6 Reliable Trumpet Cases – Travel Safely with the Instrument

The best all-around choice we found in our research is the Torpedo Bag Classic Case. The nearly indestructible design is tough, durable, and great for travel. It’s made of black Denier ballistic black nylon complete with metal hardware and huge strong zippers. The shiny material easily wipes clean and is coated with urethane for water resistance.

When place in this case, your trumpet is surrounded by up to three inches of foam which provides superior protection in most situations, especially air plane travel. There’s also a mute bag and music pouch included with enough space for 300 pages of sheet music and room to accomodate any orchestra folder. A removable lid pocket is also included and is perfect for mouthpieces, valve oil, and any other small supplies you need to keep safe.

This case has backpack straps modeled after a mountaineering pack which make it really easy to carry. It sits really high when carried as a backpack, too, so it’s perfect for use on a bicycle. Alternatively, you can fold the straps out of the way and use either the shoulder strap or carrying handle. The case weighs only six pounds so it won’t be too heavy when loaded with your gear.

Users didn’t have a whole lot of complaints about this one, though if you have a lot of accessories, this bag might not have enough to hold them all.

What makes it stand out?

• Nearly indestructible design
• Metal hardware
• Stong zippers
• Water resistant
• Multiple carrying options
• 3-inches of foam protection
• 2 additional storage pockets

Which disadvantages must you keep in mind?

• Users had few complaints about this product
• May not be large enough for all accessories

If you prefer a hard trumpet case, take a look at this one from Crossrock. The fiberglass exterior provides strong protection plus it looks really cool, too. Inside, there’s thick padding that surrounds most regular sized Bb trumpets which is ideal for airplane travel.

This case has a convenient accessory compartment with a lid that’s perfect for your mouthpiece and any other small accessories you need to bring along. Plus, it comes with a key lock so you can rest assured that anything you keep in it is safe and secure.

There are a few different carrying options, too. Choose from the shoulder-strap, backpack style straps, or use the convenient carrying handle. That’s not all, at only four pounds, it’s really easy to carry from here to there.

The styling of this case is bold and eye-catching. It’s available in four different colors: black, blue, red, and white. The red and blue shades even have a shimmery finish for a fun added detail.

There aren’t a lot of complaints about this case. It does everything it’s supposed to and looks great doing it. Most people felt it was large enough for their needs but if you have a lot of extras, you might not be able to fit everything.

What makes it stand out?

• Hard durable fiberglass exterior
• Thick padding
• Accessory compartment
• Key lock
• 3 carrying options
• Lightweight
• Bold styling
• 4 color options

Which disadvantages must you keep in mind?

• Users have few complaints about this product
• Accessory compartment might not be large enough for your needs

The Fusion Premium Series PB-04-B is the best backpack style case we found in our research. The exterior is made from non-PVC backed, water-resistant, rip-stop material that protects your instrument against scrapes and abrasions.

Inside, there’s a foam-density lightweight shell as well as a removable sleeve for even more protection when you need it. The front of the bag has three pockets that are perfect for keeping mouthpieces, pencils, valve oil, and some sizes of sheet music. That’s not all, each shoulder strap also has an integrated pocket where you can tuck your smartphone or other small accessories.

Not only is this case extremely convenient, but it’s also lightweight and ergonomic making it particularly easy to carry. There are even an adjustable waist belt and lumbar support. If you don’t want to carry it backpack style, there are padded, riveted handles on the top and sides, too. The backpack straps are removable so you can tuck them away when not in use.

There are a lot of other great features on this bag including rubber zip pulls to prevent scratches and a retractable identity tag that makes it perfect for travel. That’s not all, the bottom has floor studs so it stays upright when you set it down. This bag is water resistant but it also comes with a removable rain cover in case you need it. There are even has reflective piping for safety.

Why is it special?

• Foam-density shell and removable sleeve for extra protection
• 5 storage pockets in all
• Lightweight ergonomic design
• Water-resistant, removable rain cover included for extra protection

What are the flaws?

• Users have few complaints about this product

If you’re looking for a flugelhorn case, take a look at the Reunion Blues RBCT3BK. It’s actually a triple-trumpet case that can be modified to hold a flugelhorn and a trumpet at the same time. The wide mouth is perfect for accessing different instruments and there are adjustable dividers to customize your own combination of horns as well as mutes and other accessories.

This case uses a ballistic quadraweave material for the exterior with a quilted velvet interior to protect against scratches. For stability, there’s a thick shock-absorbing Flexoskeleton with impact panels that provide complete support.

High-strength corded edges and seams in addition to high-tensile double stitching along the stress points bring a lot of strength and durability. Add to that the knurled abrasion-resistant bottom and you can see that this is a supremely strong case.

The contoured handle is comfortable and makes traveling easy. There’s also a zippered exterior pocket and hidden interior pockets for additional storage and strong, industrial zippers that were designed to last. If you have more than one horn, this is a great case.

Most people are really happy with the quality of this bag but there are a few minor complaints about some of the design features. A few of the pockets are pretty small and not deep enough to be very useful. One more thing, although this bag was designed to hold three trumpets, it can be a tight fit.

Why are we impressed?

• Holds multiple horns
• Adjustable dividers for customization
• Shock-absorbing Flexoskeleton with impact panels
• High-strength double stretching along stress points
• Abrasion-resistant bottom
• Storage pockets

What negatives must you be aware of?

• Small, shallow pockets
• 3 trumpets can be a tight fit

The Protec RBCT3BK is an excellent choice for a strong, effective soft trumpet case. It features a shock-absorbing wood frame and a weather-resistant ballistic nylon exterior with zig-zag stitching for added durability.

Inside, you’ll find two interior mouthpiece slots and a large mute storage section. There’s also a large front-side zippered pocket. One of the great things about this case is the built-in organizer. Not only do you have room for your trumpet and accessories but you also have a place to stash pens, keys, and other small items so you don’t have to carry a second bag along.

The Protec RBCT3BK case is made of weather-resistant ballistic nylon and features custom molded zippers that are built to last. There’s also strong metal hardware and durable molded rubber feet that keep the bottom of the bag off the ground and protect against abrasions.

This is case is great for travel, too. It has a thickly padded adjustable shoulder strap with a grippy surface so it doesn’t slide down while you’re rushing to your next stop. There’s also a locking ring where you can add a case lock for extra security.

At 6 pounds, this bag is a bit on the heavy side and it’s pretty big so it might not be a good choice for students. Users were pretty happy for the most part but some mentioned that it didn’t provide the same level of protection as a hard-shell case.

What makes it stand out?

• Weather-resistant nylon exterior
• Several storage pockets
• Interior organizer for personal belongings
• Molded rubber feet
• Good for travel

Which disadvantages must you keep in mind?

• Large and a little heavy
• Not as much protection as a hard-shell case

This Vincent Bach 818H is a great case from a brand that’s been famous for their musical instruments since the early 1900s. Vincent Bach expanded his line of mouthpieces and produced the first Bach trumpet in 1924. What does that mean? You can bet that a company that puts so much into their instruments is also going to make a good case to protect them.

If you’re looking for a simple, straightforward option, this is a great choice. While it’s not necessarily durable enough to take traveling or on a long flight, it’s a convenient, affordable option for getting from the studio to your next gig.

Inside, the plush protective padding keeps your trumpet safe. There’s also a decent sized pocket on the outside with multiple zippered compartments where you can store personal belongings or necessary accessories. It includes a shoulder strap as well as hideaway padded back straps. There’s also a durable reinfoced top-handle so you have plenty of options for carrying.

Most users are pretty happy with this case. It has a cool retro look that’s very trendy and provides the right amount of protection for casual use. One of the few downsides to this case is that, though there are plenty of pockets, there aren’t any designated especially for mouthpieces. Other than that, users are pretty happy with its performance.

What stands out?

• Made by a well-known and respected brand
• Simple, straightforward design
• Multiple storage pockets
• Shoulder strap and hideaway backpack straps
• Cool, retro look

What cons did we manage to find?

• Not ideal for extended travel
• No pockets designed specifically for mouthpieces