The back side of the case even has reflective piping so that you can be seen when wearing this black backpack in the dark. Unlike the ProTec ProPac, this case doesn't have a pocket on the side that interferes with using the case in backpack mode. It also has a subway handle on the neck end, so if your riding the subway, you can carry it in an inoffensive manner.
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The only way the case can fall is if I fall. But I can get out of the car, put on the case, and have hands free for carrying music, keys, beer, etc.
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I don't skateboard to a gig, ride the bus to school, fight my way through the mosh pit, or other standard uses for a backpack case. I didn't think I'd use the backpack feature as much as I have. The straps even have a "sternum" strap that goes between the shoulder straps and prevents a shoulder strap from sliding off the shoulder if you bend over or bump into something. The nicely made and padded backpack straps are included, not an accessory as with some other cases (e.g., Protec). This is a backpack style of case that actually works as a backpack. That sounds bad, but ultimately the Soundwear case provides better protection because of the generous amount of padding surrounding the horn. But the outer "shell" isn't as stiff as the ProTec. From the advertising copy, it sounds like it would be similar to the ProTec case reviewed here. The case is interesting in design and materials. Price was about $150, including shipping.
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Although several online stores carry Soundwear cases, I found the Pro Tenor Sax case only at Dillon Music.