Cases and Bags for Wind Instruments

Elcoda offers cases, hard cases and gig bags for woodwind and brass instruments — clarinets, saxophones, flutes, oboes, bassoons, trumpets, flugelhorns, trombones, French horns, tubas and other instruments.

The range includes Jakob Winter, GEWA, BAM, Miraphone, JW Eastman and other manufacturers.

Exact compatibility is particularly important with wind-instrument cases. Instruments within the same family may differ significantly in shape, length, bell diameter, keywork or valve layout and other construction details.

Clarinet Cases

The Clarinet Cases section includes cases for Bb, A, C, Eb and other clarinets.

The key system must also be considered: Boehm, German or Oehler.

Body shape, keywork position and the arrangement of the individual sections may differ, so a Boehm-system case should not automatically be assumed to fit a German-system clarinet.

Double Bb and A Clarinet Cases

Cases designed for both Bb and A clarinets are particularly useful for professional players.

Elcoda offers double cases for Boehm-system instruments as well as versions for the German system.

The intended clarinet system should always be checked before ordering.

Jakob Winter Clarinet Cases

Elcoda is an official Jakob Winter dealer in Germany. The manufacturer offers a wide range of clarinet cases, from traditional wooden models to modern lightweight moulded constructions.

The range includes single-instrument cases, double Bb/A cases and universal solutions for several systems and tunings.

Saxophone Cases

The Saxophone Cases section includes models for soprano, alto, tenor and baritone saxophones.

These instruments differ considerably in length, body shape, bell size and keywork, and therefore require suitable interior moulding.

Compatibility should be checked particularly carefully for baritone saxophones, where dimensions and construction may vary significantly.

Jakob Winter Saxophone Cases

Saxophone cases are one of the strongest Jakob Winter ranges at Elcoda.

The selection includes traditional cases, ABS constructions, lightweight GreenLine cases and other series for alto, tenor, soprano and baritone saxophones.

Larger models may also include wheels and towing handles for easier transport.

Flute Cases

A flute is stored in separate sections, with the headjoint, body and footjoint held securely in individual moulded positions.

It is particularly important to distinguish between a C foot and a B foot, as their lengths differ.

Elcoda offers flute cases from manufacturers including GEWA and BAM.

BAM Flute Cases

BAM offers professional moulded flute cases.

Different series use rigid multi-layer shells, moulded interior support and compact constructions.

The exact flute configuration for which a case is designed should be checked before ordering.

Oboe Cases

The oboe is stored in several sections, so the interior moulding must correspond accurately to the individual components of the instrument.

Manufacturer and exact oboe model should be considered, as body and keywork geometry can differ.

Elcoda's range includes, among others, professional BAM oboe cases.

English Horn Cases

The English horn is substantially larger than an oboe and requires a case designed for its body length, bell and keywork.

Combination solutions for more than one instrument may also be available where offered by the manufacturer.

Bassoon and Contrabassoon Cases

A bassoon is transported disassembled, so the boot joint, long joint, wing joint, bell and other components require precisely arranged storage.

Manufacturer, exact model and instrument configuration should be considered.

Contrabassoons require separate, considerably larger specialised cases.

Reed Cases

Elcoda also has a separate category for reed cases.

These are used to protect reeds for clarinet, saxophone, oboe, English horn and bassoon.

Depending on the design, ventilation or controlled storage conditions may be important in addition to mechanical protection.

Trumpet, Cornet and Flugelhorn Cases

The Trumpet Cases section includes cases for piston trumpets, German rotary trumpets, cornets and flugelhorns.

These instruments differ in body shape and valve arrangement, so the case must correspond to the relevant construction.

Double and Triple Trumpet Cases

Professional trumpet players often use several instruments in different tunings or constructions.

Double and triple cases allow several instruments to be transported together.

Elcoda offers, among others, Jakob Winter cases for two or three trumpets and combination cases for trumpet and flugelhorn.

Trombone Cases

Trombone cases must be selected according to whether the instrument is a tenor, bass or contrabass trombone.

Bell diameter, overall dimensions, valve configuration and slide size must be considered.

Elcoda offers hard cases and reinforced soft solutions from GEWA, Jakob Winter, Miraphone, JW Eastman and other manufacturers.

Bass Trombone Cases

Bass trombones with one or two valve sections require more interior space than a standard tenor trombone.

A generic “trombone case” description is therefore insufficient: exact model, bell diameter and valve configuration should be checked.

French Horn Cases

French horns differ in construction, bell diameter and whether the bell is detachable.

A horn with a detachable bell can use a considerably more compact case than an instrument with a fixed bell.

Elcoda offers models from Jakob Winter, GEWA and other manufacturers.

Detachable or Fixed Bell

This is one of the main factors when selecting a French horn case.

A compact case designed for a detachable bell cannot accommodate a fixed-bell instrument, even if the other specifications appear similar.

Mellophone Cases

Mellophones have their own body and bell geometry and therefore require a specialised case or a model whose compatibility is specifically confirmed by the manufacturer.

Alto, Tenor and Baritone Horn Cases

Elcoda has a separate category for cases and bags for alto horns, tenor horns, baritones and related instruments.

Overall height, body shape, valve position and bell diameter are important selection criteria.

These dimensions may vary considerably between manufacturers even for instruments in the same tuning.

Euphonium Cases

Euphonium cases must take into account valve configuration, compensating systems, body height and width and bell diameter.

Soft bags are convenient for everyday transport, while hard cases provide greater mechanical protection.

Tuba Cases and Bags

The tuba is one of the instruments for which exact case compatibility is particularly critical.

Bb, C, Eb and F tubas vary considerably in height, body width, valve position and bell diameter.

Even tubas in the same tuning may require completely different cases.

Original Miraphone Cases

Elcoda offers original Miraphone cases for a number of professional brass instruments.

These cases are designed for particular instrument series and models, so compatibility is determined by the exact model designation.

This is particularly important for large instruments such as tubas and specialised trombones.

Jakob Winter

Jakob Winter is one of Elcoda's main wind-instrument case ranges.

The manufacturer offers solutions for clarinets, saxophones, trumpets, flugelhorns, French horns, trombones, tubas and other instruments.

The range includes traditional wooden cases, ABS constructions, lightweight moulded cases and GreenLine models.

Jakob Winter GreenLine

The GreenLine range is particularly interesting for musicians looking for a rigid protective construction with relatively low weight.

Elcoda offers GreenLine cases for saxophones, trumpets, French horns and other wind instruments.

GEWA

GEWA offers a broad range of hard cases, lightweight cases and professional bags for woodwind and brass instruments.

Elcoda's range includes solutions for flute, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, French horn, tuba and other instruments.

Depending on the series, constructions range from lightweight moulded cases to reinforced soft bags.

BAM

BAM is particularly relevant in the professional woodwind-case segment.

Elcoda offers, among other products, BAM cases for flute and oboe.

With professional cases, the exact instrument model or geometry for which the interior was designed should always be checked.

Hard Case or Gig Bag?

A hard case provides greater protection from impact, pressure and other mechanical forces.

It is particularly appropriate for professional instruments, air travel, frequent touring and transport together with other equipment.

A gig bag is considerably lighter and more convenient for everyday travel to lessons, rehearsals and concerts, but protection depends on padding and construction.

Reinforced Gig Bags

Between a simple soft bag and a rigid hard case are reinforced bags using dense foam, rigid inserts and additional bell protection.

These can be particularly practical for larger brass instruments where the weight of a traditional hard case becomes significant.

Correct Instrument Fit

An instrument should not move freely inside the case.

At the same time, the interior should not place excessive pressure on keys, linkages, valves, bell or other vulnerable components.

For professional instruments, compatibility should ideally be confirmed by exact model and, where necessary, actual dimensions.

Case Weight

Case weight is especially important for saxophone, bassoon, French horn, euphonium, tuba and other relatively large instruments.

For everyday travel, the difference between a heavy traditional case and a modern lightweight construction can be substantial.

Wheels for Large Cases

Cases for baritone saxophone, tuba and other large instruments may be equipped with wheels.

Handle position, case stability and ease of use on stairs and uneven surfaces should also be considered.

Backpack Systems

Backpack carrying can be convenient for clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, French horn and other instruments.

Some cases have integrated backpack straps, while others require a separate carrying system.

Storage for Music and Accessories

Musicians often need to carry mouthpieces, reeds, lubricants, cleaning products, straps, sheet music and other accessories with the instrument.

Internal storage, external music pockets and accessory capacity should therefore be checked before purchase.

How to Choose a Wind Instrument Case

Start by identifying the exact instrument type, manufacturer and model.

Then consider instrument construction, actual dimensions, required protection, case weight, transport conditions and accessory-storage requirements.

For professional and non-standard instruments, the generic instrument name is often not enough: compatibility should be checked for the particular model.

If the Required Case Is Not Listed

Elcoda's range is not limited to the models currently displayed on the website.

If you need a case for a particular clarinet, saxophone, flute, oboe, bassoon, trumpet, trombone, French horn, euphonium, tuba or another wind instrument, provide the manufacturer and exact model.

Elcoda will try to identify suitable options and check whether they can be ordered from the manufacturer or supplier.

Wind Instrument Accessories and Spare Parts

Elcoda also offers woodwind accessories, brass instrument accessories and spare parts for wind instruments.

International Delivery

Elcoda is based in Germany and supplies cases and bags for wind instruments to professional musicians, students, teachers, orchestras, music schools and other customers worldwide.