Members Symmetry2170 Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 Looking to get a set and I'm not sure which ones are most reliable. I know you have 2 basic designs, and a handful brands. I've used Schallers, but that was years ago and I had a bad experience with them ripping out and stripping the wood of the guitar. Dunlop, Schaller, Ernie Ball. The first and last being the same design more or less. What are your guys' experiences with them? Any of them more reliable than another? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members EADGBE Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 Schallers are the best. I've had Dunlops come loose. DiMarzios are strong but the strap hurts my shoulder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members cross.bones Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I've had schallers Grolsh and the Dimarzio clip lock straps and of those I much prefer the Cliplock's. And they are cheaper than a strap and straplocks for the whole package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Symmetry2170 Posted November 13, 2009 Author Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I've had schallers Grolsh and the Dimarzio clip lock straps and of those I much prefer the Cliplock's. And they are cheaper than a strap and straplocks for the whole package. I've used DiMarzio clip locks on my Ibanezes for years, but I'm getting a tele and want to get that plain strap look, yah know? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members orourke Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I've used Schallers, Dunlops those little plastic things and those leather strap things from back in the 70's. None of them are perfect. I lean toward Schallers because I've had a few instances were I thought my Dunlop was connected and it wasn't - So I watched my LP headstock bounce on the studio floor. The Schallers are a little better but you have to check the nut that holds them on, I've had it come off and almost cause a failure. The leather things back in the 70's were pretty good but it was a pain to take your strap off to put in the case. The little plastic disc things are alright but sometime the just fall off. The definitive strap lock has yet to be invented. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Symmetry2170 Posted November 13, 2009 Author Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I've used Schallers, Dunlops those little plastic things and those leather strap things from back in the 70's.None of them are perfect. I lean toward Schallers because I've had a few instances were I thought my Dunlop was connected and it wasn't - So I watched my LP headstock bounce on the studio floor. The Schallers are a little better but you have to check the nut that holds them on, I've had it come off and almost cause a failure.The leather things back in the 70's were pretty good but it was a pain to take your strap off to put in the case.The little plastic disc things are alright but sometime the just fall off.The definitive strap lock has yet to be invented. Right on. I just get worried that when I play out and get real into it, I'm going to rip the strap button right out of the guitar...which would be seriously unfortunate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members photon9 Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I think Schallers are the best, but lately I've been convinced that a good strap with nice thick leather at the ends is plenty secure enough for my purposes. I'm not thrashing around or spinning the guitar or playing behind my head so it's fine. Once I put a strap on I leave it on so they don't wear out too quick. Note that if you get a strap with thick leather ends you will have a little trouble getting schallers to fit on. Oh and whatever you do use the same screw that was on your guitar to put the button on or you will always have the risk of it stripping out. It's happened to me before too and I had to fill the hole and start over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members clay sails Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I used screw-in straplocks for years (different brands) but now I just use a Planet Waves locking strap -- it pops over the stock guitar strap nub and tightens down. Earlier Planet Waves models were a bit bulky, but they are making them much smaller now. Definitely worth looking into for $20. http://accessories.musiciansfriend.com/product/Planet-Waves-2-PLANET-LOCK-Strap?sku=580132 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ignatz Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I've got Marvel locks on my guitars. They're kind of similar to the Schaller system, but they don't stick up as much, which is a consideration if you've got one mounted on the back of a guitar (like on an SG). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Help!I'maRock! Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 i use leather end straplocks on my guitars that need them. i've installed them on at least 10 guitars over the years, and have them on 3 right now. they cost $3 each. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Symmetry2170 Posted November 13, 2009 Author Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 i use leather end straplocks on my guitars that need them. i've installed them on at least 10 guitars over the years, and have them on 3 right now. they cost $3 each. I've never heard of or seen those, before. Very cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members EJD Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I just use washers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JohnnyR Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 Very effective and free when you consider the included bonus beer.J.R. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members MahaloVision Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I've used the Dunlop Dual Design things on my bass, which is heavy enough to pull through most strap holes. Works great as long as you're sure it's latched. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Help!I'maRock! Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I've never heard of or seen those, before. Very cool. they're usually behind the counter at the local M&P gathering dust. i've had the same set on my Ibanez since 1995. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members photon9 Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 they're usually behind the counter at the local M&P gathering dust. i've had the same set on my Ibanez since 1995. I've used those too. They're not the prettiest but they are probably the least likely to fail. They are great as long as you are fine leaving your strap on forever. As I said above I have no issue with this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Help!I'maRock! Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I've used those too. They're not the prettiest but they are probably the least likely to fail. They are great as long as you are fine leaving your strap on forever. As I said above I have no issue with this. yep. never had one fail, each guitar has its own strap. i guess if you're thing is buying one really nice strap and switching from guitar to guitar, these aren't going to work for you. but i find that the regular old nylon adjustable ones work fine for me. i never seem to find the right setting on leather ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members caveman Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 It won't work with a stubby pin but it works great with a tall one.http://acapella.harmony-central.com/showthread.php?t=2420416 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Promit Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I like the Dunlops. Just make sure to grab some pliers and double check that they're tight every so often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members C-4 Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I've used the Dunlop mushroom-shaped strap-loks on all of my guitars with great success. Rather then attach the locking mechanism to the strap, I simply put the strap onto the button, and then attach the locking mechanism to the hole in the end of the button. This way, I can use any strap I want, and the strap is still locked to the button. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members buckethead99 Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I use the Dunlops and so far they have never failed me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JohnnyDD Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 $0.20 black rubber washers from hardware store. Like Grolsh method but larger washer with smaller hole. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vintage clubber Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 Looking to get a set and I'm not sure which ones are most reliable. I know you have 2 basic designs, and a handful brands. I've used Schallers, but that was years ago and I had a bad experience with them ripping out and stripping the wood of the guitar.Dunlop, Schaller, Ernie Ball. The first and last being the same design more or less. What are your guys' experiences with them? Any of them more reliable than another? I use Schallers. I've never had a problem with them coming out of the wood. Sometimes I do put a toothpick into the hole with the screw to get a tighter fit if it's not tightening down enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members noisebloom Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I'm a fan of the Grolsch grommets. I never have worries about new screws, Loktite, toothpicks, checking for tightness, or any of that. Finish your beer, pop off the grommets, put them on the strap posts and they work as long as you want them to. Lo-fi, no maintenance, and effective.You guys should seriously try it. All you're paying for is the beer. The strap locks are essentially free. And then you can go back to debating about Dunlop vs. Schaller if the Grolsch isn't your style. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Dougie.Douglas Posted November 13, 2009 Members Share Posted November 13, 2009 I like my Schaller locks, but at the moment, haven't got them on any guitar.. the screw is not chunky enough to fit in the pre-drilled hole of my Tele... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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