Written by: Patrick David Sawyer Founder/CEO Pisgah Banjo Company
A Case for TKL: The Backbone of Banjo Protection
In the world of instrument protection, TKL has long been an industry standard. Known for their rugged durability, no-nonsense design, and American-made reliability, TKL hardshell cases have earned their place as the go-to option for countless musicians—banjo players included.
Before I ever picked up a banjo, I was hauling a trombone to school every day in a TKL case. That carefully crafted plywood black hardshell with heavy-duty latches and a soft interior lining followed me through countless bus rides, rainy mornings, and crowded band rooms. It never once let me down—and when I started playing old-time banjo years later, it was only natural to trust TKL again.
Today, TKL’s open-back banjo cases carry that same legacy forward. They’re built with a tough tolex exterior, a plush-lined interior, reinforced hardware, and the kind of structural integrity you want when your banjo is riding in the trunk, tucked under a festival tent, or stashed backstage. They’re not flashy—but that’s part of their charm. They do their job quietly and dependably, year after year.
These cases have become the default choice for many top banjo builders—both boutique and large-scale operations—because they strike the right balance between protection, cost, and long-term performance. Pisgah Banjos proudly offers them as our standard hardshell case for open-back models, and it’s a choice rooted in trust, not trend.
Sure, there are sleeker options out there, from lightweight gig bags to flight-ready carbon fiber cases. But when it comes to everyday reliability, TKL remains a rock-solid choice. For players who value function over frills and want peace of mind every time they zip up and head out, it’s hard to beat.
If you’re building out your banjo accessories, a good hardshell case isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a necessity. Your banjo deserves to be well-protected, and TKL has proven time and again that they’re up to the task.
You can pick one up directly through our store here:
👉 TKL Open-Back Banjo Case – Buy Now
A case for TKL isn’t hard to make. In fact, the case makes itself—every time you carry your instrument safely from one jam to the next.
