Problems Securing Semi-Hollowbody/Violin-Style Bass to Body?

I don't know if this would work, but maybe a guitar strap?

 

Ahh... you're referring to "neck dive". And how to get it to not do that. Here's a few things you can do:

- Play with your left thumb behind or underneath the neck so it can't fall (this lets you spread your fingers out easier anyway)

- Get a leather strap with suede on the back, which won't slide as easily as a nylon strap

- Use your right forearm to hold the bass body firmly against your body, thereby making it harder for the neck to dive (think of a see-saw, and your arm is the fat kid nobody wanted to play on the see-saw with)

Personally, I never expected a bass or guitar to simply hang in the perfect position. I always made my posture a part of my technique, so it's not an issue for me no matter what kind of a bass I'm playing (and I have a Univox Electra "Beatle Bass" copy which would do the same thing if I let it).

 

Don't be daft. Guitar straps NEVER work on basses.

 

How silly of me. I'm going to go eat worms now.