The Standard BAM High Tech Oblong Case is the foundation upon which BAM built its reputation for elite instrument security. If you love the unparalleled mechanical protection and thermal engineering of the high-tech series but prefer a classic, smooth, or metallic aesthetic over the textured Panther skin, this iconic French-made case is the ultimate professional standard.

The Core of BAM Protection: High R-Value Engineering

Just like its companion in the Panther line, the standard High Tech Oblong case relies on BAM’s proprietary shell design: a premium three-ply ABS structure wrapped around a high-performance Styrofoam core.

For string players navigating unpredictable regional climates, this structural design is a lifesaver. This dense core provides excellent insulation and high R-value thermal properties, ensuring that extreme temperature differentials don't shock your violin's tone wood, dry out your seam glue, or crack your varnish. It keeps the interior environment safe, stable, and completely sealed away from external elements.

Balanced Stability on the Table and Your Back

This classic oblong model features a back-mounted music pouch designed to drastically improve the case's center of gravity. Rather than placing storage on the lid—which forces lightweight cases to flip over backward on a table—BAM positions it at the base to anchor the case securely downward to the tabletop when the lid is raised.

When you sling the case over your shoulders using the premium, ultra-comfortable backpack straps, this music pouch acts as a thick, protective cushion against your lower back, softening your travel experience on long commutes or walking tours.

Light, Spacious, and Built for Decades

Despite its rock-solid rigidity and road-ready armor, the standard High Tech Oblong weighs only 5 pounds. It features a remarkably generous, open-format interior design that gives players maximum room. You can effortlessly store oversized shoulder rests, spare strings, humidifiers, and various accessories in the open cavities around the violin's suspension pads. Equipped with BAM's legendary security carabiners that are famously reliable and effortless to take on or off, this sophisticated hardshell case is a lifetime investment built to guard your instrument for decades.

Another fine case from Bam France. The original hightech, lightweight with a triple-ply structure for strength, insulation and humidity control. Strong, yet stylish this case will protect with European style!

The Hightech expertise made in France

REFERENCE : 2001XL

WEIGHT : 2,4 kg

INSIDE DIMENSIONS : Total Length: 61 cm
Body Length: 38 cm

Upper bout: 22 cm
Lower bout: 22 cm

OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS : 77x25x16 cm

INSIDE FEATURES : 

• Suspension of the instrument on injected foam cushions

• Inside removable accessory pouch

• 4 bow holders

• Strap for a "Kun" style shoulder rest

OUTSIDE FEATURES : 

• Shells made of the Bam Hightech technique : a triple-ply structure made of high performance materials (ABS, Airex foam, another type of ABS)

• Outstanding protection and ultralight weight

• 2 comfortable neoprene anti-slip backpack straps with security screw hooks

• 2 combination locks

• Very comfortable bi-material side handle

• Subway handle

• Male/female airtight seal

• Anti-slip and anti-wear rubber patches on the bottom outer shell