When hustling to get to a gig or practice, or carrying-on your guitar when flying, employing a gigbag is a guaranteed liberating experience from a clunky, hardshell case. Here are 10 options that will get you and your guitar where you’re going—safe, sound, and stealthier.
GRUV GEAR
GigBlade2
Featuring a grippy shoulder strap and an included weather cover, this bag uses a unique side-carry design for a more comfortable, practical way to carry your instrument.
$199 street
gruvgear.com
LEVY’S LEATHERS
Deluxe Gig Bag
This lightweight gigbag protects guitars with 25 mm foam-padded walls and an interior foam block with a hook-and-loop guitar-neck strap for added support.
$129 street
levysleathers.com
ROCKREADY
VoloFeaturing a durable outer covering, thick padding to protect against drops, neck support, and reflective piping, this gigbag also has a secret top pocket for keys, phone, etc.
$159 street
getrockready.com
MUSIC AREA CASES
WIND30This carrier boasts ultra-thick interior padding, an adjustable neck cradle, spacious storage pockets, and ergonomic “s-type” shoulder straps with massage cushions.
$181 street
musicarea.cn
MONO
M80 StealthDesigned with the minimalist in mind thanks to inside storage pockets, this top-loading bag features a water-resistant sharkskin shell finish and plush lining for superior guitar protection.
$199 street
monocreators.com
GATOR
Transit SeriesFeaturing an adjustable and removable 3-point interior padding system and 20-mm-thick foam, these gigbags also have protective rubber tread on their bottoms.
$109 street
gatorcases.com
COFFIN
Agony SeriesThese gigbags feature a lightweight and flat design, durable 600D polyester exterior, 20 mm padding, a plush diamond tuck interior, and a large front pocket.
$49 street
coffingear.com
REUNION BLUES
RBX Oxford SeriesThe protection system for these bags is made up of lightweight multi-layer foam with strategically placed impact panels, as well as a dense foam neck cradle and end-pin rest.
$119 street
reunionblues.com
ROAD RUNNER
Highway SeriesWith thick, protective 20 mm internal foam, these double-lid-designed bags also feature corrugated front and back boards for impact resistance without adding weight.
$131 street
roadrunnercases.com
IBANEZ
Powerpad Designer CollectionAvailable in multiple colors, these affordable bags feature four storage compartments, 15-mm-thick cushioning, and an interior belt that securely grips and braces the neck of your guitar.
$38 street
ibanez.com
TKL
4730 Black Belt Deluxe
This gigbag is suitable for most common electric guitar models, especially Strat-, Tele-, and PRS-style guitars. Features include a durable and water-resistant nylon exterior, 12 mm foam padding, Comfort-Grip handle, accessory pockets, and backpack-style shoulder straps.
Street: $41.99
tkl.com
SKB
1SKB-GB66
Constructed of durable ballistic nylon with heavy-duty dual zippers and SKB pull tabs, this gigbag fits most standard solidbody electric guitars. It includes a three-tiered front-side accessory pouch, plus a smaller compartment in the soft, nylon-padded interior.
Street: $39.99
skbcases.com
DIAMOND TACTICAL
TACC-1 Single Electric
Inspired by the designs employed by elite military forces, these gigbags are both rugged and functional. An integrated webbing system lets players customize their cases with a wide range of modular accessory pouches.
Street: $99.99 (base model)
diamondtactical.net
GATOR CASES
ProGo G-PG Electric
This deluxe gigbag boasts a durable nylon exterior, ultra-thick padded sidewalls, and an interior lined with micro-fleece. An adjustable foam cradle secures the neck, while a foam block protects the guitar’s bottom.
Street: $149.99
gatorcases.net
MONO
Guitar Sleeve™
A minimalist solution for traveling light, MONO’s new Sleeve™ collection merges innovative protection with high-quality construction in a slim, stylish, and budget-conscious design.
Street: $149.99
monocreators.com
REUNION BLUES
RBX-2E
Reunion Blues has added double gigbag models to their RBX line. The RBX-2E boasts a sleek and lightweight design, quilted chevron exterior, multi-layer foam surrounds, strategically placed impact panels, dense foam neck cradles, and endpin rests in both compartments.
Street: $189.95
reunionblues.com
ULTIMATE SUPPORT
USS1-EG
Ultimate Support Series ONE gigbags balance price and performance. Features include thick foam padding, soft nylex interiors, three external accessories pockets, ergonomic backpack straps, adjustable interior compartments, custom pulls, and padded neck supports.
Street: $79.99
ultimatesupport.com
ACCESS CASES
AB3EGHB Stage Three Hard Bag
Access Stage Three gigbags offer hardshell protection via 1200-denier exteriors, which cloak composite shells formed from layers of high-density foam and polymer panels. The bags boast plush interiors, adjustable neck supports, large zippered pockets, and ergonomically padded shoulder straps.
Street: $149
carryaccess.com
GLENN Cronkhite CUSTOM CASES
Leather Gigbag
Working from 300 different patterns, Glenn Cronkhite offers handmade, top-of-the-line gigbags in both leather and nylon cordura, ensuring superior fit and protection for guitars of almost all types and sizes. Shown: Chronkhite’s leather 335-style bag.
Street: $385 (price varies according to pattern, materials, and other options)
glenncronkhite.com
LEVY’S LEATHERS
LM18
This genuine leather electric guitar gigbag comes in a variety of colors. It features 1" foam padding, plush interior lining, and protective leather patches for the headstock and bridge. Also standard are leather handles, double-zipper pulls, heavyweight 2" shoulder straps, and accessory pockets.
MSRP: $486.24
levysleathers.com
FUSION BAGS
Urban Series Electric Guitar
Designed for protection and portability, these lightweight gigbags can be expanded with Fusion’s “Fuse-On” accessory bags. Features include a snug-fit inner collar, 20 mm high-density foam padding, a water-resistant rip-stop exterior, and a heavy-duty rubberized base.
Street: $195 (base model)
fusion-bags.com
