Guitar Case Size Guide
A practical reference for matching cases and gig bags to common instrument sizes. Use this when choosing a case or designing a custom line.
Electric Guitars
| Body Style | Total Length | Body Width | Recommended Bag |
| Stratocaster / Telecaster | 38-39 in (96-99 cm) | 12.5 in (32 cm) | Electric gig bag |
| Les Paul / Double Cut | 39-40 in (99-102 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) | Electric gig bag |
| SG | 39 in (99 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) | Electric gig bag |
Acoustic Guitars
| Body Size | Total Length | Lower Bout | Recommended Case |
| 3/4 (36 in) | 36-38 in (91-96 cm) | 14 in (36 cm) | Acoustic gig bag / case |
| Concert (38-39 in) | 38-39 in (96-99 cm) | 15 in (38 cm) | Acoustic case |
| Dreadnought (41 in) | 40-41 in (102-104 cm) | 15.5-16 in (39-41 cm) | Acoustic hardshell / semi-hard |
| Jumbo | 42-43 in (107-109 cm) | 17 in (43 cm) | Jumbo case |
Bass Guitars
Bass bodies are longer and heavier. Standard electric bass total length runs 44-46 in (112-117 cm). Always use a dedicated bass bag or case — guitar bags are usually too short.
Other Instruments
- Classical guitar: 38-39 in, wider waist — classical-specific cases.
- Violin (4/4): body 14 in — violin case with suspension.
- Ukulele: concert 23-24 in, tenor 26 in, baritone 30 in.
- Mandolin: teardrop body — mandolin-specific case.
Planning a custom line? Send us your instrument dimensions and we will spec the right case pattern, or ask for a sizing consultation.