Protec Heavy Ready Series 22" Cymbal Bag with Shoulder Strap Model HR230

I purchased this for both storage and light gigging, For the price it's a bargain and is actually sturdier than I thought it would be when I ordered it. There is more padding that an entry-level 20" bag that Zildjian sells, and this one holds 22" cymbals. I never gig with more than three rides and a pair of hats (no crashes), and usually have two rides and hats. This bag is perfect. I do wish it had a real pocket for hats, but that is not a show stopper considering that this bag runs thirty bucks (or did at the time that I purchased it.) There are no dividers, but the zipper seems as good as one can expect from a budget bag, and the bottom has a reinforcement that is external to the bag. That is a nice touch that will protect your cymbals if you accidentally drop the bag. I am pleased with mine, but would opt for something stronger if I were still gigging on a regular schedule.

This case has good padding and a solid protective bit at the very bottom which is great. I am using it for a 22 inch Meinl Tar. I was thrilled to see that it fit perfectly. Sometimes you have to get creative when you have an odd shaped object. For my purpose having only one main compartment is perfect. The zipper seems solid and the shoulder strap and handles will come in handy. I went with the Protec brand since their value for the money with other cases I have purchased is great.

heavy duty material

I was very surprised when I got this, the quality was very high and construction the bottom of the bag had plenty of patting for setting the bag down, the strap seems sturdy and handles are really well made felt very close to a lot of big name brands, mine also did not come with the cymbal sleeves but I'm honestly not bummed about it I only use a 22' crash/ride, 20' trash crash and a set of 14' hats so I'm not worried about everything touching. I would recommend to all player groups.

This bag is perfect except it doesn't have a rubber protective arch on the bottom of the bag. So eventually the cymbals will cut through the bag. I don't know this for sure on this bag-I'm going from past experience/different brand. All that aside I love this bag. It's roomy enough for a ride, 3-crash and hi-hats-with as bit of room to spare. I like the front pockets. It's a 4 and a half stars right now.

Update: just bought a second one for my 22” ocean drum and it works perfectly! Really love the way these cases have been versatile in their uses! I also used them to protect my gong and ocean drum traveling on a plane, and had no issues(dents or scratches)! Really love this product, will probably buy one for my partner as well!Original:I’ve been using this case for a few months now for my gong. I looked at lot of gong cases but the were all $100 and upwards. This is perfect for carrying it around to gig as I am a sound healing practitioner. It’s not overly padded like some gong case but it has enough cushion and is sturdy enough to get the job done! Very happy with my purchase!

I was worried it would be too tight, but it’s perfect. Nice bag. I’m happy

Well worth the money. I have no issue carrying my hi hats, 18" crash and 21" ride in this along with some accessories in the front pouch. Great strap and padding for the cymbals.