The Ultimate Trumpet/Flugel Case

jhatpro · Posted: Fri Feb 18, 2005 8:19 pm Post subject: The Ultimate Trumpet/Flugel Case

In your experience, what's the strongest, lightest, most compact and most protective case that's large enough for a Bb, a flugel, and at least a harmon and cup mute?
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"The notes are there - find them.” Mingus

2021 Martinus Geelan Custom
2005 Bach 180-72R
1965 Getzen Eterna Severinsen
1946 Conn Victor
1998 Scodwell flugel
1986 Bach 181 cornet
1954 Conn 80A cornet
2002 Getzen bugle

nextbrassguy · Heavyweight Member Joined: 21 Oct 2003 Posts: 1428

I'm pleased with my Reunion Blues Super Triple. Room for 2 Bb trumpets and a flugel or one Bb, one flugel, and lots of other stuff. Good looks and good protection, too.

jhatpro · Posted: Sat Feb 19, 2005 11:41 am Post subject:

How do you tell the triple from the double? I ask because I, too, have a Reunion Blues bag. It holds a Bb or C and a flugel but there's scarcely any additional room.

It has a padded "evelope" that fits between the two horns that, I suppose, could hold a pic or a mute or two but it would be pretty tight. Also, when I fit two horns in the bag, I notice that the backbows are snug against the sides and I worry they are susceptible to damage. Hasn't happened yet but...
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Jim Hatfield

"The notes are there - find them.” Mingus

2021 Martinus Geelan Custom
2005 Bach 180-72R
1965 Getzen Eterna Severinsen
1946 Conn Victor
1998 Scodwell flugel
1986 Bach 181 cornet
1954 Conn 80A cornet
2002 Getzen bugle

jhatpro · Posted: Sat Feb 19, 2005 11:54 am Post subject:

I think I figured out what I have and what I need. I checked one of the Websites that offers details on RB bags and the triple measures 20 x 10 x 10 on the inside, which is what I have. They also make a tpt/flugel bag with an interior that measures 21 x 11 x 9. The latter has a padded shelf for mutes. I'm guessing the extra inch would provide a little more protection for the backbows.
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Jim Hatfield

"The notes are there - find them.” Mingus

2021 Martinus Geelan Custom
2005 Bach 180-72R
1965 Getzen Eterna Severinsen
1946 Conn Victor
1998 Scodwell flugel
1986 Bach 181 cornet
1954 Conn 80A cornet
2002 Getzen bugle

kevinwoods · Posted: Sat Feb 19, 2005 1:07 pm Post subject:

Hello,

Check out Wiseman Cases, out of the U.K. Their cases are compact, not too heavy, look great, and perform excellent. Plus, they are warrantied for life. They have several combinations to choose from, including trumpet, flugel, mutes. They are very pricey, but provide great protection.
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jhatpro · Posted: Sat Feb 19, 2005 4:30 pm Post subject:

Thanks, guys. Any idea how much a Wiseman tpt/flugel case weighs? The RB tpt/flugel is 7.3 pounds.
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Jim Hatfield

"The notes are there - find them.” Mingus

2021 Martinus Geelan Custom
2005 Bach 180-72R
1965 Getzen Eterna Severinsen
1946 Conn Victor
1998 Scodwell flugel
1986 Bach 181 cornet
1954 Conn 80A cornet
2002 Getzen bugle

BigBadWolf · Posted: Sat Feb 19, 2005 4:45 pm Post subject:

What about the RB Super triple? I have used (and still use) the normal triple and have noticed that it does put a good amount of stress on the horns (when used with tpt and flugel). But, I have seen the super triple and it appears to have a lot more room (you can put 3 full sized horns in it).
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jhatpro · Posted: Sat Feb 19, 2005 5:33 pm Post subject:

The super triple is 21.5x11.5x11 and weighs 9.4 pounds. Not sure I need that much space for a tpt/flugel and a couple of mutes. Besides, that's starting to push the airline carryon limits which, according to the Travel Insider Website is a "maximum of 45" in the form of a 22x14x9 bag."

The more I think about it, the tpt/flugel bag is just enough larger than triple I have to enable me to fit two horns and mutes in without forcing anything.

Music 123 has the tpt/flugel in leather for $239.99 with free shipping. They are backordered until March 5, however.
_________________
Jim Hatfield

"The notes are there - find them.” Mingus

2021 Martinus Geelan Custom
2005 Bach 180-72R
1965 Getzen Eterna Severinsen
1946 Conn Victor
1998 Scodwell flugel
1986 Bach 181 cornet
1954 Conn 80A cornet
2002 Getzen bugle

music matters · Posted: Sun Feb 20, 2005 8:02 am Post subject:

I have also heard good reports about the Marcus Bonna hard cases. I have ordered one but it has not arrived as yet so can't comment personally but it maybe be worth considering.

MM

jhatpro · Posted: Sun Feb 20, 2005 9:45 am Post subject:

I, too, have heard good things about the Bona case, but I've never seen one nor known anyone who has. I wonder if they really exist or are, instead, the Unicorns of musical casedom.
_________________
Jim Hatfield

"The notes are there - find them.” Mingus

2021 Martinus Geelan Custom
2005 Bach 180-72R
1965 Getzen Eterna Severinsen
1946 Conn Victor
1998 Scodwell flugel
1986 Bach 181 cornet
1954 Conn 80A cornet
2002 Getzen bugle

brad333 · Posted: Sun Feb 20, 2005 10:09 am Post subject:

I posted my experince with the MB Quad here -> http://www.trumpetherald.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=31258

jhatpro · Posted: Sun Feb 20, 2005 10:29 am Post subject:

Thanks, Brad. Not sure the MB is for me. The only time I need two horns is for a big band gig and I think the Reunion Blues tpt/flugel bag will be just the ticket for me.
_________________
Jim Hatfield

"The notes are there - find them.” Mingus

2021 Martinus Geelan Custom
2005 Bach 180-72R
1965 Getzen Eterna Severinsen
1946 Conn Victor
1998 Scodwell flugel
1986 Bach 181 cornet
1954 Conn 80A cornet
2002 Getzen bugle

Mlockman · Posted: Sun Feb 20, 2005 1:09 pm Post subject:

I find the Reunion Blues Double in leather is a fine case. No problems ever and very high quality. Yes even the ones made overseas are as good as the ones made in San Fan.
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