muzicman52 Posted March 2 Share Posted March 2 I ordered two(2) ES-335 Modern Hardshell Cases hoping to replace the original cases I have for my '75 ES-335 & '81 ES-347. Unfortunately, they will both have to be sent back because none of the guitars fit... NONE. It's kind of sad that a company like Gibson doesn't think or care about products that were manufactured prior to their moving to Nashville. Will Gibson ever offer cases for their vintage guitars? Aftermarket cases are in the same boat, these guitars just don't fit. Does anyone out know of a source that carries cases that fits these types of guitars, vintage ES models? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieDog Posted March 2 Share Posted March 2 I’m in the same boat, looking for a case for my 1910 L1 archtop. It’s such an odd size, the only thing I’ve found is to have one custom made, which will cost nearly as much as the guitar. Until I free up the funds, fingers crossed the conditions will stay right in the music room to keep it safe in the ill-fitting 1930s chipboard it came with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wmachine Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 7 hours ago, muzicman52 said: I ordered two(2) ES-335 Modern Hardshell Cases hoping to replace the original cases I have for my '75 ES-335 & '81 ES-347. Unfortunately, they will both have to be sent back because none of the guitars fit... NONE. It's kind of sad that a company like Gibson doesn't think or care about products that were manufactured prior to their moving to Nashville. Will Gibson ever offer cases for their vintage guitars? Aftermarket cases are in the same boat, these guitars just don't fit. Does anyone out know of a source that carries cases that fits these types of guitars, vintage ES models? Sorry, but it is not so much why they don't care but why should they? They are an OEM. Ford doesn't carry parts for your 1969 Galaxy either. You have misplaced expectations. It won't be easy, but you can start with shopping by case dimensions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieDog Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 (edited) 17 minutes ago, Wmachine said: Sorry, but it is not so much why they don't care but why should they? They are an OEM. Ford doesn't carry parts for your 1969 Galaxy either. You have misplaced expectations. It won't be easy, but you can start with shopping by case dimensions. Most people aren’t still driving their 69 Galaxies. Gibson is well aware they built guitars that people are still curating a hundred years later, and they know there is a thriving trade in vintage instruments that need replacement cases. They are missing a large market opportunity in not offering a hybrid predesigned/M2M case service. Square cases with foam inserts that would fit the specs of the most common vintage guitars. Edited March 3 by PrairieDog 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave F Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 Gator makes a nice TSA ES case. I bought this one for a Ovation Gibson ES wannabe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muzicman52 Posted March 3 Author Share Posted March 3 @Dave F What's the model number? Nice that these are flight cases. One thing I did find out... not thinking about my other guitars, I remembered having two Epi's, a Casino and Sheraton II Pro. Both my Gibson's fit in the cases belonging to the Epi's. The fit is PERFECT... no movement, no rocking, PERFECT. As soon as I return the Gibson cases I bought, I'm getting a couple cases from Epiphone. Plus, they're cheaper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave F Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 GTSA-GTR335 https://www.proaudiostar.com/gator-cases-gtsa-gtr335-tsa-ata-molded-semi-hollow-guitar-case-used.html?utm_source=Google_Shopping&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA3JCvBhA8EiwA4kujZg9gK4rUYrGE3CQ_NLwalWJAZg1BUAk5h0FWw_lUuW5MLIFMKJAL0xoC8-0QAvD_BwE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muzicman52 Posted March 3 Author Share Posted March 3 @Dave F Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wmachine Posted March 4 Share Posted March 4 (edited) 23 hours ago, PrairieDog said: Most people aren’t still driving their 69 Galaxies. Gibson is well aware they built guitars that people are still curating a hundred years later, and they know there is a thriving trade in vintage instruments that need replacement cases. They are missing a large market opportunity in not offering a hybrid predesigned/M2M case service. Square cases with foam inserts that would fit the specs of the most common vintage guitars. I don't think you're in the real world with your expectations. I think you under estimate the need for 69 Galaxy parts and over estimate the need for the ES cases. There are numerous places to buy tons of reproduction parts for the Galaxy. So the market for them exists. And if there was enough demand for Gibson to supply the cases, they would. You think they are missing out, but they obviously don't. They case idea is good for a case manufacturer, not for Gibson. Gibson doesn't make cases, and never did. Edited March 4 by Wmachine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieDog Posted March 4 Share Posted March 4 1 hour ago, Wmachine said: I don't think you're in the real world with your expectations. I think you under estimate the need for 69 Galaxy parts and over estimate the need for the ES cases. There are numerous places to buy tons of reproduction parts for the Galaxy. So the market for them exists. And if there was enough demand for Gibson to supply the cases, they would. You think they are missing out, but they obviously don't. They case idea is good for a case manufacturer, not for Gibson. Gibson doesn't make cases, and never did. Gee, no need to get snarky. I have no expectations? I’m not sure where you picked that up. I was simply observing that they are missing an opportunity, shrug. Obviously they aren’t interested, and it’s no skin off my nose either way. And sorry man, but I’ve seen way more old Gibsons on the hoof than Galaxies parked by a curb 😄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muzicman52 Posted March 4 Author Share Posted March 4 When I posted this question I wasn't expecting the subject to change to car parts. Seems I've misplaced my expectations on receiving real suggestions for acquiring cases. I'd appreciate some positive input instead of criticism from what a person thinks about my expectations. I'm looking for guitar cases... GUITAR CASES! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieDog Posted March 4 Share Posted March 4 (edited) 7 hours ago, muzicman52 said: When I posted this question I wasn't expecting the subject to change to car parts. Seems I've misplaced my expectations on receiving real suggestions for acquiring cases. I'd appreciate some positive input instead of criticism from what a person thinks about my expectations. I'm looking for guitar cases... GUITAR CASES! Ah, yeah, try to hang with us. This forum can tend to be like this, a good question like yours will often yield sincere helpful responses, like Dave’s (who is often a great font of information, he’s helped me and others out many times). But the good answers often come with a large dose of side chatter from folks spouting off or just finding something to riff on. I’ve seen epic thread devolutions that go on for pages. I just consider the source and will unfollow a thread when the chatter loses my interest or it looks like the topic has been beaten to death. (See the Who’s the Greatest Guitarist thread, 😆) I’ve come to just filter out the sidebars, sometimes I jump in. It can be a little bit like herding cats in here. So hey, welcome to the place! Put up some pics of those ES’s and pull up a seat on the couch. Apologies, it can be kinda lumpy 😉 Edited March 4 by PrairieDog 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wmachine Posted March 5 Share Posted March 5 19 hours ago, muzicman52 said: When I posted this question I wasn't expecting the subject to change to car parts. Seems I've misplaced my expectations on receiving real suggestions for acquiring cases. I'd appreciate some positive input instead of criticism from what a person thinks about my expectations. I'm looking for guitar cases... GUITAR CASES! So you can't understand that the subject didn't change to car parts? That was to explain why Gibson won't do it. And there was a suggestion in that same response, so it looks to me like you got your feelings hurt and didn't read the whole post. This is supposed to be a forum. Methinks thou protesteth too much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muzicman52 Posted March 5 Author Share Posted March 5 15 hours ago, Wmachine said: So you can't understand that the subject didn't change to car parts? That was to explain why Gibson won't do it. And there was a suggestion in that same response, so it looks to me like you got your feelings hurt and didn't read the whole post. This is supposed to be a forum. Methinks thou protesteth too much. Methinks you share too much unnecessary and unwanted info. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muzicman52 Posted March 5 Author Share Posted March 5 On 3/2/2024 at 12:24 PM, PrairieDog said: I’m in the same boat, looking for a case for my 1910 L1 archtop. It’s such an odd size, the only thing I’ve found is to have one custom made, which will cost nearly as much as the guitar. Until I free up the funds, fingers crossed the conditions will stay right in the music room to keep it safe in the ill-fitting 1930s chipboard it came with. I found that Epiphone cases are going to be a perfect fit for my ES guitars. You might want to look at their case, too. Thanks for your input. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieDog Posted March 5 Share Posted March 5 1 hour ago, muzicman52 said: I found that Epiphone cases are going to be a perfect fit for my ES guitars. You might want to look at their case, too. Thanks for your input. No problem. My L1 is a parlor size, 13 fret, so the issue I’m running into is the waist doesn’t hit right and it is strangely deep. I’m thinking about, like I mentioned, just Macgyvering a deep enough box that I can line with archival foam and tuck around inserts just to keep it secure and sealed. It doesn’t travel, but the ‘30s era, loose fitting chipboard it’s in now is a nightmare to keep humidified in our “winter” desert air here. In the summer it will get to sit out in pride of place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badbluesplayer Posted March 9 Share Posted March 9 (edited) With 335's, you have to be careful with aftermarket cases because of how the neck angles vary between guitars and cases. Some guitars will rock on the heel and some will leave a space under the heel, depending on the guitar and what case you're trying to fit. Gator and SKB are popular but the fit is supposedly finicky with them all. Edited March 9 by badbluesplayer 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SG-12 Posted April 29 Share Posted April 29 Muzicman52, see Gibson's Lifton Historic Black/Goldenrod Hardshell Case , ES-335. https://www.gibson.com/en-US/p/Hardshell-Case/ASLFTCASE-PB-335/ASLFTCASE-PB-335 This is the case included with the VOS '64 Trini Lopez. While it is currently unavailable directly from Gibson, it is in stock at Musician's Friend. https://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/gibson-lifton-historic-black-goldenrod-hardshell-case-es-335 I understand your disappointment with some of the replies to your initial post. I have been away from the Gibson forum for precisely this reason. But your request prompted me to hopefully help you find exactly what you are seeking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grog Posted April 29 Share Posted April 29 The Gator regular cases are easy to modify if you need to add a spacer to allow for rocking due to different neck angle etc….. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merciful-evans Posted April 30 Share Posted April 30 (edited) I have altered a number of cases to make them a better fit and safe for purpose. Nothing fancy, just covered foam inserts and some remedial neck support. This Hiscox case was too big for the LP DC Std. You can see the guitar would slide to and fro in it, Its since been altered. Edited April 30 by merciful-evans oversight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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