Guitar is a very precious instrument, its construction is very complex, improper use is easy to cause damage. Therefore, the purchase of a quality guitar bag is very important for many guitarists. So, how thick is a guitar bag to protect a guitar?
First of all, we should understand that the main role of the guitar bag is to protect the guitar and prevent the guitar from being damaged by the outside world when it is transported or used.
The damage of the guitar often comes from impact, extrusion, scratching, etc., therefore, the thickness of a good guitar bag should be able to effectively alleviate and absorb these impact forces.
Generally speaking, the thickness of the guitar bag is usually between 10 and 30 mm. If the purchased guitar bag is thin, it is difficult to play an effective protective role when the guitar is impacted, and the guitar is prone to cracks or other damage.
If the guitar bag is thicker, although the ability to absorb power will be stronger, it may also affect the portability of the guitar and increase the difficulty of carrying. Therefore, choosing a guitar bag suitable for yourself should be considered according to the environment where you often carry the guitar, the transportation distance, and other items you need to carry.
In addition to thickness, there are other factors to pay attention to when choosing a guitar bag:
- Material
The material of the guitar bag is very important. Generally speaking, the more common materials are nylon, Oxford cloth, PU leather, leather and so on. Different materials of guitar bags have different impact resistance, and leather guitar bags have better protection performance, but also more durable.
- Inner material
The inner material mainly refers to the stuffing inside the guitar bag, because different stuffing has obvious differences in the protection of the guitar. Most guitar bags use cotton padding with sponge or foam. These materials are soft and elastic, which can effectively absorb the impact force and protect the guitar from damage when the guitar is subjected to external forces.
- Padding
When buying a guitar bag, be sure to choose one with a cushion. The cushion protects the top half of the guitar, especially the head, from scratches and bumps.
