SKB Padded Rolling Keyboard Bag

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Tow your keyboard anywhere with this rolling wheel bag by SKB, complete with a two-inch padded lid for extra protection.

Considered premium Keyboard Luggage, the SKB keyboard bags boast molded rubber handles, 3 storage compartments, reinforced corners, a 2 in. thick foam padded lid that protects the key surface, and folding hard sides. All SKB padded luggage keyboard bags include in-line skate wheels, molded runners and a shoulder "hands free" strap on the back.

KB-61 specifications:
- Model No. SKB-KB61
- Max. dimensions (L x W x D): 45 in. x 17 in. x 6 1/2 in.
- Weight: 12.6 lbs.

KB-76 specifications:
- Model No. SKB-KB76
- Max. dimensions (L x W x D): 47 1/2 in. x 14 in. x 6 1/2 in.
- Weight: 13.4 lbs.

KB-88 specifications:
- Model No. SKB-KB88
- Max. dimensions (L x W x D): 57 in. x 18 in. x 9 in.
- Weight: TBA

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 714-685-5225
Email: customerservice@skbcases.com
Web: https://shop.skbcases.com/form--contact

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars. (24 ratings)
Submitted August 5, 2009 by a customer from earthlink.net

"Soft case had a problem living up to the hard reality."

Overall: 3 out of 5 stars
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I've worn it out. It's smaller then an SKB hard case which makes it convenient. It's better then anything Gator puts out - who's products usually just fall apart under their own weight. I've used it for constant touring and gigging over the past 4 years. This is my 2nd one. They tend to last 2-3 years. If you're looking for a solid, soft case there's really no other options so I'll probably just get another one when this one dies, even thought at $150 I don't consider it a good choice anymore. The main thing being that it's easier to transport and store then an SKB hard case but still provides good protection.

Features
The features are great. It folds in half when not being used. It has a shoulder strap so you can drag it behind you. A handle on the side and top. It's lightweight. It also has 3 big pockets along the side to hold cables, music and power cords.

Ease of Use
It's a bit wonky to get the folding thing happening. There are stiff panels that snap into the sides with hard snaps to provide rigidity. When you fold it, you have to unsnap these panels and fold them down. It's hard to unsnap them and at times I though I'd rip the material.

Quality
This is a hit or miss. It fell apart but overall it's still trucking. One of the zippers broke off. It doesn't zip all the way closed anymore but still closes enough to hold the board in. The side handle ripped loose read more and became a shoulder strap! Then eventually it ripped completely off. The dividers between the pockets are made by sewing them to the case. Eventually the dividers ripped away from the case making it one big pocket. The handle on the top has ripped away on one side so I drag it by holding the handle in my hand like a rod since one side is still attached. The wheels are still attached and functional, though and shoulder strap is still attached and the connectors haven't ripped away yet. I use the 76 size to transport a Triton LE and this kind of damage is after about 2 years of almost constant use. So it's been falling apart over 2 years but hasn't completely crapped out yet!

Value
When I bought this, it was roughly $100 or so at the time. But now at $150, I wouldn't want to buy it - I would consider it bad value. Overall the value isn't horrible since I've gotten 2 full years out of it so far and it's still going, but it isn't going to last much longer. Maybe 3 years at most which made it $33 a year for a disposable keyboard case - at my original purchase price of $100. But it has protected the board and there's been no damage to the board with all the lugging and transporting.

The Wow Factor
On paper it's fantastic. A lightweight case with lots of pockets, wheels, a shoulder strap and handles but also folds for storage during the gig and still provides somewhat rigid protection. But in reality it doesn't stand up to the regular abuse of travel and touring and gigs. Much better for someone who has occasional gigs.

Musical Background:
Active professional musician and Music Director.

Musical Style:
Rock, Pop, and Dance - whatever they pay me to play.
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