"Ultralight" Carbon Fiber Cello Case by dop

Weight: 4.9 lbs / 2.22kg

Formerly Musilia S3, newly branded 'dop' (Design on Purpose) Ultralight cello case is designed to fit Stradivarius model cellos. The Ultralight cello case by dop is the lightest case of their new line-up at less than 5lbs, and will fit a cello that is up to 49 1/2" tall, with no greater than a 14.5" upper bout width, and no greater than a 18" lower bout width.

SEE THE MEASUREMENTS TAB ABOVE FOR HELP MEASURING YOUR CELLO

dop Cello Cases are German engineered, super lightweight, and extremely well-made. Using carbon fiber, they have created a case that fits great, is super strong, and very light. The technologies used to make the dop cello cases creates cases capable of standing the abuse of travel, and will protect your cello under every circumstance. The contoured back adds strength, and creates a space between the case and cello, minimizing flex which will protect the sound post region of your cello. 

In addition to being incredibly durable, dop cello cases have been designed for ease of use, too. The backpack straps only takes 2 minutes to mount. And the unbreakable nylon strap will carry the entire weight of your cello, thereby eliminating the need for carabiners. The AeroLite, and all other dop cases, have an endpin block cushioned pad that is fully adjustable just by turning a two-way adjuster. 

Features include:

• Full Carbon fiber construction
• Fully suspended interior
• Adjustable bottom pads to customize the fit of your cello
• Injected foam suspension cushion to secure cello's shoulder and neck heel
  
• Upgraded neck strap and security strap for the scroll
• Two removable/moveable pockets for accessories
• Two Hill-style bow holders 
• Machined, aluminum draw latches
• Aluminum hardware throughout to reduce weight
• Can be configured for either shoulder or backpack use
• Download strap installation instructions
  

Note: These cases do not need the Security Cables as there is a different shoulder strap mechanism.

Fitting your cello in a dop Case:Larger model cellos, with wider upper bouts, like Montagnana patterns, fit the dop Grand model. Cellos with a 14 1/2" or less upper bout will fit into the S-model cases. If your cello has a wide lower bout, up to about 18, will still fit in the Ultralight. Due to the new adjustable lower bout support, the Ultralight models will also fit most 7/8s and ladies sized cellos pretty well, but please contact us if you have a smaller cello so we can assure fit for you by measuring.

Carbon Case Caution - If you are shopping for a case that is going to be sturdy, rugged and secure, light-weight carbon fiber cases may disappoint you. Although they ARE sturdy and secure, there are certain things about these cases that every shopper needs to be aware of. Carbon Fiber cases are very light because the carbon fiber is tougher than other materials, therefore, the case body is not very thick. This creates a few issues that you need to be aware of before purchasing:

• When open, Carbon fiber cases have quite a bit of flex and it takes some care to line up the top and bottom correctly before latching. However, when closed, they are very rigid.
• Standing a carbon fiber case on end with your cello in it (case either opened or closed) is NOT recommended because of the slim profile and light weight. It would take just a slight bump to unbalance it and knock it over.
• The less expensive the carbon fiber case is, the more issues you will have with it. Like all other things, you get what you pay for.
• Less expensive carbon fiber cases tend to have more issues with fit and finish, including hardware failures, durability, and padding.