Gard Bags have long been a favorite among musicians at all levels needing quality protection at a reasonable price. The Gard 62 Mid-Suspension Tuba Bag loads from the top fitting up to a 19.5-inch bell and instrument height up to 37-inches. Like all Gard Bags, the Mid-Bag Suspension series features a water resistant nylon or buffalo leather exterior, rugged zippers, soft interior flap to protect the instrument from the zipper, and backpack straps. The Mid-Bag Suspension series builds upon the popularity of Gard's other bags, but adds another level of protection. In ordinary bags, the tuba rests tightly against the sides of the bag. If dropped, the protruding parts are likely to be dented.