Budget hardshell case for Blueridge Parlor

[cisco7]

Hi acoustic people,

As the title says i’m on the search for a budget hardshell case for my BR-361. Any suggestions?

Thanks!

[Skarsaune]

Go used, Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace.
Picked up an as-new hard case for a dreadnought for $50.

[rlb9682]

I've had good luck so far with FB marketplace. So far it's been friendly people and very reasonable prices.

[maxtheaxe]

You might search to see if 'Silvercreek' has a parlor type case. I got a classical-sized one for my resonator...really nice arch-top, six-latch HSC for just under $80.00.

[perttime]

Define "budget".
If you can find a Hiscox, at a price you like and size that fits, grab it.

[Realbluesman]

I don't know what your "budget" is but this is the Saga-made case I bought for my 371. Beautiful fit/finish and built like a tank. Also available at Amazon.


https://www.instrumentalley.com/Supe...wE&Click=21214

[cisco7]

Thanks for your answers, my budget is round 70 euros since i’m in the EU. The cd1513 is not that cheap here (155 euros )
The shape of the Blueridge parlor is unfortunately not that common.

[TBman]

My wife bought me the light colored tweed case below for my Alvarez 00



Fits like a glove $80:

[geelinus]

How about a Musicians Gear classical case?

$50.99 in black

$69.99 in tweed -- with an arched top.

https://www.musiciansfriend.com/acce...al-guitar-case

Or a Yamaha polyfoam case for $42.50?

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/...=ATVPDKIKX0DER

[cisco7]

Originally Posted by TBman

My wife bought me the light colored tweed case below for my Alvarez 00



Fits like a glove $80:

Thanks, great looking case, btw the Blueridge measures:

Lower bout: 13 7/8
Upper bout: 9 3/4

[cisco7]

Originally Posted by geelinus

How about a Musicians Gear classical case?

$50.99 in black

$69.99 in tweed -- with an arched top.

https://www.musiciansfriend.com/acce...al-guitar-case

Or a Yamaha polyfoam case for $42.50?

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/...=ATVPDKIKX0DER

I tried various classical cases, too much space round the lower bout..

[TBman]

My Alvarez ap66sb is

9 7/8" upper

14 3/16" lower

Body length is ~19 3/4"

It'll fit. I think we got it from Musician's Friend or Guitar Center online.

Here it is at Musician's Friend. The price dropped too.

The black one is cheaper, but I like the "vibe" of the tweed better.

[geelinus]

Originally Posted by cisco7

I tried various classical cases, too much space round the lower bout..

FWIW --- It's very easy to make very nice -- and inexpensive -- removable pads that match the case interior, using foam sheets, self-adhesive felt sheets, and carpet tape, all available @ Hobby Lobby, Michaels or any other craft store.

[cisco7]

Originally Posted by TBman

My Alvarez ap66sb is

9 7/8" upper

14 3/16" lower

Body length is ~19 3/4"

It'll fit. I think we got it from Musician's Friend or Guitar Center online.

Here it is at Musician's Friend. The price dropped too.

The black one is cheaper, but I like the "vibe" of the tweed better.

Thanks tbman, yes it should do the job. Unfortunately i’m unable to purchase the case from europe because of the new Gdpr regulations.

[AZLiberty]

How big is this "Parlor"?

The Gator 3/4 acoustic case is a perfect fit for both my Larrivee Parlor and Rainsong Parlor.

Both of these are Martin O size, 12 fret guitars.