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cmac3317 Heavyweight Member
Joined: 22 Jan 2007 Posts: 528 Location: Raleigh, NC
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Posted: Thu May 09, 2024 7:05 am Post subject: Best Single Trumpet Backpack Style Case? |
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I've got a Torpedo Classic, which is obviously a great case, but my pinky hook keeps catching on the lining when I take it out and this has caused a hole in the lining. I'm working on getting that repaired (and I'd prefer not to mess with the hook on my horn), but my first valve slide also often falls out in that case, which is mildly annoying and once put me in a tight spot after having transferred my horn to a different case without noticing it had fallen out.
So, basically, I'm wondering what any of you consider to be great backpack-style single trumpet cases that aren't Torpedo bags. Ideally, I'd like it to be pretty protective and not just a gig bag. I'm intrigued by the Protec Max case but wonder if that would be too soft.
Anyways, I'd appreciate any thoughts/suggestions, thanks! _________________ "eventually, the listeners move right along with the musicians." -john coltrane
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stuartissimo Heavyweight Member
Joined: 17 Dec 2021 Posts: 1036 Location: Europe
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Posted: Thu May 09, 2024 8:46 pm Post subject: |
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I couldn’t find whether the MAX has a hard shell, so I presume it doesn’t? If not, I suppose it depends on how rigid the foam insert is.
Have you considered the Protec Contoured trumpet case? It looks fairly similar except that does have a hard shell (I use one myself and I l’m pretty happy with it). It doesn’t have a side pocket like the Max but you can wear it with a backpack if you carry it using the shoulder band diagonally across the chest.
Of course, it’s not as protective as a Torpedo but that’s pretty much a given for any case… _________________ 1975 Olds Recording trumpet
1997 Getzen 700SP trumpet
1955 Olds Super cornet
1939 Buescher 280 flugelhorn
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LittleRusty Heavyweight Member
Joined: 11 Aug 2004 Posts: 12699 Location: Gardena, Ca
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Posted: Thu May 09, 2024 9:49 pm Post subject: |
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Perhaps an anti-tarnish bag would be an option. I believe people sell them online but I made mine with anti-tarnish cloth from Joann fabrics. It is basically just a pouch/bag that has a drawstring to close it.
The bag would prevent the hook from catching and the slide being left behind. |
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abontrumpet Heavyweight Member
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Posted: Fri May 10, 2024 4:47 am Post subject: |
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The Torpedo is basically the size of a double case. So, the Yamaha Artist faux leather double case that comes with the Yamaha Artist horns. You can orient your horn so the first valve doesn't fall out, and you have a slot for snacks. Most cool kids are using the Gard Double, which is soft, but for some reason very popular. I don't think I've seen a single case in years as life is too short to not have snacks. |
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Tivolian Regular Member
Joined: 22 May 2018 Posts: 86 Location: Upstate New York
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Posted: Fri May 10, 2024 11:43 am Post subject: |
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Fusion Urban Trumpet "bag" is great. Light, protective, comfortable to wear, and has a decent amount of space for music, mutes, etc. Worth checking out, I think. _________________ Tivolian |
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bixtone Veteran Member
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Posted: Fri May 10, 2024 7:08 pm Post subject: |
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I have the new Bags of Spain EV-3 single hard shell case and it is fantastic. Smaller than the Torpedo with room for a couple of mutes plus other stuff. Mine came with backpack straps though it is so small I just use a shoulder strap. _________________ Besson MEHA
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a.kemp Heavyweight Member
Joined: 28 Aug 2008 Posts: 681 Location: NYC
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cmac3317 Heavyweight Member
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Brassnose Heavyweight Member
Joined: 07 Mar 2016 Posts: 2117 Location: Germany
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Posted: Tue May 14, 2024 10:54 am Post subject: |
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I am selling this one right now
https://musik-gillhaus.de/Compact-Double-Trumpet-Case-Schagerl/17843
It’s a double case but I did use it for one trumpet (piston or rotary) plus „the stuff“ (mutes, oils, cap, …). Also has a pouch for two mouthpieces and a large pocket for music on the outside. Really nice case but I prefer my Fusion Urban Triple and basically never used this one. Fits bell sizes up to 140 mm.
It’s not practical to ship mine to the US but if you can find one locally, they are worth checking out. _________________ 2019 Martin Schmidt eXcellence
1992 Bach 43GH/43
1989 Kühnl & Hoyer Model 15 flugel
1980/2023 Custom Blessing Scholastic C 😎
1977 Conn 6B
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cheiden Heavyweight Member
Joined: 28 Sep 2004 Posts: 8938 Location: Orange County, CA
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Posted: Tue May 14, 2024 12:56 pm Post subject: |
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My daughter seems to like her Protec Max contoured case well enough. I confess that I've not used it as all and can't provide my own experience. _________________ "I'm an engineer, which means I think I know a whole bunch of stuff I really don't."
Charles J Heiden/So Cal
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maksimgopanchuk New Member
Joined: 29 Sep 2015 Posts: 8 Location: Ukraine
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Posted: Sun Jun 02, 2024 8:07 am Post subject: Re: Best Single Trumpet Backpack Style Case? |
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I would recommend checking out the trumpet cases from MG Leather Work. They are made of genuine leather and offer excellent quality.
https://mgleatherwork.com/collections/trumpet-accessories _________________ Bach 37-43
Getzen
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EdwardsG2
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