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

I use this cymbal bag to store a pair of Zildjian 18" Viennese crash cymbals, as well as a Sabian 18" orchestral suspended cymbal. I added some extra layers of soft dividers to keep the cymbals separated in the bag, and it works very well. While it is advertised as being "heavy duty" and it certainly is a lot nicer than all of the other really cheap cymbal bags sold on Amazon, it remains to be seen how well it would hold up to being used on the road on a daily basis. For ensemble travel I still use the heavier hard cases, but in the concert hall this case is perfect for the percussionists. The extra pocket is great for storing the suspension strap, hand straps, and other small accessories.

The Protec Heavy Ready Series 22" Cymbal Bag (HR230) is sturdy and easy to carry with a padded shoulder strap and rugged nylon exterior. Fits 22" cymbals, includes a front pocket for accessories, and offers solid protection for rehearsals or gigs. The zipper quality was also great.

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.

Since I just got the bag today, I can't speak to durability, but I can say that it's a perfect fit for my RAV Vast drum. There seems to be adequate padding and the bottom is reinforced. I wish the strap had some padding, not very comfortable to use. If it wasn't sewn in, I'd remove it and attach a better one. Other than that minor issue, it's a great, inexpensive bag that enables me to take my drum out into the world that will do great until I find a backpack style bag that I like and can afford for taking hikes with my drum. EDIT 23 FEB 2020: I just wanted to add that the bag is holding up great, I've carried it all around to gigs and flute/drum circles with no issues. I'll probably still grab a backpack style later, but for a cheap bag this one is just perfect!

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.

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!

Very rugged

I bought this for my rav vast tongue drum. It fits and works as it should. Great for carrying and transporting.