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Cymbal Bag

Merlin5

Merlin5

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Hi guys. I'm in need of a new cymbal bag as my current one is starting to develop a hole at the bottom. It's a great bag, GEWA SPS deluxe 24". Had it for two years. All my cymbal bags eventually develop a hole at the bottom, including my old protection racket. I'm not really sure which bag to buy, I need one that will last longer and not wear out at the bottom. I really like the features of the GEWA and am tempted to buy it again. By the way, never needed 24" but that's the size that was for sale at the time. Currently I'm seeing a 22" GEWA SPS for £116. Would you say 2 years is acceptable duration for a cymbal bag or too short? I do gig a lot so it gets plenty of wear and tear.

I'm thinking about buying one of those Mono bags, they're supposed to be the best. Very expensive but I don't mind pressing the button on it if someone tells me it's unlikely to wear out at the bottom in two years. Anyone have experience of Mono?
 
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Jeremy Bender said:
No experience with Mono myself. Short of a hardcase these are nice option, I own the Voyager model shown. It's got a reinforced bottom and a nice cushioned handle that distibutes the weight load.
https://reunionblues.com/collection...k_6WWrcblHOpIkRnCi2hF2CQvup5D09yMJZb_oP_va3Zg
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I’ve got what is now known as the Reunion Blues Continental Voyager Cymbal Case. I say that because it may have been called something different when I got it, which is right about the time they introduced it to the market. (Around 2008.) Mine also looks a bit different from the website above.
Mine has seen well over 1000 gigs and been with me all over the upper Midwest. Absolutely no wear on the bottom, inside or out. One of the zipper pulls has broken off which stinks but considering what it has been through, I’m thankful that’s all I can say about it negatively.

Reunion Blues products are the absolute best. You pay for it, but they have proven over and over again to be more than worth it.
 
Jeremy Bender said:
No experience with Mono myself. Short of a hardcase these are nice option, I own the Voyager model shown. It's got a reinforced bottom and a nice cushioned handle that distibutes the weight load.
https://reunionblues.com/collection...k_6WWrcblHOpIkRnCi2hF2CQvup5D09yMJZb_oP_va3Zg
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Oh I forgot about Reunion Blue, I love the look of those, particularly the blue trim inside! I think they're in the same league as Mono. I've just looked for them and the thing is, it'll be an American import to the UK with possible import taxes on top of what is already a very expensive bag plus shipping. So I'm not sure yet. But yeah, I would say that's the bag I really want now. I'll see.
 
John Q. Drummer said:
I’ve got what is now known as the Reunion Blues Continental Voyager Cymbal Case. I say that because it may have been called something different when I got it, which is right about the time they introduced it to the market. (Around 2008.) Mine also looks a bit different from the website above.
Mine has seen well over 1000 gigs and been with me all over the upper Midwest. Absolutely no wear on the bottom, inside or out. One of the zipper pulls has broken off which stinks but considering what it has been through, I’m thankful that’s all I can say about it negatively.

Reunion Blues products are the absolute best. You pay for it, but they have proven over and over again to be more than worth it.
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Sounds good. I found a couple of Reunion Blues RBX in stock which I like the look of as well. I found a Voyager but it says out of stock.
 
KenDoken said:
2 years doesn't seem that long to me - I had a protection racket bag that lasted about 5. How much does it weigh?
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Well I've got 2 x 20" rides in it, 13" hi-hats, a 16" and 18" crash, 12" splash, and a few bits and pieces in the front zip pocket and the whole bag with that stuff in it weighs 14kg. Is that too much for the bag?
 
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Merlin5 said:
Well I've got 2 x 20" rides in it, 13" hi-hats, a 16" and 18" crash, 12" splash, and a few bits and pieces in the front zip pocket and the whole bag with that stuff in it weighs 14kg. Is that too much for the bag?
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No but it's twice the weight of my cymbal bag so explains half the lifespan.

I try to keep mine flat when storing, and using to reduce wear
 
KenDoken said:
No but it's twice the weight of my cymbal bag so explains half the lifespan.

I try to keep mine flat when storing, and using to reduce wear
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I have a Protection Racket cymbal bag I've used for at least 10 years and it's still going strong.

I never thought to store it flat... It usually sits empty at home. I also use an SKB cymbal vault quite a bit, but the PR bag sees the most action.
 
Merlin5 said:
Well I've got 2 x 20" rides in it, 13" hi-hats, a 16" and 18" crash, 12" splash, and a few bits and pieces in the front zip pocket and the whole bag with that stuff in it weighs 14kg. Is that too much for the bag?
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I keep a set of cymbals in mine, a 21" ride with two 18" crashes and a set of 14" hi hats. I just checked to see what's available for space and there's still a couple spaces left available inside the bag. I think the list you mentioned should be okay.

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In the UK? Get a Hardcase!!

2 years??Pfffttt!

A Hardcase protects your cymbals properly, most of it's constituent parts that MAY wear out are available individually, & it's peace of mind if you accidentally drop it. Mine currently contains a 22"ride, 21"crash/ride, 17/18/19 crashes, hi-hats & a splash. 8 cymbals, no problem.

Mine's about 12 years old, & the only thing I've needed to replace is the plastic sleeve that fits over the spindle that the cymbals are mounted on.
A length of 8mm braided plastic tubing from eBay, about £2....
 
GSL said:
In the UK? Get a Hardcase!!

2 years??Pfffttt!

A Hardcase protects your cymbals properly, most of it's constituent parts that MAY wear out are available individually, & it's peace of mind if you accidentally drop it. Mine currently contains a 22"ride, 21"crash/ride, 17/18/19 crashes, hi-hats & a splash. 8 cymbals, no problem.

Mine's about 12 years old, & the only thing I've needed to replace is the plastic sleeve that fits over the spindle that the cymbals are mounted on.
A length of 8mm braided plastic tubing from eBay, about £2....
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yeah..I have had my Humes and Berg hard case for 30+ years, and it is still going. It has been tossed around, knocked over, stacked on etc all over the east coast and midwest....I even have the original "wing nut" thing that keeps the cymbals on the center post. Took some felt and cut out 22" circles that fit in between each cymbal. Poke a hole in the center so they fit over the center post as well.

In '94, I think it was $75...the "non-rolly" version is currently $140....well worth the investment
 
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KenDoken said:
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No but it's twice the weight of my cymbal bag so explains half the lifespan.

I try to keep mine flat when storing, and using to reduce wear
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Storing flat is a really good idea, it may help reduce wear at the bottom. I'll start doing that. I've always leaned it upright against a surface.
 
Jeremy Bender said:
I keep a set of cymbals in mine, a 21" ride with two 18" crashes and a set of 14" hi hats. I just checked to see what's available for space and there's still a couple spaces left available inside the bag. I think the list you mentioned should be okay.

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Very nice looking bag. Is it Reunion Blue?
 
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GSL said:
In the UK? Get a Hardcase!!

2 years??Pfffttt!

A Hardcase protects your cymbals properly, most of it's constituent parts that MAY wear out are available individually, & it's peace of mind if you accidentally drop it. Mine currently contains a 22"ride, 21"crash/ride, 17/18/19 crashes, hi-hats & a splash. 8 cymbals, no problem.

Mine's about 12 years old, & the only thing I've needed to replace is the plastic sleeve that fits over the spindle that the cymbals are mounted on.
A length of 8mm braided plastic tubing from eBay, about £2....
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Yeah, I do agree a Hardcase would last a lifetime. But I just prefer the ease and speed of unzipping and pulling cymbals out of the top of a soft case.
 
Jeremy Bender said:
I keep a set of cymbals in mine, a 21" ride with two 18" crashes and a set of 14" hi hats. I just checked to see what's available for space and there's still a couple spaces left available inside the bag. I think the list you mentioned should be okay.

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This one looks nice.

I had a similar one though when I was playing lots of jazz gigs and my Sabian ride definitely got beat up. Just depends on how much you're traveling with it, throwing it around in a car, etc.

Will have to get a hard case soon as well
 
I bought this one after a friend let me borrow one just like it. I've been very pleased with it.

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DutchDrummersDreams said:
The Protection Racket AAA is your best friend then.
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I've been thinking long and hard about five bags I've shortlisted. Tama Powerpad, Ahead with trolley & wheels, Protection Racket AAA, Mono and Reunion Blues.

Reunion Blues was my first choice but is probably going to be just that bit too expensive coming from the US with import duties. I don't know if Mono has a hard shell for reinforcing the edges. Ahead might be a good idea if it's kept on the trolley to reduce wear on the bottom. Tama Powerpad is pretty good, I've got a couple of their products but not sure how it would hold up for cymbals.

I'm thinking that your suggestion of the AAA case might be just the ticket. It has a polycarbonate frame. Do you think that would be about the same as what Reunion Blues describe as their 'shock absorbing flexoskeleton' in terms of durability? Maybe they also use a polycarbonate frame? I'd be happy if I knew it was basically the same material. Reunion Blues does seem indestructible according to a video I watched by a jazz drummer who's had his for 5 years. His has been well used and travelled with no signs of wear and tear. His is an older model RB Continental before the RB Continental Voyager.
 
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