Well i have straplocks that i used for my old bass but they would not fit over the buttons of my current one so I used elastic bands, works just the same, no bother. What's the problem?
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How to keep your bass secure without strap locks?
- Thread starter chris1125
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Well i have straplocks that i used for my old bass but they would not fit over the buttons of my current one so I used elastic bands, works just the same, no bother. What's the problem?
Chris: I have a couple of extra sets of the Stew-Mac version of this Dunlop lock that pilgrim posted. PM a mailing address and I'll throw a pair into the mail for you.
TomCHunley
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Dunlops work for me...I usually only use them on the top strap button, since the strap pulls at a greater angle there. The bottom strap button is pretty safe for me, as I use straps that have relatively stiff ends.
This. I hate conventional strap locks, the metal on metal causes a ringing sound if you move around that I really hate. I bought a set of these years ago and still put them on whatever my current instrument is because they're quiet and don't require modification. They rock.
I don't understand the logic in not using a good set of straplocks! You spend 'x' amount of dollars on a bass, but you don't want to spend $15 on straplocks? If the rubber washers work good for you, that is great, but I wouldn't do it to save the money...
Rubber washers from hardware store.
I used to have Dunlop and Schaller, but hated the screeching, squeaking sound of these systems with metal parts.
The washers works great.
I used to have Dunlop and Schaller, but hated the screeching, squeaking sound of these systems with metal parts.
The washers works great.
I've used Schaller straplocks for many years, and have never experienced this - sure, they might make a tiny bit of noise that's noticeable while playing unplugged, but it isn't the least bit detectable while plugged in - and certainly not any "ringing"...
- georgestrings
Fender washers (car fenders, not guitar) work great for me. Just slip onto the button, then put the strap on it, then reinstall the whole works. An easy lock that won't fail you unless you rip the screw out of the body.
Doesn't work if you use a form fitting hardshell case, since the strap has to be removed to case the instrument...
- georgestrings
TomCHunley
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Do you mean these?
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I've been using them on two of my basses for over a year with no problems. My third bass has strap locks on it, but they come loose every so often.
Has anyone else had good (or bad) experiences with the locking straps? Are there other companies besides Planet Waves that make them?
Here's just that arrangement on the upper button (actually a screw-down knob) of my Gretsch 5123 hollowbody...and even though the button sticks into the padding inside the Road Runner case I bought, all I have to do is press the padding down where it sticks out.
georgestrings said:
I dont have any form fitting cases. I just use extra padding to keep the bass secure in the case, but still allows room for a leather strap.
