Guitar Straps, dunno what to buy |
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Sep 11 2008, 09:08 AM
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QUOTE (RIP Dime @ Sep 11 2008, 10:06 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
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Sep 11 2008, 09:38 AM
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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.....
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Sep 11 2008, 10:05 AM
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QUOTE (Smells @ Sep 11 2008, 10:15 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
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Sep 11 2008, 10:39 AM
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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
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QUOTE (RIP Dime @ Sep 11 2008, 04:06 AM) 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
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Sep 11 2008, 07:06 PM
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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
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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! 
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Sep 12 2008, 09:57 AM
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QUOTE (Andrew Cockburn @ Sep 11 2008, 02:41 PM) 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
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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
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Sorry about the screens and keyboards guys
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