PRS ATA Multi-fit Molded RH D1 Electric Guitar Hardshell Case - Black

PRS ATA Multi-Fit Molded D1 Electric Guitar Hardshell Case – Black | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls

The PRS ATA Multi-Fit Molded D1 Case is the most serious guitar protection PRS offers — a high-impact ABS exterior built to military and ATA specification, shock-absorbent EPP foam interior (the same material used in Formula 1 car seats, motorcycle helmets, and infant car seats), TSA-friendly proprietary zip-tie channel latch system, ergonomic injection-molded handle, black plush lining, two hinged accessory compartments, and molded-in stacking points — all at 40% lighter than a traditional tolex case. Weighing 11.20 lbs. as measured at our store, measuring 41.5" long, 17.5" wide, and 6.25" thick, the D1 protects a comprehensive range of PRS Core, Bolt-On, S2, and SE models in a custom-fit nest and neck cradle designed with PRS's own engineering team. Manufacturer Part Number 106529::002:001.

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Product Overview

Guitar cases occupy a spectrum from decorative storage to genuine instrument protection — and the PRS ATA Multi-Fit Molded D1 sits firmly and unambiguously at the serious protection end of that spectrum. Every material and design decision in the D1 is oriented toward one goal: keeping a PRS guitar safe through the most demanding transport situations that a working musician encounters, including airline travel where guitars face the specific hazards of checked baggage handling, pressure changes, and temperature fluctuations.

The ABS exterior's military and ATA (Air Transport Association) specification is the certification that matters for serious touring and travel use — ATA spec defines the impact, vibration, and environmental resistance requirements that a case must meet to be certified for repeated airline transport without failure. The high-impact ABS exterior meets and exceeds these requirements, providing a rigid shell that absorbs and distributes impact energy before it can reach the instrument inside.

The EPP (Expanded Polypropylene) foam interior is the specification that most directly protects the guitar from the impacts that the exterior shell doesn't completely absorb. EPP is specifically engineered to absorb and dissipate kinetic energy from impacts — the same material properties that make it the preferred foam in safety-critical applications like F1 racing seat inserts, motorcycle helmets, and infant car seats. Inside a guitar case, EPP foam surrounding the instrument absorbs the energy of impacts and drops that the ABS shell transmits, keeping the guitar stationary and cushioned regardless of what happens to the outside of the case.

The TSA-friendly zip-tie channel latch system is the practical travel feature that eliminates the constant frustration of traditional locking mechanisms — conventional locks either require TSA keys (which airlines and TSA sometimes cut rather than use), can be broken or destroyed during inspection, or create delays and complications. The D1's zip-tie channel system allows a standard zip tie to secure the latches in a way that TSA agents can break and replace without damaging the case hardware — a genuinely TSA-friendly solution that keeps the case secure without creating inspection problems.

The custom-fit nest and neck cradle designed with PRS's engineering team ensures the guitar is held precisely at the correct contact points and angles within the case — not a generic foam cutout that approximately fits PRS shapes but a purpose-designed interior that positions the guitar correctly for maximum protection and minimum movement during transport. The D1's multi-fit design accommodates a comprehensive range of PRS models across the Core, Bolt-On, S2, and SE series without requiring model-specific cases for each instrument.

The 40% lighter weight compared to traditional tolex cases is not a minor convenience detail — for traveling musicians who carry their instrument through airports, on and off stage, and between venues, the cumulative effect of a lighter case on fatigue and back stress over a touring schedule is meaningful and practical.

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Compatible PRS Models

Core: Charcoal Phoenix LTD, Custom 24, Custom 24 Floyd, Custom 24 Piezo, Custom 24-08, DGT, Mark Holcomb, Mark Tremonti, McCarty, McCarty 594, McCarty 594 Singlecut, Modern Eagle V, Paul's Guitar, Santana Retro, Special Semi-Hollow, Standard 24, Studio

Bolt-On: CE 22 LTD, CE24, CE24 Semi-Hollow, DW CE24 Floyd, CE 24 Special LTD, Swamp Ash Special, Swamp Ash Special Maple

S2: S2 Custom 24, S2 Custom 24-08, S2 McCarty 594, S2 McCarty 594 Singlecut, S2 McCarty 594 Thinline, S2 Special Semi-Hollow, S2 Studio, S2 Standard 22, S2 Standard 24

SE: SE CE 24, SE Custom 24, SE Custom 24-08, SE DGT, SE Mark Tremonti, SE McCarty 594, SE McCarty 594 Singlecut, SE McCarty 594 Singlecut Standard, SE Paul's Guitar, SE Santana, SE Standard 24-08, SE Swamp Ash CE24 Sandblasted, SE Swamp Ash Special, SE Zach Myers

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Ideal For

• Touring and traveling musicians who need ATA-spec airline-rated protection for their PRS guitar without the weight penalty of traditional tolex cases
• Players who want TSA-friendly latch security for air travel without the complications of conventional locking mechanisms
• PRS owners across the Core, Bolt-On, S2, and SE series who want the purpose-designed custom-fit nest and neck cradle that PRS's own engineering team developed
• Gigging musicians who want professional-grade protection at 40% lighter than traditional tolex for easier transport to stages, studios, and practice spaces
• PRS players in Idaho Falls looking for the most serious, specification-verified guitar protection case PRS offers for their instrument

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Key Features

ATA and Military Specification ABS Exterior
High-impact ABS shell built to the Air Transport Association and military impact, vibration, and environmental resistance specifications — the certification that matters for repeated airline transport.

EPP Foam Interior — F1 Car Seat / Motorcycle Helmet Material
Expanded Polypropylene foam absorbs and dissipates impact energy before it reaches the guitar — the same engineering material trusted in Formula 1 racing seats, motorcycle helmets, and infant car seats.

TSA-Friendly Zip-Tie Channel Latch System
Proprietary latch channel accepts standard zip ties for secure closure that TSA can break and replace without damaging case hardware — the genuinely TSA-friendly travel solution.

Custom-Fit Nest and Neck Cradle — PRS Engineering Team Design
Designed with PRS's own engineering team to position PRS guitars at the correct contact points for maximum protection — not a generic cutout but a purpose-designed interior for PRS guitar shapes.

40% Lighter Than Traditional Tolex Cases
Military-spec protection without the traditional weight penalty — meaningful fatigue and back-stress reduction for musicians who carry their instrument regularly.

Two Hinged Accessory Compartments
Two large internal hinged compartments safely store cables, tuners, straps, and other accessories alongside the guitar.

Powder-Coated Hardware with Rounded Latch Housings
Heavy-duty hardware treated for longevity — rounded latch housings divert impacts away from the latch mechanisms to prevent damage during rough handling.

Molded-In Stacking Points
Secure and stable stacking for storage in transit, at venues, and in retail environments — prevents cases from sliding or toppling when stacked.

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What's Included

• PRS ATA Multi-Fit Molded D1 Electric Guitar Hardshell Case (Black)
• Free standard shipping

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Technical Specifications

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Get Your Hands on This Case Today

The PRS ATA Multi-Fit Molded D1 Case is available now at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Stop in to pick one up or reach out online to order yours — ATA-spec protection, EPP foam interior, TSA-friendly latches, and 40% lighter than a traditional tolex case.