Guitar Straps, dunno what to buy |
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Guitar Straps, dunno what to buy |
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Sep 11 2008, 09:08 AM |
Hey guys, well I've been practicing standing up recently, and I have to say, it's a lot more fun than practicing sitting down and hurting my back(I tend to hunch when sitting). One problem has popped up though, my strap broke! Almost killed my guitar. So now I need a new one, and I have no idea what to look for, all I know is that I need a strap that won't slide around on my shoulder, it needs to help hold my guitar in place when I play, if that makes sense. Are there any good brands in particular I should be looking at? Thanks I dont know anything about brands but i have learned that you should not get the cheap ones..... but try maybe a leather strap..... -------------------- My Gear
Ibanez RG Jackson js30 warrior jackson rr24 Line 6 Spider III amp Line 6 pod xt live Washburn acoustic Youtube Account My bands Myspace |
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Sep 11 2008, 09:38 AM |
i use the planet waves joe satriani signature straps cause imo they just look cool... and i haven´t had any problem so far while playing.....
planet waves |
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Sep 11 2008, 10:05 AM |
I always buy the suede leather straps, the wide ones (approx 3 inches) the weight of the guitar is more even on my shoulder then and the strap doesnt feel like its cutting in, they seem to last a long time, one of mine is approx 8 years old now and still good as it always was, made by Levys. I`d also recomend a decent set of strap locks so when you take the strap on and off your not weakening and widening the strap button holes Confirmed! A wide leather strap is the way to go. -------------------- My bands homepage
All time favourites: B. Streisand - Woman in Love, M. Hopkin - Those were the days, L. Richie - Hello |
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Sep 11 2008, 10:39 AM |
I used a nylon strap for years and I thought it was ok, but then I got a leather strap and it's so much more comfortable! I'll never go back to the nylon one
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Sep 11 2008, 01:41 PM |
Hey guys, well I've been practicing standing up recently, Bend the knees, lean forward slightly, push with the thighs, being careful to stay balanced .... practicing to a metronome can be helpful too .. Sorry I have a couple of thick leather leather straps also: http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/MSS2Blk/ They are great - in general, leather is the way to go, apart from anything else, the slots for the strap buttons are a lot stiffer and way more secure as a result - no need for strap locks. -------------------- Check out my Instructor profile
Live long and prosper ... My Stuff: Electric Guitars : Ibanez Jem7v, Line6 Variax 700, Fender Plus Strat with 57/62 Pickups, Line6 Variax 705 Bass Acoustic Guitars : Taylor 816ce, Martin D-15, Line6 Variax Acoustic 300 Nylon Effects : Line6 Helix, Keeley Modded Boss DS1, Keeley Modded Boss BD2, Keeley 4 knob compressor, Keeley OxBlood Amps : Epiphone Valve Jnr & Head, Cockburn A.C.1, Cockburn A.C.2, Blackstar Club 50 Head & 4x12 Cab |
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Sep 11 2008, 07:06 PM |
I suggest getting a wide leather strap as well, but try not to get a cheap one. And when buying always look for the part where strap buttons should go - this should be of high quality, and the strap will always break here. I broke 2 straps this way, but on first one I did some heavy leather reinforcement so it served me well until I sold it with one of my previous guitars.
Also it is good to buy a strap locks, they are fairly cheap and you are rest assured that guitar will never slip off. -------------------- - Ivan's Video Chat Lesson Notes HERE
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Sep 11 2008, 10:58 PM |
Lots of people already said that but I will reinforce.
A good leather strap. It is a very good insurance against guitar falls. If you invest on a good guitar, this is a must! -------------------- my "Thank you GMC!" video
If you like it please vote in the competition ;-) Gus Stairway to Guitar Heaven - my practice agenda Check out my lesson here Phrygian Dominant Solo lesson Gear : Ibanez RGT320q (I just love the neck-thru sustain), Washburn EA-20SDL (acoustic 6 string), Standard strat (Mexico), POD X3 Live Some of my Guitar heroes: Jimmy Page, Slash, Kirk Hammett, Augusto Licks, Joe Satriani, Gus G, David Gilmour, Mark Knopfler... |
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Sep 12 2008, 09:57 AM |
Bend the knees, lean forward slightly, push with the thighs, being careful to stay balanced .... practicing to a metronome can be helpful too .. Sorry I have a couple of thick leather leather straps also: http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/MSS2Blk/ They are great - in general, leather is the way to go, apart from anything else, the slots for the strap buttons are a lot stiffer and way more secure as a result - no need for strap locks. We use all Levy too. Either this brown suede: http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/MS26Tan/ or the black version of it. And I have tea all over my screens. -------------------- Schecter C1 Hellraiser EMG 81/85, replaced with JB/Jazz (SH4/SH2n) w. coilsplit Schecter Revenger HB-105, replaced with EMG 81/85 Stratocaster Deluxe Players Noiseless Ibanez 2550z Blackstar HT5H, Blackheart BH5H w. BH112, Laney LX35D, Line6 Pod XT, Marshall MS-2 Headphones: Sennheiser RS120 Stay tuned... |
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Sep 12 2008, 10:25 AM |
Dunlop Grommet in Black - Hands down the best, cheapest and most awesome looking strap there is...
http://www.thomann.de/de/dunlop_strap_grommet_black.htm -------------------- Gear: - Jackson USA Select KV2 King V with EMG 81/85 - Gibson Les Paul Custom Arctic White with EMG 81/85 - Ibanez Rg 8527 J Custom 7-String with DiMarzio Evolution and Air Norton - Peavey 6505+ head with Marshall 1960AV 4x12 cab - Peavey Vypyr 30 Practice Amp - Dunlop Crybaby From Hell, Maxon OD808, Boss TU-2, MXR CarbonCopy, ISP Decimator, MXR Custom Audio Electronics Booster |
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Sep 12 2008, 12:39 PM |
Sorry about the screens and keyboards guys
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Live long and prosper ... My Stuff: Electric Guitars : Ibanez Jem7v, Line6 Variax 700, Fender Plus Strat with 57/62 Pickups, Line6 Variax 705 Bass Acoustic Guitars : Taylor 816ce, Martin D-15, Line6 Variax Acoustic 300 Nylon Effects : Line6 Helix, Keeley Modded Boss DS1, Keeley Modded Boss BD2, Keeley 4 knob compressor, Keeley OxBlood Amps : Epiphone Valve Jnr & Head, Cockburn A.C.1, Cockburn A.C.2, Blackstar Club 50 Head & 4x12 Cab |
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