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We have cases from Musafia Italia, Bobelock, Bam, SKB, and Pro-Tec, Reunion Blues, Cushy, Altieri and others.
Prices for some models in our inventory are available only by request. Don't hesitate to ask if you are interested in one of these products. You can also e-mail us with your desired price range and we will suggest a list of cases.
Many products not listed may be available by special order. If you are looking for a specific make and model not available on our site, please ask. We can probably get it for you quickly and at a great price.
Click on any case as if you were going to buy it to see its shipping cost and inventory status. Most cases are always available. Others are available in 1-2 weeks, sometimes longer.
Cases for Four Violins are available by special order. Contact us if you are interested.
Replacement covers for your case are available by special order. Please email us the model and manufacturer of your case and we will see if an original factory cover is available. Installation is required but simple if you know how to use a screwdriver.
Please email us if you have any questions while you are browsing. We strive to reply as quickly as possible to your message.
International Shipping Size limitations to some countries may restrict case shipments to you entirely, or add to the shipping cost of your order. Violin and Viola cases are almost always accepted by Post or other shippers. Cello case shipments are restricted to the 50 US states, but we will quote an Air Freight cost if you request. You will be contacted by e-mail if your order is complicated by any restrictions.
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 What's in a Violin Case? Most Violin and Viola cases have a plywood shell. Less commonly the shell is made from plastic or foam. Foam shell cases such as the Bam violin and viola cases are very lightweight, but lack the rigidity of wood. But they have better resistance to changes in humidity and temperature. People have driven a car over a wood shell case and the instrument survived. Cello cases are also being made of wood, but plastic models have become more popular for their lighter weight. However, the Winter Carry-Lite is light for a wood shell case. Use of fibreglass in cello cases has declined, but flight cases are still made  this way. Fibreglass can crack, especially when cold, and fibreglass production uses chemicals whose emissions are potentially harmful to the environment.
Suspension versus Non-Suspension. A common question from our customers is related to suspension padding. A non suspension case still has pads, but not as much so as suspension cases. Most cases are called Suspension, but if you are on a budget, don't be afraid to order a non-suspension case. One of the finest cases in the world, Gordge, is a non suspension case.
Air Travel with your Instrument. If you're a violin or viola player, traveling with your instrument is simple. Just take it on board with you. Cellists and Bassists either have to buy an extra seat, or check their precious instruments in baggage where anything might happen to it. A special shipping case is in order, such as the SBS flight case for Bass (cello case coming soon), or the Take-Off flight case for 4/4 Cello. Both of these products have special padding and inflation devices to ensure a safe trip for your instrument. Click on either of these products to learn more. As an alternative for Cellists, Bam makes the Flight Cover, a foam padded cover that fits Bam Cello cases. The great feature of this product is that you can remove it when you reach your destination then use your case as usual.
Shipping your Instrument The nicest thing you can do for your instrument is remove the fittings before shipping. The likelihood of a damage free voyage increases if there is no bridge, tailpiece, strings or pegs. Knock the sound post over as well. The Chinrest can stay if it's tightened securely. Put all the parts in a bag so they don't roll around in the case during transit and scratch the varnish. If you must leave the instrument set up, at least tune it down a 1/2 step to remove some tension. Wrap the bridge and tailpiece with padding in case they become loose and float around inside the case. Bubble wrap sometimes leaves an impression in certain types of varnish so use something else for padding. Add padding underneath the fingerboard in case the neck comes out. Wrap around the pegbox so a peg can't work its way loose. Ship by air, overnight if possible, and insure the package for full value. If you have instrument insurance, be sure you are covered in case of total loss during shipping.
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