Multi Bass Stands?

[wave rider]

As a self confessed noodler o) with (many) more basses than talent, I find myself wanting a stand to hold a bunch of basses. If a bass is sitting out, I'll pick it up more sooner than later. I've run out of stands, wall hangers, corners, nooks/crannies, and other leaning spots and a few of the gang still languishes in cases/bags. :scowl:

I've seen a few that have this tubing and padding setup:

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And a Quik Lok model that caught my eye since it looks to handle ABGs well and has wheels:

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Anyone have experience with either type or this style of stand in general? Other types/styles I should be looking at? Any other caveats?

As always, thanks in advance for sharing your experience.
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[yellofury]

I say nay on the rolling stand.. Do you want your expensive toys rolling away and banging your headstocks on the wall after you pick up your bass or guitar? even on carpeting it screams bad idea.

I have this stand from Warwick that I bought from TPB:

its does the job but:

- You do have to be careful pulling one of your basses out so that you dont bang the body against the ones next to it. After awhile you get used to pulling your bass/guitar straight out.

- My headless bass sits on its strap pin not the body - while this is not a problem for most basses , Those that have a Steinberger or Status style bridge system will have to be a little more careful

- You have to periodically switch instruments around since the foam can get "formed" into the bass/guitar that is is holding therefore thinning the pad between your precious bass and the steel frame(look at the pic above)

Overall however I do like the stand
its convenient
its easy to put together and displays the instruments nicely
its was relatively cheap


I think using this and/or wall hangers is the way to go

 

[bluerimedeyes]

I have the quicklock model, and love it!! The wheels do tend to roll, but have lock levers or brakes that work ok, though they still slide on linoleoum. That said it was simple enough to unscrew the casters again- problem solved. As to dinging other instruments, well, it takes just a touch more patience and attention and all is well. I use the seven rack model, and it holds multiple acoustics (guitars, though AEb's should be no problem) as well as several basses, all quite well. The only other thing I can think of with it is that the bottom bracket tubes will eventually shift (roll) down flat from putting instruments on, but this doesnt affect anything, just the way they sit, and is remedied by tightening the screws once you have the brackets where you want them. If thats confusing, sorry, I'm a little tired. Anyway, I highly reccomend this stand, It works great, especially in a barracks room with very limited space.

 

[wave rider]

Thanks for the feedback, yelofury. I hadn't thought of the out-of-control wheeled stand careening away... The Quik Lok does appear to have locking wheels though; I always have good intentions about vacuuming.

Wall hangers sound good too, I've just run out of wall space for them.

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[wave rider]

Thanks bluerimedeyes!

edit> I see what you mean about the angle of the yokes. </edit

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[RAM]

[Invalid or Expired Link Removed]is what I use. I've used some of the others, like the stand by Warwick but found the rubber padding was flimsy and became torn with just a little usage. I also found my basses would slide around a little, and if not careful when putting them back in the stand would settle against another bass.

 

[wave rider]

[Invalid or Expired Link Removed]is what I use. I've used some of the others, like the stand by Warwick but found the rubber padding was flimsy and became torn with just a little usage. I also found my basses would slide around a little, and if not careful when putting them back in the stand would settle against another bass.

Interesting. Padding between each instrument?

Thanks!
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[Magical_Merlin]

I have been thinking about making one out of PVC pipe and pipe foam.

 

[Meatrus]

Another vote for the Warwick stand, I have the version that holds 7, so its the same as the one up there ^. You can get smaller verisons if you dont need that many. There is also a suit case model they make, I would advise against this, as its more expensive and you cant actually close it when it is assembled, making the case pointless!

Do wall hangers still have that annoying habit of the bass being free to swing backwards into the wall?

 

[js1]

I have a 7 slot stand, and it's been one of the best purchases I've made. Got rid of bunch of three guitar tree stands and single stands that were always in the way. Sticking the guitars against the wall frees up a bunch of floor space.

js

 

[ModuMan]

I have a Warwick 7-space stand that is curved. It's designed for corners, but of course you can put it anywhere. One advantage is that there is more room between the bodies.

 

[rootmonster57]

I have owned the Quiklok stand and it did a great job holding my basses, but it also MARRED several of my instruments that were finished in nitrocellulose paint. It left a yellow/brown streak where the finish touched the black, rubber material. This occured on both the body and necks of 2 basses. I probably left them on the stand without moving them for about a week. Be careful.

 

[Meatrus]

I have owned the Quiklok stand and it did a great job holding my basses, but it also MARRED several of my instruments that were finished in nitrocellulose paint. It left a yellow/brown streak where the finish touched the black, rubber material. This occured on both the body and necks of 2 basses. I probably left them on the stand without moving them for about a week. Be careful.

Yeagh, some of them come with a warning saying not for Nitro finish, cant remember if the Warwick did.

 

[DeanT]

I've got a RockStand (the one in YellowFury's photo). It is a great simple stand. The only problem is the foam tends to crack and break off after using it for a short time (like months). Like you, I like to just grab a bass that's in front of me and play.

I also have a hercules stand (it holds the basses by the headstock). They work great. The arms that hold the headstock tend to stick sometimes and won't let go of the bass. So you have to be careful and not just pull the bass out without looking, or you'll take the whole stand down with it.

 

[Pickebass]

I've owned the rock stand for at least three years and haven't had any problems with it. The foam seems OK. The only problem I have is that the foam separating the necks of the guitar comes off (with help from my son). Some have had a problem staying in place. Otherwise for the money it's a great stand.

BTW, not to sound link an endorser (because of not) but the entire line of Warwick bags and stands are well built for the money. The rockbag is a good value as well as some of their rack bags.

 

[Jeff K]

I have a Warwick 7-space stand that is curved. It's designed for corners, but of course you can put it anywhere. One advantage is that there is more room between the bodies.

That's what I have, but mine's a 5-space:

 

[kcole4001]

I have been thinking about making one out of PVC pipe and pipe foam.

I think the pipe insulation foam is a bad idea, there's a good chance it will outgas and react badly with the finish on your instruments.
Non-reactive rubbers or surgical tubing is usually recommended.
Many cheap stands (and apparently some expensive ones as well) have padding material known to react to some guitar finishes and leave a permanent mar or stain and sometimes a soft area in the clearcoat, neither of which can be removed without at least a spot-refinish.

Do some research on the matter and the history of interaction with your specific brand of instruments first. Many makers use different materials, so what is safe for one may not be for others.

 

[MNAirHead]

When I was on the road 24x7 had some.. they were spaced WAY too close.. they were notorious for dinging up axes... not an issue as road gear is disposable.

I'd REALLY consider some of the suitcase types.. they're portable.. stage useful.. etc... I beat the snot out of one a while back - no issues.

FOR building one.. I'd consider 3/4 copper tube sweated.. the pipe insulation with cloth tape over it... OR welding something.. guessing the 3/4 tube would be enought.

 

[wave rider]

I have owned the Quiklok stand and it did a great job holding my basses, but it also MARRED several of my instruments that were finished in nitrocellulose paint. It left a yellow/brown streak where the finish touched the black, rubber material. This occured on both the body and necks of 2 basses. I probably left them on the stand without moving them for about a week. Be careful.

Yeagh, some of them come with a warning saying not for Nitro finish, cant remember if the Warwick did.

Thanks for the heads up on that. I'd have thought in these modern times, manufacturers would have solved the padding/finish interactions.

Grrrr...

I've got a RockStand (the one in YellowFury's photo). It is a great simple stand. The only problem is the foam tends to crack and break off after using it for a short time (like months). Like you, I like to just grab a bass that's in front of me and play.

I also have a hercules stand (it holds the basses by the headstock). They work great. The arms that hold the headstock tend to stick sometimes and won't let go of the bass. So you have to be careful and not just pull the bass out without looking, or you'll take the whole stand down with it.

I do like and have one of the Hercules single bass stands you mention; it is just a floorspace issue.

Thanks for everyone's inputs; this turns out to be a bit more complex than I thought...

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[bassplayer7770]

I just bought one of those 3-guitar Warwick RockStands, and tonight will be the first time I use it. I'll only use it at gigs because it's convenient to have easy access to both of my basses.