Protection Racket cases new conga cases fit where they touch. The new shaped cases have been completely re-designed are now available in 10” Requinto, 11” Quinto, 11.75” Conga, 12.5” Tumba and 14”Super Tumba sizes.

These well-cushioned conga cases provide plenty of protection for your prized percussion instruments. Saving them from dents and scratches whether you are out and about on the road or simply storing them when not being used. They have padding in all the areas you need it to be and the conga shape of the cases means the fit is snug and the drum does not move around.

Getting your conga in and out of the bag couldn’t be easier. The heavy-duty nylon zips are large and easy to use; with one all round the top and one from top to bottom. All the cases come with padded rucksack straps, ergonomic carrying handle and two side handles at the lid providing a variety of ways to carry your drums comfortably.

As you would expect with any Protection Racket case, they are made of highly durable, lightweight materials, Racketex, Propadd and Propile. They are waterproof and stable in extreme climate conditions and come with really useful pockets.

Prices range from £81.99/$131.99 for the Requinto through to £92.99/$149.99 for the Super Tumba.

To find out more please visit their website at www.protectionracket.co.uk.

Keith Carlock joins the illustrious Protection Racket roster choosing to use their cases to protect his drum kit and gear.

Keith is well known for being one of the most versatile and in-demand drummers in the world. His list of credits includes some of the biggest artists on the planet and these include Sting, The Blues Brothers, Steely Dan, Oz Noy, Diana Ross and many, many more. He has been described as an impeccable, creative musician who is powerful as well as sensitive, lightening fast and graceful with it. This summer he can be seen touring Europe with Rudder and Japan with legendary guitarist Larry Carlton.

Protection racket cases have always stood out from the crowd rather than be a part of it. They have made their name by being tough, light and very durable which is why so many drummers chose to use them. They have been described as quality protection for drums, ingeniously designed whilst also good to look at. You will be able to see Protection Racket cases on tour throughout the year at all major festivals and gigs across the globe.

Keith joins other recent new Protection Racket endorsees including Peter Erskine, Abe Laboriel Jnr, Clem Burke and Elbow’s Pete Jupp.

To find out more about the seriously cool stuff Protection Racket has to offer all drummers visit www.protectionracket.co.uk.

Protection Racket proudly welcomes Grammy award winning Peter Erskine to the Family. Peter is a world-renowned highly skilled session drummer in a wide and varied number of musical settings including big band, jazz-rock / fusion groups, theatre, dance, film and television.

Peter is famous for his dedication to time keeping and recognised by his refined rhythms, individual fills and powerful solos. So much so that readers of Modern Drummer have now voted Peter Jazz Drummer of the year an amazing ten times. He was a member of the jazz-fusion band, Weather Report and has worked with many famous artists including Steely Dan, Kate Bush and Joni Mitchell.

Protection Racket cases provide lightweight and tough protection on the road, perfect for busy hardworking drummers like Peter. They all come with ergo dynamic grab handles, sturdy straps, strong chunky zips and soft fleecy linings. They keep your drums warm in cold weather, dry when it rains, ding & scratch free when on the move and even polish you’re drums whilst in transit!

To find out more about the Protection Racket range and their endorsees visit www.protectionracket.co.uk.

Protection Racket proudly welcomes eight more amazing drummers to the Family. The new endorsees music represents a whole range of different genres including, rock, heavy metal, rap and pop.

Percussionist Chris Fehn, from the iconic metal band Slipknot, is one of the latest to enjoy the soft security offered by Protection Rackets tough lightweight cases.  Drumming legend, Clem Burke with a long and varied career, which includes Blondie, Bob Dylan and the Eurythmics, also joins this roster of world-class drummers. Then there is Richard Jupp from the well-established English rock band Elbow, Dane Campbell with the up and coming Welsh punk rockers, Straight Lines, and American session drummer Todd Demma currently playing with Avril Lavigne.

With Protection Racket’s universal appeal to drummers of all genres they have also signed drummer Chris Bond who plays with critically acclaimed acoustic singer/songwriter Ben Howard, whose album last year reached the top 10 in the UK charts and has since gone global. Also joining the artist list are Luke Harris and Jesse Grant – who play with Wretch 32 and Devlin respectively, both part of the Grime Collective rap scene. Last but not least is the accomplished music professional, Mike Pitman of the groove based metal band Xerath.

These new endorsees join a top-notch roster of globally renowned drummers including Abe Laboriel (Paul McCartney), Ian Matthews (Kasabian) and Ronnie Vannucci (The Killers). They, like many other drummers feel safe in the knowledge that they have some of the most uncompromising protection for their precious kits.

To find out more about the Protection Racket range and their endorsees visit www.protectionracket.co.uk.

Protection Racket is delighted to welcome Paul McCartney’s drummer, Abe Laboriel Jnr as an endorsee.

Abe Laboriel Jnr is one of the most sought after session drummers in the world. He has worked a mind-blowing list of artists from nearly every musical genre including Paul McCartney, Sting, Eric Clapton, Steve Vai, Sheryl Crow and Seal. This has allowed him to showcase his incredible versatility and depth as a musician. He is one of the most respected drummers in the world and known for his big sound, his dynamic stage performances and his ability to play really well known material, put his own spin on it and make it sound fresh and exciting.

Abe was impressed by the Protection Racket’s drum cases’ which though incredibly lightweight, are built to withstand the rigors of the tour, and protect his precious kit. They are easily transportable with practical carry handles and tough zips and fasteners. To find out more about the Protection drum case range and their endorsees visit www.protectionracket.co.uk.

Protection Racket is proud to welcome nine more endorsees to their drum case family.

Covering a whole diverse rang of music genres, the new endorsees include bands from the Heavy Metal, Rock, Soul, Hip Hop and Electro scenes.

Newest endorsee is Charlie Benante, the double kick demon from Anthrax. He is joined by Stuart Wilkinson currently playing with Lissie, Mat Hector who works with Thomas Dolby and Josh Morgan of the Subways. Other new endorsees include Blake Davies from Turbowolf, Jamie Nicholls, the new member of My Passion and Samson Jatto known for his work with Maverick Saber. Then there is Simon Tellier busy with Tynchy Stryder and independent drummer Dave Elitch who has recently been playing with Mars Volta and at the London Drum Show.

The new endorsees join their roster of world-class drummers including Ian Paice (Deep Purple), Nick Mason (Pink Floyd), Ronnie Vannucci (The Killers) and many more.

Protection Racket’s road tested drum cases are uncompromising in their ability to safeguard your precious kit, yet are lightweight and easy to transport. To find out more about the Protection range of maximum protection and their endorsees visit

http://www.protectionracket.co.uk/index.asp.