The MRB500C hardshell case from Ibanez is a durable, ABS plastic case that protects your bass from the dings and dents of getting to and from the gig. The rugged shell of the MRB500C is your first level of defense against colliding cases, amps, stage floors, and the back of vans where so many instruments and gear get damaged. The interior of the MRB500C is the second line of defense, featuring a plush, contoured molding that hugs and holds your bass securely while it travels. This versatile case also fits 7-string, 8-string, and even 9-string models. Finally, the MRB500C comes with its own Ibanez tool case and can be securely locked up while flying or traveling with it TSA-approved lock.