Greg Clinkingbeard
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Double Bass Bass stool advice?
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Yes, you are right. The On Stage also does have a footrest. I chose the Stagg because the shipping weight was 8.8 lbs., and the stool/chair is lighter than that. The weight of the On Stage is about 9 pounds more.
Gollihur Lightweight Folding Performance Chair is absolutely fantastic and they have a more comfortable, sturdier, heavier and more expensive version as well.
i know you said you don't have a lot of scratch, but i have never once regretted the investment i made in the double trolley (Invalid Link Removed). it's expensive, and it's heavy. it also happens to be sturdy and no fuss, and i don't have to carry my bass AND a stool with me. i've had mine for four years, and i've only had to replace a part once (which the company owner, one of the bassists in gothenburg symphony orchestra replaced at no charge). again, heavy, and a little pricey, but you should have it on your consideration list.
After my squeaky metal drafting stool bit the dust I bought an unfinished poplar (much lighter than oak) stool. I drilled 2" screws through the legs and into the end of each crossbar, stained and sealed it. Then I drilled 13 1.5" holes through the top to take unnecessary weight off before bolting on a Roc-n-Soc seat. It is light, sturdy, very comfy, and after taking it to gigs for 9 years it still does not squeak!
The luthier I go to has worked in carbon fiber had the idea to make a stool using carbon fiber tubes. If he ever has time to do it I'll let you know.
The luthier I go to has worked in carbon fiber had the idea to make a stool using carbon fiber tubes. If he ever has time to do it I'll let you know.
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I saw a hack of an IKEA stool and decided to take it one step further. It wasn't inexpensive, but it was a fun and unique project.
I had a Pearl drum throne that I wasn't using, and the post was exactly the right diameter for the saddle (7/8"). The post wasn't long enough, so I went to a steel supply company and got an 18" length of steel tube. Maybe someday I'll have the post chrome plated, but it looks okay for now.
Instead of the Invalid Link Removed in the IKEA photo (not a Invalid Link Removed, as quoted, which would have been crazy overkill), I used a Invalid Link Removed, which has a lighter frame. The entire stool weighs about 8½ pounds, and it folds. Now it just needs to mold itself to my butt.
I had a Pearl drum throne that I wasn't using, and the post was exactly the right diameter for the saddle (7/8"). The post wasn't long enough, so I went to a steel supply company and got an 18" length of steel tube. Maybe someday I'll have the post chrome plated, but it looks okay for now.
Instead of the Invalid Link Removed in the IKEA photo (not a Invalid Link Removed, as quoted, which would have been crazy overkill), I used a Invalid Link Removed, which has a lighter frame. The entire stool weighs about 8½ pounds, and it folds. Now it just needs to mold itself to my butt.
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Greg Clinkingbeard
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Michael, playing bass will be just like riding a bike. 
Very creative.
I've been using the stool mentioned above for quite awhile. Although I really find it to be very comfortable and well made, it is quite heavy. That makes it inconvenient.
I just ordered one of these Adjustable-height Presenter's Seat - YouTube from Amazon for $50.
Assuming the seat is comfortable, my intention is to add an adjustable footrest made from a short length of pipe and U-Bolts.
Chairs like this are designed and marketed as 'ironing chairs'. Yes, to be used when ironing. Go figure.
Regardless, it looks like a reasonable 10# alternative with backrest.
Very creative.I've been using the stool mentioned above for quite awhile. Although I really find it to be very comfortable and well made, it is quite heavy. That makes it inconvenient.
I just ordered one of these Adjustable-height Presenter's Seat - YouTube from Amazon for $50.
Assuming the seat is comfortable, my intention is to add an adjustable footrest made from a short length of pipe and U-Bolts.
Chairs like this are designed and marketed as 'ironing chairs'. Yes, to be used when ironing. Go figure.
Regardless, it looks like a reasonable 10# alternative with backrest.
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Greg Clinkingbeard
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For anyone interested, searching for 'standing chair' and 'astronomy observation chair' produces some interesting results. Seriously, 'ironing chair' is new to me.
I look forward to your review.Michael, playing bass will be just like riding a bike.
I've been using the stool mentioned above for quite awhile. Although I really find it to be very comfortable and well made, it is quite heavy. That makes it inconvenient.
I just ordered one of these Adjustable-height Presenter's Seat - YouTube from Amazon for $50.
Assuming the seat is comfortable, my intention is to add an adjustable footrest made from a short length of pipe and U-Bolts.
Chairs like this are designed and marketed as 'ironing chairs'. Yes, to be used when ironing. Go figure.
Regardless, it looks like a reasonable 10# alternative with backrest.
The Amazon reviews by musicians were not good.
Amazon.com: Leifheit 71325 Niveau Chair, Chrome: Furniture & Decor
This one looks a little more comfortable.
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Greg Clinkingbeard
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You are quite right. I need a backrest for some lumbar support due to lower back pain when using a normal stool. My hope is that the Leifheit can provide some if the seat is raised. The slanting seat can possibly be fixed with a shim or two. Check this out: Invalid Link Removed
Greg Clinkingbeard
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The UPS guy delivered the Leifheit chair today and I almost thought the box was empty. This thing is light! Adjusting the seat to 30" puts the backrest (really a simple t-bar of plastic) right in the small of my back. It is surprisingly comfortable and should provide some lumbar support. The seat is well padded and covered in cotton fabric. It is held to the frame with three bolts into T-nuts. Using a longer bolt and four washers on the front bolt raised the seat to a near horizontal position and it feels pretty good. A note on the color choices. Only metallic silver and white are offered. I chose the silver which is a bit much so I disassembled it and gave it a coat of black spray paint. All in all, an hour's work. Really, for $50 it's a comfortable solution and quite lightweight. I recently tried the Lemur chair Invalid Link Removed and find the Leifheit to be at least as comfortable at 1/3 the price.
Only the best in bicycle seats for a bass stool
I certainly like the portability and light weight, but I'm still trying to determine whether it's going to work in the long term.
Part of that is letting the leather mold itself to my posterior, and I'm still fine-tuning the angle of the saddle. I do have to stand up occasionally, lest I suffer from sleepy-peepy syndrome. Having all of my weight on my butt with no support from pedaling legs is not what bicycle saddles were designed for. If it doesn't work out, I'll put the drum seat back on and use the saddle on a bicycle. At least it's now tall enough for DB use.
I use a cheap folding stool from Bed, Bath & Beyond. I removed the original thin padding, replaced it with one of those ButtCradle cushions and hacksawed a few inches off the legs (this because otherwise the stool would be a bit too high thanks to the thick padding of the BC.. I made it so that the rear legs are slightly longer too) so that when I sit my knees are bent about 45 degrees and my weight it centered over my sit bone. Very comfy solution, especially with the ButtCradle promoting good sitting posture.
Has weight been mentioned?
I had a folding stool that fell apart right on stage while I was playing a solo. It seemed to collapse slowly so my fall was not bad. I was playing sax at the time and just kept it in my arms as I went back. I'm afraid a bass might have gotten damaged in the same situation.
Usually these things have a weight limit under the stool as to the max-fat you can be
I was over the max-fat limit so I guess I had it coming
I had a folding stool that fell apart right on stage while I was playing a solo. It seemed to collapse slowly so my fall was not bad. I was playing sax at the time and just kept it in my arms as I went back. I'm afraid a bass might have gotten damaged in the same situation.
Usually these things have a weight limit under the stool as to the max-fat you can be
I was over the max-fat limit so I guess I had it coming
I have one of the Stagg stools Lemur sells with a Buttcradle pad...works great for me! Portable, lightweight, comfy, footrests at just the right height, collapsable, and the Buttcradle is a MUST, IMO, if you play sitting down. My buns thank Ashley Eidbo on a daily basis (the owner and maker of the Buttcradle)! I was on a stool hunt for quite a while...very satisfied with what I have now!
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Cheap, easy to use, comfortable, and no squeaks. As long as you don't mind the big yellow N, this is the best by far, and is better quality than most of the MUCH more expensive stools. Go for it, I use one.
Cheap, easy to use, comfortable, and no squeaks. As long as you don't mind the big yellow N, this is the best by far, and is better quality than most of the MUCH more expensive stools. Go for it, I use one.
