Detail 01
4.25 in body depth
Fits shallow-body guitars only. Measure your guitar's side depth at the widest point before ordering.
Product detailSKU #1274115027149
SKBSKB-3 Economy Thin-Line Acoustic-Electric/Classical Guitar Case Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Hard-shell case shaped for thin-body acoustic-electrics and classical guitars. For players whose guitar is too shallow to sit safely in a dreadnought case.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Thin-line acoustic-electrics that swim in a standard dread case
- Classical and nylon-string guitars needing a shaped hard shell
- Regular gigging where a gig bag no longer feels like enough
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Dreadnoughts and jumbos — the 4.25 in depth won't close
- Players wanting a lighter, backpack-style carry
- Anyone needing flight-rated protection for checked baggage
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
15 in lower bout
Sized under a dreadnought's typical 15.5-16 in. A dread will bind at the waist and lower bout.
Detail 03
11.5 in upper bout
Matches classical and thin-line shoulders. A wide-shouldered jumbo won't seat properly.
Detail 04
40.875 in overall length
Full-scale guitars fit. Baritones and extra-long headstocks are worth measuring end to end.
Detail 05
22.375 in body length
Body must sit inside this run or the neck rides high and the lid presses on the headstock.
Detail 06
Shaped hard shell
Contoured interior holds the guitar in place, so it takes stacking and knocks better than a soft case.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure lower bout, upper bout and side depth on your own guitar first
- 02Economy line — expect basic latches and hardware, not touring-grade
- 03Strap and shoulder carry are not part of a hard case; plan for hand carry
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will a dreadnought fit in this case?
No. At 15 in lower bout and 4.25 in depth, this is cut for thin-body and classical guitars. Dreadnoughts are wider and considerably deeper.
02Does it fit a classical guitar?
Yes, it's built for classical as well as thin-line acoustic-electrics. Check your body length against 22.375 in to be sure.
03Is this safe to check on a flight?
It's a standard hard case, not a flight case. For checked baggage you want a case rated for that abuse.
04Will my acoustic-electric's output jack and preamp clear the interior?
Side-mounted preamps add width at the waist. Measure your guitar at the preamp before assuming clearance.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
3 detailsSize & weight
- Length
- 40.875 inch
- Body Depth
- 4.25 inch
- Body Length
- 22.375 inch
2 detailsOther
- Lower Bout
- 15 inch
- Upper Bout
- 11.5 inch
