Protec PB305CT Tenor Saxophone PRO PAC Case - Contoured (Black)
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My son has this case, while I have a Protec contoured case with leather exterior (I believe they are the same case, with the exception that his has a canvas exterior and mine has leather). My tenor is a Selmer Mark VI with a 6 inch bell diameter. My horn fits comfortably in the case; it does not move around inside, and the case does not appear to be too small when closed. My son has a Yamaha student model horn; I have not measured the bell of his horn, but it appears to fit perfectly; I hope this information is helpful.
Hello, I am by no means an expert on this subject, but I'll share my thoughts with you anyway. I purchased the case for my daughter's Martin Handcraft (I do not play the saxophone, but she does). ) I chose this case because it was wide enough to accommodate the split bell found on vintage Martins (keys on both sides of the bell). This XL case, according to Protec, was created specifically for this purpose or for large bell saxes. The Martin's bell is only 5 inches in diameter. 5", but due to the split bell, the case fits it snugly and prevents the keys from being crushed. The vintage's shape may also aid fit, with a slightly longer bell and a tall bow guard ensuring a snug fit. Your King Super 20 is, in my opinion, a large-scale project. As advertised by Protec, this XL case should be suitable for a bell sax. Also, the standard case is only 6" wide inside, whereas the XL is 7" wide, according to the Protec website. Finally, I believe you are receiving an excellent deal. Cheers.
It should fit any saxophone with a rh bell key. I have a 45 Zephyr that fits perfectly into the case.
I'm not familiar with your YTS-related activities. 62, but it's a perfect fit for my Mk VI, plug all. In the outside pocket, there's plenty of room for reeds, mouthpieces, and other small items.
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It was the right decision to return the Pro Tec Max case and replace it with this one. I was skeptical of the bottom-side pouch, but if it's left empty, I believe I'll avoid the issue that caused me to return the other case: When the door is opened, it tends to tip over. I put this theory to the test with all of the necessary materials (neck strap, reeds, and auxiliary t-shirt). This version is stable because it stores items (such as a shirt, etc. ) in the top pouch. I'm a little disappointed that this means I'll only be able to use one pouch. I'd rather they hadn't put one there in the first place. At the very least, the usable one is the larger of the two, with the fancy organizer thingy inside. br>br>This case fits my horn (a Yanagisawa T-1). 902 clone) looks great, though the neck cutout is a little strange. It's a good size and shape, and I think it'll work out. safe and secure However, a Velcro strap is attached to the octave key arm. I'm not a big fan of it right now, but we'll see how it develops. The spacing between the padding on the top half of the case and the bow of the horn is a flaw in my opinion. I'm feeling pressed up against the low-hanging fruit. As the case closes, the C key serves as a guard. I'm happy to see a nice beefy support up at the neck joint, and enough clearance below the main body that the left palm keys and the left pinky keys don't come into contact. I can't say anything about the stock case because I don't have the authority to do so. (Which is now in the trash)br>br>Due to the wood shell, denser foam interior, and heavier fabric and zippers, this case is much heavier than the MAX version. However, the increased weight will most likely result in a longer lifespan and better protection of the instrument when it is in heavy use. which, in this case, will not be seen. The horn was bought with the intention of being used. requiring the use of a home studio as well as teaching in public schools As a result, it will always be in the hands of adults and kept in a safe place.
I'm not going to lie, it's not exactly what I was hoping for, but it does the trick. I prefer rectangular cases, but I have a 1960s horn, and most newer cases won't fit a horn with tone holes on the bell's left side. Having said that, it appears to be well constructed. I've had no trouble using the case to its full potential; in fact, the front pocket is large enough for my flute in a French style case. br>br>I docked a star because this was the fourth case I purchased in an attempt to find one that would fit my older horn. This is the only one that fits out of the four I received, but it's also the only one that requires you to buy the straps to turn it into a backpack. I have small children, so I need to hold their hands a lot, and it would have been nice if it came with backpack straps, like the other Protec bags I bought. In addition, I'm not sure why the neck and mouthpiece in this case were changed. When they could have made simple drop-ins, the large velcro straps that go over these pieces are a bit silly. Like all of their other cases, they have a few spots where they can hide. br>br>Otherwise, a strong case can be made.
I just bought my second one after my first one broke; I love the backpack feature because it makes traveling so much easier, but I wish they were more durable. All of the velcro connectors had worn out after a year. The worst part is the inside velcro latch on the mouthpiece, which can come loose and fly around the case, causing damage to your horn and the case itself. After about a year and a half, the zipper latches broke off, making it difficult to open, and the zipper became stuck soon after. It happened at the worst possible time, as I was about to take the stage with some heavy hitters at the House of Blues in New Orleans, and I had to cut the zipper open to get the horn out. I had a 6 a. m. flight to the Brooklyn Bowl in New York the next morning, so I had to duck tape the case shut to keep it safe. With over 200 performances a year, rehearsals, and rigorous worldwide touring, I realize I'm probably an outlier and will likely use this case more than the average consumer, but it would be nice if it was more durable. I still recommend it, but expect it to wear out quickly if you use it frequently.
It appears to be in good condition. it was Only time will tell how well it stands up to the test of time. After some use, I'll try to update. This was purchased for my MKVI tenor, and the tipper was a review that stated that it fit their MKVI "like a glove. " That's correct! br>I'm particularly fond of the strap-on version. in the mouthpiece recesses a neck piece It is no longer necessary to place these in bags or other containers to keep them from swaying. This is a velcro-attached item. Time will tell how tough they are now that they are fastened; Velcro tends to break down over time. br>The case closes with a zipper, so there are no hasps or catches to fumble with or worry about, but if the zipper fails, the bungies can be used. The zipper appears to be of high quality, so it should outlast the case's other wear points. The zipper handles (there are two on either end of the case) have openings large enough for a small lock, though I don't recall locking my case more than a few times in my many decades of playing. br>There is no generalized storage area inside the case, but there are two outside pouches, one of which would be limited to a small amount of very flat items due to its location on the bottom of the case in relation to how it is opened. For storage, I would prefer a rectangular version of this case, but that would put it in a much higher price range. This will suffice as a replacement for a worn case that didn't fit my horn well, and I already carry an accessory bag, so it's not a big deal. br>It's a little heavy, but it should hold up well. Are you in search of some illumination? A gig bag is an option. br>Assuming it will hold up reasonably well, this is an excellent buy, and I would hold the apparent quality up favorably next to cases costing nearly three times as much, short of an actual flight case, though one would expect cases in that price range to last a lifetime; other reviews seem to show it to be fairly hardy, with a few years of good service being acceptable. Hopefully, things will return to normal, and I'll be able to play enough to warrant one of those "lifetime" cases once more!.
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