HC stands for Howard Core, the industry's leading manufacturer/distributor in the US. This line of cases is made in China to their specifications. The emphasis is on high value and light weight. These cases are sold in literally hundreds of violin shops around the world. Continuous efforts are made to improve the durability, reliability and value of each model to ensure customers are well served by these models for years. These models have a 1 year warranty for defects in workmanship and parts.

Models 550 and 575 have some appealing discounts at this time. See below:

Model 398 Crescent Model. NOTE THE DIFFERENCES IN FEATURES BETWEEN THE TWO COLORS. Wood shell construction, cordura cover with music pocket. Two Hill-style bowholders, two accessory pockets with polished metal pulls, hygrometer, and convenient shoulder rest storage under the instrument’s neck (Blue color case). Includes instrument blanket. 4/4 only. 4 Pounds. Red has been discontinued.

Oblong Model 550. Sturdy wood construction. Exterior features screw-attached cover with full-length music pocket, rain flap, comfortable leather carry handle, & pull handle. Backpack straps also included. Attractive two-tone interior features two accessory pockets, electronic multi-function hygrometer, humidifier, four bowholders. 7 pounds.

This model offered in:
Black Exterior with Olive Interior
Black Exterior with Wine Interior
Blue Exterior with Blue Interior

Oblong Model 575. Sturdy wood construction. Exterior features screw-attached cover with full-length music pocket, rain flap, comfortable leather carry handle, & pull handle. Attractive two-tone interior with quilt-stitched padded instrument bed, three large accessory pockets with metal pulls (two of these pockets have clear see-through panels), electronic multi-function hygrometer, humidifier, and rope accents. Four bowholders. 4/4 only. 7.5 pounds.

Two colors are on sale right now. The Black exterior with Gray interior, and the Brown exterior with Tan interior are now $129. Add this item to your cart, and select one of these colors. Then Click "recalculate" to see the price change.

This model offered in:
Blue Exterior with Blue Iinterior
Brown Exteiror with Tan Interior-Now $129
Black Exterior with Gray Interior-Now $129

Model 410. Lightweight foam construction, sturdy shell. Exterior features a zipper closure and ergonomic rubber grip carry handle. Plush padded interior features shoulder rest pocket, accessory pocket with metal pull, instrument blanket and two bowholders. 4/4 only. 4 pounds.

This model offered in:
Black Exterior with Black Interior

Value Oblong Model 399. Years of proven durability! This oblong, wood shell case has a cordura cover with full-length music pocket and a plush-lined interior with instrument blanket. Two bowholders and three accessory pockets. Zippered closure with latch, good strong hardware. Backpack straps and shoulder rest pocket, too! Terrific value! 4/4 - 1/16 sizes available. Weight: 4.50 lbs.

This model offered in:
Black Exterior with Black Interior

Oblong Model 500. A proven favorite, this suspension case is one of our best-sellers! Cordura screw-attached cover with rain flap and plush-lined interior with hygrometer, two large accessory pockets, and four Hill-style bowholders. Also includes string tube, instrument blanket, and shoulder strap. 4/4, 3/4, & 1/2 sizes available. Weight: 6.00 lbs.

This model offered in:
Black Exterior with Green Interior
Black Exterior with Wine Interior
Black Exterior with Blue Interior
Black Exterior with Tan Interior
Black Exterior with Black Interior

Oblong Model 525.The same quality exterior features as the 500, with an upgraded, European-style interior! Four Hill-style bowholders, hygrometer, three accessory pockets, instrument blanket, and string tube. You won't find a better value in a luxury case! 4/4 only. Lots of color options! Also available with a black leather exterior. Weight: 7.00 lbs.

This model offered in:
Black Exterior with Blue Interior
Black Exterior with Olive Interior
Black Exterior with Tiger Stripes Interior
Black Exterior with Wine Interior

Model 430. Strong fiberglass shell, well-padded interior. Zippered accessory pocket, two bowholders, and velcro straps to secure shoulder rest. Nine colors from which to choose! 5.5 Pounds. 4/4 only.

This model offered in:
Mediterranean Blue Exterior with Charcoal Interior
Emerald Green Exterior with Charcoal Interior
Lively Lavender Exterior with Charcoal Interior
Citrus Orange Exterior with Charcoal Interior
Blush Pink Exterior with Charcoal Interior
Siren Red Exterior with Charcoal Interior
Sterling Silver Exterior with Charcoal Interior
Bubbly Champagne Exterior with Charcoal Interior
Canary Yellow Exterior with Charcoal Interior

Model 809 Fiber Composite. Carbon composite contoured shaped violin case, black. This unique case features two combination locks and detachable leather carry handle. Black leather-trimmed interior with two bowholders, large removable zippered accessory pocket, and shoulder rest holder. Includes backpack straps and instrument blanket.4/4. Weight 4.2 lbs.

This model offered in:
Black Exterior with Charcoal Interior

Model 801 Shaped crescent fiberglass violin case, gray grain pattern. Black interior featuring two bowholders, accessory pocket, and shoulder rest holder. Includes backpack straps and instrument blanket. 4/4. Weight 5.95 lbs.

This model offered in:
Gray Grain Exterior with Charcoal Interior
Red Flower Exterior with Charcoal Interior
Black Flower Exterior with Charcoal Interior
Black/White Checker Exterior with Charcoal Interior
Blue/Black Exterior with Charcoal Interior

Economy Dart Model 397. Re-designed! Cordura cover with music pocket, zipper closure. Suspension interior with accessory pocket and two bowholders. Backpack straps included. Lightweight! All sizes available from 4/4 - 1/16. 3 Pounds.

This model offered in:
Black Exterior with Blue Interior

Thermoplastic Shaped Model 402 Top quality thermoplastic violin case with shoulder rest compartment! Two bowholders, accessory pocket, plush interior. 4/4 Only. 4 Pounds.

This model offered in:
Black Exterior with Black Interior
Black Exterior with Wine Interior

Model 805 Fiber Composite. Fiber-composite contoured oblong violin case, black. Carbon weave exterior with black interior featuring two bowholders, zippered removable accessory pocket, and shoulder rest holder. Includes backpack straps and instrument blanket. 4/4. Weight 4.95 lbs.

This model offered in:
Black Exterior with Charcoal Interior
Red with Charcoal Interior
Blue Exterior with Charcoal Interior

Model 475. Wood shell construction. Brown and black checkerboard pattern exterior w/ screw-attached cover has full-length music pocket and latch flap. Suede interior with attractive paisley pattern has two large accessory pockets w/ metal pulls, four bowholders, string tube, instrument blanket and humidfier. 5 Pounds. 4/4 only.

This model offered in:
Brown/Black Checker Exterior with Brown Interior

Value Dart Model 399. Years of proven durability! This shaped, wood shell case has a cordura cover with music pocket and a plush-lined interior with instrument blanket. Two bowholders and an accessory pocket. Zippered closure with latch, good strong hardware. Backpack straps and shoulder rest pocket, too! Terrific value! 4/4 - 1/16 sizes available. Weight: 3.50 lbs.

This model offered in:
Black Exterior with Black Interior