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SKB 44 RW ATA Bass Guitar Safe

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SKB 44 RW ATA Bass Guitar Safe
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A no brainer for flights, really
Der Student Anselmus 10.09.2019
There is very little I can say about this: it is just one of those things you have to buy if you want to travel comfortably. Just get the thing already because it works and, if you think you can lug around a 10K flight case with a bass in it, you are probably grossly overestimating your strength.

Yes, I understand some reviewers are concerned with what would happen were somebody to drop a piano on it, or the rather academic scenario of somebody running over your instruments with a tank. Fair enough, it probably won't be enough in that case. Honestly, though, this has survived a fair number of long haul and short haul flights with barely a scratch and the instruments have invariably arrived in tune. And I have seen the thing being thrown around with little affection. Once out of the baggage claim the guys and gals with flight cases will see you rollin'—and trust me, they hatin'.

Two things might be of interest: first, the strap that secures the two halves is short. This means that it is going to be tight (good) but also that it takes some effort to close it, which is annoying when you are late to get to the airport. But worry not: zip ties or just a common strap will do in a pinch—just tie it around the handles; second, I've used some bulky and well-padded gigbags in it, but a faux leather Thomann one I have is a very tight fit, mostly on account of the additional friction of the faux leather.

Now for the question you did not know you wanted to ask: will two instruments fit? I would not recommend that. If you are brave, however, you can put two of them *in a single gigbag* (I don't see how a double gigbag may fit in it) and try your luck.

Now, would I trust it with a Smith, or Fodera? Probably yes, but I would also insure any such instrument, so I think it's fairly moot. I had no qualms flying with Warwicks, Stingrays, and Fenders.
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Ian893 30.01.2016
I had an earlier version of this with the flightcase latches. They were prone, despite being padlocked of coming open while in transit through airports.
I don't think I'll even try to fly with this case.
Firstly I can't close it with my Mono M80 inside (I could with the old one) - my Protec Contego doesn't fit either and the 'locking' mechanism comes open at the slightest provocation.
I dare not even think about flying with it.
Only reason i didn't return it is that I removed the glued in foam in an effort to stuff my gig bags inside...not really fit for purpose.
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Making flights easy
David2268 22.02.2014
Was so nervous of flying with my bass for my first gig abroad. Asked many people and was recommended to buy this. Well money spent. You simply take your gig bag and put it inside the bass safe and lock it up and you are ready to check in the bass and fly away. most gig bags will fit. i used the mono m80 to put in the bass safe. any larger gig bags than the m80 would not fit. had to squeeze a little. the case survived all flights and only got some minor scratches.
Pros:
- Wheels. no need to carry heavy stuff.
- Robust and sturdy construction in general.
- Good locks so far.
- Awesome to put your own gig bag inside

Cons:
- The surface of the case is not smooth which makes all your cool sticker fall off. not really a problem but some of my "handle with care" sticker fell off.
- Plastic wheels might not last forever.

I'm really satisfied with this one so far.
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Very good case
James McQuade 09.03.2014
Protected my bass very well on a transatlantic flight. Carries the instrument inside a gig bag, which is a handy way of bringing a gig bag with you and also gives some extra protection. Lost one wheel on the trip, so the wheels could be mounted better, but very sturdy construction on the case itself. Overall, a good instrument case.
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Sprawdza się
Romhey 24.07.2022
Jeżeli podróżujesz ze swoim basem to to to jest to czego szukasz. Wygoda i spokój ducha. Wsuwamy do środka bas w miękkim gig bagu, zamykamy kodem i oddajemy na lotnisku. Odbieramy po przylocie ze 100% pewnością ze nie będzie żadnych uszkodzeń. Case jest naprawdę pancerny, a do tego wygodny (ma kółka) i fajnie wyglada. No i czasami mogą się zapytać czy w środku jest broń ;)
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JamesBlen 22.03.2023
Great for short trips away, just stick the Bass in in the gig bag..great!
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it works fine
Dimibajo 07.10.2019
does his job without problems but be careful with the gig bag. not all the bags fits inside, otherwise it works fine
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Have your sweater ready
Hallur 25.03.2024
I bought this one to transport my HB bass in flight. I had a soft gig bag so I needed a hardcase. When I was packing it for the first flight, I found out that I had to put cloathing with the instrument in the case because otherwise it would be dancing arount the case during handeling and the flight. So, have your woolen sweater ready and maybe some towels and socks to keep your instrument from flying within the case.
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Gets the job done; no damage to my bass.
Janne P 07.07.2014
This is the most versatile case for flying or shipping that I've seen. I now have the freedom to take the bass of my choice on short tours without spending hundreds of Euros for a custom anvil style case that only fits that one instrument. This thing is the ultimate!
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Best Case For Travelling
Bajosintrastos 09.01.2019
Amazing, 49 flights in one year no major damages, just some scratches.
Keep my bass perfectly safe.
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SKB 44 RW ATA Bass Guitar Safe