screw bell case roundup

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2018-10-29 1:31 p.m.

I'm trying to make a list of all known screw bell cases.

Let me know if you know of any more.

Lawler gig bag

Lawler hard shell case

<LINK_TEXT text="http://www.roylawlertrombones.com/sugge ... cases.html">http://www.roylawlertrombones.com/suggestedsetupcases.html</LINK_TEXT>

Marcus Bonna jazz

Marcus Bonna tenor

Marcus Bonna bass

<LINK_TEXT text="http://www.mbcases.com.br/en/product-ca ... /trombone/">http://www.mbcases.com.br/en/product-category/brass/trombone/</LINK_TEXT>

Basilli tenor

Basilli bass

http://www.brassark.com/cases.html

Marco Magi/Shires tenor

Marco Magi bass

http://www.marcomagi.it/en/home.asp#

and no longer made

old Holton

8 1/2" straight tenor

9 " trigger tenor

bass?

old Conn Gardell Simmons

I've also seen older Theins in a hard case. Not sure who made it.

Burgerbob · by **Burgerbob** » 2018-10-29 2:48 p.m.

A few one offs, of course. John Sandhagen made his case.

Bonna makes a contra screwbell case, and is now making a bass/contra double case, for both screwbell instruments.

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2018-10-29 7:32 p.m.

Already found another one, for Maass trombones. This has a detachable slide compartment.

<LINK_TEXT text="https://www.ebay.com/itm/Large-Bore-Bb- ... :rk:1:pf:0">https://www.ebay.com/itm/Large-Bore-Bb-Tenor-Trombone-with-Cut-screw-on-Bell-M547FGB-TMEA-Show-Sample/372484838010?hash=item56b9d3927a:g:BS8AAOSwXKtb1k7V:rk:1:pf:0</LINK_TEXT>

http://trombones.maassmusical.com

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2018-10-30 12:36 p.m.

Friend of mine reminded me that until the 90s, very few French Horn players had cut bells and very few cases were available. Now it is the norm. Hoping this becomes true for trombones as well.

The Marcus Bonnas and Basillis are very nice but not particularly thin, especially if you have a medium or small bore trombone or a closed wrap F attachment. They're also very expensive.

Maybe Protec, Eastman, Reunion Blues, BAM, Gator and SKB will get into the game?

Burgerbob · by **Burgerbob** » 2018-10-30 2:23 p.m.

The biggest market right now is definitely bass trombonists, followed by large tenors. A small tenor case would be a good idea from a maker for sure.

Backbone · by **Backbone** » 2019-01-19 11:13 p.m.

I modified a guitar pedal case for my screwbell bass.

jchiang9 · by **jchiang9** » 2019-01-25 3:52 a.m.

[quote="Backbone"]I modified a guitar pedal case for my screwbell bass.[/quote]

Would love to see some photos of this!

Backbone · by **Backbone** » 2019-01-25 3:04 p.m.

Here are a few:

Backbone · by **Backbone** » 2019-01-25 3:05 p.m.

Backbone · by **Backbone** » 2019-01-25 3:05 p.m.

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2019-01-25 5:13 p.m.

Backbone, what model of case is that? What are the dimensions?

elmsandr · by **elmsandr** » 2019-01-26 12:01 p.m.

That is a beautiful adaptation. May have to pick one up for myself.

jchiang9 · by **jchiang9** » 2019-01-27 7:04 p.m.

[quote="Backbone"]Here are a few:
[/quote]

That looks great! Where did you get the case for this and how heavy is it?

Backbone · by **Backbone** » 2019-01-28 1:38 p.m.

[quote="jacobgarchik"]Backbone, what model of case is that? What are the dimensions?[/quote]

I don't see a model on the case. But it is roughly 36 1/2" X 10 1/2" X 6" - Outside dimensions.

Backbone · by **Backbone** » 2019-01-28 1:39 p.m.

[quote="elmsandr"]That is a beautiful adaptation. May have to pick one up for myself.[/quote]

Thanks. Might cut an accessory pocket in the foam later.

Backbone · by **Backbone** » 2019-01-28 1:40 p.m.

[quote="jchiang9"]<QUOTE author="Backbone" post_id="76456" time="1548446670" user_id="3014">
Here are a few:
[/quote]

That looks great! Where did you get the case for this and how heavy is it?
</QUOTE>

I bought it off craigslist. It is not very heavy at all. I'll have to weigh when I get home.

jchiang9 · by **jchiang9** » 2019-02-02 9:21 p.m.

If anybody is curious, a 16" Viola case is just big enough/long enough to fit a trombone slide! I got a cheap Viola case and modified it for my screw bell tenor. I'll get around to making a better looking bell cover at some point.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/mtAMjrY5D5Ck4MgF6

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2019-02-03 8:10 a.m.

These moded cases are cool. Can people post dimensions of those cases for comparison's sake?

The Basilli case (same as the Bonna Tenor Case) is 11"x6"x34 1/2" (11" at the widest end)

The Bonna jazz case is 9"x5.1"x33"

The Holton 8.5 case is 10.2"x4.9x35"

jchiang9 · by **jchiang9** » 2019-02-03 2:17 p.m.

[quote="jacobgarchik"]These moded cases are cool. Can people post dimensions of those cases for comparison's sake?

The Basilli case (same as the Bonna Tenor Case) is 11"x6"x34 1/2" (11" at the widest end)

The Bonna jazz case is 9"x5.1"x33"

The Holton 8.5 case is 10.2"x4.9x35"[/quote]

Mine is 34x12x6 (12 is the widest point)

mbarbier · by **mbarbier** » 2019-02-04 7:19 p.m.

[quote="jacobgarchik"]These moded cases are cool. Can people post dimensions of those cases for comparison's sake?

The Basilli case (same as the Bonna Tenor Case) is 11"x6"x34 1/2" (11" at the widest end)

The Bonna jazz case is 9"x5.1"x33"

The Holton 8.5 case is 10.2"x4.9x35"[/quote]

My bona tenor measures a little smaller than the Basilli.

9.75x5.5x34.25.

I really like it. I've had no issue on small planes or train overheads so far and has a little extra room to squeeze in a few effect pedals, plunger mute under bell flair, etc.

Also that guitar pedal mod is really excellent! Is it a case that would be safe to check?

Backbone · by **Backbone** » 2019-02-05 11:57 a.m.

[quote="mbarbier"]

Also that guitar pedal mod is really excellent! Is it a case that would be safe to check?[/quote]

I wouldn't trust it. But I did take it on a flight and it fit in the overhead no problem.

MalecHeermans · by **MalecHeermans** » 2019-02-10 1:21 p.m.

I received the Bonna Screw Bell Jazz case a few weeks ago. It's pretty much what you would expect from Bonna. For my needs and the way I travel with a horn this case seems to be the best option. It is expensive, and it also (unlike my regular tenor Bonna) has an off-gassing issue that is getting better but is still noticeable. Not sure if this is a material, construction, or timeline issue (I believe the Horn Guys order was late, so perhaps they were rushing and didn't allow for the normal curing time?)

Anyway the dimensions as listed by Hickey's and Jacob above are accurate. For those Lawler friends in the audience I think you might just be able to get two bells stacked with a little cloth between them. Also my 7 3/4" bell seems to just fit, but perhaps there's enough padding there for the advertised 8" possibility?

Pics:

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jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2019-02-11 11:53 a.m.

what do you mean by "off-gassing"?

It would be odd if it didn't fit an 8" bell. What kind of "jazz trombone" case wouldn't fit a King 3b?

MalecHeermans · by **MalecHeermans** » 2019-02-11 2:09 p.m.

[quote="jacobgarchik"]what do you mean by "off-gassing"?[/quote]

It smells like a glue factory when the case is open. Very unpleasant.

[quote="jacobgarchik"]

It would be odd if it didn't fit an 8" bell. What kind of "jazz trombone" case wouldn't fit a King 3b?[/quote]

I'm sure an 8" bell will fit. They had to put enough padding in there to accommodate smaller bells as well. It does feel snug though.

dembones · by **dembones** » 2019-02-18 3:27 p.m.

I also recently received the Marcus Bonna "Jazz" screw bell case. Use it with my Lawlers. I like it, and the 8" flare fits just fine.

BassTbone · by **BassTbone** » 2019-03-05 12:40 p.m.

I'm thinking this would be a great option that's pretty inexpensive and wouldn't require that much modification.

<LINK_TEXT text="https://www.pelican.com/us/en/product/c ... vault/v700">https://www.pelican.com/us/en/product/cases/takedown-case/vault/v700</LINK_TEXT>

Schlitz · 2019-03-05 12:56 p.m.

Matt_K · by **Matt_K** » 2019-03-05 3:38 p.m.

[quote="Schlitz"]<QUOTE author="BassTbone" post_id="79798" time="1551807634" user_id="5169">
I'm thinking this would be a great option that's pretty inexpensive and wouldn't require that much modification.

<LINK_TEXT text="https://www.pelican.com/us/en/product/c ... vault/v700">https://www.pelican.com/us/en/product/cases/takedown-case/vault/v700</LINK_TEXT>[/quote]

Try going through a TSA Checkpoint with it. Let us know how that, and the cavity search went.......
</QUOTE>

I know this is toungue-in-cheek but to provide a slightly serious response for those who didn't pick up on it:

I've actually gone through TSA with a similar case that I use for my computer. They did pull me aside but it was because I had a computer handrest in it and it had a bunch of sand in it. They look for 'organics' so they thought I was smuggling something in with it. Nope! Just rest my wrists on it. Ironically enough, I had a ton of wires and stuff (I travel with my own keyboard, mouse, extension cables, and other peripheral devices that are wired to the laptop) so I thought for sure they were thinking I had something wired up in the case. They actually showed me what they can see and it's a pretty high level of detail. That case is super flat so I'd suspect if anything, you'd probably even have an easier time with that case than a normal trombone case!

elmsandr · by **elmsandr** » 2019-03-06 11:50 a.m.

Having been picking up somebody at the airport and dropping them off... You get a lot more questions before and after security from "helpful" people that think they know what you have than you have problems with the security personnel. A big sticker that says "trombone" goes a long way to answer a lot of questions.

That said, anybody know of a nice pelican style case like this that is UNDER 36" long? Need it to be just under for what I want..

Cheers,

Andy

Backbone · by **Backbone** » 2019-03-06 4:26 p.m.

[quote="elmsandr"]Having been picking up somebody at the airport and dropping them off... You get a lot more questions before and after security from "helpful" people that think they know what you have than you have problems with the security personnel. A big sticker that says "trombone" goes a long way to answer a lot of questions.

That said, anybody know of a nice pelican style case like this that is UNDER 36" long? Need it to be just under for what I want..

Cheers,

Andy[/quote]

Can't vouch for the seller but:

https://www.evike.com/products/54105/

jchiang9 · by **jchiang9** » 2019-03-07 12:43 a.m.

[quote="elmsandr"]Having been picking up somebody at the airport and dropping them off... You get a lot more questions before and after security from "helpful" people that think they know what you have than you have problems with the security personnel. A big sticker that says "trombone" goes a long way to answer a lot of questions.

Cheers,

Andy[/quote]

I've got a Pelican case that I modified to put my bass and tenor. Indestructible (until TSA opens it up and puts everything back in incorrectly...)! Having stickers saying musical instrument definitely helps having to answer so many questions. Did get asked if there was a guitar in it though...

Schlitz · 2019-03-07 3:06 a.m.

jchiang9 · by **jchiang9** » 2019-03-07 3:18 a.m.

[quote="Schlitz"]<QUOTE author="jchiang9" post_id="79965" time="1551937401" user_id="2991">

I've got a Pelican case that I modified to put my bass and tenor. Indestructible (until TSA opens it up and puts everything back in incorrectly...)! Having stickers saying musical instrument definitely helps having to answer so many questions. Did get asked if there was a guitar in it though...[/quote]

Which model case? Pelican has the option for a custom foam pad insert. Could you share some pictures of that case mod? Thanks!!!
</QUOTE>

I used a Pelican 1740. I don't have more pictures and probably won't take them for a while as the case is in storage. But here it is when I first did it up (we had a thread going about this on the old forum).

There is a Shires Trubore bass under the tenor. The tenor is a Shires dual bore valve.

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Schlitz · 2019-03-07 12:34 p.m.

jchiang9 · by **jchiang9** » 2019-03-07 7:42 p.m.

[quote="Schlitz"]I think I missed that thread on the old forum. THANKS a lot. I have a hard time getting around during the winter. This is a great solution.[/quote]

My pleasure. I've also lent it out to a lot of trombone players in my city and they've all used it differently. Some stick pull out the foam and stuck in their tenor and alto in their own cases and added clothing to fill up space. Another player stored their large bore tenor in its hard case and had a bag of mutes and most of their luggage for a tour all over Asia!

EZSlider · by **EZSlider** » 2019-05-03 9:12 a.m.

Anyone making a hard case for screw bell bass bones? I have a Pelican Valt700 that I plan to use for serious travel as I can haul my Bass bone, stand and my Flute all in one very safe case. I would like something just as rugged but a smaller package to just fit my 50A3 and lube kit. Not really so impressed with what is available for flat cases.

Thanks

Ez

Burgerbob · by **Burgerbob** » 2019-05-03 12:48 p.m.

...Marcus Bonna

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2019-05-06 10:52 a.m.

As far as I can tell Marcus Bonna, Basilli, and Marco Magi make cases for screw bell bass trombones. Also there are old Holton cases floating around but those are probably too tight a fit for a modern instrument.

EZSlider · by **EZSlider** » 2019-05-08 4:40 p.m.

You fly with yours Aiden? Trust it? Seems like not so much protection, especially for the price

Burgerbob · by **Burgerbob** » 2019-05-08 4:51 p.m.

Absolutely. The whole point is that it's small enough to avoid scrutiny getting on the plane, so you can always take it as a carry on.

The horn would also be pretty OK getting checked, if it came to that.

EZSlider · by **EZSlider** » 2019-05-08 4:53 p.m.

Any ware you can get one without waiting till next year?

BTW Benn is doing my horn! Thanks

Burgerbob · by **Burgerbob** » 2019-05-08 4:58 p.m.

No clue! Glad I got mine when I did.

And great! Benn will do an amazing job.

Matt_K · by **Matt_K** » 2019-05-08 5:30 p.m.

You'd have to find one in stock which is probably going to be a tall order. Basili might have less of a waiting list and has a similar design.

Burgerbob · by **Burgerbob** » 2019-05-08 6:40 p.m.

The basili is pretty inferior, IMO. Less quality and fewer amenities. If you can afford the wait, go for the better case.

mbarbier · by **mbarbier** » 2019-05-09 3:40 a.m.

[quote="EZSlider"]You fly with yours Aiden? Trust it? Seems like not so much protection, especially for the price[/quote]

I've got the tenor screw bell and fly with it several times a month- I haven't had to but I'd feel fairly confident if I had to gate check it.

I do feel like the slide has some more lateral movement than I'd prefer, but a few pairs of socks solves that concern.

I popped the corks off a Humes and Berg fiber trumpet mute and that fits in the bell really nicely to give that extra support, since an in bell practice mute isnt an option. I keep my plunger under my bell flare to give it a similar support.

I'm curious if Marcus Bona is going to sell the case they make for Thein's screw bell horns. It's really small. A bass version of that would be pretty amazing.

EZSlider · by **EZSlider** » 2019-05-09 3:49 p.m.

Just bit the bullet and pre-ordered.

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2019-05-13 8:48 a.m.

[quote="mbarbier"]

I'm curious if Marcus Bona is going to sell the case they make for Thein's screw bell horns. It's really small. A bass version of that would be pretty amazing.[/quote]

how are these different from MB's other cases?

mbarbier · by **mbarbier** » 2019-05-13 3:07 p.m.

I've not seen it in person- just pictures- but it appears to be the basic body shape of the tenor case but the slide is in a detachable section. Because of this the section that holds the bell section looks to be quite a bit shorter and a bit thinner since it looks like its been cut down to be just the size of the bell/valve section. Sadly, as far as I can tell, you can only get it if you buy a Thein.

Found the pic on google- not sure if link will work ~~[url]~~<LINK_TEXT text="https://www.facebook.com/petersteinertr ... 421736621/">https://www.facebook.com/petersteinertrbn/photos/having-a-great-time-with-our-friends-and-guides-ricardo-santos-and-raphael-da-pa/2118610421736621/</LINK_TEXT>

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2019-05-13 7:34 p.m.

like this? Can't you just order these just like any other MB case?

<LINK_TEXT text="http://mbcases.com.br/en/products/tenor ... bell-mb-2/">http://mbcases.com.br/en/products/tenor-trombone-case-with-detachable-bell-mb-2/</LINK_TEXT>

mbarbier · by **mbarbier** » 2019-05-14 2:29 a.m.

Awesome- couldn't find it before but glad it's out there! Guess the post I saw that it is exclusive isn't the case. That's great

jba49 · by **jba49** » 2019-05-23 3:25 a.m.

I have a NOS Holton Tenor screwbell case available for sale

Can send photos if you are interested

Jon Bone

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2019-05-23 12:01 p.m.

I just got a Marcus Bonna jazz screw bell case. It is indeed very small, although still not as thin as a Holton flat case. Also looks to be very well made.

I may be able to fit my Bach 42 in it - 8 1/2 inch bell flare is very very tight. But since my 42 and 36 have the same screw collar, I could travel with my Bach 42 with the 8 inch flare from the 36.

JLivi · by **JLivi** » 2019-05-23 2:21 p.m.

[quote="jacobgarchik"]I just got a Marcus Bonna jazz screw bell case. It is indeed very small, although still not as thin as a Holton flat case. Also looks to be very well made.

I may be able to fit my Bach 42 in it - 8 1/2 inch bell flare is very very tight. But since my 42 and 36 have the same screw collar, I could travel with my Bach 42 with the 8 inch flare from the 36.[/quote]

I've been looking at that one too for a future 3b. I can't decide if I want to get the jazz case or the one where the slide compartment can detach from the bell (link below). I almost feel like you could put your slide in the overhead compartment and put your bell at your feet on an airplane. Or split them up in different overheads if need be.

<LINK_TEXT text="http://mbcases.com.br/en/products/tenor ... bell-mb-2/">http://mbcases.com.br/en/products/tenor-trombone-case-with-detachable-bell-mb-2/</LINK_TEXT>

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2019-05-23 7:53 p.m.

Not a fan of the seperate slide case. Don't want to get into a situation where I'm arguing with the flight crew over whether or not it's two cases or one. Plus the length isn't really an issue with overheads, it's the width, and these two cases strike me as the same width as a single case.

disco · by **disco** » 2019-05-27 1:11 a.m.

I would like pics of the Holton case.

<EMAIL email="duke714@verizon.net">duke714@verizon.net</EMAIL>

TromboneSam · by **TromboneSam** » 2021-01-16 4:20 p.m.

Usually I hate to revive an old thread, but I feel like this belongs. Just bought this case for $39.99 from amazon (usually $69.99 but I had a gift card). It came with this very dense interior foam which is perforated so you can pull out custom chunks, but also cuts easily with a razor blade.

It’s a Plano 36” rifle case. A little bulky, but decently lightweight much easier to play tetris with in a packed car. Still thinking about cutting a mouthpiece and/or accessory hole in the middle.

What do you guys think?

BGuttman · by **BGuttman** » 2021-01-16 5:09 p.m.

Not sure why your images don't load -- I was able to see them by "quoting" your post and hand-pasting the image URLs into my browser.

Very interesting idea.

ithinknot · by **ithinknot** » 2021-01-16 5:39 p.m.

[quote="BGuttman"]Not sure why your images don't load -- I was able to see them by "quoting" your post and hand-pasting the image URLs into my browser.[/quote]

Here you go:

~~[url]~~https://imgur.com/a/v6QIGjd

~~[url]~~https://imgur.com/a/ZZg6c33

~~[url]~~https://imgur.com/a/nhz9c6o

It's because imgur links don't point to the image file itself, and they deliberately make directly linking outside of their embeddable viewer unreliable on certain browsers...

Anyway, like the case. Peli 1700 or iM3100 would probably be worth the extra cost if you need flight-grade protection (remember when planes were a thing?) but this looks great for the price.

Posaunus · by **Posaunus** » 2021-01-16 6:09 p.m.

[quote="ithinknot"]

Here you go:

~~[url]~~https://imgur.com/a/v6QIGjd

~~[url]~~https://imgur.com/a/ZZg6c33

~~[url]~~https://imgur.com/a/nhz9c6o
[/quote]

Looks sturdy enough. Yes, you should carve a recess for mouthpieces / accessories. (Store them in some sort of protective pouch.)

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2021-01-19 12:52 p.m.

Here's a new one from Bags of Spain.

https://musical-bags.com/en/new-products/

tombone21 · by **tombone21** » 2021-01-21 1:48 p.m.

[quote="TromboneSam"]Usually I hate to revive an old thread, but I feel like this belongs. Just bought this case for $39.99 from amazon (usually $69.99 but I had a gift card). It came with this very dense interior foam which is perforated so you can pull out custom chunks, but also cuts easily with a razor blade.

It’s a Plano 36” rifle case. A little bulky, but decently lightweight much easier to play tetris with in a packed car. Still thinking about cutting a mouthpiece and/or accessory hole in the middle.

What do you guys think?
[/quote]

Hate (love) to open up a big can of worms, but I think it needs to be said. Do you really want to be going about town with a rifle case? Getting on the subway, a plane, with one? Going into schools? I think it's reasonable to assume, most people are going to know what a rifle case looks like. Maybe you know already these aren't the situations you would put yourself in or don't mind the extra questions and attention, but I know I would.

Fun way to counteract this would be to get a nice case cover with backpack straps and all the other accoutrements. Altieri already does this for bassoon cases, I've always thought that would be a good option.

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2021-01-21 5:56 p.m.

just paint a big trombone on it and you're good to go.

a lot of the rectangular gun cases look like keyboard cases.

Elow · by **Elow** » 2021-01-21 6:00 p.m.

After bringing my marco magi screw bell case to school, i have rethought buying that case. All four of my schools officers have stopped and asked to see what’s inside

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2021-01-21 7:33 p.m.

weird. There are lots of rectangular cases, not too different in size from a screw bell case. Viola, bassoon, bass clarinet, compact bass guitars. I wonder if all of them get stopped by security. Maybe shoulder straps or certain stylistic markers would help.

Mikebmiller · by **Mikebmiller** » 2021-01-22 9:34 p.m.

[quote="jchiang9"]If anybody is curious, a 16" Viola case is just big enough/long enough to fit a trombone slide! I got a cheap Viola case and modified it for my screw bell tenor. I'll get around to making a better looking bell cover at some point.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/mtAMjrY5D5Ck4MgF6[/quote]

The only problem with that is someone might mistake you for a viola player!

Mikebmiller · by **Mikebmiller** » 2021-01-22 9:35 p.m.

I have a Lawler gig bag I will sell fairly cheap. I rarely take the bell flare off, so I just use a regular case for it. At least I did back when I used to leave the house with a horn occasionally.

tombone21 · by **tombone21** » 2021-06-07 7:56 p.m.

Does anyone here have measurements for the Bonna screw tenor case? Trying to compare it to the Bags of Spain, their's are 92x30x14 cm.

mbarbier · by **mbarbier** » 2021-06-07 9:28 p.m.

[quote="tombone21"]Does anyone here have measurements for the Bonna screw tenor case? Trying to compare it to the Bags of Spain, their's are 92x30x14 cm.[/quote]

I don't have the exact measurements with me, but I remember checking when the BoS came out and the Bona is slightly smaller, on all dimensions if I remember correctly. Can give exact ones tomorrow if desired

tombone21 · by **tombone21** » 2021-06-08 12:11 a.m.

[quote="mbarbier"]

I don't have the exact measurements with me, but I remember checking when the BoS came out and the Bona is slightly smaller, on all dimensions if I remember correctly. Can give exact ones tomorrow if desired[/quote]

Knowing exactly how much smaller it is would seriously help a lot, thanks!

mbarbier · by **mbarbier** » 2021-06-08 1:36 a.m.

[quote="tombone21"]

Knowing exactly how much smaller it is would seriously help a lot, thanks![/quote]

according to the Hickeys site it's 88x25.4x15.25, but I measured mine and came up with 86.5x24.2x13.9. not totally sure why there's a lot of difference, but hope that helps!

tombone21 · by **tombone21** » 2021-06-08 2:06 p.m.

Wow, good to know. Smaller than the Bags in every way then. Also worth noting that I was quoted at around $555 USD not including shipping with a 1 week wait time if buying directly from the factory.

mbarbier · by **mbarbier** » 2021-06-08 2:45 p.m.

yea I was totally surprised by the dimensions given how unbelievably small their alto/tenor case that I've got is. But the build quality on the Bona case I've got is just massively superior to the BoS case I've got. I really like the double case, it's just... worrying to travel with.

tombone21 · by **tombone21** » 2021-06-08 3:07 p.m.

[quote="mbarbier"]yea I was totally surprised by the dimensions given how unbelievably small their alto/tenor case that I've got is. But the build quality on the Bona case I've got is just massively superior to the BoS case I've got. I really like the double case, it's just... worrying to travel with.[/quote]

I totally hear you there, being a past owner of a BoS double case as well. Seems that the price of the Bonna is worth the peace of mind the build quality gives the owner.

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2021-07-24 9:04 a.m.

This is another one, from Estuches Jonny Villena in Peru.

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Crazy4Tbone86 · by **Crazy4Tbone86** » 2021-07-24 3:07 p.m.

I have not ventured into screw bell cases very much for my own instruments. I see them occasionally when horns come into my shop and I have a 1980s Holton TR256 that came with a screw bell hard case.

I have not seen a Marcus Bonna screw bell case (the type where the bell and the slide are in the same compartment) come through yet. From the photos I see, it looks like the slide and bell section could easily collide with each other. Can some people let me know if those work well? The two-piece MB cases obviously eliminate that issue.....I'm wondering if the one-piece cases had problems and they had to produce a new style of case to avoid self-inflicted instrument injuries.

mbarbier · by **mbarbier** » 2021-07-24 3:30 p.m.

[quote="Crazy4Tbone86"]

I have not seen a Marcus Bonna screw bell case (the type where the bell and the slide are in the same compartment) come through yet. From the photos I see, it looks like the slide and bell section could easily collide with each other. Can some people let me know if those work well? The two-piece MB cases obviously eliminate that issue.....I'm wondering if the one-piece cases had problems and they had to produce a new style of case to avoid self-inflicted instrument injuries.[/quote]

I've got one and the seperation is good- the paddle for the valve doesn't feel too close to the slide or anything. I've got a pretty narrow slide (medium bore Conn) and found that the slide compartment is more geared towards large bore slides. I added an extra bit of Velcro strap to lock it in place and remove the wiggle it had, but that was mostly for peace of mind. I flew with it a ton before that addition and had to problems.

I *think* their two part one was designed in conjunction with Peter Steiner to just try and get it a bit smaller and give the seperation option when traveling.

Crazy4Tbone86 · by **Crazy4Tbone86** » 2021-07-24 4:52 p.m.

Thanks Matt. It sounds like the MB one-piece case is a lot like my Holton hard case for the screw bell TR256. People look at it and say “that case looks look it will definitely make the instrument dent itself.” Yet, some 30 years later, not so much as a dent or scratch. It sounds like the MB is well designed.

I cannot say the same about the BAM cases. So far this summer, I have had four people come in for slide repairs because the instrument dented itself in a BAM case. Slick, cool design…..yes. Protective…..no.

Chatname · by **Chatname** » 2022-02-09 11:18 a.m.

Maybe already mentioned above, in that case I missed it:

Marcus Bonna also has a “baby” detachable bell case. Looks very compact. Does anyone have any experiences with it? How does it compare to Bonnas regular detachable bell case?

pompatus · by **pompatus** » 2022-02-09 11:24 a.m.

[quote="Chatname"]Maybe already mentioned above, in that case I missed it:

Marcus Bonna also has a “baby” detachable bell case. Looks very compact. Does anyone have any experiences with it? How does it compare to Bonnas regular detachable bell case?[/quote]

I was literally JUST checking that out online. My concern is that the bell area looks kind of short, and on an open wrap horn you may have to pull the valve slides to get it to fit. Between the two, I’m thinking I’ll go with the original MB style.

Chatname · by **Chatname** » 2022-02-09 12:33 p.m.

The pads look like they should be moveable, so an open wrap might work?? My valve is a dual bore Shires, looks like it might work. I cannot find a price for it as a comparison to the original, did you find any?

pompatus · by **pompatus** » 2022-02-09 1:36 p.m.

I found one on the Hickey’s site for $499, and was looking at the photos on the Marcus Bonna website.

Here’s a link to the case at Hickey’s:

<LINK_TEXT text="https://www.hickeys.com/music/brass/tro ... cover-.php">https://www.hickeys.com/music/brass/trombone/accessories/cases/all_bass_trombone_cases_and_bags/products/sku123879-marcus-bonna-mb2-033dbn2-bass-trombone-case-detachable-bell-compactnylon-cover-.php</LINK_TEXT>

Chatname · by **Chatname** » 2022-02-09 1:51 p.m.

Thank you!

I see, you’re looking for a bass case.

I was looking at this, for tenor.

<LINK_TEXT text="https://mbcases.com/portfolio/cases/tro ... mbone-baby">https://mbcases.com/portfolio/cases/trombones/case-for-detachable-bell-tenor-trombone-baby</LINK_TEXT>

pompatus · by **pompatus** » 2022-02-09 1:56 p.m.

Ooh, that MB baby case for detachable bell is new! I wish they had a bass version listed.

Chatname · by **Chatname** » 2022-02-09 4:42 p.m.

I suppose it’s highly likely there will soon be a bass baby case as well. Maybe send them an email?

I think I’ll go for this one!

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2022-05-18 9:26 a.m.

not sure what's going on here, they list a screw bell case but no pics.

Anybody seen one of these in the flesh?

<LINK_TEXT text="https://glenncronkhite.com/product/scre ... mbone-case">https://glenncronkhite.com/product/screwbell-trombone-case</LINK_TEXT>

Molefsky · by **Molefsky** » 2022-06-17 7:47 p.m.

Who was making Sierman's cases?

Also, my instrument was stolen from my vehicle recently. I've been borrowing a former student's screw bell shires as he's on tour with a DCI corps. His instrument is only a year old but has significant damage including slide tube wonkiness that doesn't seem explainable by a single sudden impact etc. Took it to a tech as a courtesy for letting me use it and she noted that there was a lot of flex in the Marcus Bonna screw bell case where the slide is held. Anyone have issues with or observations about this?

Burgerbob · by **Burgerbob** » 2022-06-17 7:52 p.m.

[quote="Molefsky"]she noted that there was a lot of flex in the Marcus Bonna screw bell case where the slide is held. Anyone have issues with or observations about this?[/quote]

I can't say I've noticed any issues. The slide floats a little bit, it's not held against the outside of the case at the crook end, so I don't know how the case could do much to the slide. It can move a bit, I guess that could be the issue... I keep a Shires slide in mine with no problems though.

tombone21 · by **tombone21** » 2022-06-21 9:02 p.m.

It's entirely possible the flexy fiberglass could warp the slide in an odd way. It happened to my Shires while keeping it in a bags of Spain double case. I doubt the actual design of the Bonna case is faulty, but maybe if you try to carry a computer in the music pouch or leave the horn inside the open case for a long period of time the fiberglass could warp?

Posaunus · by **Posaunus** » 2022-06-21 9:26 p.m.

I use rigid (wood) or semi-rigid (structural foam) cases to avoid these problems.

My tech says gig bags are his best friends!

asmith · by **asmith** » 2022-06-22 5:10 p.m.

[quote="tombone21"]It's entirely possible the flexy fiberglass could warp the slide in an odd way. It happened to my Shires while keeping it in a bags of Spain double case. I doubt the actual design of the Bonna case is faulty, but maybe if you try to carry a computer in the music pouch or leave the horn inside the open case for a long period of time the fiberglass could warp?[/quote]
The fiberglass on the Marcus Bonna cases is not really all that flexible. Their cases are pretty stiff. But if you are really worried about it, they offer carbon fiber which is stiffer.

Molefsky · by **Molefsky** » 2022-06-22 7:37 p.m.

I'm not sure how subjective/objective we're being when we describe stiffness but on the bone I can casually flex it with one hand. I would imaging if a student has been wedging the horn in a locker/trunk/dorm room, especially in the same position, over and over that you could get this kind of damage. Even the gig bags I have make use of much more rigid material for the slide compartment. I think it's a really neat case but I think this is an issue I'd consider significant enough to mention to others.

johntarr · by **johntarr** » 2022-06-26 1:35 a.m.

For what it’s worth, I just received a Marcus Bonna tenor trombone screw bell case. It looks like a slightly long violin case and fits on my back comfortably.

Getting the pads right and fitting the instrument took a little time but it seems pretty secure now. The case has some flex in the top side, where the slide rests. I don’t think it would be an issue carrying the case and putting it in the over head bin, but I’m not sure I’d want to check it in baggage.

Overall, I’m satisfied with the case, I’ll fly internationally Tuesday so hopefully I can carry it on board.

John

Molefsky · by **Molefsky** » 2022-07-08 2:04 p.m.

Any thoughts on the Marco Magi screw bell cases?

How about bass/tenor double screwbell cases?

muschem · by **muschem** » 2022-07-08 2:51 p.m.

[quote="Molefsky"]Any thoughts on the Marco Magi screw bell cases?[/quote]

I have the Marco Magi that came with my Shires Ralph Sauer model. It has been back and forth with me to a few gigs and rehearsals over the past few months. It seems well constructed, and it is holding up well so far. My only minor quibble is in the lack of flexibility on the slide compartment. I can fit my Shires 525/547 slide just fine. My Edwards 525 and 547/562 slides fit ok, there isn’t much room at the margins. My .508 Butler slide doesn’t fit over the middle posts. I haven’t measured my Butler slide ID between top/bottom tubes, but I doubt it’s very far off most other small bore slides.

I am in the process of having a custom carbon fiber case built for my Butler C10. Manning Custom is doing the work (http://manningcustom.com/) on that. We’re basing the build off of the Marco Magi case dimensions, with some minor modifications that will allow the top half of the case to fit two slides instead of just one. Manning uses a different slide securing mechanism, so small bore/narrower slides shouldn’t be a problem. I’ll post pics when I have the completed case.

elmsandr · by **elmsandr** » 2022-07-08 4:28 p.m.

The Shires Marco Magi case is great for fitting a Shires Screw bell; I have the bass version. I also don't like the slide compartment. Not flexible to other slides, not a huge fan of how it holds them.

I'm intrigued to do something different, maybe a 2-piece case using some standard bits (like a quiver case or something for the slide and another standard size box for the bell section). But... I'm too cheap and lazy for the most part.

Cheers,

Andy

Molefsky · by **Molefsky** » 2022-07-25 1:02 a.m.

My new instrument is set to come with a Marco Magi case but I think I'll pick up the Gard screw bell case for it.

The Wiseman cases for standard bells are well thought out and for a few hundred more dollars you can have a tracking device built into it. I spoke to Howard at ITF and he seemed more than willing to construct screw bell cases.

alberttrombone · by **alberttrombone** » 2022-09-11 9:15 a.m.

It is possible that the new Gard Elite 21C-ESK is the smallest trombone case available now?

~~[url]~~https://www.instagram.com/p/CgFK2Y-LuAh/

If not, which one would be?

asmith · by **asmith** » 2022-09-12 12:08 p.m.

[quote="alberttrombone"]It is possible that the new Gard Elite 21C-ESK is the smallest trombone case available now?

~~[url]~~https://www.instagram.com/p/CgFK2Y-LuAh/

If not, which one would be?[/quote]
Fwiw, the Gard is more similar to Marcus Bonna MB2 (with the detachable slide case) in size.

Probably the MB Detachable Jazz trombone case for straight horns. Although the new "Baby" Detachable Tenor case looks to be pretty small.

I personally like the price of the Gard, but have some concern about the flexibility of the slide pocket on some of the earlier Gard cases that came with the A47XPS. Although I know that Abi's team is constantly improving their cases with feedback from dealers and the community.

alberttrombone · by **alberttrombone** » 2022-09-12 2:15 p.m.

Also the price of the Gard is way more affordable than de Marcus Bonna...

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2022-09-13 11:43 a.m.

The smallest cases I believe are the Lawler soft case and the Holton flat case.

jbeatenbough · by **jbeatenbough** » 2022-10-03 9:12 a.m.

BTW, shires has the Marco Magi screw bell case On Sale for $400 at the moment. I just got one, and so far, I think it is awesome.

elmsandr · by **elmsandr** » 2022-10-03 2:04 p.m.

[quote="jbeatenbough"]BTW, shires has the Marco Magi screw bell case On Sale for $400 at the moment. I just got one, and so far, I think it is awesome.[/quote]
Not sure if I noted this above, but I do have one of these for bass, and I like it, kinda.

Slide only works with Shires or Edwards length and width slides. No exceptions. No really, they just won't fit.

Bell section area is great. Does hold on my finger valve a little when I put it in the case, but not enough to cause any issues.

Still want to make something else, but never enough hours in the day to do something better.

Andy

Druidman · by **Druidman** » 2023-05-11 10:46 a.m.

Does anybody have any theories why Protec hasn't gotten into the screw bell game? Seems like they'd be a solid option based on the quality of their current lineup.

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2023-05-13 9:42 p.m.

[quote="Druidman"]Does anybody have any theories why Protec hasn't gotten into the screw bell game? Seems like they'd be a solid option based on the quality of their current lineup.[/quote]

and Bam, SKB, gator, Eastman...most all of them already make screw bell French horn cases. ;)

BigBadandBass · by **BigBadandBass** » 2023-05-15 5:59 p.m.

[quote="Chatname"]Maybe already mentioned above, in that case I missed it:

Marcus Bonna also has a “baby” detachable bell case. Looks very compact. Does anyone have any experiences with it? How does it compare to Bonnas regular detachable bell case?[/quote]

I have the bass version! It’s great, crazy small and dense. I was gonna make a separate post comparing it here after my graduation

BigBadandBass · by **BigBadandBass** » 2023-05-15 6:00 p.m.

[quote="pompatus"]Ooh, that MB baby case for detachable bell is new! I wish they had a bass version listed.[/quote]

Jlandress has or had a posting, I’m pretty sure I bought the only one they had

Jbeckett · by **Jbeckett** » 2023-05-20 5:31 p.m.

What are the best options and any non-standard options? Bonna, Bags, just looking for something different

Burgerbob · by **Burgerbob** » 2023-05-20 5:52 p.m.

Bonna is the best.

harrisonreed · by **harrisonreed** » 2023-05-20 6:01 p.m.

Is it possible to just merge and sticky this topic?

<LINK_TEXT text="viewtopic.php?p=70297#p70297">https://trombonechat.com/viewtopic.php?p=70297#p70297</LINK_TEXT>

BGuttman · by **BGuttman** » 2023-05-20 6:10 p.m.

[quote="harrisonreed"]Is it possible to just merge and sticky this topic?

<LINK_TEXT text="viewtopic.php?p=70297#p70297">https://trombonechat.com/viewtopic.php?p=70297#p70297</LINK_TEXT>[/quote]

OK. Done.

harrisonreed · by **harrisonreed** » 2023-05-20 6:12 p.m.

[quote="BGuttman"]<QUOTE author="harrisonreed" post_id="210484" time="1684620060" user_id="3642">
Is it possible to just merge and sticky this topic?

<LINK_TEXT text="viewtopic.php?p=70297#p70297">https://trombonechat.com/viewtopic.php?p=70297#p70297</LINK_TEXT>[/quote]

OK. Done.
</QUOTE>

Like a boss. Thanks Bruce!

TexHipp · by **TexHipp** » 2023-05-26 9:15 p.m.

A diversion on ~~[url=https://trombonechat.com/viewtopic.php?t=31481]~~this thread motivated me to investigate a perceived issue with my Marcus Bonna screw bell tenor case. While the materials and construction quality seem excellent, in my short time with this case, I have felt anxious about how close the slide and the F-attachment thumb pad come to each other. Thankfully, I have not experienced any damage, but in that thread ~~[url=https://trombonechat.com/viewtopic.php?p=210803#p210803]~~bbocaner reported damage that they attributed to the case design.

This motivated me to take a more critical look at how the trombone parts fit into the case. The Marcus Bonna screw bell case uses a system of re-positionable foam blocks secured by Velcro-type strips. This allows us to customize the way the bell section is cradled. Until this morning, I had the bell flare as close to the end of the case as possible, under the idea that the flare would move less if the case fell on that end. However, the consequence of that position is that the bell flare raises the bell section higher in the direction of the slide compartment. Adjusting the bell flare+cover an inch towards the right means that it intersects the bell stem where it's narrower. This allows the bell section to sit lower in the base of the case. This also further lowers the thumb pad, giving more clearance to the slide.

The slide is held about 1/2" deep within the lid, and now the F-attachment thumb pad peeks over the rim by only the smallest amount, I'd estimate <1/8". With the bell section secured by the sturdy Velcro strap, any jarring that would decrease that margin would probably result in more widespread damage than merely the thumb paddle denting the slide.

I also asked the manufacturer about my concerns, and André Bonna quickly and kindly addressed my concerns. He confirmed my observation that the slide is inset within the lid and the bell section is inset within the lower portion of the case. He also pointed out that the case design intentionally places the lever near the midpoint of the slide tubes.

All in all, after adjusting the bell flare so the bell stem section sits lower, I've gained some confidence in the design of the Marcus Bonna screw bell case. I will be sure that each time I place the bell stem section in the case that it's snuggled down to the floor as far as possible.

mbarbier · by **mbarbier** » 2023-05-27 5:12 p.m.

Jumping on TexHipp's comment, I've made a few mods to the Bona case that, to me, make it feel a bit more secure. Agreed with above comments that it works great but I also find it's got a bit of (quite correctable) wiggleroom. Disclaimer of I've had no issues of my horn getting damaged through a ton of travel and really love the case, also just ever paranoid about damaging my horn.

On the bell flair side, I don't really love that the bell flare is just sitting there empty and could potentially move, so I cut a piece of foam to fit around it to keep it more stable. It also allows a rubber plunger to fit under the flair with everything still fitting flush. Feels more secure to me to have the flair filled and one more thing I can keep in the case.

~~[url]~~https://photos.app.goo.gl/2SyMJvwVvapEXRxr7

I also find the slide has a decent bit of side to side wiggle room, at least for my fairly narrow conn slide, so I added a small Velcro strip that holds it more tightly flush against the foam stopper that's there.

~~[url]~~https://photos.app.goo.gl/bmpwu7t8iiQKrPST8

Apologies for the general dirtiness of my case- partially a suit case on the road and a cat bed at home!

Has anyone tried the new MB screw bell case that's a bit smaller?

Bassix · by **Bassix** » 2023-10-06 11:57 a.m.

https://picr.eu/i/9mOcV%0A

https://picr.eu/i/9mzFa%0A

https://picr.eu/i/9mPoY

Absolutely happy with the Bonna <EMOJI seq="1f970" tseq="1f970">🥰</EMOJI>

SwissTbone · by **SwissTbone** » 2023-10-06 1:58 p.m.

I don't have a lot of experience with screw bell cases. But I thonk those coming with the Y-Fort trombones are really good:

I'll gladly take more pictures if you want to see more.

SamBTbrn · by **SamBTbrn** » 2023-11-21 2:41 p.m.

[quote="SwissTbone"]I don't have a lot of experience with screw bell cases. But I thonk those coming with the Y-Fort trombones are really good:

I'll gladly take more pictures if you want to see more.[/quote]

Any Chance of posting a full review of the Y-forts?

It's been hard to find any information about them besides the website and Aidan's video on them.

Best

Sam

SwissTbone · by **SwissTbone** » 2023-11-21 4:51 p.m.

[quote="SamBTbrn"]<QUOTE author="SwissTbone" post_id="222087" time="1696615082" user_id="62">
I don't have a lot of experience with screw bell cases. But I thonk those coming with the Y-Fort trombones are really good:

I'll gladly take more pictures if you want to see more.[/quote]

Any Chance of posting a full review of the Y-forts?

It's been hard to find any information about them besides the website and Aidan's video on them.

Best

Sam
</QUOTE>

I have played on an Y-Fort yellow brass screw bell exclusively since October. It's definitely a really nice horn. Plays a little clearer than what I'm used from my Bach 42's, but the sound is very malleable - I like that. The valve is really good. No stickiness at all. Not as open as a Thayer, but a good compromise of openness and resistance. I'd like the throw to be a little shorter. But you can get used to it.

The slide is ok. A little noisy, but when clean and well lubricated it's still very good.

Bonus points for projection: I really have to be aware of that. Work smarter, not harder.

EZSlider · by **EZSlider** » 2023-12-25 10:51 a.m.

What is the smallest case a available? Just got a Yammy 891z with a screwbell.. looking for a case made for a straight small jazz horn.

If anyone knows of a non standard case I'm all ears too

EZ

muschem · by **muschem** » 2023-12-25 11:47 a.m.

[quote="EZSlider"]What is the smallest case a available? Just got a Yammy 891z with a screwbell.. looking for a case made for a straight small jazz horn.

If anyone knows of a non standard case I'm all ears too

EZ[/quote]

Not sure if it’s the smallest, but the Marcus Bonna for small tenor is great: <LINK_TEXT text="https://mbcases.com/portfolio/cases/tro ... z-trombone">https://mbcases.com/portfolio/cases/trombones/case-for-detachable-bell-jazz-trombone</LINK_TEXT>

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2023-12-25 12:23 p.m.

[quote="jacobgarchik"]The smallest cases I believe are the Lawler soft case and the Holton flat case.[/quote]

EZSlider · by **EZSlider** » 2023-12-25 3:24 p.m.

[quote="muschem"]

Not sure if it’s the smallest, but the Marcus Bonna for small tenor is great: <LINK_TEXT text="https://mbcases.com/portfolio/cases/tro ... z-trombone">https://mbcases.com/portfolio/cases/trombones/case-for-detachable-bell-jazz-trombone</LINK_TEXT>[/quote]

Thanks Mike.. yeah the jazz screwbell looks pretty small, but looking to get out of it a bit cheaper and a bit smaller..

EZ

EZSlider · by **EZSlider** » 2023-12-25 3:25 p.m.

[quote="jacobgarchik"]<QUOTE author="jacobgarchik" post_id="188672" time="1663083828" user_id="3890">
The smallest cases I believe are the Lawler soft case and the Holton flat case.[/quote]
</QUOTE>

Thanks but I guess maybe I needed to clarify looking for something that can actually be purchased

EZ

BigBadandBass · by **BigBadandBass** » 2023-12-25 4:18 p.m.

[quote="EZSlider"]

Thanks but I guess maybe I needed to clarify looking for something that can actually be purchased

EZ[/quote]

Bonna baby case may smallest and easily purchasable on the market

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2023-12-25 9:02 p.m.

I think those cases from Peru are cheaper than Bonna and around the same size...I have heard it's relatively easy to order from him but have not done so. I think you will need some Spanish language skills. Maybe a good way to save a $100 or so! his cases look cool.

https://www.facebook.com/estuches.Jonny.Villena

EZSlider · by **EZSlider** » 2023-12-28 10:56 p.m.

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1022999752?pid=502581

Strongly considering one of these for my 891Z.. will keep y'all informed if I do

EZ

SamBTbrn · by **SamBTbrn** » 2024-01-03 12:50 p.m.

Alibaba sold copy of the Marcus Bonna screw bell. Maybe this is the company that makes the cases for Y-fort?

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pbone3b · by **pbone3b** » 2024-01-30 9:58 a.m.

[quote="muschem"]Not sure if it’s the smallest, but the Marcus Bonna for small tenor is great: <LINK_TEXT text="https://mbcases.com/portfolio/cases/tro ... z-trombone">https://mbcases.com/portfolio/cases/trombones/case-for-detachable-bell-jazz-trombone</LINK_TEXT>[/quote]
I like mine. It was kind of a splurge, price-wise, but once you've decided to go with a cut bell, you're already pretty invested, so why not? I did have the pleasure of fitting it into one of those weird over-head spaces where they store the first aid gear and other stuff. None of the rollie-bags fit, but my case tucked right in.

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2024-02-07 3:00 p.m.

From Littin comes a viola shaped case with a glossy exterior.

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https://www.littin-musik.de/littin-bags/?lang=en

elmsandr · by **elmsandr** » 2024-02-08 7:19 a.m.

Man, I’d love one of those in Bass trombone. Hard case, latches, tiny. Darned near perfect.

Cheers,

Andy

Posaunus · by **Posaunus** » 2024-02-08 1:20 p.m.

[quote="elmsandr"]Man, I’d love one of those in Bass trombone. Hard case, latches, tiny. Darned near perfect.

Cheers,

Andy[/quote]

And you might get misidentified as a violist.

What could be better? :idk:

Burgerbob · by **Burgerbob** » 2024-02-08 1:40 p.m.

I currently have a prototype from a big maker... Stay posted

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2024-02-28 10:00 a.m.

Thein has these viola shaped cases too, apparently made by DAC

https://fb.watch/qv0_gq22x1/

bassbone1993 · by **bassbone1993** » 2024-02-28 3:26 p.m.

[quote="Burgerbob"]I currently have a prototype from a big maker... Stay posted[/quote]

Oooooo 8-)

EZSlider · by **EZSlider** » 2024-02-28 4:05 p.m.

[quote="bassbone1993"]<QUOTE author="Burgerbob" post_id="233501" time="1707417653" user_id="3131">
I currently have a prototype from a big maker... Stay posted[/quote]

Oooooo 8-)
</QUOTE>

We're listening

EZ

EZSlider · by **EZSlider** » 2024-09-29 9:14 p.m.

Still listening

EZ

Inversion64 · by **Inversion64** » 2024-11-29 1:43 p.m.

I recently bought some cases from BrassGalaxy

Bass fiberglass and an all new screw bell for my cut bell Yamaha.

Wait time was 6-12,weeks since all hand made in Spain and Brazil.

Beautifully made too.

There is a new screw bell bag coming very soon from Europe

bassbone1993 · by **bassbone1993** » 2024-11-29 5:39 p.m.

[quote="Inversion64"]I recently bought some cases from BrassGalaxy

Bass fiberglass and an all new screw bell for my cut bell Yamaha.

Wait time was 6-12,weeks since all hand made in Spain and Brazil.

Beautifully made too.

There is a new screw bell bag coming very soon from Europe[/quote]

Pictures?

SackbutRoyale · by **SackbutRoyale** » 2024-12-17 1:00 p.m.

Are any of the cases listed hard shell cases? Or are they basically gig bags?

Burgerbob · by **Burgerbob** » 2024-12-17 1:02 p.m.

[quote="SackbutRoyale"]Are any of the cases listed hard shell cases? Or are they basically gig bags?[/quote]

I'm not sure if any of them are gig bags, most are hard cases.

SackbutRoyale · by **SackbutRoyale** » 2024-12-17 1:09 p.m.

[quote="Burgerbob"]<QUOTE author="SackbutRoyale" post_id="261713" time="1734458455" user_id="9110">
Are any of the cases listed hard shell cases? Or are they basically gig bags?[/quote]

I'm not sure if any of them are gig bags, most are hard cases.
</QUOTE>

Thanks! That's what I needed to know. I'm about to purchase a Yamaha YBL-835GD, and for some reason, Yamaha doesn't provide cases for those horns! In fact, from the unboxing videos I've seen, they don't provide cases for ANY of their bass trombones! I wonder why that is?

Burgerbob · by **Burgerbob** » 2024-12-17 1:18 p.m.

[quote="SackbutRoyale"]<QUOTE author="Burgerbob" post_id="261714" time="1734458551" user_id="3131">

I'm not sure if any of them are gig bags, most are hard cases.[/quote]

Thanks! That's what I needed to know. I'm about to purchase a Yamaha YBL-835GD, and for some reason, Yamaha doesn't provide cases for those horns! In fact, from the unboxing videos I've seen, they don't provide cases for ANY of their bass trombones! I wonder why that is?
</QUOTE>

They do for the uncut bells, but they didn't develop a case for the D models.

SackbutRoyale · by **SackbutRoyale** » 2024-12-18 1:11 p.m.

Thanks for all your responses. I think I've made my decision. I appreciate you.

JLivi · by **JLivi** » 2024-12-18 7:52 p.m.

[quote="SackbutRoyale"]Thanks! That's what I needed to know. I'm about to purchase a Yamaha YBL-835GD, and for some reason, Yamaha doesn't provide cases for those horns! In fact, from the unboxing videos I've seen, they don't provide cases for ANY of their bass trombones! I wonder why that is?[/quote]
I just talked to Yamaha reps today at the Midwest band clinic and they mentioned to me that players that order detachable bells are usually pros and have after market cases. And they also mentioned that if they bought a Yamaha detachable bell that they wouldn't want the stock case and would most likely upgrade anyway.

Also, I played the 835 today. It was a great horn!

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2024-12-19 9:45 a.m.

[quote="Burgerbob"]<QUOTE author="SackbutRoyale" post_id="261713" time="1734458455" user_id="9110">
Are any of the cases listed hard shell cases? Or are they basically gig bags?[/quote]

I'm not sure if any of them are gig bags, most are hard cases.
</QUOTE>

There was a Lawler gig bag.

There was a page on the Cronkhite site about a gig bag but with no picture. The page has been taken down. I don't think they ever made one.

Way back when I first was starting to investigate getting the screw bell I corresponded with Cronkhite himself about making a screw bell case and he said it wouldn't be a big deal once they figured out the pattern. By the time I got the work done to the horn he was gone.

I think Superfine made a case.

After owning a Basilli for 15 years, very similar to a Bonna, I've decided it hurts my back. I'll still use it to travel. I am a gig bag fan for around NYC unless i go on a plane. We really need some ergonomic options, like the cello players have, with lumbar support similar to a hiking backpack.

tromboneVan · by **tromboneVan** » 2025-02-06 4:49 p.m.

This is the case that I went with... fits a cut-bell alto, and tenor. The bells nest inside each other. Still in the process of getting my alto (and my bass) bells cut.. it would be a trip if my 180 fits in there.

<LINK_TEXT text="https://mbcases.com/portfolio/cases/tro ... r-and-alto">https://mbcases.com/portfolio/cases/trombones/2-detachable-bell-trombones-tenor-and-alto</LINK_TEXT>

bassbone1993 · by **bassbone1993** » 2025-02-14 12:48 p.m.

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Protec actually did one? The inside looks really similar to their MAX cases which I've always had issues with. AFAIK, no bass version yet.

Burgerbob · by **Burgerbob** » 2025-02-14 1:09 p.m.

Yes, I had their prototype. Not a bad case, much larger than the Bonna style in length. Holds the horn well and is very light.

bassbone1993 · by **bassbone1993** » 2025-02-14 1:46 p.m.

Also looks a bit wider. Hopefully they'll be a bass version.

Tatertotplaystrombone · by **Tatertotplaystrombone** » 2025-02-15 5:51 p.m.

[quote="bassbone1993"]Also looks a bit wider. Hopefully they'll be a bass version.[/quote]

I talked to the sales rep at the booth and they said they are working on a bass version. They said it will hit the market probably end of this year or early next.

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2025-02-15 6:31 p.m.

Looks thick. Thickness is the key metric, IMO. Thickness is the difference between fitting in the little overheads or not, not length or width.

Anyway, baby steps. Only took them 10+ years of people asking. Where are BAM and Eastman, or for that matter, stock cases from Yamaha or Conn/Selmer/Bach?

(I am still waiting for a Cronkhite style gig bag without exterior detachable slide which I also believe is bad for plane success strategy)

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2025-02-16 11:47 a.m.

According to these (somewhat confusing) specs the protec is 6-8" deep, sort of shaped like a pyramid. Am I reading these right?

"Weight: 5.95 lbs; 2.7 kg

Exterior dimensions (tuning slide end): 35.5(l) x 8(w) x 12(h) "; 902 x 203 x 305mm

Exterior dimensions (bell end): 35.5(l) x 6(w) x 8(h) "; 902x 152 x 203mm

Accommodates bells up to 9" (229mm)"

<LINK_TEXT text="https://www.protecstyle.com/SCREW-BELL- ... O-PAC-CASE">https://www.protecstyle.com/SCREW-BELL-TENOR-TROMBONE-PRO-PAC-CASE</LINK_TEXT>

Compare to the Marcus Bonnas, about 5.5", or Holton, less than 5". They are both flat cases, not pyramidal.

I believe this is because the cases are structurally hard styrofoam covered in cordura, as opposed to fiberglass (bonna) or plywood (holton), so they need to be thicker to maintain stiffness.

Burgerbob · by **Burgerbob** » 2025-02-16 12:42 p.m.

The prototype I had was flat. But it may have changed a bit.

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2025-02-16 1:03 p.m.

did it seem thicker than the competitors?

Burgerbob · by **Burgerbob** » 2025-02-16 1:10 p.m.

It was a bit thinner than my Chinese screwbell case (Y-Fort), but larger overall. I used it for a bit instead of the stock case, it definitely had some advantages in getting the horn set up more easily.

bassbone1993 · by **bassbone1993** » 2025-02-16 2:23 p.m.

Since I live close to the trombone shop, I'll probably head in and take a look at it once they come in. Currently looking at getting a cut bell, and protec is a good option being roughly $250 cheaper than an MB

bkessler · by **bkessler** » 2025-02-18 11:58 a.m.

Since I just got one of the Marcus Bonna screw bell baby case, I thought I’d share a quick size comparison photo.

This is the Lawler hard case, the MB baby, and the Basilli side by side. I forgot to reattach the Basilli sheet music pocket, but you can still get a pretty good idea. Amazingly, the MB is the only one I can fit a Rath R3F in.

bassbone1993 · by **bassbone1993** » 2025-02-18 2:28 p.m.

[quote="bkessler"]Since I just got one of the Marcus Bonna screw bell baby case, I thought I’d share a quick size comparison photo.

This is the Lawler hard case, the MB baby, and the Basilli side by side. I forgot to reattach the Basilli sheet music pocket, but you can still get a pretty good idea. Amazingly, the MB is the only one I can fit a Rath R3F in.[/quote]

In what ways did the Rath not fit?

bkessler · by **bkessler** » 2025-02-18 3:44 p.m.

[quote="bassbone1993"]<QUOTE author="bkessler" post_id="267421" time="1739897894" user_id="7923">
Since I just got one of the Marcus Bonna screw bell baby case, I thought I’d share a quick size comparison photo.

This is the Lawler hard case, the MB baby, and the Basilli side by side. I forgot to reattach the Basilli sheet music pocket, but you can still get a pretty good idea. Amazingly, the MB is the only one I can fit a Rath R3F in.[/quote]

In what ways did the Rath not fit?
</QUOTE>

In the Lawler Case, it doesn't really fit at all. In the Basilli case, it fits fine without the valve section, but when I add the valve, the trigger mechanism plus thumb screw just makes it so I can't quite squeeze it in. (Mostly the trigger is too wide). It's a tight squeeze in the MB baby, but it does seem to fit. (I also love the storage for the trombone stand on the outside).

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2025-02-19 1:41 p.m.

Travelbone that fits in a suitcase.

https://buddenbohm.com/en/travelbone/

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elmsandr · by **elmsandr** » 2025-02-19 7:47 p.m.

Seen this before…. Not sure I’ve ever seen a worse idea for a case.

At least parts to repair will be unique and difficult.

Andy

bassbone1993 · by **bassbone1993** » 2025-02-19 11:41 p.m.

Also, I'm 99% sure that the slide is shorter than the average tenor slide.

UATrombone · by **UATrombone** » 2025-02-20 12:07 a.m.

[quote="bassbone1993"]Also, I'm 99% sure that the slide is shorter than the average tenor slide.[/quote]
Not 99%... 100!

It IS shorter (read description for all 3 models), as I understand "cable" means "handslide" there... In original German description they use word "Zug".

Actually it is Yamaha 350C conception, just made by German craftsman.

Wilco · by **Wilco** » 2025-03-28 8:02 a.m.

Hi, I finally got my custom Marcus Bonna today. Took some time to get the fitting right!!

Enjoy <EMOJI seq="1f60a" tseq="1f60a">😊</EMOJI>

baBposaune · by **baBposaune** » 2025-04-28 1:16 p.m.

Just ordered a "Plano" 36" gun case what I will set up the interior foam to fit my screw bell. I thought the price and protection were outstanding versus building from scratch, $110 plus tax free shipping. Will post photos with my horn inside when it arrives.

Hapa5 · 2025-04-30 3:46 p.m.

New member here. I purchased a B.A.C. custom screw on bell recently. I had a Marcus Bonna case for it for a little while but I felt it was lacking in the trombone stand department. I ended up purchasing a Pelican 1700 protector long case for it. It works great, though a little heavy. Once I have permissions to upload pictures I’ll add them to the thread. It works well and it fits everything I would want to take to a gig (including the trombone stand).

sirisobhakya · by **sirisobhakya** » 2025-05-01 9:22 a.m.

[quote="Wilco"]Hi, I finally got my custom Marcus Bonna today. Took some time to get the fitting right!!

Enjoy <EMOJI seq="1f60a" tseq="1f60a">😊</EMOJI>[/quote]

Last year when I went to Japan to bring my new bass home, it took me almost 1 hour at Yamaha Ginza, amidst sympathetic gazes from the shopkeepers, to set the fitting up :weep: Not counting another 30 mins at the hotel. But I have to admit, it is the best (if not the only) screw bell bass case in the market.

Yamaha recommends the MB Baby with their cut bell horns. They look smaller and much thinner, but I don’t like the way the bell is secured with a leather strap.

Johnstad · by **Johnstad** » 2025-05-01 11:37 a.m.

[quote="baBposaune"]Just ordered a "Plano" 36" gun case what I will set up the interior foam to fit my screw bell. I thought the price and protection were outstanding versus building from scratch, $110 plus tax free shipping. Will post photos with my horn inside when it arrives.[/quote]

Curious to see how this works!

tromboneVan · 2025-05-01 11:55 a.m.

Love my bona cut bell tenor / alto case

baBposaune · by **baBposaune** » 2025-05-02 6:54 p.m.

[quote="Johnstad"]<QUOTE author="baBposaune" post_id="274389" time="1745860580" user_id="4356">
Just ordered a "Plano" 36" gun case what I will set up the interior foam to fit my screw bell. I thought the price and protection were outstanding versus building from scratch, $110 plus tax free shipping. Will post photos with my horn inside when it arrives.[/quote]

Curious to see how this works!
</QUOTE>

Here's the preliminary result after tracing and cutting foam. I still have some tweaks to do but it is actually usable in it's current state. I'm planning on adding some cloth lining under the bell and accessory compartment to keep things from slipping under the foam. (Hot glue will set everything in place when I'm happy with it.) I was hoping it would be lighter but at 11 lbs. it seems to give excellent protection.

Someone will probably ask so I'll explain the balance weight. Standard Bach didn't do the job so I used a vinyl album weight which I never use for playing LPs since it slowed down my turntable. Hot glued into place and easily removable in the future.

baBposaune · by **baBposaune** » 2025-05-02 7:11 p.m.

For anyone who might be thinking about making a detachable bell case from a 36" Plano gun case, know the following: if an inexpensive solution is what you seek, these are available from Amazon for around $90, so I could've saved $20 if I had checked. The DIY labor part is not terribly difficult. It weighs more than I was hoping for but I did not want to build one from scratch. The total $ for a scratch build could easily have cost double.

TromboneConcerto · by **TromboneConcerto** » 2025-05-02 9:26 p.m.

I own both a DAC case (made from a viola case) and a MB with the detachable slide case.

The MB is far superior in every way. It is about the same weight, doesn't have that glossy plastic exterior that will scratch and scuff, and the detachable slide case has saved me a few times on flights. You also never have to worry about the slide being hit by the bell, because they are fully separated.

The MB is also slightly thinner. I bought a Pelican Storm Rifle Case and when I need to check my horn I put the MB Case, with the horn in it, fully inside the rifle case! It closes nice and tight and is an excellent solution for flying when it's a complete no go in the overheads (small plane, Japanese airlines, etc). The Pelican case even leaves a bit of room for clothes which acts like foam to keep the case from moving around in there.

This isn't saying the DAC case is bad- it is very light, gets a lot of comments and protects my horn very well- but I don't think it competes with the MB.

Hapa5 · by **Hapa5** » 2025-05-04 3:51 p.m.

[quote="TromboneConcerto"]I own both a DAC case (made from a viola case) and a MB with the detachable slide case.

The MB is far superior in every way. It is about the same weight, doesn't have that glossy plastic exterior that will scratch and scuff, and the detachable slide case has saved me a few times on flights. You also never have to worry about the slide being hit by the bell, because they are fully separated.

The MB is also slightly thinner. I bought a Pelican Storm Rifle Case and when I need to check my horn I put the MB Case, with the horn in it, fully inside the rifle case! It closes nice and tight and is an excellent solution for flying when it's a complete no go in the overheads (small plane, Japanese airlines, etc). The Pelican case even leaves a bit of room for clothes which acts like foam to keep the case from moving around in there.

This isn't saying the DAC case is bad- it is very light, gets a lot of comments and protects my horn very well- but I don't think it competes with the MB.[/quote]

The pelican cases are definitely heavier but worth it. I feel like if a photographer can trust their cameras in a pelican I can trust my horn in it. It’s bee tossed around a bit and the horn is fine.

goodguy · by **goodguy** » 2025-06-04 4:25 p.m.

Looking Amazing

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2025-07-15 3:06 p.m.

Anybody mess around with putting a small bore screw bell trombone in a sackbut case and carrying the bell flare separately?

These sackbut cases are tiny.

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hiktro · by **hiktro** » 2025-09-06 3:12 a.m.

The case made by Lion Carbon Fiber in Hong Kong has arrived last week.

It is as light as the carbon fiber Marcus Bona Baby. I ordered mine in the metallic gray color, but there are plenty of color choices.

My Bach 42T fit nicely in the case, but a horn with a wide chassis like the Shires needs to be placed inside the case so that the lever and hand slide do not interfere. More movable pads and cushions would be nice.

Overall I am very pleased with the quality of this case.
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jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2025-10-06 4:59 p.m.

here's another model from Marcus Bonna, for small bore cut bell trombones.

<LINK_TEXT text="https://mbcases.com/portfolio/cases/tro ... mbone-mb-2">https://mbcases.com/portfolio/cases/trombones/case-for-detachable-bell-jazz-trombone-mb-2</LINK_TEXT>

and one with the bell flare centered in the case.

<LINK_TEXT text="https://mbcases.com/portfolio/cases/tro ... mbone-baby">https://mbcases.com/portfolio/cases/trombones/case-for-detachable-bell-jazz-trombone-baby</LINK_TEXT>

TromboneSam · by **TromboneSam** » 2025-10-13 12:00 a.m.

[quote="hiktro"]The case made by Lion Carbon Fiber in Hong Kong has arrived last week.

It is as light as the carbon fiber Marcus Bona Baby. I ordered mine in the metallic gray color, but there are plenty of color choices.

My Bach 42T fit nicely in the case, but a horn with a wide chassis like the Shires needs to be placed inside the case so that the lever and hand slide do not interfere. More movable pads and cushions would be nice.

Overall I am very pleased with the quality of this case.

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This looks awesome. Where did you end up ordering from? Also do you mind sharing the price?

hiktro · by **hiktro** » 2025-10-13 1:31 a.m.

[quote="TromboneSam"]<QUOTE author="hiktro" post_id="284969" time="1757142779" user_id="14596">
The case made by Lion Carbon Fiber in Hong Kong has arrived last week.

It is as light as the carbon fiber Marcus Bona Baby. I ordered mine in the metallic gray color, but there are plenty of color choices.

My Bach 42T fit nicely in the case, but a horn with a wide chassis like the Shires needs to be placed inside the case so that the lever and hand slide do not interfere. More movable pads and cushions would be nice.

Overall I am very pleased with the quality of this case.

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IMG_20250906_152427.jpgIMG_20250906_154103.jpg

pl1568.jpgIMG_20250831_130145.jpg[/quote]

This looks awesome. Where did you end up ordering from? Also do you mind sharing the price?
</QUOTE>

https://www.facebook.com/share/1D9U77N7X8/

https://www.instagram.com/lion_carbonfiber

It's best to message them on their Facebook or Instagram page to place an order. Since they don't publicly list case prices, I'll send you a PM about that.

jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2025-12-14 11:58 a.m.

Ultimate Brass? confused. but here's another case. anybody know where to get these?

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jacobgarchik · by **jacobgarchik** » 2025-12-14 12:01 p.m.

ok now I'm even more confused. There's a company called "Masunto"? looks like Bags of Spain. but different?

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bassbone1993 · by **bassbone1993** » 2025-12-26 8:59 p.m.

I know ultimate brass had some prototype cases. Very, very few of them were made. I had one and ended up selling it, as I felt that the prototypes lacked enough padding.

mbarbier · by **mbarbier** » 2026-01-09 10:56 p.m.

Not a new case, but case adjacent. I'd assume other folks share the same, minor, complaint with screw bell cases that you can no longer bring an in bell practice mute as easily when traveling. Recently got a Wallace compact practice mute and found that it fits by the bell flare in the mona tenor case- was excited and wanted to share. Don't like it as much as the normal Wallace practice mute, but it's a pretty decent mute. Glad to have a mute that fits in the case. It's a bit tight, but seems ok.

don't know if I did the image url correctly, if not here's the link to the google drive photo:

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