Concert Design Gig Stool

chris1125 · #1 08-08-2011, 10:11 PM

I've always wanted one but don't quite have the cash to buy new, if anyone has one pm me with price and details. Local would be great but shipping is an option too. I don't need upgrades, actually I'd prefer no backrest or foot rest. Standard height and any seat shape is fine. Both the c4 and c5 models look fine to me. I'd also be willing to drive a couple hours. I'd be willing to meet in Cleveland, Pittsburgh or Buffalo if more convenient.
Thank you

chris1125 · #2 08-11-2011, 11:36 AM

Bump, I could spend maybe $400 or trade a nice bow for it...

chris1125 · #3 08-14-2011, 08:50 PM

Might be interrested in simialer stools of different brand as well.

crowsmengegus · #4 09-01-2011, 10:06 PM

There are lower priced alternatives that will do the job just as well....

How about this one:

Wenger | Ensemble Stool

Or one of these if you feel like spending less money:

https://www.schooloutfitters.com/cat...cts_id/PRO3366

They all have adjustable legs, you could put a cushion on them for less than $20, rubber foot tips for less than $5 and they've got a wide ring at he bottom for yer feet. I've got the wenger myself and I don't think I'll ever need a different one unless stool technology somehow makes an sudden leap into the future!

Matt Medlock · #5 09-02-2011, 10:09 AM

I hate to disagree, but I just looked at the links you provided and I have to say there is no way they compare to the comfort and durability of a concert design gig stool. Yes, they're unbelievably expensive, especially with the exchange rate not being very good right now. But, this guy has thought through everything. I spent a half hour on the phone with him as he asked me all sorts of questions from my height and weight to what options I wanted. One thing I would say is don't get the swivel option. It adds a ton of weight and makes the stool really top heavy. I used to have back problems but since I bought the stool my back is much better.

crowsmengegus · #6 09-02-2011, 12:57 PM

Well, I guess we agree to disagree. I've sat on a concert design, and besides a butt cushion and very sleek appearance, it differs in feel very little from the stools I posted (for me). One can add a nice cushion to any of the stools I posted for less than $30.

As far as options are concerned, we're talking about footstools and backs, right? If you want a back on your stool, okay, but footstools can be added for cheap as well.

As far as durability goes, the Wenger has a 10 year warranty, and I know a guy who's been using a wenger chair for over 20 years and it hardly shows the wear. The cheaper stools I don't know about...

Hqubed · #7 09-02-2011, 01:08 PM

Chris,
Tak a look at these:

My son one of the above and it is perfect. Have carried to concerts and events without much effort as it folds down easily (even eaiser with out the back which is removable).
K&M STEHHILFE - Thomann UK Cyberstore

There is also BERGERAULT CHAIR DOUBLE BASS PLAYER 1125 - Thomann UK Cyberstore A lot more $ and not as transportable but still significantly less then what you had referenced.

I have ordered from Thomann before and all has gone well, shipping is fixed at 30 EUR (about $45 on today's exchange) and I have not found a better price even with the shipping cost. Or there is one in the classifieds with is up in Cleveland but it is priced a little on the high side IMHO.

chris1125 · #8 09-02-2011, 01:20 PM

I've tried the wenger, I'm sort of a big guy and it feels almost shaky to me at times, when they get a few years old they start creaking and while a cusion sounds like a good idea, I find the but cradle is a bit to high. It adds 3 inches or so to the height of the stool. I could adjust the stool down but then the footrest is awkward. I've tried all these things and once I sat on a gig molto for a moment and I was suprised at the comfort, then when I went to pick it up I was shocked by how light it was, it's almost like the perfect stool haha
As far as the foldeable things, I don't like the design, feel or inconvenience of carrying two pieces and a bass.

In the mean time, I'll keep looking for the right used one untill I can come up with the money to buy new. Not looking for the swivel, backrest or additional footrest so that's not an issue.

Thanks guys!

Matt Medlock · #9 09-03-2011, 08:29 AM

I've tried the K&M but not the other. Although it is more comfortable than the Wenger it is still extremely heavy and not really practical as a gig stool

**Francois Blais** · #10 11-02-2011, 06:22 PM

Still looking?

chris1125 · #11 12-20-2011, 11:32 AM

Yes, would also trade a nice bow or electric bass.