GL Combi Violin Case

I have tried many violin cases in the search for the perfect one. This Combi one looks really sleek. It seems well made and it will probably last a while…if the zippers hold up.
The cons I see: 1) No latch or any other way to quickly close the case when empty, you always must use the zipper. 2) it's heavy! It weighs 8 pounds with its music pocket so once you put the violin and music it really gets heavy 3) Gets scuffed very easily. After only 1 week of use I have already noticed several dings and scratches. This is really bad considering I am a very meticulous person. Fingerprints show everywhere too. 4) The bow holders do not have lining so I am starting to see rosin residue 5) I wish they offered several size music pockets. The velcro one is too small for any scores, just good maybe to carry an tablet. The mesh is nice but your music will get wet…and then the big one well it's really huge! I can fit a whole overnight trip in there, but it does not fit a binder! It doesn't expand sideways…..
Needless to say, I guess I cannot return it since it scratched so easily but if you don't mind the details go ahead and get it, i have gotten many compliments on it.

I was squealing when I got my white GL Combi violin case. Flawless, lightweight, yet so sturdy, it is the best thing any violinist could ask for. Everything was perfect, and I knew how to work the lock, but the key to it and the two "B's" for the two "C's (slits)" were missing. Are they hidden somewhere in the case or were forgotten when shipped?

I have tried many violin cases in the search for the perfect one. This Combi one looks really sleek. It seems well made and it will probably last a whileÖif the zippers hold up.
The cons I see: 1) No latch or any other way to quickly close the case when empty, you always must use the zipper. 2) it's heavy! It weighs 8 pounds with its music pocket so once you put the violin and music it really gets heavy 3) Gets scuffed very easily. After only 1 week of use I have already noticed several dings and scratches. This is really bad considering I am a very meticulous person. Fingerprints show everywhere too. 4) The bow holders do not have lining so I am starting to see rosin residue 5) I wish they offered several size music pockets. The velcro one is too small for any scores, just good maybe to carry an tablet. The mesh is nice but your music will get wetÖand then the big one well it's really huge! I can fit a whole overnight trip in there, but it does not fit a binder! It doesn't expand sidewaysÖ..
Needless to say, I guess I cannot return it since it scratched so easily but if you don't mind the details go ahead and get it, i have gotten many compliments on it.

Just a warning. Any black case can become a solar oven. I cooked my violin fairly seriously in a black BAM case carrying it on my back in the sunshine on a comfortably warm day. In fairness to other makes of case, the BAM I used is not thermally insulated, but next time I'll buy a light color if possible. A different issue: high class shoulder strap hardware tends to be sturdy but rattles sharply against the hardshell.

I love this case!!!! It is beautiful and very functional. The outside is gorgeous. I love all the combination of outside pouches I can use or not use. The zipper feels great. The inside is perfect to adjust for my little Amati patterned violin. I also bought the Oasis hygrometer and velcroed it to the Velcro that runs on the bottom inside of the case. The detachable accessory pouch I turned around to where it opens up to the inside of the case to make my accessories easily accessible. My last case lasted 16 years so I was quite hesitant to buy something new but I can't quit looking at this beauty. Also, the way this case was packaged was fabulous. It came in a thick cardboard box and packed well. I love the polypropylene bag the case came in, I plan on using it when I travel. Can't say enough about this case, other than I can't wait to buy the green denim GL case next!