What case or bag do you use to carry Yamaha PSR9000?

Yamaha PSR9000 owners,

I have a hard time finding a carrying bag for the odd size of Yamaha PSR9000 (43-7/8"x18-5/16"x7-3/16" or 1114x464,9x182,5mm). How do you carry your 9000s? Since PSR9000 weighs 50 lbs (22.5Kg) I imagine a heavily paded bag would be preferred to hard case. Appreciate any input.

Paul Ip
from Texas

Paul,
I sell a custom made bag from Levys Case Co. in Canada. It is made to fit the PSR9000. It has heavy beige colored pading inside and includes a special compartment in the inside cover for the music rack. It has large pockets and on each end it has a velcro flapped covered pocket for things like AC adapters and sustain pedals. It sells for approx. $129.00.
George Kaye

George,

Do you know how much does that custom bag weigh?

Paul Ip
from Texas

A Yamaha PKB 1152 might also serve the purpose.

I also carry the PKB 1152, but I don't like how little padding there is with these bags. They do fit the keyboard but If you dropped it from a foot off the ground, I would be afraid of cracking the keyboard. The Levy's bag is very well padded and well made. I don't know the weight Paul, but it's not heavy at all.
George Kaye

I use "ProTec" brand cases for my keyboards and am very happy with them. Hard foam core frame, rugged yet lightweight. Highly recommended.

ProTec Web Address: http://www.ptcases.com/

Call ProTec at (800) 325-3455. I somehow remember that they have a custom case specifically made for the Yamaha PSR9000.

Protec does not sell directly to the end user but they can tell you which custom case model # is appropriate for you keyboard and refer you to a local dealer in your area.

Good luck,

- Scott

All right, I need a good rugged case but I don't wanna pay an arm and leg for it. I'd also like to know what people are doing for a dust cover? My keyboard is always on the stand and I play it everyday, so putting it in a bag isn't practical (except when gigging, then its a must). Anybody find a decent, inexpensive dust cover?

Hi Stevizard,
Do you know anyone that can sow? I had a friend to make me one for almost nothing.
Mine is light leather but could be of several
different fabrics. By friend makes hand bags.
Just a thought,
Nobby

Steven,

I remembered that George Kaye mentioned that he sells dust cover for PSR9000. See the following thread:
http://www.synthworld.com/ubbs/Forum37/HTML/000011.html

George Kaye's business phone number is 818-881-5566

Paul Ip
from Texas

The following is George's own words:

I have dust covers that fit these two products. The yamaha is clear plastic and will only fit the 740. it sells for $15.00.
The other one is a black stretch type cover that fits inside a bag when you are not using it and stretches out of the bag to go around the keyboard. It sells for $24.00. I have also carried a cover made by Levy's that is a heavier material and is made to fit a particular keyboard. It sells for $32.00.

George Kaye

george,

what model Levys case will fit the PSR9000?
http://www.levysleathers.com/gig_bags.htm

donny

Donny,

PSR9000's dimensions are 43.9" x 18.3" x 7.2". According to Levy's description, you need [(43.9 + 7.2) + 2]" x [(18.3 + 7.2) + 2]" or 53.1" x 27.5", then I cannot find any suitable bag(s) from Levy's CM keyboard bag series. The closest one I found is their EM502/EM502DX that can hold PSR7000 and PSR8000 (PSR9000 not updated in their manufacture size table), but I am not certain of its actual dimensions, which George Kaye will have to verify. I have a EM520DX bag that holds my 88-key Yamaha S80 synth and I used it to hold the PSR9000 without a problem (well, a bit too long, but good for additional pedals and accessories)). By the way, get the DX model - it has thicker padding for better impact protection.

Paul Ip
from Texas

Hi,

I just got off the phone with the Protec people and they DO NOT MAKE a case to fit the Yamaha PSR9000 keyboard dimensions. They do not know when if at all they will have a model to fit the size of the Psr9000 in the future.

Donny nj


PS my search is continuing

Hi guys,
Sorry I haven't answered you about this topic. I have a Levy's bag in my store that I ordered because they told me this one was made to fit the PSR9000. Paul, you bought my last PSR9000. today I sold my only 9000 pro. I have this case but I have to make sure the dimensions are right for the PSR9000. I'll check it tomorrow. I sold my 9000Pro to Eric who posted his picture here on this discussion forum last month. He lives in Santa Barbara, Cal. He talked me into letting him have my only one. Now I hope I can get more in a hurry from Yamaha! Eric owned a PSR8000 and he wanted to upgrade. I think he will be really happy with his new purchase.
George kaye

Hi Eric,

Hey Man, I'm really really jealous! George Kaye told me you were coming to visit his store today but WOW, I had no idea you were going to leave with the Yamaha 9000pro. I played the 9000pro at the NAMM show and was really impressed with its' great sounds/styles, cool professional design, and great feeling 76 note keys. I know you made an EXCELLENT choice.

BTW, did you bring cute little "Sunny" with you to help make your keyboard decsion?
Congratulations on your new Yamaha 9000pro. I hope you will keep the rest of us on the board informed, giving your feedback and experiences with your new 9000pro. Have fun! If you're ever in the SF Bay Area again, look me up.

Scott