Has anybody bought this harp and transported it on an international flight without incurring extra baggage charges?
626687
I was worried about that as well....mainly the size, which even though small, looked as though it wouldn't fit. After I bought my first I was very concerned about that and the next time I flew (either American or United) I carefully inspected he size ......It would work. However, all the laws are changing and maybe the size inch wise would stop the problem. The overheads are definitely big enough. I understand that many professional musicians have flown with their Rees harps and it seems that they have been able to get on board. Another version of this answer is I have no proof to offer.
1181295
I am sorry to say, but as you see by the picture all are to big for standard luggage. the singing machine I believe has a smaller more compact itrm. but this one is too big for luggage. and might get broken too
378762
We have not ever tried to use it as a carry on, so I can't answer that part but we have checked it, fully extended & were not charged an oversize fee. Use zip ties in the extra holes, though, to prevent your rods getting broken should they decide to inspect it. It has worked out great for our offshore poles.
2071141
I have never used the case to take the guitar on a plane, however the case seems sturdy enough and of good quality, I would feel comfortable using it on a plane.
1613951
the case that this comes in is made in china but the harps are truley made in germany and are of the expexted quality I HAVE used for more than 35 years as a professional player don't worry just play and enjoy there rich tones they produce
1114632
Yes. Think it's actually better to do that. Otherwise the airline sees a big bag and makes you check it in as oversize luggage. This may have just been our experience with a particular airline but we were not happy to pay 100 euros!
1572346
Probably depends on the airline, but it is highly likely to be assessed an 'odd shaped baggage fee.' Also, as sturdy a unit as it is, there's still question as to whether it would survive the luggage handling. Bottom line is 'check with the carrier.'
1425668
Hi Jorge, don't remember exactly but I think it was less than 10 kg (think it was about 8 kg or so), so could bring it over to Singapore from US as accompanied hand carried baggage (had to check it in at the boarding gate for secure placement - retrieved like the wheel chairs etc, just before getting off the terminal ramp. So came intact with me to Singapore (have also to thank Singapore Airlines, have brought back a piano accordian the last time the same way! Hope this helps! BTW I brought back unopened the original packing of Amazon with guitar inside by this means!
705929
Absolutely. Have taken on many flights and it just barely fits within airline regulations, albeit only in the softcase that comes with it. If they give you a hard time, just insist that they measure it or just insist period. It is a musical instrument that shouldn't be stored in the belly of the plane (though it is sturdy enough I think it would survive just fine as long as it doesn't get crushed by shifting luggage) and it fits easily in the overhead compartments anyway. Like I said, I never had any problem and I've taken it even on international flights. No biggie.
140218
if you fly with it, don't check it, just carry on, both spirit air and southwest have allowed me to use this as a carry on, i tell them its an instrument and they are fine with it
2073489
I don't have this level of product knowledge. I personally would feel comfortable traveling domestically with this unit in checked bags. I don't have any information regarding international travel.
1541515
Case is sturdy, well made and instrument sits in it very snugly. It should travel well for you.
267582
Yes, but some smaller aircraft will require you to gate check this bag. I went to Russia and back with the bag weighing nearly 50 pounds and didn't have any issues until a commuter hop where I had to gate check. It was fine.
1026642
Hard for me to say since I don't play the harp, it may be too low. Also, it could wobble a bit with arm movement. Certainly it is portable and pretty comfortable. Hope that is helpful.
57228
I've flown with them domestically and internationally without any problems. I didn't pack them in a ziplock, just tucked in my carry on.
1774096
I've done both, checked and carry on. It fits in my international roller and there's no problem bringing it.
2243525
I used mine for a custom shop tele. It has been highly transported and flown without issue.