Reddit mentions: The best woodwind instrument bags & cases

onica/comments/8wkfe9/suzuki_olive_replacement/), 1pts (06 Jul 18)





Comment (1pts) in harmonica, "Best to buy harmonica for dummies ebook or physical?", (04 Jul 18):

> As for me, physical copy is much more convenient.





Comment (1pts) in harmonica, "Somewhat disappointing eBay sale on hohner harmonicas", (04 Jul 18):

> Then I wish you best luck with your new brand :)





Comment (1pts) in harmonica, "Somewhat disappointing eBay sale on hohner harmonicas", (04 Jul 18):

> [https://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Suzuki-MANJI-M20-C-10-Hole-Harmonica-from-JAPAN-Japan-with-Tracking-F-S/123193533750?epid=691348209&hash=item1caee82536:g:yLcAAOSw7PJZZxJB](https://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-S...





Comment (1pts) in harmonica, "Somewhat disappointing eBay sale on hohner harmonicas", (03 Jul 18):

> Well, I don't know much about Seydel prices, but suzuki manji and olive are in the price range of $30-45 now.





Comment (2pts) in harmonica, "Somewhat disappointing eBay sale on hohner harmonicas", (03 Jul 18):

> Buy Seydel or Suzuki instead.





Comment (1pts) in harmonica, "The new Overblow Booster by Brendan Power!", (03 Jul 18):

> Sure, it's all only word-battling, until tested. Looking forward for feedback - little curious about this thing.





Comment (2pts) in harmonica, "Beginners Harmonica", (02 Jul 18):

> Buy/download a free tuner, or something like "harmonica tuner" in play.market , it helps a lot.





Comment (1pts) in harmonica, "Beginners Harmonica", (02 Jul 18):

> Well, that's actually the case of mine. Thanks a lot mate, will try it out.





Comment (4pts) in harmonica, "Beginners Harmonica", (02 Jul 18):

> I wish I hadn't studied how to bend. Yes, it's a good technique, but you won't require it until you maintain your breathing technique and some other BASE stuff - there is no point in playing songs wit...





Submission in harmonica, "Musical theory and harmonica playing and pro/amateur level", 4pts (02 Jul 18)





Comment (1pts) in harmonica, "The new Overblow Booster by Brendan Power!", (01 Jul 18):

> I would prefer to increase my skill, not using the crutch made in similar to suzuki overdrive's way.





Comment (1pts) in harmonica, "How much are overbends used in practice?", (01 Jul 18):

> \>Maybe I'm grumpy because I don't use them

> As far as I understand from what I've read (and I'd read a lot about harmonica and newbie problems), overbands and even bands are useless in the beginning ...





Comment (1pts) in harmonica, "Suggestion harmonica that won't go out of tune for a while.", (30 Jun 18):

> Then he has to buy something unkillable, like seydel with their stainless teal. Or learn to tune, because everything he'll accomplish buying a better harp - he'll spend 3 weeks of playing instead of t...





Comment (2pts) in harmonica, "Suggestion harmonica that won't go out of tune for a while.", (30 Jun 18):

> I hadn't paid anything to customize it, but customized it on my own - I've gained some skills and have now a spare harp, I don't care much about - I can use it when I drink/smoke a lot with my friends...





Comment (0pts) in harmonica, "Suggestion harmonica that won't go out of tune for a while.", (30 Jun 18):

> Folkmaster isn't actually a bad harp - it has the same reeds Bluesmaster has. The problem is the coverplates which are the 100% mustache-eaters. Proper gapping will make it sound good and responsi...





Submission in harmonica, "Suzuki harmonicas choice", 2pts (27 Jun 18)





Submission in harmonica, "Bending question", 1pts (23 Apr 18)





Comment (1pts) in harmonica, "Is this correct that YOU never need a Minor Key harmonica ?", (23 Apr 18):

> I guess it depends on your playstyle and genres you're playing. The GOOD player will find the way to use ANY key.





Comment (3pts) in harmonica, "Buying harmonicas in Europe?", (21 Apr 18):

> Amazon or try to find anything in your local stores. More harps you buy there - more harps they will bring next time.





Comment (2pts) in harmonica, "Beginner Player with Tongue Blocking Question", (21 Apr 18):

> Wow, it actually makes sense. So far I've made it to the 5th chapter of your book and I should say - I do really enjoy it. It helps a lot. Some moments are not that clear to me, as a non-native person...





Comment (1pts) in harmonica, "Beginner Player with Tongue Blocking Question", (21 Apr 18):

> I wonder if I do anything wrong if I block the holes with my tongue on my RIGHT, not left.





Comment (-3pts) in harmonica, "This harmonica case ! where to find it?", (20 Apr 18):

> I'm showing you how easy it is to google "harmonica case".





Comment (0pts) in harmonica, "This harmonica case ! where to find it?", (20 Apr 18):

> https://www.amazon.com/HOHNER-C-12-Hohner-Harmonica-Case/dp/B0002J4JTW





Submission in harmonica, "Tuning the brand new harmonica", 2pts (20 Apr 18)





Submission in harmonica, "Beginner's experience of buying his first harmonica/harp", 0pts (19 Apr 18)





Submission in harmonica, "Starting with the A key harp from the very beginning", 5pts (16 Apr 18)





Submission in harmonica, "Buying a harp for beginner", 1pts (13 Apr 18)





Submission in Xiaomi, "[question]Mi A1 versus Redmi 5+, both 4/64", 1pts (12 Feb 18)





Comment (0pts) in Lineage2Revolution, "when does mana not become a problem?", (26 Dec 17):

> How does illiteracy correlate with the single damn letter I somehow mixed? I read it as

> >As a PR I'm using my 2 buffs on cooldown with other skills disabled when I auto farm, I unlocked the spir...





Comment (-1pts) in Lineage2Revolution, "when does mana not become a problem?", (26 Dec 17):

> I've seen "PR" there instead of "SR". Otherwise it would be pointless for me to insult the guy who has no mp passive skill.





Comment (-3pts) in Lineage2Revolution, "when does mana not become a problem?", (26 Dec 17):

> You are a fucking retard. I keep my actives up to date with the passive on mana, I never turn off skills on my PR. It's feature of the class, which you blatantly ignoring.

> No, I would understand if i...





Comment (1pts) in Lineage2Revolution, "Phantom Ranger Combo Bug", (18 Dec 17):

> Made a test right after reading your message. Turned off skills and did 100 combo. Not a single miss (I guess there one, maybe I shot a dead mob so one hit didn't get registered). It is perfectly fine...





Submission in Lineage2Revolution, "Cores drop + regular field mobs drop dependancy", 2pts (18 Dec 17)





Comment (2pts) in Lineage2Revolution, ["Core drop increased, but did PoB drop decrease?"](http://www.reddit.com/r/Lineage2Revolution/commen

My buddy owns one of these things. Has multiple ways to carry it, but it's easiest to just roll it like your luggage; it's heavy as a sack of bricks (despite the claim of "lightweight"). It's built pretty well, though, and he loves it. Back when he was looking, it was the only soprano/alto dual case he could find, so he was pretty glad it worked out.

I don't have experience with the Vandoren Hygro Reed Case (which I assume your son wanted), but I have at least never heard of putting reeds in the refrigerator lol. If your son wants a reed case with a humidifier then I recommend the Rico/D'addario Reed Case which uses humidity packs instead of straight up moisture, and works really great in my opinion. Also you should know that the humidifier isn't just for reducing wetting time of the reed but in fact keeps them in a more stable environment to prevent warping or general changes to them due to the weather.

Hope this helps!

Personally, I like Rico Royals and D Addario Jazz Select, but I'm on a budget so I use them for classical AND jazz/other. You might want to try a Vandoren Sample Pack or a D Addario Reserve sample pack.

Edit: Also I would recommend investing in a good reed case if you haven't already. I personally like this one but you could also look at ones that are a bit nicer.

When was the last time you cleaned your tone holes?

Take the A key off and use a Q-tip and some water to wipe out any crap that's there. Also, check the pad on the A key to see if it's intact. Sometimes bladder pads can tear and the flap will vibrate as the note is played. Might as well check the register tube as well. You'll need a pipe cleaner for that one.

You can easily do this yourself with a precision screwdriver, just make sure not to lose the screws, and make sure to reattach the spring on the A key when you're done. If you really don't feel comfortable with it, take it to a tech.

Do you have humidity controls for your reeds? If not, drop $20 and grab one of these bad boys. That will help with reeds starting out ok and then becoming not ok. Your reeds are probably warped, which is why they're not responding. You can check it this way: Assemble the mouthpiece, reed, ligature as usual. Use the palm of your hand to seal the bottom of the mouthpiece, and suck all the air out with your mouth. The reed should maintain the seal for several seconds. If it can't, it's warped.

As for your loaner. If the instrument is new, it's likely to have bad pads that don't seal. That would explain the fuzzy sound, squeaky notes, and tough altissimo. It could be the mouthpiece you're playing on is crap. I don't think you're going to wear out a mouthpiece in three weeks, but the mouthpiece pad is a good idea. You can always clean it with some cotton balls and apple cider vinegar afterwards. You could try contacting the shop and seeing if you can get your usual mouthpiece back if you left it there.

I've been using the D'Addario reed case for years and years (in fact mine still is branded Rico, RIP) and I love it. Holds 8 reeds of varying sizes with no problem and keeps the reeds pretty flat so they don't warp. I bulk order humidity packs so it's also pretty cost effective.

Reeds is where you will find most of the cost for it. If you always use the one, after just 3 to 4 days it may stop making the proper vibrations.

I have 4 reeds I rotate between, and replace them every month. My 10 pack of tenor reeds cost me ~33$. I would recommend getting a reed case as well just to help you keep the reeds in better conditions and helps remember what reed you should use next.

You WILL need a backpack style. Having a load across your back instead of straight up will screw with your balance and is unsafe. Also, you want something light.

You could get THIS and THIS for $160 total. I found the backpack strap quite uncomfortable though.

If you have a case you're happy with, you could just get a case cover from THESE GUYS or THESE GUYS. Expensive for what it is though.

You could get Glenn Cronkhite to make you a custom bag for a lot of $$.

You could get a BAM Cabin case and IMO it would be your best option. It's a light case that's very sturdy, with backpack straps. Not very affordable either though.

I use a reed case with a humidifying pack in it. Our college professor suggested it. It helps to keep the reeds playing their best for longer, and the humidifier stops the reed from warping by drying it out.

This is the one I have: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001SN7VGO/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1468345279&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=reed+case&dpPl=1&dpID=51ESLNO149L&ref=plSrch

That's pretty much your problem. Ricos tend to warp easier than Vandorens in my experience, and without a case they are more easily exposed to humidity and temperature changes. I use this reed case and it works well for me. You can also buy little humidity control packs to insert into it.

https://www.amazon.com/DAddario-Multi-Instrument-Humidity-Clarinets-Saxophones/dp/B001SN7VGO

I have a rico reed case and some of those humidifier things. I got a 6-pack of humidifier packets for a buck-each. Considering they have been lasting me >3 months each, that's dirt cheap.

They have definitely increased the longevity of my reeds. I am sure you can get the same if you take care of your reeds and spend the time on it like another commenter is noting, but I see no need when I have such an easy and cheap way of doing so with what I bought.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001SN7VGO/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_2?pf_rd_p=1944687662&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B000G39732&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=180RZXE1B51TVTCKJ6WA

I'm a fan of this one, its served me well and you could carry it like a briefcase over the shoulder strap

https://www.amazon.com/Flute-Piccolo-Messenger-LX308PICC-Black/dp/B004AM6LX4/ref=mp_s_a_1_17?adgrpid=54140209617&gclid=Cj0KCQjwi7DtBRCLARIsAGCJWBo0En49GK_InlwUSa6RMySMpHdXW2dEIhqMdwGS1XB8eYKxUJNnPOsaAu64EALw_wcB&hvadid=274900554142&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9028086&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=b&hvrand=8390528566258333874&hvtargid=kwd-304285097210&hydadcr=13019_9737883&keywords=protec+flute+case+cover&qid=1571625499&sr=8-17

I just wanted to chime in! I use a Boveda 72%. I have this case that holds the humidifier inside.

I've never had problems with mold, maybe for these reasons: I wipe my reeds off with my cleaning cloth before I put them away, I live in a super dry climate, and the part of the reed case where the back of the reeds sits isn't totally flat; it has channels where air touches the back of the reed.

D'Addario Multi-Instrument Reed Storage Case with Humidity Control Pack for all Clarinets and Saxophones https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001SN7VGO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_t.wIybP5KTK9C

This is the reed case I have. It's fits 8 reeds of all sizes. It fits Bari Sax and Bass Clarinet reeds very well. I have never put a contra reed into my case but I figure it's not too much different from either Bari or Bass.

Hope this helps :)

You might have some luck with a soprano sax case like this one

https://www.johnpacker.co.uk/prod/jp8146-sopranino-case

https://www.amazon.com/ESTUCHE-SOPRANO-CURVO-SOPRANINO-Medidas/dp/B010S6EUXI/ref=sr_1_27?keywords=sopranino+saxophone+cases&qid=1572718131&sr=8-27

Here's a couple I found from a quick google search. Hope it helps.

The case you linked will work. It is built specifically for the newer version of her flute.

As an alternative, your student could probably get away with most cases on Amazon marketed for a student c foot flute (I'm assuming the student has a c foot?). Here's an example of one that I'm sure is fine. Keep the box, if it doesn't fit you can send it back to Amazon for a full refund and they will even pay shipping.

I'd stay with a Bb clarinet. Soprano clarinets in A, Bb, and C are really all nearly the same size. Even Eb clarinet isn't smaller enough to make a tremendous difference in terms of carrying it around. A used plastic Yamaha would probably be the best bang for your buck.

I have a really small case, a pochette by Jakob Winter, the German firm which may supply some Buffet cases. It does not take up a lot of space in a single backpack, and while it is not outrageously expensive like some cases are, it isn't the cheapest either. There is also little room for accessories.

https://www.amazon.com/Jakob-Winter-Wooden-Boehm-Clarinet/dp/B007J4DBNS

This happens to me when they are exposed to humidity fluctuations or heat from the sun. The little plastic things they come in aren’t very protective against it you could invest in a reed case. If anything put the reeds in a plastic bag to keep the humidity stable. I use this case with a plastic bag over it. D'Addario Woodwinds Woodwind Reeds Case (RVCASE04) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001SN7VGO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_tyYLDbHXN78CM

I personally use this reed case.
https://www.amazon.com/DAddario-Multi-Instrument-Humidity-Clarinets-Saxophones/dp/B001SN7VGO
And inside the reed case there is a spot for a moisturizer pack 72%.
http://www.bovedainc.com/store/music/reeds/

I never have any problems with my reed after switching to this. You should try it out!

"Moist sac" or "Moisac." It's from the humidity pack in this.

I'm using their humidity control pack case with 73% humidity packs.

Protec PBTRIALT Alto Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute Combination TRI-PAC Case https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001BAMOUW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_N2-LDbQHC5771

https://www.amazon.com/HOHNER-C-12-Hohner-Harmonica-Case/dp/B0002J4JTW

this is the one I use

I’ve been looking for a smaller case for my big bell stone bari too. This one I’ve heard fits a big bell stone bari, but since I don’t take it traveling nearly as much as I do my alto I haven’t dropped the money on it.

I agree, and it doesn't really seem like something a prop department would bother to make specially. Clarinet seems pretty close as well, though thicker. Too bad I can't combine them somehow! Although the black plastic is smooth on both unfortunately.

Here’s the reed case I use! It keeps my reeds from wrinkling. You can also drop a silica packet in your case to absorb moisture.

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I own a Protec lightweight max which I got for under 60$ (usd) on amazon and have no complaints. More than enough room for current parts book.