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09-06-2010, 11:34 AM
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I was wondering if there was anyway I could stop the strap from murdering my neck. I've got a Fender Squier Precision Bass and, being my first (and being a rental), I don't know if it's supposed to hurt or not. I'm using just a regular guitar strap. Anyway, should I just suck it up, or get a different strap?
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09-06-2010, 11:42 AM
|  | The Dialogue // Bassicsgear
Endorsing Artist: Maxon (Godlyke), Dava Control | | Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Maryland | | | Should not hurt. I've had this happen and could not understand why. I would go get another strap asap and give away or throw away the current one. I always use Fender "vintage" style straps and have 4 extras from selling basses and the buyer not wanting the strap. I currently use an early 70's Fender strap and it's very comfortable. Hope that helps.
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09-06-2010, 11:43 AM
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09-06-2010, 11:43 AM
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Originally Posted by TheDialog  Should not hurt. I've had this happen and could not understand why. I would go get another strap asap and give away or throw away the current one. I always use Fender "vintage" style straps and have 4 extras from selling basses and the buyer not wanting the strap. I currently use an early 70's Fender strap and it's very comfortable. Hope that helps. | Thanks  I woulda kept playing and wondering why it hurt so much!
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09-06-2010, 11:54 AM
|  | Did I bite you yet? | | Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Jacotown - SEPA | | | For me, I did not need a padded strap as much as I needed a wider strap to get comfy. My advice is to look for one that is around 4" wide.
The first strap that I got that was really comfortable for extended periods of playing was the 3" wide from Planet Waves. Can be had for under 20 clams if you look around online although I recently learned (right here on TB!) that a 10 dollar strap and a old sock for padding also works.
I use an Italia 4" now and it is perfect, for me. As you are "renting" your bass, investing a bunch-o-dough in a strap might not be a good idea.
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09-06-2010, 11:59 AM
|  | Four on the floor | | Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: US Midwest | | Go for a nice thick moody strap. They're expensive but you'll never look back. http://www.moodyleather.com/
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09-06-2010, 08:33 PM
| | | | I use Franklin Leather for my guitar and bass. Double layer of soft leather in the appropriate width for the instrument in question. $50.00 for a bass strap and worth every penny.
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09-06-2010, 08:45 PM
| | | If you're looking for leather, Perri's has about the best bang-for-your-buck strap on the market. http://www.samash.com/p/3%2012%20Sof...lack_-49996906
I haven't tried the Neotech straps, so I can't make a fair comparison between the two. But as far as leather or suede straps go, this thing is amazing.
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09-06-2010, 09:32 PM
| | | | Sounds like you should give the wider strap a shot. I use $2 nylon straps and they always bug me, but used to 'em after so many years. My bro plays guitar and has a really wide expensive strap and it feels heavenly when I have to teach him his parts.
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09-06-2010, 09:41 PM
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09-06-2010, 09:42 PM
|  | Registered User | | Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: NYC | | | I'm thinking about getting a Mono Betty. They look solid - the Moody's look cool, but pricey and the comfort strapp was a little too bulky.
FWIW I'm ok w/ my 2" Planet Waves strap but if I play a lot it starts to hurt. I imagine that'll get worse w/ age . . . |
09-07-2010, 08:22 AM
| | Registered User | | Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Hanoi, Vietnam | | | I used to have the same problem.
i think u should try another strap, sth wider.
I'm using a DiMarzio clip lock 3inches and obviously my neck gets better.
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09-07-2010, 05:31 PM
|  | Billy K Registered User | | Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: North Bay Marin | | | +1 for the 4 in italia and they are doing a 2 for one sale now so jump on it dude
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09-07-2010, 10:26 PM
| | Registered User | | Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Winnipeg | | | Hit the gym...the stronger you get, the lighter your bass will feel. I've become strong from lifting heavy and barely even notice the weight of my bass. |
09-07-2010, 10:36 PM
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Originally Posted by deliciouspesto | +1 on the neotech mega strap. totally reduced the amount of stiffness i would get in my back after long sets. | | Thread Tools | Search this Thread | | | | 
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