CrossrockPoly Carbon Composite Cello Case, for 4/4 Size Cello with backpack and wheels in Champagne(CRF1000CEFCHHT)

Incredible, light-weight case for the value. This is my go-to case. It houses my Jan Szlachtowski 3/4 Master cello appraised at $18,000. I also own an Eastman Classic case. I will compare the two cases in this review.I prefer the closing design and latches of the Crossrock over Eastman. It's easy to close, and the latches are nice. The latches on the Eastman are buckle-type latches, and are somewhat annoying to close. The Eastman case itself is also difficult to close. I feel I can't keep any accessories inside my interior Eastman pouch or the case won't close. This doesn't happen with the Crossrock.I like the carrying backpack straps of the Crossrock more than the Eastman, however there is a design flaw. The padding of the Eastman straps moves around, and when I put it on my back, I have to adjust at times to line the padding up with my shoulders, or the straps just dig into me. It takes a lot of adjustment to just put both backstraps on your back in regards to the Eastman case. Crossrock straps are easy. The padding is already set on the straps. The only thing I don't like about the Crossrock straps is that they are too long (design flaw). If I want to wheel my cello, the backpack straps drag on the floor. Gross. Eastman straps sit higher and don't sweep the floor when using the wheels.Crossrock has a music pouch attached to the exterior. Eastman does not. I use this pouch for my iPad. All my music is digital. I can also store other small things inside the music pouch also, without it digging into my back.The wheels on both are identical. They both roll smooth. The Crossrock has a hand strap that you can clip on to roll the case. The Eastman has a handle built-in to the back. I feel the Eastman's built-in handle is flimsy and is prone to breaking. I like the clip on strap more. One less thing I have to worry about breaking.The other exterior handles.... Crossrock has two, Eastman only has one, which makes it harder to hold and maneuver in certain walking/carrying situations. More handles the better.Inside... Interior accessory pockets on the Crossrock and Eastman both hold accessories, however it's hard to close/latch the Eastman cello case vs. Crossrock with accessories in the pouch.The bow holders on both are velcro and do the same thing.Eastman has a hygrometer built in, Crossrock doesn't. This isn't a huge deal to me because I live in Arizona and humidity rarely fluctuates, but this may be a big deal to others.The Eastman has a velcro strap that secures the neck of the cello, the Crossrock has a buckle. I'm not sure which one I prefer in this moment.The Eastman case has elastic suspension for the cello scroll. I, personally, LOVE this feature. The Crossrock does not have this, it features elastic suspension for the endpin. This to me, is the worst design flaw of this case. I don't like it at all, hands down. It makes putting in/taking out the cello quite cumbersome. I don't use it. I do worry about the neck buckle enclosure unsnapping, and my cello falling out, so I keep the case on the floor when I take it out/put it in, but it does make the back pocket dirty from the floor. I plan to go to a craftstore to make my own elastic suspension for the scroll.My two major gripes with this case is the inside elastic suspension for the endpin, rather than scroll... And the backpack straps being too long to wheel the cello case around. With that being said, this case, in my opion, is more user-friendly than the Eastman, and is now my go-to case.I paid under $191 TOTAL for this case from the Amazon Warehouse. It was advertised as like-new, but it honestly came in brand new condition, still in wrapping. Verified purchase. Silver in 3/4 size. Eastman ran me close to/if not over $500 for silver 3/4.

Granted, I have only just received my case, but I find that it is surprisingly good. Days were spent comparing this to the Bobelock 2000W (arguably the standard in this class) and I was concerned because of mixed reviews: Most ratings were high, with a few low, but rarely in the middle. However, I consider this to be "great bang for the buck."The outer packaging consisted of a standard box, with "Made in China" in bold letters. Two of the packing tape strips had broken and I was instantly anxious. However, after opening the outer box, I noticed that the packing was (similar to the case itself) a suspension design, anchored at the head and foot. The next level of packaging was large-cell bubble-wrap sleeve completely enclosing the case. Underneath the bubble-wrap was a full-length white bag made of cotton or Tyvek-like material, and securely tied at the top (had they added a spring cord-lock, I would have been WOW-ed - and I suspect I might use this on long trips to prevent cosmetic damage). Inside the bag was the case itself.Firstly, the case is *extremely* light with the packaging almost outweighing the case (subjectively speaking). Though this feature may be dismissed, every pound counts as an instrument is repeatedly hefted in and out of a car. Second, the finish (PC Carbon Composite) appears quite durable. I have had bad experiences with fiberglass where even light glances against a hallway corner can leave a huge and unsightly white scuff. Third, the clasps are much easier to navigate than the hefty buckle-style buckles. My old case required a specific locking order or the buckles would refuse to close, and it was primarily the buckles that kept the case from flexing. The CrossRock has a fitted lip around the entire front face (waterproofing) which, when fully clasped, keeps the case from flexing (the clasps essentially support the lip). The clasps (anodized black), are the bent-wire style which make them both easy to clasp and easy to repair/replace. I have also found the case to be sturdy whilest open (something that has disappointed in other styles). Although a strap for wheeling may initially seem less preferable than the sexy built-in-handle design, I can attest to the awkwardness of a rigid handle that peaks at 90° (it takes a toll on the wrist). The straps that come with the CrossRock were surprisingly beefy and attractive. And the music case on the back is an advantage, though how much of an advantage depends on the amount of music one carries.I'm not sure whether the music bag/holder on the back is removable: Good design dictates it would be: It looks to be held by snaps, but I wasn't brave enough to pry hard to prove my assumption. Also, the case - despite being described sometimes as having a head *and* neck lock, has only a locking outer neck strap with an inner faux-leather leather to protect the strings and dampen vibration. I was ambivalent about the neck strap at first, but it has started to appeal to me over a Velcro-based style (with the grating rip of hooks from loops followed closely by the thwang of freed strings). However, it takes a bit of finagling to get the lock adjusted. I do wish that CrossRock had the scroll strap that Bobelock has.Finally, one reviewer rated this case low because of its wheels which allegedly made the case unsteady. I can't speak to that user's experience, but the wheels themselves appear to be made of polyurethane (like modern skateboard wheels), and are not noticeably inset (more than any other make). I suspect they would be better used on-site: Carpet or tile as opposed to sidewalks and asphalt. This could be an issue for professional musicians who have to travel some distances over semi-rugged terrain. But, as others have pointed out, the resulting vibration itself could be harmful to the instrument. As I said, this case does come with a pair of beefy shoulder straps, should they be needed. if this is a real issue, I'd suggest a more expensive case, or a golf bag cart.I should mention that this *is* a suspension case (some sites claim it is not): No part of the instrument touches the outer shell directly, rather it is "suspended" at various points by lined foam pads (which feels safely stiff). though the case also has an elastic end-pin strap, the inside is unimpressive (though not disappointing) - I doubt even an embedded hygrometer would tip the "need to have it" factor. Good case for this class.

I like the way the cello neck ties into the case, although it takes a moment or two extra than the usual strap moment. I also like the easy rolling, smooth wheels. I find it very difficult to loop the endpin into the bottom tie in the case. It's impossible to see it as you put the cello into the case. But it really doesn't affect the safety of the cello. The outside music case works fine for single sheets of music but will not accommodate a regular black orchestra folder because of the size. I do enjoy the small inside bag and the bow holders. did take it to two rehearsals and in putting on a back seat in my car, came home with a scratch, but again, it doesn't affect the safety of my cello. Another positive it the fact that my cello fit snugly in the case. Overall probably 4.5 stars. I bought this because I knew if I didn't like it, I could return through Amazon.

I immediately loved everything about this case as soon as I opened it. Solid, lightweight, just an all-around good case. But then I tried rolling it on the wheels... and the wheels are so uneven that the whole case wobbles back and forth constantly. I'm so disappointed because I prefer to roll my case as much as possible, since I'm a fairly small person. Looks like I'll have to break myself of that habit, because even though I specifically searched for a case with wheels, these ones are unusable. Shame - I've had the same case for the last 17 years and the wheels were perfect. I finally get a new case after all these years, and I can't roll it. What a letdown.

No trae las correas acolchonadas para traerlo de mochila y el paquete venía en condiciones muy pobres. Por favor Amazon, cuántos pedidos más? Si me vas a recomendar un producto, que sea algo bueno, no esto.