Members lowbasslowbass Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 Hello. What straps do you prefer for bass? Have you found the perfect comfortable strap for you? Please feel free to post links and pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members beav2k2 Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 I've got about 10 different Ernie Balll Nylon straps that go on anything that has strings. I dig 'em Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members illidian Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 Steve "Dude" Barr sells The Perfect Strap by Brooklyn gear. Cost is $50 plus $4 shipping. Comes in Medium, Long, and Extra Long. LINK HERE If I had heavy basses or I wasn't so cheap, I would get one. But I've got some crappy nylon 2" strap that works for me and I play a fairly light bass, so I don't notice it much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JC Bass Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 I use these almost exclusively now: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SpaceGhost Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 Originally posted by illidian Steve "Dude" Barr sells The Perfect Strap by Brooklyn gear. Cost is $50 plus $4 shipping. Comes in Medium, Long, and Extra Long. LINK HERE If I had heavy basses or I wasn't so cheap, I would get one. But I've got some crappy nylon 2" strap that works for me and I play a fairly light bass, so I don't notice it much. Thanks for the link, I'm going to have to pick one of those up. I've been using a black ernie ball nylon strap but it digs into my shoulders and I think "the perfect strap" would help stop that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members L-1329 Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 The last couple I've bought are Levy's. Good thick and semi padded leather, and nice and wide. I play some heavy basses, and for extended sessions a good strap is a neccessity! The wider the better also... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members illidian Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 Originally posted by SpaceGhost Thanks for the link, I'm going to have to pick one of those up. I've been using a black ernie ball nylon strap but it digs into my shoulders and I think "the perfect strap" would help stop that. They look attractive and Dude sells top-notch stuff. If you have any questions, contact him or post on the Dudepit message board . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members sunburstbasser Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 I don't like the ends on EB straps. Too thin on many. I use Levys now, though the leather Martin straps are my favorite ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members niomosy Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 I've got a Comfort Strapp. Comfy for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bleepo Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 both of my main 5ers have 3" planet waves polypropelene straps. $5 each, and durable/comfortable. One bass has an ebay special that sucks, and another has a 2" levys extra long mesh strap. If I need another strap, it'll be the planet waves 3" again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Bassin' 'Round Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 Take a gander at www.EyelandEnterprises.com , especially the "BassClef" strap. I've got one & also a "Liverpool." Both are top notch hand-made quality. Seriously nice, seriously comfortable, super well-padded. The "BassClef" is a little pricey but definately worth it. And for value, well...the "Liverpool" is in a class of its own. $40 is almostly obscenely low for what you get. I just hope they don't read this, they'd probably raise the prices, ha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Incubitabus Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 Originally posted by iualum The "BassClef" is a little pricey but definately worth it. looks like they call it an "Xtra Clef" now... $89 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Incubitabus Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 Like many here, I use EB straps, but not because of the quality or comfort, but rather, because I'm 6'6" tall, and its the only strap i've found long enough to hold my bass at a comfortable height on my body. Does anyone know of a better strap company that makes a longer wide strap? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jazz Ad Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 Tobaggo leopard style. Funky baby ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members conk97 Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 my strap is the 2nd from right (skull) http://img3.musiciansfriend.com/dbase/pics/products/36/365230.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jazz Ad Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 I used a Slider Strap for a while.They're really comfortable and good on the back but annoying to put on. Also, they're not very resistant. The leather buck broke after barely a year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Craken Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 As long as its leather im happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jazz Ad Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 Originally posted by Craken As long as its leather im happy. You dirty boy ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Craken Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 Originally posted by Jazz Ad You dirty boy ! Leather, or PVC with metal spikes im not fussy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TCEDDIA Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 My Moody strap is a work of art. Great color combinations (mine is black and blue). They're expensive but will last a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jazz Ad Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 Originally posted by TCEDDIA My Moody strap is a work of art. Great color combinations (mine is black and blue). They're expensive but will last a lifetime. You have pics of that ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Members phatster Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 NEOTECH;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Undertoad Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 I have three Comfort Strapps but they do require straplocks IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Subsonicbass Posted July 17, 2005 Members Share Posted July 17, 2005 Stock "must-have" Levy's padded garment leather strap. and Levy's 3.5" Comfort weave strap. Dunlop Strap-Locks on both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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