Stools-- (the kind you sit on)

[drurb]

I'm thinking of returning to playing on a stool as I did decades ago. Hey, I'm getting old and it'd be nice to sit. Yes, I know there were threads a while back about this but surely the market has changed. Given my height, the usual 29" bar stool just doesn't cut it. Seems like 30-31" would be the ticket. What are your favorites?

[Ed Fuqua]

Jaco only needed 3 legs....

[drurb]

Originally Posted by Ed Fuqua

Jaco only needed 3 legs....

...and where is he now?

[Stingray_EB]

Those Ampeg bar stools look pretty cool.

http://www.cyrk.com/ampeg/Product.as...3QD2BMDD2SLN3Q

Cheap too.

[notduane]

I've been meaning to get one (for practice).

I'm 6'4" and noticed that (where else?) "barstools.com" has a good "Extra Tall" selection.

(kinda' pricey though).

[jtlownds]

I really like Lemur's ergonomic stool. It is infinitely adjustable to any height you want, folds up completely flat, and has a well placed foot rest. I would however, like a little more padding for my ancient boney butt than this model provides.

[rdmjazz]

I use a Roc-N-Soc stool, it's very comfortable.

[drurb]

Thanks for the suggestions. The last time I looked around, some folks were touting these Quik-Lok stools. Anybody here tried them?

[drurb]

Originally Posted by rdmjazz

I use a Roc-N-Soc stool, it's very comfortable.

Seems these only extend to 29". No?

[peterpalmieri]

Originally Posted by rdmjazz

I use a Roc-N-Soc stool, it's very comfortable.

I use one of these in my practice room, it is by far the most comfortable stool I've ever owned. I never did measure the height but I think it is the standard 29".

In any case if you could somehow retro fit that comfy drum thrown on a taller stool or modify the design you'd be sitting pretty!

[mheintz]

Originally Posted by jtlownds

I really like Lemur's ergonomic stool. It is infinitely adjustable to any height you want, folds up completely flat, and has a well placed foot rest. I would however, like a little more padding for my ancient boney butt than this model provides.

I own this and would not recommend it. Mine tends not to stay in position and the seat tends to bend forward. Not terrible. Perhaps good for gigs and better than a bar stool, but not as nice as the Roc-n-Soc.

[rdmjazz]

Not sure what heights Roc n Soc make. I use a 26".

Here is another link, they make a gas lift for their thrones that will go 25-35". Kinda pricey though.
http://www.soundseat.com/models.html#gaslift

[MisterV619]

Originally Posted by rdmjazz

I use a Roc-N-Soc stool, it's very comfortable.

My vote goes to Roc-N-Soc as well.

[Bass]

You may wish to consider one of these:

[wdave]

Here's another option. A little pricey though, and not especially portable.
http://www.soundseat.com/models.html

Make sure you get the fold out foot rest. (Down about the middle of the page)
http://www.soundseat.com/accessories.html

I have one, but only use it at home for practicing. If I had a roadie, I'd surely take it on gigs.
Dave Little

[LowDown Hal]

Originally Posted by Bass

You may wish to consider one of these:

can you put a hitch on that and trailer a full-stack

[WillBuckingham]

Originally Posted by drurb

Thanks for the suggestions. The last time I looked around, some folks were touting these Quik-Lok stools. Anybody here tried them?

I have one. It's very poorly made. Rattly, unstable, shaky, and the seat cover started wearing through after about a week of use. It's also heavy, but I would have been willing to deal with the weight if it were well built.

[JeffKissell]

I am using this:
http://www.qwikseat.com/
It's pretty comfortable, lightweight, study & portable. It will go higher than 30". I have a friend who plays keyboards and is 6'5". He uses the Lemur / Quik Loc stool and it seems to work great for him.
-J

[txstatebass]

Don't know how to post a link yet, But I just picked this up (see title) from Musicians Friend for $50. 9 different height options and a back rest and foot rest. Seems pretty durable. Heavy though, added one more trip to the load in.

[bpclark]

I've got one of these K&M stools (without the back rest) It's kind of pricey and not very portable, but very comfortable, height adjustable, and well built.