Industry Insights

Bass gig bags need to handle weight and length. The right bag protects without fighting the player. Why bass bags are different Basses are longer (44-46 in) and heavier (9-12 lb) than guitars. Bags need thicker padding and stronger straps. What to check Interior length for the exact bass scale (34 in standard). Padding 10mm+

Launching a case line is a product-planning exercise. Here is the sequence that works for most music brands. Step 1: Define the range Pick 3-5 instruments, then 2 tiers (gig bag + hardshell) per instrument. Start with electric and acoustic — the biggest markets. Step 2: Choose colors Black sells first. Add 2-3 brand colors,

Parents and teachers buy most student violin cases. Here is what matters at each price point. Protection basics Hard shell for school and travel — wood, fiberglass or ABS. Padded bag for storage and short trips. Bow holders: at least 2, with padding between bows. Comfort and fit Suspension or foam cushions inside — no

Launching a guitar case brand looks simple — source a case, add a logo, sell it. The brands that last do a few things differently. Here is the sequence we recommend. Step 1: Define your product range Start narrow. One hero line (e.g. hard cases for dreadnought acoustics) beats ten random models. Add gig bags,

Baritone guitars sit between standard and bass scale lengths. Their cases need extra length and proper neck support. What fits a baritone Most baritones are 27-30 in scale. Total length runs 44-47 in — longer than standard 6-string cases. Case options Hard case: maximum protection for shipping. Padded bag: lighter for local use. Semi-hard: middle

Choosing between gig bags and hardshell cases is a business decision, not just a product decision. Here is a framework for brands. Ask three questions How does the end customer travel? (plane / car / local) What price point are you selling at? What protection story does your brand tell? Gig bags suit Entry price

Banjos divide into two families that need different case shapes. Getting the fit right protects the rim and tone. Resonator banjos Have a closed back and a deeper body. They need cases with resonator depth — usually ~4-5 in interior depth. Open-back banjos Lighter, shallower. Fit in slim cases or padded bags. More forgiving on

Bows need cases too. The right bow case protects the stick, hair and tip between sessions. Why bows need cases Bow hair is fragile and temperature-sensitive. A hard case prevents warping, broken tips and hair damage in travel. Types Single bow case: one bow, hard or padded. Double bow case: two bows, common for pros.

OEM and ODM are used loosely in sourcing conversations. The distinction changes who owns the design and who pays for tooling. OEM — you own the design You bring drawings, CAD files or a sample. The factory produces to your spec. You own the design and typically pay for molds and tooling. ODM — the

7-string guitars are longer and wider than standard 6-strings. Their cases need specific sizing to fit properly. What fits a 7-string Most 7-strings run 25.5-27 in scale and up to 40 in total length. The headstock is wider with 7 tuners — check headstock pocket fit. Case options Hard case: protection for shipping and touring.