I have seen a few negative reviews about this case/gig bag. I spent a considerable time searching for different cases for my bass. While it plays and sounds amazing, my bass is a cheaper, " Merano," Japanese, plywood bass so I didn't see the point in spending $300.00-$400.00 to replace the case that came with it which was worn out totally non-functional anymore. If I had... say... an old Kay or Engelhardt or something then I would not have purchased this case and would have gone with a more sturdy one. This case is actually cheaper and lighter duty than what I had originally wanted to get, however it seemed like the only options were either really cheap or really expensive... and their was no middle of the road price range which is what I wanted. But, I will have to say that I was pleasantly surprised with this case! It is actually more heavy duty than the case that came with my bass when I originally purchased it about 14 years ago. From the looks of it, I could see this one lasting longer than the original one. If you play a top of the line, or really old bass, I would recommend getting something sturdier, however for entry level type basses, in my opinion, this a REALLY good case or the money!UPDATE: So, a year and a BUNCH of gigs later the case is still holding up well. It's much sturdier than the one came with the bass. If this model is still available when the case wears out, which I expect to be a long while, I plan on getting the same one again.