Great discussion of the different styles of cases...and I agree...the shoulder strap is really important. The Enya Nova doesn't currently come with a shoulder strap on its case, and that was one of the few negatives I had about it! I also like soft cases that have a hanging hook...which can come in useful for storage or even when you have to carry your ukulele around and need to put it somewhere temporarily. I don't think the soft hard cases (I can't remember the correct term--like violin/viola cases) look bad, but the Crossrock cases do look great!
Thanks Chris, I really enjoyed doing this one. I haven't really had a need for a hook but can totally see why it is a good thing to have to have to option of hanging.
I use a nicely padded Levy’s gig bag for each of my ukuleles. Side handle, back straps and all the storage I need. Great prices for quality build. I do bring a day back pack for my music separately, though. I am careful with my instruments and I don’t fly with them either. Never had a proble,… yet 😊
Those "ugly" Uke Crazy cases are really great cases and can be completely un-uglified by adding embroideered patches to them. I get compliments on mine all the time!
Totally agree they are excellent case and I have to admit, I bought a love Lanikai uke a couple of years ago which came in a pod case which I have “customised” a little. I’ll have a go with the patches, Thanks. 👍
So I have a 310$ ukulele with rubber strings and I really want protection for them not only cz its expensive but I love it I play it every day Great video mate I ended up with a hard case that has back straps
Hi Jason, maybe you mean the TGI ABS case? It is a VERY solid case and yes, I would fly with this one but if at all possible, I'd put it in overhead storage.
Using the case for multiple ukes is something people don't really consider. They think of hard cases as doubling as storage at home, and that's just not necessary. If you play tenor ukes, invest in a nice hard tenor case and then use it any time you take any of your tenor ukes traveling. You're unlikely to take more than one, so one case will do. Ditto for concert or whatever. Thinking of it that way, $100 for a case for 5 ukuleles starts to look very reasonable.
Hi there. I’ve just bought an Ohana CK70R. It’s a gorgeous concert that I’m loving playing but the case I bought with it is decent enough but not protective. I like the look of the Crossrock and TGI hardshells. Are they particularly heavy if you’re carrying them around? Thanks. PS - thanks for the Ukulaliens channel. I’ve learnt so much since I started playing end of April. 👍
Hi both cases aren't particularly heavy but offer excellent protection. My main advise, always make sure they have a shoulder strap - personally I wouldn't buy a hard case with a strap.
Ukulele Wales Thanks very much. I’ll definitely want a shoulder strap. I’ve read reviews of the Crossrock handle breaking easily (only a few reports but enough to notice) so a shoulder strap would reduce the wear and tear on the handle. Plus it’ll be easier to carry. I’m all for an easier life! Stay safe 👍
Excellent video my friend, very very useful ! Thank you :) Unfortunately my ukulele case in wood (with fake leather) doesn’t have straps :/ The last case seems to be perfect, but heavy, right ?
Thanks for the lovely comment. I think it is possible to actually add small d rings to a case for a strap but agree, much better to have the option. Yes, the last case is an absolutely brilliant case and it isn't actually too heavy, it is a soprano though.
Oh you should see the bag that came with my ukulele. I got a ukulele and it came with a bag and the bag was literally a drawstring bag. That fabric is like dryer sheets, it’s not protected the ukulele from anything.
@@UkuleleWales oh yes I absolutely love my uke. Me and my mom plan on buying a better case for my uke so I can actually take it places and not worry about damaging it.
Hi- I have a question about the Crossrock and TGI, do they have a chemical smell from the glue? I have a beautiful KoAloha and it came in a Kala case which just reeks for 8 months now and it still stinks- I won’t put her in there anymore but due to the pandemic I can’t get out and start sniffing cases! Thank you for the review and I loved your tee shirt-I had a good giggle!
Hi Jesse, I don't recall any smells with either of them and they are both great cases. I do know what you mean, I had a cello case years ago that had a horrible smell and yes it reeked! Have you tried a car air freshener? This has worked for me.
Thank you for getting back to me- I have tried everything- baking soda, putting it in the sun etc.... I just ordered a Mono case -I am praying it doesn’t smell!
I was looking at more posh cases for ukuleles as I do have that nice enya solid mahogany coming my way.. But found that glarry has this very cheap case xD for 25 pounds on ebay.. amazing right? So just bought one of them .. TOO bad kmise stopped making those hard cases.. couldnt find one on ebay
@@UkuleleWales a normal case works but sometimes my string get stuck in the neck support cz they are a bit fat But that not a problem because I leave all of my accessories at the bottom so that hovers it up a little bit
Thank you for sharing and comparing. Probably the best review and comparison on cases and gig bags.
Thanks Johnny, I do have a thing about cases / gig-bags so glad that you've found it helpful.
Great discussion of the different styles of cases...and I agree...the shoulder strap is really important. The Enya Nova doesn't currently come with a shoulder strap on its case, and that was one of the few negatives I had about it!
I also like soft cases that have a hanging hook...which can come in useful for storage or even when you have to carry your ukulele around and need to put it somewhere temporarily.
I don't think the soft hard cases (I can't remember the correct term--like violin/viola cases) look bad, but the Crossrock cases do look great!
Thanks Chris, I really enjoyed doing this one. I haven't really had a need for a hook but can totally see why it is a good thing to have to have to option of hanging.
I use a nicely padded Levy’s gig bag for each of my ukuleles. Side handle, back straps and all the storage I need. Great prices for quality build. I do bring a day back pack for my music separately, though. I am careful with my instruments and I don’t fly with them either. Never had a proble,… yet 😊
All good to know Thank You. I really should do an updated video of this as I have had quite a few new / better cases. 👍
Thank you 🌱 my ukulele bag that I bought it with was similar to the first one you showed. I love my uke and this helps a lot!
So glad you enjoyed and it helped. Thanks
I got yesterday my new FGI case. I love it. Thank you indeed for this video
Hi Mary, glad to have helped and agree they are fab cases.
Those "ugly" Uke Crazy cases are really great cases and can be completely un-uglified by adding embroideered patches to them. I get compliments on mine all the time!
Totally agree they are excellent case and I have to admit, I bought a love Lanikai uke a couple of years ago which came in a pod case which I have “customised” a little. I’ll have a go with the patches, Thanks. 👍
Thank you so much for your review!
I do hope to do a proper review of just the Crossrock cases as I think they are fantastic! Thanks for making such great ukulele cases. 👍
Do you still carry that case? I can't find them in stock anywhere!
So I have a 310$ ukulele with rubber strings and I really want protection for them not only cz its expensive but I love it I play it every day
Great video mate I ended up with a hard case that has back straps
Glad you did get a case sorted.
Thanks for sharing, very informative video! Would you recommend flying with the Kala ABS case?
Hi Jason, maybe you mean the TGI ABS case? It is a VERY solid case and yes, I would fly with this one but if at all possible, I'd put it in overhead storage.
Using the case for multiple ukes is something people don't really consider. They think of hard cases as doubling as storage at home, and that's just not necessary. If you play tenor ukes, invest in a nice hard tenor case and then use it any time you take any of your tenor ukes traveling. You're unlikely to take more than one, so one case will do. Ditto for concert or whatever.
Thinking of it that way, $100 for a case for 5 ukuleles starts to look very reasonable.
Totally agree, much better to have one really good case for each size, although the double case is useful too! ;-)
I have that one 1:21
My mama brought that kind, she said it's cheaper and okay for me becoz I'm a newbie
It will certainly keep the rain and dust off, just dont sit on it.
Hi there. I’ve just bought an Ohana CK70R. It’s a gorgeous concert that I’m loving playing but the case I bought with it is decent enough but not protective. I like the look of the Crossrock and TGI hardshells. Are they particularly heavy if you’re carrying them around? Thanks. PS - thanks for the Ukulaliens channel. I’ve learnt so much since I started playing end of April. 👍
Hi both cases aren't particularly heavy but offer excellent protection. My main advise, always make sure they have a shoulder strap - personally I wouldn't buy a hard case with a strap.
Ukulele Wales Thanks very much. I’ll definitely want a shoulder strap. I’ve read reviews of the Crossrock handle breaking easily (only a few reports but enough to notice) so a shoulder strap would reduce the wear and tear on the handle. Plus it’ll be easier to carry. I’m all for an easier life! Stay safe 👍
Excellent video my friend, very very useful ! Thank you :)
Unfortunately my ukulele case in wood (with fake leather) doesn’t have straps :/
The last case seems to be perfect, but heavy, right ?
Thanks for the lovely comment. I think it is possible to actually add small d rings to a case for a strap but agree, much better to have the option. Yes, the last case is an absolutely brilliant case and it isn't actually too heavy, it is a soprano though.
Oh you should see the bag that came with my ukulele. I got a ukulele and it came with a bag and the bag was literally a drawstring bag. That fabric is like dryer sheets, it’s not protected the ukulele from anything.
Yes, I know some of the bags really are not very useful. Hope you are enjoying your uke though?
@@UkuleleWales oh yes I absolutely love my uke. Me and my mom plan on buying a better case for my uke so I can actually take it places and not worry about damaging it.
Hi- I have a question about the Crossrock and TGI, do they have a chemical smell from the glue? I have a beautiful KoAloha and it came in a Kala case which just reeks for 8 months now and it still stinks- I won’t put her in there anymore but due to the pandemic I can’t get out and start sniffing cases! Thank you for the review and I loved your tee shirt-I had a good giggle!
Hi Jesse, I don't recall any smells with either of them and they are both great cases. I do know what you mean, I had a cello case years ago that had a horrible smell and yes it reeked! Have you tried a car air freshener? This has worked for me.
Thank you for getting back to me- I have tried everything- baking soda, putting it in the sun etc.... I just ordered a Mono case -I am praying it doesn’t smell!
Which one of these options could best conceal a 16" barrel AR upper and lower with standard A2 flash hider, and Collapsible CTR stock?
LOL. This made me laugh!
@@UkuleleWales I'm not joking
@@carlosv.6108 Ukes I do, guns I don't sorry.
I was looking at more posh cases for ukuleles as I do have that nice enya solid mahogany coming my way.. But found that glarry has this very cheap case xD for 25 pounds on ebay.. amazing right? So just bought one of them .. TOO bad kmise stopped making those hard cases.. couldnt find one on ebay
Cool to hear about the new case Kenzu, yes agree, shame about the Kmise hard cases, they were a great buy, thought I hadn't seen them around much.
Where can I find this case?
Which case are you interested in?
@@UkuleleWales crossrock
@@kiremico Hi, sorry, only just seen your reply. Amazon is the best place to get Crossrock cases.
OoooooOOO DAS THICCCCCCCCC
WITH 9 Cs
But is it enough to protect my 310$ very THICCCCCCCCCCCCC RUBBER STRINGS ukulele tho🤔🤔🤔
Which case are you referring too, I can help if I know.
@@UkuleleWales it's just a joke I'm kidding
@@UkuleleWales a normal case works but sometimes my string get stuck in the neck support cz they are a bit fat
But that not a problem because I leave all of my accessories at the bottom so that hovers it up a little bit