cases too and like BinkWms I use a BAM backpacker for flying. It is a lovely case and very well thought out but given the problems with flying these days I might take a Hiscox because I'm pretty sure it is stronger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodland Posted September 4, 2006 Report Share Posted September 4, 2006 I've had an American Case Continental for over 20 years. It's received a good amount of use and it's held up very well. A bit heavy, but it offers excellent protection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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