Detail 01
12 x 8 in.
Fits a 12 in. diameter tom that is 8 in. deep. Measure your shell before ordering; depth varies by kit.
Product detailSKU #1274228063859
Protechtor CasesProtechtor Elite Air Tom Case 12 x 8 in. Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A dedicated case for a single 12 x 8 in. rack tom. For drummers who move a kit regularly and want each drum protected separately.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Gigging drummers hauling a kit in and out weekly
- Protecting one 12 x 8 rack tom in transit
- Building a case set one drum at a time
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drummers with a 12 x 9 tom — the depth won't match
- Anyone wanting one bag for a whole kit
- Players whose kit never leaves the room
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
One drum per case
Covers a single tom. A full kit needs a case for each drum plus separate bass and snare cases.
Detail 03
Elite Air line
Protechtor's upper tier here, priced above their Classic tom case at the same 12 in. diameter.
Detail 04
$129.99 for one tom
Casing a four-piece kit this way runs several hundred dollars. Budget the whole set, not one case.
Detail 05
Black
Hides scuffs from van floors and stage wear better than lighter colors.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure shell depth, not just diameter — 12 x 8 and 12 x 9 are different cases
- 02Mounted tom hardware may need to come off before the drum fits
- 03Covers one tom only; the rest of the kit is unprotected
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my 12 x 9 tom?
No. This one is cut for a 12 in. diameter shell at 8 in. deep. A 12 x 9 tom needs the deeper case.
02Can I leave the tom mount on?
Depends on your mount. Low-profile lugs and brackets are usually fine; tall tom arms and rail mounts should come off first.
03Does it hold more than one drum?
No. It's sized to a single 12 x 8 tom. Stacking a second drum inside will stress the case and the shells.
04Is this enough for air travel?
It's built for transport, but checked baggage handling is rough on any drum case. For flying, look at cases rated for airline freight.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
