Pedi NiteFlash Oblong Viola Case Olive

This is a nice case for the price. While I like the look of the carbon fiber cases, those cases seem to scuff and scratch easily. This Pedi case has a canvas (or canvas-like) cover that has a nice appearance. It has a storage compartment with a spring-loaded door big enough for rosin, tuning fork, mute, cleaning cloth, etc. . There is no string tube, but spare strings could be kept in the large zippered pocket attached at the underside of the case. This zippered pocket can accommodate an iPad and one of the smaller foot pedals, and still have room for sheet music. There is also an interior space that looks to be shaped to accommodate a Kun-style shoulder rest. Oddly, the bow holders have the spinners on the left side…..first time I’ve seen them not on the right…..not an issue, but uncommon. Also, the case does not have a locking latch. Two zippers and a flap with two snaps keep the case closed. Overall, a nice case made with attractive materials and seems to be sturdy enough to protect an instrument. For the price, I can recommend this case.

I think it is a great case. It is sturdy yet light. The only downside is that the bow holder is reversed from what is normal; the frog of the bow is at the end of the case with the viola pegbox, and the tip is at the end of the case with the viola body. The company claims they do this to avoid the frog damaging the viola body in case of an accident.

The new case meets all my needs - lightweight, places for all the bits, and sturdy. I returned two before I found this one.

Protective and perfect in all ways.

Nice case, protective.