Materials

 

Outer Fabric

We use tough waterproof 1000 Denier Nylon Canvas to construct every Slip Cover and Gig Bag. It comes with a polyurethane coating on the inside that prevents tears and fraying.  Other manufacturers use Polyester or 400 Denier Nylon fabric that is half the strength and toughness as our 1000 Denier Nylon.  You can’t make quality covers and bags without quality fabric. 

We have two timeless colors to choose from – Classic Black or Classy Brown.

Inner Fabric

For our padded covers and gig bags, we use a polyester fiber fill padding that is quilted to a soft and smooth 200 Denier black nylon lining (guaranteed not to bleed color) and we sew it by hand to our 1000 Denier exterior fabric. We have not seen any deterioration in our padding since we started making covers way back in 1992, unlike foam padding which can disintegrate and wreak havoc on sensitive electronics in just a few years. Our padding feels more like a glorified plush moving blanket and folds up easily to store away when not in use.

Our Padding Options Are:

  • Single Padding – Standard – 3/8″ thick (home use, studio use, weekend gigs)
  • Double Padding – Extra Protection – 5/8″ thick (touring use, vintage/pricey amp protection, rugged use)
  • No Padding – Dust Covers (storage use, sun protection, light use)

The photo shows the difference between single padding and double padding and the inner 200D quilted nylon fabric.  The single padding is approximately 3/8″ thick (a little less than a centimeter) and the double padding is approximately 5/8″ (about 1.5 centimeters).

Photo of Padding Options

Handle Options

 

Reinforced Handle Openings

 

Reinforced Handle Opening option for Slip Cover and Gig BagThis is the most common handle option and is often the best way to carry your gear. Most amplifiers and speaker cabinets have handles and the reinforced handle opening allows access to those handle while transporting your equipment with the cover or gig bag on. All openings are heavily reinforced so they will not fray or come apart like common simple bound handle openings. Choose this option for slipcovers or clamshell gig bag that you want to carry by it’s own handle(s). A single handle opening is included in the price and the cost of $5 for each additional opening. Some amps have a single top handle like a vinyl strap handle or leather dog bone handle, while others have recessed handles on the top or sides. Some amps have a combination of both. Choose the the number of reinforced openings for the handles that you want access to.
 

Duffle Style Strap Handles

Duffle Style Strap Handle Option for Gig BagThis option is only available on clamshell gig bags. Sturdy nylon webbing that wraps around the bottom of the bag and comes together at the top with a Velcro cushioned grip, like a duffle bag. These handles are strong and can carry 100+lbs (45kg). This is the best option for those who want a fully enclosed gig bag or need to carry items that don’t have handles such as keyboards and pedalboards. We keep the height of the handle low and close to the unit for more control and to keep it from swinging.

Molded Plastic Handle Sewn-on Top

Clamshell gig bag option for items under 20lbs (9kg). These handles are a great option for those who want a fully enclosed bag or need to carry smaller light weight items that don’t have handles such as midi controllers or small pre amps.

 
 
 
 

 

For more weight than 20lbs, it’s recommended that you use the Duffel Style Straps because they wrap around the bag and keep the weight evenly distributed and off the zipper.

 

 

 

No Handle

This option is for dust covers, keyboard slipcovers, or small pedal pouches where you’re not carrying or moving the unit while covered or it is small enough to carry in your hand.
 

Pockets

 

Standard Pockets

For additional storage space, we can add an external zippered pocket.  Our standard pocket is non-padded and 2″ deep.  It has a double zipper that opens the top half of the pocket and a 2″ gusset along the bottom.  We have lots of different sizes and tend to put the largest sized pocket that will fit on your equipment up to 12″ x 18″.

Padded Pockets

If you plan on housing sensitive items like footswitches, pedals, tuners, etc., a padded pocket is probably the best option.  Our padded pockets come with our single padding (3/8″ thick) including the zipper panel and the gussets.  Also comes with the double zipper that opens the top half of the pocket.    

Custom Pockets

Yes!  We can make custom sizes.  If you have a large expression pedal which requires a 3″ deep pocket or have a small bass head and want to keep it in a pocket with the cab, just send us the internal dimensions that are required in an email and we’ll give you the price to add to your order.

We also make custom pockets that have sewn loops for keyboard or steel guitar legs, great for your portable piano.                                       

We can make flat pockets with a single zipper for papers or thin cables.  If you are concerned with the level of protection from a soft cover, a flat pocket can be added to the front or back and you can add thin plywood or plexiglass for added protection. We can make a flat pocket on the outside of a standard pocket.  We can even put a padded flat pocket inside a regular pocket for your tablet.  The possibilities are endless!                                                                                                       

 

Bottom Strap for Slipcovers

 

Single

 We can add a webbed strap which is sewn to the back bottom of your cover and secures with Velcro to the front to keep it snugly in place. This is a great option if you transport your gear on its back. 

Double

If you have a larger amp or speaker, add a second strap.
 
 

 

Leather Strips

 

For Clamshell Gig Bags –  Want the ultimate level of protection and Rockstar looks.  We can reinforce the bottom of your bag with heavy duty American leather.  The strips are 1/8″ thick, 5″ wide, and run from front to back on both sides of the bottom of the bag, usually under the feet of your gear. We can add leather on the back of your gig bag as well, just reach out to find out custom pricing. 
A full leather bottom is available on smaller gig bags like a pedalboard or keyboard bag.  Full leather bottom pricing is dependent on the size of the bag. 

Shoulder Strap

 

For Clamshell Gig Bags – Add a removable shoulder strap to your gig bag for an easy, hands-free carrying option. Great option for pedalboards, controllers, keyboards, heads and small to medium combos and cabs. Our shoulder straps come with a an adjustable length web strap and padded shoulder pad for comfort. Choose between Plastic or Forged Metal hardware. The plastic hardware can carry lightweight items up to 25lbs (11kg). The forged metal clips and metal D-Rings can carry up to 75lbs (34kg). We also offer ‘Metal D-Rings Only’ as an option if you have your own clip-able shoulder strap at home.
We also offer 4 D-Rings to be sewn strategically to the back of a gig bag and longer clip-on straps that together, function as our version of backpack straps. These come with longer cushioned pads and turn any gig bag into a backpack. It works especially well for pedalboards and large foot controllers. Send us an email for more information and how to order.

 

Molded Plastic Handles

 

Sewn-on Top

 

A molded plastic handle is great as a primary handle if your gear is 20lbs (9 kg) or less. It has ergonomically molded for comfort and has grooves that allow for air flow so you hand doesn’t get sweaty. For more weight than 20lbs, it’s recommended that you use the Duffel Style Strap handle that wraps around the bag and keeps the weight off the zipper instead.

Extra Sewn-on Handles

Sometimes it’s nice to have an extra handle or two on your Gig Bag. Especially for long items like keyboards. They are also helpful on large slipcovers for speaker stacks and DJ tables with wheels. The handles can carry weights up to 75lbs (35 kg) but do let us know if your gear is over 60lbs (27 kg) so we can add proper reinforcement.

Caster Openings 

 

For Clamshell Gig Bags –  Reinforced caster openings are available for $45.  Please email us to request a template to measure your casters or wheels. These openings are made just like our handle openings, with super sturdy double reinforcement that won’t come apart or fray with heavy use. Just roll your 4×12 Cab onto the gig bag, line up the wheels with the openings and zip it up and away you go. 

 

Handle Flaps

 

Protect your gear from the elements with a handle flap that covers the handle opening – available for $10 each.  You can add them to the cart as ‘Custom Work Discussed with Studio Slips -$10’ and be sure to put a note in the “Additional Information” text box after you click on the checkout button. These can be on any handle opening whether on the top or the sides.  It a simple non-padded flap sewn-on one side and has Velcro on the other.

 

Manufacturer’s Embroidered Logo

We work closely with and have been trusted by a number of awesome manufacturers who have given us permission to make their logo available to our customers. You can add it to your Slipcover or Clamshell Gig Bag for some extra swag. We add a small Studio Slips T-Shirt tag to the inside of the cover or gig bag so you’ll always know where it came from. If you’re a manufacturer and are interested in us protecting your gear, send us an email with your artwork and we’ll make it happen!

 

Alessandro

Ashdown Engineering

Bartel Amplifiers

Benedetto

Benson Amps

Carr

Cornell Amplification

Dr. Z

Dusky

Fat Jimmy

Fuchs Audio Tech

Henriksen

Jim Kelley

Milkman Sound

Mission Engineering

Morgan Amps

pHamps

PSI Audio

RedPlate

Supro

Two Rock

Vintage Sound

West Coast Pedal Boards

Clear Vinyl ID Window

Do you have too many Amps and too many Studio Slips covering those Amps? A great way to tell them apart is with our Clear Vinyl ID Window. Our standard ID window is business card sized 3″ x 4-1/2″ (7.5cm x11.5cm).  We can make custom sizes including half or full sheet paper sizes.  Put your business card or make your own logo card. The vinyl is bound on all sides for a professional look and sewn on three side so you can easily slide your card in. Standard placement is on top, below a top handle but please let us know if you’d like it to be placed in a unique location.

Custom Work Discussed with Studio Slips??

This is something that a customer already knows he or she wants and we have previously either spoken by phone or by email and given a price and instructions on how to order that custom work.

Embroidery and Screen Printing

 

Have your name, band logo, company logo, or custom artwork embroidered or screen printed on your Slipcover or Clamshell to really make it your own.  Pricing depends on font, size, and thread color. For custom artwork, a one time digitizing fee may apply. Please note that this is custom work that can add to the lead time of your order. 

Embroidery


 

 

 

 

 

 

Screen Printing

Custom Screen Printing on multiple pieces is a great option as well. 

Aiken Sabre Head and Aiken 2×12 Extension Cab

I just wanted to let you know that the covers arrived today, pristine as always. I hope to order the same set from you again soon for my other Aiken head and cabinet. You guys work speaks for itself but if I can ever help you in anyway please just let me know. Have a great afternoon and rest of the week, thank you for making such a quality product (Brown, single padded Clamshell with Leather for a Aiken Sabre Head (Jeff Swanson) #4970 and brown, single padded Slip Cover with 2 bottom straps for an Aiken 2×12 Ext. Cab (Jeff Swanson) #4971

Gary B., Daphne AL

Too Many To List! Custom, Kendrick, and More!

Studio Slips does tremendously good work, even on custom sized cabinets! I have learned that if I measure correctly (2 or 3 times!), you produce a product that fits perfectly every time! By my count, I now have 15 of your clamshell bags and 4 slip covers,  a significant investment. But I am glad that I bought every one of them. Here is why: I love having my gear protected by your products, rain, snow, or impact, when I take it out on gigs! I once had two tube combo amps stacked on a hand truck and tumbled the top amp (a Kendrick 1×12 tube combo) off onto the parking lot. It was in your double padded clam shell, and though it broke an EL34 tube, I could not find a dent or scratch. And after replacing the tube the amp has continued to work perfectly ever since! Thank you, Susan and Cole! I wish you every success, and I can’t wait to do business with you again!

Jay C., Woods Cross, UT

Klipsch Forte Loudspeakers

I received my slip covers yesterday & they fit perfectly! The quality is second to none. Thank you for such a quality product & for the excellent communication. I am recommending your products to all my musician friends. Thanks again & have a great weekend. (A pair of brown, single padded Slip Covers with for Klipsch Forte Loudspeakers)

Mike W., Oneida, NY

Two Rock TS1 Head and 2×12 Cabinet

My Two Rock TS1 head and cabinet bags just arrived and they are of course, flawless. The amp won’t arrive for another month but I have no doubt the fit will be perfect. It is obvious that your organization takes great pride in the bags you produce. It gives me great pleasure to do business with Studio Slips and it warms my heart that you are a family enterprise (Black, single padded Clamshell Gig Bag for the Two Rock TS1 Head and a black, single padded Clamshell Gig Bag for the Two Rock 2×12 Extension Cabinet)

Joe S., Summersville, WV

Dr. Z Maz 38 Senior Head Slip Cover

Got it today! Wow you do great work. Very happy with it and matches my cabinet perfectly. Thank you! (Brown, single padded Slip Cover with Dr. Z logo for Dr. Z Maz 38 Senior Head (#793)

Mark T., Liberty Township, OH

Matchless Lightning Head and ES210 Cab

The head and cab duffles fit like a glove and the build quality is fantastic. Satisfied customer here. Just wanted to say thanks! (Single and Double padded Clamshell Gig Bags for Matchless Lightning Head (#92) and Matchless ES210 Cab (#13086)

Mike M., Mount Juliet, TN

Custom Pedalboard Gig Bag

I could not be any happier with the Studio Slips Gig Bag and inside Slip Cover customized for my recent pedalboard project. Everything is a perfect fit. The Slip Cover fits perfectly inside the Gig Bag! Even though my pedals would be protected with the gig bag alone, I thought it best to add the slip cover as well for added protection. I am certainly glad I went that route, as I now feel my pedals are fully protected. Studio Slips has gained another customer for life! I won’t hesitate to tell my colleagues about your company as well. All the best! (Brown, double padded Briefcase Gig Bag + Slip Cover for Custom Pedalboard #13265)

Chaz C., Kansas City, MO

Ceriatone Trainwreck Express Head

I’m glad to report I have received the case in perfect condition, and as guaranteed; it fits like a glove! Thank you for this great product. I’m sure it will serve very well for myself and others like me who have to brave the rigors of public transportation. I am well pleased with the purchase, and it was a pleasure dealing with you & your team. Should the opportunity arise, I would not hesitate to come back for more and will gladly recommend to all who ask. (Brown double padded Briefcase Gig Bag for Ceriatone Trainwreck Express Head #13301)

Ariff M.I., Pasir Ris, Singapore

Marshall Code 100 Watt Head

I just wanted to say that I received the gig bag of course. I’ve had it for 2-3 weeks. At first I was very impressed and pleased. After having it for a little while, I’m even more happy with it. The finish is excellent. But the ability to carry it with the strap and the pocket, everything just comes together perfectly. I am extremely happy with the gig bag. I will definitely be recommending your products and will buy others if I need them. Thank you very much!! (Black, single padded Clamshell Gig Bag with a pocket, leather and shoulders strap for Marshall Code 100 W Head)

Walter P., Palatine, IL

Carr Skylark

Got the gig bag today for my Skylark. It’s awesome! It looks great (glad I chose the brown!), it fits perfectly, and it seems like it’s going to be very protective. (Brown, double padded Clamshell Gig Bag for Carr Skylark)

Chris O., West Roxbury, MA

Clamshell Gig Bag for Laney LFR 1×12 Cabinet

Hey there, big shout out to the team at SS. I received my Clamshell Bag for my Laney LFR 112. Perfect fit! I can finally start taking this cab out to my local gigs. I wasnt going to let it leave the house till it had protection that I trusted. This is my second SS bag and I couldn’t be more satisfied of the quality of workmanship and material. THANK YOU! (Black, single padded Clamshell Gig Bag with leather for a Laney LFR 1×12 Cabinet #15638)

Tommy I., Elberta, AL

Mesa Boogie Walkabout Head Gig Bag

I received my Studio Slips gig bag for my Mesa Walkabout head about a little over a week ago and have meaning to send you a note. The bag fits the amp perfectly and is extremely well made. It was fabricated and shipped very timely, and I appreciated your personal communication during the process. Its a pleasure to deal with a company with such great quality and service. (Black, single padded Clamshell Gig Bag for Mesa Boogie Walkabout Rackmount Head #8308)

Jim B., Kailua, HI

Markbass CMD 102 Marcus Miller 500 2×10 Combo

Greetings again Studio Slips, Just wanted to let you folks know the clamshell cover for my Markbass CMD 102 Marcus Miller 500 2×10 Combo amp is excellent as usual. Superbly made, it fits perfectly, glad I ordered the double padding. Really nice job on the build for this uniquely shaped amp. This adds to several clamshells for my amps and they are the best available. It’s worth the investment to protect an investment. (Black, double padded Clamshell Gig Bag for Markbass CMD 102 Marcus Miller 500 2×10 Combo)

Shawn H., Bedford TX

Friedman Vertical 2×12 Cabinet

Just wanted to say I received my Studio Slips Clamshell bag yesterday for my Friedman Vertical 212 Cabinet and it fits perfectly! This is the 7th bag I’ve purchased from you within the last 6 years and they all just fit perfectly and still in use and in perfect condition after heavy use. Thanks again for a great product. (Black, single padded Clamshell Gig Bag with leather on the bottom for Friedman 212 Vertical Slant 2×12 Cabinet #14033)

Sid S., Rocky River, OH