Best stands for basses

[.BumeStik.]

The Hercules stand are great...except for one thing. They make me uncomfortable hanging a 4 string with the HipShot on them. I don't like the way the HipShot has to bear most of the weight of the bass. Deal killer for me.

Thank you for mentioning that. That takes me out of the running for ordering the Hipshot since it would cost me WAY more to replace all my wall hangers...

 

[Not yet]

Just got a Hercules, it's great.

Any issues using w Nitro finish?

 

[Super_Mikey]

Where can I get a Hercules? Looks like they only sell them in Ct.


WWJP = What Would Jaco Play

 

[rhopper]

Mine (Ultimate) are very similar in design but without the pull-down lock (has a strap that works fine).

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These designs (any of the brands) are VERY stable to knock-overs and what I like is they fold into a small package. So all my main axes (not all my axes of them as that would be too expensive) have their own Ultimate stand where the hard case has been hollowed out so that each bass case comes with it's own stand, cord, strap, tools, batteries, strings etc. FOR THAT BASS!

I say this style is the best. The cheap style with the "U" holding up the bottom of the instrument don't fold up compact and have the stupid U thing sticking into everything. Hercules, ultimate, etc. are "best".

I am very happy with this one as well

 

[tastybasslines]

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I've had bad experiences with these if you have a bass with side jack.

 

[Smallmouth_Bass]

Stands that have the rotating wishbone that supports the body of the bass at the bottom don't usually work well with Jazz Bass shapes.

 

[Luckydog]

Stands that hang the bass from the headstock, particularly
#1- Hamilton
#2- Hercules

 

[Spent]

I've had bad experiences with these if you have a bass with side jack.

Really? I play Spectors, and they all have side jacks, never a problem. I mostly, but not always, use right angle 1/4" as well.

 

[Tomkat8]

If your in the market for a multiple stand.. This one by hercules is the most sturdy stand I've ever seen. Great for the house too.

 

[jd56hawk]

I had credit at a music store and couldn't make up my mind what to get so I decided to try the Hercules stand...I have an Epiphone Thunderbird Pro IV...figuring I could always return it if I didn't like. It's expensive but worth every dollar. I have mine adjusted so the bottom of my base is just touching the floor even though most people say hanging a guitar won't damage it.
I did want to buy this Quiklok stand though because it's designed for basses that don't sit right in traditional stands. The bottom cradle is adjustable.
$25 on ebay sounds like a good deal, too.

 

[mapleglo]

Mine (Ultimate) are very similar in design but without the pull-down lock (has a strap that works fine).

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These designs (any of the brands) are VERY stable to knock-overs and what I like is they fold into a small package. So all my main axes (not all my axes of them as that would be too expensive) have their own Ultimate stand where the hard case has been hollowed out so that each bass case comes with it's own stand, cord, strap, tools, batteries, strings etc. FOR THAT BASS!

I say this style is the best. The cheap style with the "U" holding up the bottom of the instrument don't fold up compact and have the stupid U thing sticking into everything. Hercules, ultimate, etc. are "best".

I just picked up the Ultimate Support GS-200, like yours only with the fold out lower support arms:

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I felt more comfortable with the stand supporting the bass at the bottom and the neck. The price was reasonable compared to the Hercules stands, which were at least double the $30.00 I paid.

 

[RocketMensch]

I use these. Holds two electric basses simultaneously, or one acoustic. Bass can't fall out.

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[tkonbass]

Another vote for this one http://www.herculesstands.com/guitars/GS414B.html. It's the only stand I'll use on stage.

 

[slareman]

I have both the Hercules single and multiple stands that have been mentioned earlier. Very stable and well made!

 

[Turock]

Hercules

Where can I get a Hercules? Looks like they only sell them in Ct.


WWJP = What Would Jaco Play

I got mine from Musician's Friend.

 

[dalkowski]

Any stand that says "Hercules" on it. Worth every penny. A guy I sometimes play with in church perches his sweet Gibson Firebird on a rickety 8-dollar tubular stand and I just scratch my head...

 

[Lefo UK]

Another vote for Hercules. Nicely balanced and I love the way the neck is held in place.

 

[vasilio]

I like the Hercules for my p-bass
Have to use traditional rubber band stand for my Danelectro ( skinny head stock )

 

[dalkowski]

Have to use traditional rubber band stand for my Danelectro ( skinny head stock )

Owner of my local mom & pop sez Hercs don't go friendly with Teles, either.

 

[collins81]

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I use this stand. Suprisingly it is alot sturdier than you would think.