Thomann E-Bass Gigbag Eco

I use this light, simple Gigbag to transport my Bass or E-Guitar (too "big" for Electric guitar, don't care) to many jams etc, usually by bike. With pedals and other things I am carrying, I already have enough weight on my back, so I appreciate that it is so light. That does means less protection, it is not padded, just a simple cover with zippers, handle and backpack straps. Hence it is not suitable for touring or expensive/coddled instruments.

The zippers and backpack straps have held up nicely! during these 4.5 years. The pocket can really hold a lot more than it appears at first glance, 2 pedals, 3 cables and a bottle of Club Mate and then some.

The only "downside" is that, since they are such a good deal, everyone has them. More than once I almost grabbed the wrong bag to take home at a Jam sesh because several people had same gigbag hehe. Easily solved, I just put some white Gaffer tape on visible spots.

I bought this when I ordered my Harley Benton Bass which I intended to use just for some home recording. The Gigbag does exactly what I needed, gives a little protection and keeps the dust off when I am not using it. Material feels fine, It has a nice big pocket in the front, basic unpadded straps to carry on your back if needed and a comfortable hand strap. If you are looking for something light, this is for you, if you think your bass is gonna get knocked around a little I would go for something with more padding, also if you have to walk with it on your back for a while. Other than that it was well worth the money.

This bag is ideal if you are looking for an easy and inexpensive way to carry your bass on small journeys, or you simple want to keep it relatively dust free at home.

It's bare bones, with no real supportive structure and only minimal padding, although it's better than nothing. The material is strong, and surprisingly enough the stitching and strapping is all well secured and adequately supportive, at least on mine.

I wouldn't expect this bag to provide any more than superficial protection on any kind of car journey or similar, although you'd really need a hard shell case for that, which makes the point somewhat moot.