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Which bass strap do you use?
- Thread starter Bassistcali
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What bass are you using the strap with?
if the bass is heavy or if you have a heavy arm on there it weighs your shoulder down.
As for me. I've been using a Levi's leather strap for almost three years and I love it. I just looked at the leather ones with thickness and got whichever one was most comfortable. I was that guy at GC for an hour or so. But with a few different straps I liked this one. It was about $30 or $40 at the time. There were more expensive thick and comfy ones but too much for me.
if the bass is heavy or if you have a heavy arm on there it weighs your shoulder down.
As for me. I've been using a Levi's leather strap for almost three years and I love it. I just looked at the leather ones with thickness and got whichever one was most comfortable. I was that guy at GC for an hour or so. But with a few different straps I liked this one. It was about $30 or $40 at the time. There were more expensive thick and comfy ones but too much for me.
With my arthritis I need a wide one for my heavy '78 P Bass. I had one made to my specs at a leather shop that usually deals with bikers. Best strap I have ever owned.
I buy whatever is on sale and try to go at least 3" wide.
I currently have a few Levy's which are well made, comfy and fairly inexpensive. Been using them for years.
A few days ago I bought a 3" Franklin strap at GC and it is amazing. Looks great, the leather is super soft, it is well made and on sale for $39.99. The leather has a little bit of give/bounce in it too. Kinda like a neoprene strap. Looks great on my Fodera.
Here is the strap. Highly recommended in any case.....
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I currently have a few Levy's which are well made, comfy and fairly inexpensive. Been using them for years.
A few days ago I bought a 3" Franklin strap at GC and it is amazing. Looks great, the leather is super soft, it is well made and on sale for $39.99. The leather has a little bit of give/bounce in it too. Kinda like a neoprene strap. Looks great on my Fodera.
Here is the strap. Highly recommended in any case.....
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My favorites are the Mono "Betty" straps and Comfort Strapp. A wide Levy's would probably help with weight distribution, but I prefer a little softer cushioning. If the Mono was a 1/2" wider, it would be perfect for heavier basses.
