Best Acoustic Guitar Gig Bag Cases

It is essential to take care of your acoustic guitar or any instrument for that pattern. Hands down, a case will always be the best option, except when you are traveling. The thing is, as much protection as a case may offer, carrying it is a hassle. That is where best acoustic guitar gig bag comes in.

Best Acoustic Guitar Gig Bag

A quality guitar gig bag has dual straps to wear it on your bag, there is an additional smaller loop if you wish to carry it with one hand and they come with pockets where you can put in leads, extra pair of strings, picks, you know, the essentials.

No doubt, a worth buying gig bag will not be very cheap, but it is well worth it. So, in this article, I will list out 10 best acoustic guitar gig bag out there that you can buy. Without further adieu, let us begin:

10 BEST ACOUSTIC GUITAR GIG BAG REVIEW

1. CAHAYA 41 INCH - BEST SOFT CASE GIG BAG FOR ACOUSTIC GUITAR

CAHAYA GUS-Guitar-Bag-Y  - best acoustic guitar gig bag

PRODUCT DETAILS

  • Compatible with 39/40/41 inch acoustic & classical guitars.
  • Two exterior pouches.
  • Three handles.
  • Padding thickness: 0.35inch.
  • Shockproof rubber bottom.

I am quite impressed with the CAHAYA 41 Inch Acoustic Guitar Bag as I was expecting such good quality from what could be called, basically, a budget option. At fairly low-cost, the CAHAYA bag is providing you with an extremely durable gig bag, that is compatible with both acoustic and classical guitars, made of waterproof oxford cloth exterior. 

The padding on this bag is quite impressive and is actually thicker than the previous version of this very bag. It is always nice seeing companies make improvements.

This best acoustic guitar gig bag comes with the traditional 2 shoulder straps, which are padded for extra comfort (sounds like a commercial) and 3 handles so you can hold your bag if that is how you prefer carrying it.

The really neat thing they did was make one of the handles, which is located at the back so that it can be hung on the wall, so you don't have to stuff it in a closet and rather use it as a decorative piece. 

An additional advantage to this is that the bag will retain its natural shape, whereas stuffing it in a closet will damage it. It also boasts two exterior pouches within which you can carry things like sheet music, capo, picks, strings and other such things. Overall, I am a fan of this bag and I am very impressed by how well made it is considering its price point.

Pros

  • Really good quality for the price.
  • Back loop for wall hanging.
  • Waterproof exterior.
  • Zipped pockets.

Cons

  • Not good for full-size acoustic guitars.



2. ChromaCast 6-Pocket Gig Bag - BEST MULTI-FIT ACOUSTIC GUITAR GIG BAG

CHROMACAST 6-POCKET- best acoustic guitar gig bag

PRODUCT DETAILS

  • Two adjustable padded shoulder straps.
  • 10mm thick padding.
  • Includes guitar pick sampler & guitar strap.
  • 6 pockets.
  • Two reinforced handle.

The Chromecast gig back is one that is what I would characterize as "perfect for beginners". First of all, this bag comes with a free guitar strap along with a sample pick set.

Coming to the main reason why I consider this a beginner or a bag for newbies is because of its quality. Now, saying it that way, it sounds like it is cheaply made but I clarify that it is not. This bag is very thickly padded with foam, along with securely holding your guitar's neck with a velcro strap.

The exterior of the ChromeCast bag is also very nice. The 2 shoulder straps are comfortable to wear along with 2 handles, one in the center and the other one on the side. The exterior padding is 10mm thick, which is good enough to soak up a fall and you will also find rubber bumpers at the bottom to again absorb or minimize any damage. So, you do not have to worry about falls all that much.

This best acoustic guitar gig bag also boasts a lot of storage! It has a total of 6 pockets! The biggest pocket is deep and large enough to carry things like a laptop or tablet, which I don't get why you would, but you can if you want to and I appreciate the extra space.

The stitching on this guitar does get ripped a little faster than others, so it is not for professionals and regular users.

Pros

  • Thick padding.
  • A lot of storage.
  • Shoulder straps are quite comfortable.
  • Includes a guitar strap and picks.
  • Multiple handles.

Cons

  • The stitches do not last very long.




3. HOLA Deluxe Series - BEST WATERPROOF ACOUSTIC GUITAR GIG BAG

Hola! Music - best acoustic guitar gig bags

PRODUCT DETAILS

  • 41 inches in length.
  • Made of heavy-duty 600D Oxford Nylon fabric.
  • 15mm of padding all around.
  • 2 handles, 2 adjustable shoulder straps.
  • Protective Hard Rubber Bottom.

I am going to be honest, going into this review, I was not expecting much of a quality product from a company named Hola! What a happy sounding name though, hello to you too. Anyway, I was pleasantly surprised after checking out the bag.

This best acoustic guitar gig bag back can fit standard sized acoustic and classical guitars, you might want to check the dimensions if you want a bag for your large dreadnought. On the exterior of this bag, you will find that it is made of heavy-duty 600D Oxford Nylon fabric, has 2 rubber bumpers at its bottom and, overall, 15mm of padding on this bag guitar should be safe and sound inside.

Inside the bag, you will find a neck support pillow for your guitar, which helps in evenly distributing its weight, and there is a velcro strap, so the guitar doesn't move around. There are 2 anti-scratch patches inside as well. Strings are not cut properly tend to cut the bag from inside, which will help prevent that internal damage.

There are 2 pockets, one of which is quite spacious so you can carry books and tuners, there is a card-name window which might be useful if you go for guitar classes and 2 adjustable straps and 2 handles which makes carrying it easy. Overall, I am a fan of this guitar bag and found very little wrong with it.

Pros

  • Provides a good amount of protection.
  • Fairly affordable.
  • Anti-scratch pads and velcro strap inside.
  • Decent amount of storage.

Cons

  • Nothing much.



4. Faswin 41 Inch - BEST BUDGET ACOUSTIC GUITAR GIG BAG

Faswin - best acoustic guitar gig bag

PRODUCT DETAILS

  • Size: 41 Inches.
  • Dual adjustable shoulder strap.
  • Triple gusseted storage pockets.
  • Zippered accessory pocket.
  • Puncture resistant headstock.
  • Bridge patches.

The Faswin guitar bag has a lot going for it, but it is not what I would consider a "gig bag". Let me explain why. The thing is, gig bags are supposed to provide you with a decent amount of padding so, if during the chaos of going from one gig to another, if you ever drop your guitar, you would want the bag to protect it from fall damage.

This best acoustic guitar gig bag is going to protect it from light damage and dust, but it will not be able to bear a major drop. Which is okay, provided you just want a good enough bag and you are not a professional or full-time musician on the road.

The quality of this bag is not a problem once you accept it does not have thick padding. It comes with 2 adjustable shoulder straps and zipped pockets for storing things like music books, cables, picks, capos, etc. Another thing worth noting is that this guitar bag is 41 inches. So, a full-sized, dreadnought guitar will not fit in here.

Overall, I think this is a casual player's guitar bag for all those guitarists that occasionally carry their guitar to the drummer's place for a jam session. I would recommend professionals that travel with their guitar often to look for a bag with a bit more padding for more protection, but for a hobby player that does not play a full-size dreadnought, this bag will do just fine.

Pros

  • Decent quality guitar bag.
  • Lightweight.
  • Good amount of storage.
  • Protects against light damage and dust.

Cons

  • No standard padding.



5. Fender FA405 Multi-Fit - BEST MULTI-FIT DREADNOUGHT ACOUSTIC GUITAR GIG BAG

Fender FA405 - best acoustic guitar gig bag

PRODUCT DETAILS

  • For Dreadnought Acoustic.
  • Internal Materials: Soft touch Velour lining.
  • External Materials: 400 Denier Polyester.
  • 2 Handles, 2 shoulder straps.
  • 1 exterior pocket.

The Fender FA 405 is a gig back designed especially for Dreadnoughts so you can, without worry, soundly carry your guitar from gig to gig. This dreadnought gig bag looks cool to me. I have found several people complaining it looks kinda dull, which it doesn't and shouldn't be a factor anyway.

This bag's exterior is made of 400-denier polyester along with a soft-touch 5mm velour padding inside that sticks close to your guitar, keeping it safe from damage and dust. This bag is one of the best bags made for dreadnoughts that aren't too expensive, and they come from none other than Fender, a company well-known in the guitar world.

This gig bag is also very easy to carry around. It has 2 adjustable, backpack style shoulder straps, which you will mostly use but there are also dual handles if you want to hold your guitar like a gun (just me?) or a case.

It has only 1 pocket. In the font of the bag, which is not very spacious but it is good enough for the basic things: picks, tuners, strings, etc. If you are looking for a best Acoustic guitar gig bag for your dreadnought, this should be on your list of considerations.

Pros

  • High-quality dreadnought bag.
  • Water-resistant.
  • Surprisingly well priced.
  • Comfortable to carry around.

Cons

  • I expected a bit more padding.



6. Gator Cases Transit Series - BEST ACOUSTIC GUIATR GIG BAG FOR TRAVELLING

Gator Cases - best acoustic guitar gig bag

PRODUCT DETAILS

  • Body Style: Dreadnaught Acoustic.
  • Overall Length: 44″.
  • 20mm thick internal foam padding.
  • The Interior is made of plush Micro-Fleece lining.
  • Large frontal pockets.
  • G-Hook Buckle and Seatbelt loops.

The Gator Transit Series's guitar gig bags are known for providing you with the benefit of basically being a hard-case without all the hassles of one; you get the best of both worlds.

This bag is lightweight and quite easy to carry. Its exterior is made of weather-resistant blended fabric and also quite tough, so they will shield your equipment from weather and shock damage.

You open up the bag and it totally looks like a case. The Interior is a strong red with 20mm pads to protect it and you will find a 3-point interior padding system that is both removable and adjustable. It holds on and protects the neck, top and bottom of your guitar all the while making sure it stays in place.

There are many metal rings on the exterior of this bag, which aren't just for show, you can use them to hang things on like say a water bottle or other smaller bags. There is plenty of space inside the front zipped pocket with a flap with a seatbelt style buckle and another pocket on top.

The shoulder straps are adjustable and removable. At the bottom of this bag, you will find solid rubber threads to add to the standing position's protection levels. Overall, provided the money isn't a major factor, I am a fan!

Pros

  • Protection is almost equivalent to a hard case.
  • Weather-resistant exterior.
  • Adjustable, removable three-point interior padding system.

Cons

  • Expensive.




7. ON-STAGE GBA4550 GUITAR GIG BAG

On-Stage GBA4550

PRODUCT DETAILS

  • Material: Heavy-duty 600-D nylon.
  • Front zipped pocket.
  • Lower Bout: 18"; Upper Bout: 14.5"; Depth: 5"; Length: 44".
  • Removable padded backpack-style straps.

This list of best Acoustic guitar gig bag was in no order, but yeah, this bag would be somewhere around here, even if it was. The On-Stage GBA4550 does have a cool name with both Stage and GBA in it, but the guitar gig bag itself is not that impressive.

The bag itself is made of rugged 600-D nylon material which, admittedly, is not as bad as I thought. The company claimed that it is easy to clean and water-resistant (to some extent) and it is. Carrying it is simple with 2 backpack style straps and also a handle. There is a front zipped pocket, which is decent enough.

Now, though the dimensions of this bag are 44 x 18 x 5 inches, it fits most guitars in my room, but I think that has to do more because this has almost zero paddings. There is "some padding," but yeah, no, it will not protect your equipment from a drop. I wouldn't recommend this unless you want something for a cheap price tag.

Pros

  • Nylon exterior for ease of cleaning.
  • It is quite cheap..

Cons

  • Very little protection.


8. GLEAM GB-01 (SPONGE PADDING + WATERPROOF)

GLEAM

PRODUCT DETAILS

  • Size: Fits a 40-41 inch dreadnought.
  • Sponge padding.
  • Neck protection.
  • 2 large, zipped pockets.
  • Shoulder straps and carry handle for carrying.

I am quite satisfied and surprised by the Gleam GB-01 acoustic gig bag. Most companies advertise their bags to have premium materials and feel while offering solid protection but seldom do. The GB-01 did not false advertise and I got more than I expected at this price point.

This bag can carry a 41-inch dreadnought, which should be enough for more musicians out there. Carrying the bag itself is easy, you can use the shoulder pads or the 1-inch sponge handle with stainless steel rivets. Open up the bag and find that it is one of those hard case style bags that I am a fan of. A neck protector is a pillow and seatbelt for your guitar, keeping it safe and in place when moving about.

The Gb-01 also offers you 2 large pockets, the larger of which is big enough to carry laptops and notebooks, so it is ideal for students or musicians who require their laptops on the go.

Overall, I wasn't expecting much because I hadn't heard of this company before, but I was pleasantly surprised. Easily one of the best acoustic guitar gig bag out there.

Pros

  • Great quality, especially for the price.
  • Fits most guitars.
  • Sponge padding is effective.

Cons

  • None that I felt.



9. CROSSROCK - BEST ACOUSTIC DREADNOUGHT GUITAR GIG BAG

 Crossrock CRSG106DBK

PRODUCT DETAILS

  • 10mm (5") padded.
  • 2 zipped pockets on the outside.
  • Adjustable backpack straps and padded carry handle.
  • 4/4, fits a standard acoustic dreadnought.

First impressions of this bag weren't very good because it was able to fold quite a lot… almost in half. That is a good indication of the padding or the quality of material used for padding. The Crossrock CRSG106DBK is an acoustic guitar gig back, 4/4 for standard-sized dreadnoughts and it looks like one of those hard case type bigs.

Unfortunately, it only looks like one. Nevertheless, it is still a decent bag, not as good as I was expecting, the shoulder straps and handles for carrying are quite comfortable, and there is enough room in the front zipped pocket for most items. I would suggest this for casual hobby players that occasionally travel with their equipment but not professionals.

Pros

  • Inside you will find a soft fabric.
  • Dense padding.
  • Snuggly fit.

Cons

  • I expected more padding.



10. IBANEZ 541 - BEST POWERPAD ACOUSTIC GUITAR GIG BAG

 Ibanez IAB541

PRODUCT DETAILS

  • Fits an acoustic guitar up to 43 inches.
  • 4 zipped pockets.
  • Shoulder straps and carry handle.
  • 15mm cushion padding.
  • Comes in a variety of colours.

Ibanez is an awesome company, known mostly for its electric guitars. Naturally, when I received this acoustic guitar bag, I was excited to test it out. I already had an Ibanez bag, so I was not surprised to find out that the Powerpad series 541 was just as good as the one I had, even better. It looks really good and also feels premium and offers plenty of space with 4 pockets.

The bag has a 15mm of padding at the bottom and sides for drop protection in terms of protection. It can hold up a guitar, which measures up to 43 inches and there is a neck strap inside to keep it from moving around. Despite the durable outer layer and padding, the bag still manages to be rather lightweight. Overall, an awesome bag!

Pros

  • Quality for the price.
  • Plenty of space.
  • Enough protection.

Cons

  • Just a tad bit expensive.



CONCLUSION

This list was in no particular order and I mentioned the best acoustic guitar gig bag across a variety of styles and budgets here, so everyone has something for themselves.

Some bags cost more, but they offer better protection, while some are cheaper for those casual players who only go out with their guitars once in a while. I hope this best acoustic guitar gig bag list helped you out and thank you for reading!

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