One of the most common OEM questions we get is: what sizes should a gig bag line cover? The answer depends on your target market, but a well-planned line covers at least these four acoustic profiles.
3/4 and 1/2 Size Guitars
Student guitars and travel guitars need compact bags around 36-38 inches total length. These are the volume sellers in school markets.
Dreadnought
The dreadnought is the classic full-size acoustic, requiring approximately 41-42 inch bags with deep lower bouts. This is the core size of any acoustic line.
Jumbo and Auditorium
Jumbo bodies need extra depth; auditorium shapes fit standard dreadnought bags. If you sell to gigging players, cover both.
Classical (Nylon String)
Classical guitars are shorter and wider at the waist. Never substitute a steel-string bag. Dedicated classical bags have different proportions and headstock cradles.
Sizing Checklist for OEM Buyers
- Total interior length in inches
- Lower bout width and depth
- Neck and headstock cradle type
- Padding zones (headstock, neck, lower bout)
Malostation offers gig bags in all four acoustic profiles with fully custom sizing. Send us your guitar dimensions and we will spec the bag around your instrument.