What case are you using for your SG?

[Hairless_Ape]

So I just got an Epiphone '66 G400 and I've been looking at cases. I think I'm down to either the Musician's Gear case or the Epiphone. I'll only travel a few miles down the road, so I don't need anything bulletproof or expensive. Everywhere I see the MG case for sale it shows pictures of a case with some sort of polished chrome looking hardware. However every description I read says it has "semi-gold-plated steel" hardware...whatever the hell that means. Anyone actually have one of the MG cases or seen one in person?

And any other options in the sub $80 price range will be welcomed.

 

[studio1087]

I have two SG's in the MF house brand cases and two Melody Makers in the MF house brand Les Paul Cases. 5 ply. Nice handles. Solid case for $50.

John

 

[Hairless_Ape]

Thanks John, I was starting to think everyone on MLP that owns an SG must keep it in a trash bag. The headstock is really close to the end of the case. I wonder if the EPI will fit.

 

[Trea]

I'm using a Gator SG case that I like a lot. Offers good protection and the hardware seems solid.

 

[Telechamp]

Ordered a Rondo Music hardshell SG case for my Faded Special - $49.99 + shipping. Good solid case for an SG.

 

[LPGeoff]

If I remember right, the EPI won't fit. That long ass headstock won't fit where a Gibson will.

I'm assuming you'd have to get an Epi case.

I could be wrong though.

 

[Willncarolina09]

+1 on the Rondo Music case. I have had a couple and was very impressed. Very good protection for the low price.

 

[-=[Shifty]=-]

Thanks John, I was starting to think everyone on MLP that owns an SG must keep it in a trash bag. The headstock is really close to the end of the case. I wonder if the EPI will fit.

Hmm, Epi SGs are longer than Gibson SGs, due to the narrower headstock angle.

 

[SludgeBurns]

I'd say stick with the Epiphone case. They don't get much cheaper price wise and quality is just fine for normal use. I got one for my Epiphone dot and it's great.

Epiphone SG Hardshell Case $79.00

http://accessories.musiciansfriend.com/product/Epiphone-SG-Hardshell-Case?sku=517247

 

[Pani]

Gibson USA's hardshell case. There isn't something better!

 

[Hairless_Ape]

so I did some looking and the MG case is 40.5" long internally and my EPI SG is 40.25". I really like the idea of an arch top, but with the SG reputation for busted necks at the headstock I'm not sure that's enough breathing room.

 

[61SGLP]

I have a fiberglass Musician's Gear case for my acoustic that is actually a pretty great case for $100. BUT...it smells like a dead skunk whenever I open it. The smell isn't getting into the guitar...I think it's just in the adhesive they used to attach the internal foam.

Anyway, just a heads up about Musician's Gear stuff...

 

[dennistruckdriver]

I have an Epiphone case for SGs that is like new. Shame you're not closer, or you could buy this one for $50, but shipping would make the total price too close to a new one.

 

[Hairless_Ape]

Found a new Epi SG case local for $60 (had a 5" scratch on the back). I was suprised to find that the Epi case is so off balance...very top heavy. Makes it a lil awkard to carry. It will do the job though.

 

[colchar]

I have two SG's in the MF house brand cases and two Melody Makers in the MF house brand Les Paul Cases. 5 ply. Nice handles. Solid case for $50.

John

Is that a generic MF case or a specific MF SG case?

 

[studio1087]

Is that a generic MF case or a specific MF SG case?

It's this one - linky

 

[AngryHatter]

It's this one - linky

I have that case - paid $40.
Cheap - after two years it's starting to fall apart.
I gig a lot. Do not place anything on top of that case when packing your equipment.


It should be fine if the guitar just sits in the house.

 

[SlaytanicDude]

I have an SKB hardshell for when I take the bus, and a generic softshell for when I have a private ride or the train-RoadRunner I think?

 

[Waffles]

I have been using Gibson's SG Case and it works just fine. I brought my guitar from another country and it came entire! You can always get a clone or a Fat Boy case

 

[Thanos]

Gibson TKL SG case.