Thanx for the replies. But, I can assure you like all Tyros owners I have checked out all cases sizes, dimensions, weight, etc.


The hardshell Tyros case is way too big. I don't need storage for the satellite speakers which I don't have. I sure don't want a case that weighs more than my keyboard. I don't want to be lugging around 70 lbs when I have no need for an ATA case.

The zipper broke on my Kaces case. An ideal case. I just ordered a replacement and would you believe they changed the specs?

The only other case I've seen that I would like to own is the one from Oostendorp in the Netherlands. But not for almost $500 shipped. But still nice for about 13 lbs.

I want it short, light and to be able to load a few things on top of it when transporting. Plus have some rigidity for safety.

I was really hoping there might be someone here that has worked with wood enough that could actually answer the question I posed as to whether it's possible this case would weigh between 10-12 lbs being made of 1/4" plywood and if it looked like it would take care of my needs as listed

http://www.finecases.com/browse/guardian-cases/guardian-cases-3070.html

http://www.guardiancases.com/ck010.html

Best case Ive every used ...light, rigid, strong to gig with and transport night after night....big storage pocket also......love it!

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Hi Donny

The Guardian cases do look good if they fit. As it turns out the 61 case is too short. I asked Gary Diamond if there was enough give to take the 44.8" Tyros. I think he said it was 43 3/4. He just got one recently.

As for the 76 note case, it is 51.5 interior, so it would be about 7" longer than I need and that would be ok unless the outside dimensions are too long.

So far I have emailed Finecases and the Guardian company twice asking for outside dimesions. They have not replied with this info. What service.

Anybody out there have a CK-010-76 they could measure the outside dimensions for me? I'd appreciate it.

If it isn't too long this is certainly my first choice after the one from Oostendorp. Why can't we have those case's available in this country for a reasonable price?

Just look how nice this case is:
http://www.oostendorp-muziek.nl/Yamaha_Tyros_2_tas_wielen_30146.html

Somebody said this case was made in Poland. Anybody know which case company? I'd contact them if I knew who it was.

As for the non-ATA Yamaha cases. Unless something has changed that I'm not aware of they first of all have no rigid sides. They are soft so you can fold them. So, I couldn't put any equipment on it when transporting on a dolly. I believe they all have extra space for the speakers and makes them something like 56". If I am wrong on this I'd like to know.

Not possible.

I have a 1/4 inch plywood case and it weighs about 34 lbs.

The case you linked to is not wood; it's a strong plastic, but I wouldn't even consider flying with it. It's probably good for in-town use.

Hi chony

I'm wondering where you got the info it's plastic. It says it's plywood.

It's reinforced with Luan Plywood, which is quite strong, light weight and very sturdy. Keep in mind that an entire 4X8-foot sheet of 1/4-inch luan plywood only weighs 20 pounds. Most travel cases made from plywood are constructed from 1/2-inch thick plywood, which weighs about 42 pounds for a 4X8 sheet, depending upon the grade. Higher grades weigh slightly more because of the increased amount of glue used in attaching the layers.

The Guardian Case I just purchased is reinforced with 1/4-inch plywood and weighs next to nothing.

Good Luck,

Gary

It looks like it is definately made of plywood.
http://www.tuffboxcases.com/

Well, I had my keyboard crushed in the car with a cheap case so the SKB although alot of money is lightweight and very strong and they have a rubber piece all around to protect from water and humidity.