Banjo Gig Bag - Gold Series, Model CF204 Black 25 mm

I'm really happy with this banjo gig bag, but I'm a little confused. The one I got is not the same one shown in the pictures. However, it appears to be better than the one shown, so I'm not complaining. I'll explain the differences:The first thing I noticed is the external pockets. There is one round one on the front of the bag in the pictures. Mine has that one, plus a second round one on the front of that. Another thing mine has that the one shown here doesn't is an external pocket on the front of the neck, just below the peg head. It measures approx. 4" x 7" and is large enough to hold an electronic tuner and some other small widgets. Regarding the carrying handles, mine has a wrap-around cover to increase the comfort of carrying it. The one shown in the pictures doesn't appear to have this.Another difference is the shoulder strap on the back. In the pictures, the whole strap is a nylon web type and there is a small rubber thing used to make the strap more comfortable on your shoulder. Mine is a nylon web type (with the adjustable buckle) for only the bottom 1/3 of the strap. The upper 2/3 is a wide, padded strap. Also, in the pictures there are two points you can connect the bottom of the shoulder strap to. Mine has only one connection point in the center. Mine also has a sturdy loop on the back, attached where the top of the shoulder strap is attached, so you can hang the bag on a hook. There is no such loop on the bag in the pictures.The final difference is the price. When I ordered mine a few days ago, the price was $38.68, not including shipping. I checked today and the price is now $29.99. I verified the model number (CF204) to make sure I was looking at the right bag. It's the same one, but the one I got has all these extras and the price has dropped a few dollars since. The only thing I can think of is maybe the model's features changed (less features for a lower price) and I got the last of the more expensive ones. Not really sure.Anyway, I'm still happy with the bag. The construction seems very sturdy. Thick padding all over for good protection (twice as thick as compared to some other brands). My banjo is a Gold Tone Cripple Creek model, and it fits perfectly in this bag.The zippers are large and sturdy and function well, they don't bind up easily like smaller zippers do. They have large pulls attached to make them easy to get hold of. The zipper goes all the way around so you can open the cover and lay it open flat (you don't have to keep holding the cover open to put the banjo in/take it out).On the inside of the front cover are two protective nylon patches, one at the peg head and another lower down where the bridge is (I just realized this patch is also not on the bag in the pictures). These are to prevent the pegs and bridge from wearing holes in the padding.The carrying handles are correctly positioned so the bano is perfectly balanced for comfortable carrying. The adjustable shoulder strap can be used to carry the banjo across your back with the strap across your chest, or simply slung over one shoulder. It works well both ways.Other reviewers have mentioned the external circular pocket is difficult to get sheet music into. I wasn't concerned about that when I bought mine because I didn't buy it for carrying sheet music. I just wanted a bag I could carry the banjo around in comfortably that provides good protection. This bag does that. Sturdy contruction and thick padding make it a good choice. (If you don't use the round pocket on the front, you could always put a folded towel in there to provide a little extra padding over the bridge/head.)If you're concerned about all the differences, you might want to contact Amazon and be sure what features you're getting before you order. With the sudden reduction in the price, I would assume it's as shown in the pictures, with less features than the one I got. But who knows? Model features change sometimes.If you don't care about the extra pockets and stuff and you just want a good quality bag that will protect your banjo, I recommend this one. It appears to be built very tough and has good padding for a soft case. The only thing better would be a hard case. Overall, a great bag for the price.

This is a surprisingly well built and robust gig bag for the price. It does run slightly short in length and my banjo is snug at the top but it does safely fit. Just takes some attention and care when zipping it up. The padding is sufficient for a gig bag and arguably much more protective than most banjo gig bags I have seen... again, especially for the price. The front pockets are great with sufficient room for storage. It fits comfortably on my back and looks pretty slick to boot.I was skeptical when ordering and now could not be happier. I'd buy another for a second banjo for sure.

IT'S TOO SHORT. I have a Dean 5 string resonator banjo with 23 frets and a 39" total length. I had to take out the extra padding to squeeze the banjo in. There is absolutely no room left inside and the closure zippers meet at the top where the the point of the headstock still pokes thru less than an inch. However, I am NOT returning the case because it is so well made with ample padding and multi storage areas. I just have to take it slow to get the banjo in the case.

so before I purchased this I went to guitar center to buy one. guitar center's least expensive gig bag was more expensive with extremely minimal padding and just didn't seem to be a good gig bag. This bag (especially for the price) is very well made. has nice thick padding, seems to be crafted from good materials, has plenty of storage pockets, and has extra removable pads for open back banjos with no resonator. the only downside for me is that the bag is barely long enough for my banjo. it's a little tight to get in, but it works. overall it's a really good value.

I was in need for some something to protect my Deering Goodtime Americana Open Back Banjo for short trips to instructions and such. Cost aside, I didn't want the bulk or weight of a hard case and didn't have faith in many of the flimsy bag designs. After allot of comparisons, I took a chance and ordered this Protec. Glad I did! Here is what I found:- Overall quality of zippers, materials, features and workmanship surpassed what I expected in this price range.-This "Bag" is actually, semi rigid as it uses thick foam that is nearly 50% thicker than some of the others I looked at.-It has tough shielding material patches over the bridge as well as over and under the head-stock to protect the case from snags.-The two movable self stick (9"x1"x4")"shim" pads can store in the bottom of the case when not needed or positioned along the sides to taylor fit a particular banjo. ( Easily adjusted so that my Americana's 12" pot fits in with ease but not too much slop.)-While the back pack straps are not removable, they do tuck out of the way in a back pocket designed for just that purpose. Nice! as I will never likely use them.-The three exterior pockets ( 13" round, 11" round and 8"x4.5" rectangular) are well designed. There is a organizer in one of the round pockets too.( None quite big enough for an instruction book but everything else fits fine. A 12"x8.5" x.3" soft cover instruction book will actually fit and lay under the banjo in the pot area though).-The bag is light yet tough. With extra thick foam used (see above) , I have no worries about bruising my instrument at all.One additional note. At 37.5" length, my Americana just fits lengthwise in this case with only a 1/2" to spare . Be sure your instrument does not exceed that length. .

I ve been using it for 2 months and i have nothing bad to say about it. It looks strong and it fit perfectly for my Goldtone cc100r.

I use this on a resonator banjo that I play open-backed. It’s well padded, and there are removable pads which can give extra protection to the resonator or be used to reduce the diameter for open backed. A nice little touch was the pvc protective sheet to stop the strings from damaging the nylon case in the bridge area. The bag has as many pockets as you’re ever likely to need.I’m very happy with this purchase. I just need to take my banjo somewhere now where I can play it without being to told to shut up.

fits and is all you will ever need. Lots of outside pockets for supplies. sturdy and comfortable to carry. Buy it

It came in what seemed to be a clear garbage bag,more professional should have been in a cardboard box, also it had a weird smell had to leave it outside for a couple of days. Other than that it fine.

Nicely made bag with lots of padding and pockets. Have not used it as yet in the real world, as it is going to be a Christmas gift. It is 38" long INSIDE if you are wondering if it will fit your banjo. My Ibanez Artist banjo at 37 3/4" just fits, so it will make it much easier to go to jams rather than carry 22lbs of banjo and case. Do the measurement with your banjo standing upright on the floor and measure floor to headstock tip. I have had a lot of gig bags and although this is not cheap, it is far better than most I have had.