mikethehamster Posted January 26, 2008 Share Posted January 26, 2008 Hello! I recently purchased a Gibson SG Classic (which only comes with a gig bag) and had to go shopping for a case. The store I went to had two models, a basic "Made in Canada" case for $70, and a Gator Deluxe ABS case for $80. Before making my decision, I read a whole bunch of reviews on the Gator case to see if it was worth the extra $10. With the product description along with many online reviews from Gibson SG owners saying that there was no movement in the case, I decided to spend the extra $10. Boy was that a bad decision. The inside of the case is carved out foam in the shape of an SG, so by eye-balling it it'd appear to fit perfectly. It's a shame that the dimensions are completely wrong. The body length (from bridge strap button to neck) was about 1 inch too large, so the guitar would shift back and forth. The width was also about 1/4 inch too large so it'd shift in the other direction as well. In addition, the neck rest was also too big for the neck! so if you were to push on the neck it'd shift and the tuners would touch the sides of the case! And one final thing, when you close the case the guitar does not make contact with the lid so it's free to flop back and forth between the bottom of the case and the lid. What cases do you guys use for SGs that come with gig bags? Preferably for $100 or less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveapaul Posted January 26, 2008 Share Posted January 26, 2008 Just bought an SKB Case at Guitar Center for $115 - I think it is an SKB-62 - my sg fits tight - good fit - go check it out - Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuitarJunkie Posted January 26, 2008 Share Posted January 26, 2008 I would think any reputable store would take back the Gator. After all, if you ask for an SG case, they sell you one, and then it doesn't fit an SG you should be able to return it. The official Gibson cases are TKL brand which are made in Canada, so it's likely the $70 one is a TKL. It may not be the same model as the Gibson, but at least they'll know how to make it fit. As I was typing this, I remembered that my used '03 Special faded came with an aftermarket case so I dug it out to see if it was a TKL. It didn't say TKL anywhere, but it did have a "Case Made in Canada" tag on the compartment lid. It fits like a glove with NO movement side to side, end to end, or front to back. The neck also doesn't move. If this is the one your store sells, get it! By the way, it didn't have an arched top like the Gibson but in my opinion, a guitar as flat as an SG doesn't really need it. I've posted some photos so you can check it out and compare it to the $70 one. There are two photos of the tag. One is a close up and the other is also supposed to show a padded "ramp" that sits under the neck heel for added support (you can't see it very well). http://s250.photobucket.com/albums/gg251/2manyGuitars/SG%20case/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikethehamster Posted January 26, 2008 Author Share Posted January 26, 2008 Wow, thanks for those pictures GuitarJunkie, it definately appears to be the other case that they stock. You've been a great help, I think I'll return the Gator and get the "Made in Canada" case. Nice guitar by the way =P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuitarJunkie Posted January 26, 2008 Share Posted January 26, 2008 Thanks. I'm part of the way through doing the "Virtuoso semi-gloss finish" to it that everyone is talking about doing on their faded Les Pauls. I've done the back and need to tweak it a bit before tackling the front. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mighty4th Posted January 27, 2008 Share Posted January 27, 2008 I have an SG Classic as well. I bought a Musicians friend case hoping for the best. It could not have been better. It was $45 last year when I ordered it. I bet it costs more now but it has held up as well as my Gibson Les Paul case which as you know costs considerably more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jesse92 Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 The Musician's Friend Case Is Great Does Have A Weird Smell That gets into the SG Better Then A Banged Up Guitar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 If you're looking for the best non- custom case available it is the TLK Prestige that is available mail order from FQMS. I bought and returned the Gator case for my Classic due to the single point neck support. The SKB cas was disapointing for the price to say the least. The TLK prestige is the case Gibson spec's for it's high end SG's . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitar_randy Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 In my opinion,every guitar should come with a hardshell case standard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jesse92 Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 In my opinion' date='every guitar should come with a hardshell case standard[/quote'] Guitar Randy Is Right, A quality name like gibson should come with the best protection for your insturment. Look for EX. The Les Paul menace comes With HSC. But The SG Menace Does Not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FennRx Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 Not including the case is one way of keeping the price lower...hence the LP Menace costing 60 bucks more that the SG Menace. Personally, I agree with always providing a HSC. Then I don't have to worry about buying another brand and not having it fit the guitar correctly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jesse92 Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 Not including the case is one way of keeping the price lower...hence the LP Menace costing 60 bucks more that the SG Menace. Personally' date=' I agree with always providing a HSC. Then I don't have to worry about buying another brand and not having it fit the guitar correctly.[/quote'] Thanks For The Infoo:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjay777 Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 As soon as I got my Classic, I went on the hunt for a case. I paid $50 for a well used TKL on ebay, but even though it was far from mint, it was designed for the SG and that's all I needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Dragyn Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 My SKB hardshell works great with my Menace, but I had to find it on craigslist to get a good deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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