Technical data
| Line | Hightech |
| Instrument | Erhu |
| Material | Hightech ABS shell |
| Colour | Black |
| Weight | 1.8 kg |
| Exterior dimensions | 88x18x14 cm |
| BAM reference | PANTERHUXL |
| Item number | BAM-PANTERHUXLN |
Interior features
- String pocket
- Accessory pouch
Exterior features
- 2 Soft Touch locks with key
- Very comfortable, two material side handle
- Airtight seal
- Gentle support from head to strings
Protection and climate
BAM's Hightech shell is built in three layers: ABS on the outside, a foam core of injected polyurethane or, depending on the model, Airex in the middle, and a third layer of PETG or ABS on the inside. BAM thermoforms these shells in France, with part of the production based in Thailand.
The interior is foamed in a single piece and set firmly into the shell; as the instrument is fitted, the padding yields to its shape.
The three-layer shell works as a buffer against swings in temperature and humidity. Open the case after moving into a different climate and the instrument meets the new conditions gradually rather than all at once.
A shady spot suits the shell best: in full sun, for example in a parked car, it can warp or blister.
BAM also makes cases of its own for the erhu and the guqin. The erhu case comes as L'Étoile Hightech in black, greige, chocolate, cognac and violet, and as the Panther version PANTERHUXLN, both made in France. The guqin case comes as the SUPGUQINXLNN in black and the SUPGUQINXLCS in champagne silver, and the silk cover inside is not sold separately.
Panther adds a rubberised surface over the Hightech shell that resists scratches and slipping. The interior is the same as in the counterpart without the Panther surface, in the PANT3233XLN bassoon case as in the other Panther models.
For the PANT4009XLG flute case, BAM describes the rubberised surface as scratch-resistant.
Our experience
Our experience from shipping is clear: an instrument travels far more safely in a BAM case than in a cardboard box. Every case we deliver passes through our own quality check first.
We make small scratches on the shell almost invisible with ordinary car polish, and we leave alcohol and white spirit well alone.
When another model suits you better
If every gram counts, the standard Hightech version of the same form, without the rubberised layer, is the natural choice.
Frequently asked questions
Why does my case weigh a little more than stated?
The stated weight is the net weight without straps. Because the density of the plastic varies slightly, an individual case can weigh around 100 g more.
Can BAM cases be stacked?
No, BAM cases should not be stacked; give each case a place of its own.
Can a cracked shell be repaired?
BAM replaces the complete upper or lower shell in France, as a crack cannot be repaired locally. Smaller damage such as pushed-in feet can be fixed with patches.
Does Panther protect differently from the Hightech case?
The interior is identical. Panther adds a rubberised, scratch- and slip-resistant surface and is minimally heavier as a result.
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