Saxophone Cases
A case is a very important part of the kit that makes up your saxophone. All saxophones need a case to be stored in and to be transported in. Saxophones have some of their parts taken apart when they are stored in their cases and therefore have several sections. Cases generally have firm foam put inside the case so that the case protects the parts of the saxophone from shock if it gets dropped or bashed around. Many saxophone cases have areas for accessories and spare parts such as spare ligatures, reeds, lubricating oils, cork greases and cleaning cloths.
Gig Bags
Gig are a manufacturer of instrument cases and make cases for most popular instruments. In the list of their most popular of selling cases are flute, violin and saxophone cases. The main attraction of gig bags are the colours that they come in. It is possible to order your gig bag for saxophone in many different bright colours which will appeal to children as well as adults.
Gig bags are made of a durable, waterproof material called rayon canvas and packed inside with high density internal foam padding. One of the original features of gig bags is that they have what is called a ‘grab handle’. This handle is a small one above the straps which is easy and quick to pick the case up from. This is featured on all gig bags with straps on the back. The straps on this gig bag are full ones and have reflectors on the back. Many musicians who travel by bicycle use gig bags as the straps are suitable for using on long journeys.
Rampone & Cazzani
The gig cases are what is known as ‘soft’ cases and some cases have harder exteriors such as the following case made by Rampone & Cazzini. This case however is not suitable for saxophones with detatchable necks but it is a good example of the hard cases that are available on the market.
GRRR Alto Case
These cases are really visually appealing. They are also very lightweight and when this is coupled with a hard shell. The funky designs are on the inside and the outside of the case, the inside of the case is furry. The case has zip fastenings and a shoulder strap with inside sections for accessories and spare parts.
Rosetti Cases
This Rosetti case is very hard and incredibly lightweight, its bright red colour also appeals to younger children which is good as this case is for an alto saxophone which many children start to learn on. It has double padded back straps and sections on the inside of the case for different accessories.
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