AdamWoodBass Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Another vote for the Mono Betty. I've got the grey short one, best strap I've ever used hands down. Not that cheap but then not that expensive when you look at some other offerings. https://www.gak.co.uk/en/mono-m80-betty-short-strap-40-46-ash/102636 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LayDownThaFunk Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Neotech Mega Strap. Got fed up of the Mono slipping down all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trueno Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Another vote for the Comfort Strapp. Always used one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkpegasus4001 Posted February 14, 2017 Author Share Posted February 14, 2017 [quote name='Happy Jack' timestamp='1487072259' post='3236699'] Judging by the OP's user name and avatar pic, we might conceivably be talking about a Rick here in which case advising that he uses a different bass is probably not helping. [/quote] I bought my Rickenbacker 4001 at the start of 2006 and it was my only bass for about 8 years. I now have 6 basses including the new Yamaha. The Rick is a moderate weight and i've gigged for years without no problems using the same strap as I have now. The Gibson is also a tad on the heavy side. The Fender Jazz, Musicman Sabre are light as is my Spector Performer I bought for use in a tribute band. I have used the same strap on all bar one and not had a problem at all. I use a different strap for the Spector I use for a Judas Priest tribute band but that bass is light as a feather anyway. It's odd that the balance of the Yamaha is great, unless i have done something to my shoulder? i'm not sure, but it felt far too heavy when I played it the other day. Chances are I will buy a Comfort Strapp. If I still have the same issue after buying another strap i'll have to consider moving the bass on and just use another bass (probably the Musicman as I used that for the new bands debut gig the other week). I need to have the Yamaha set up and I can't take it in for a couple of weeks anyway so I have plenty of time to sort out a strap. Thanks again to all for your imput, it makes interesting reading. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fleabag Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Laughage !! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLDaosE67XU Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naxos10 Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 I used a short Comfort Strapp with the 34" scale fender jazz I had (about 9lbs) but moved to short scale basses (around 7lbs) and now use padded levy straps. Still have the Comfort Strapp an would sell for a moderate cost if you are interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cris the man Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 [quote name='clarkpegasus4001' timestamp='1487020913' post='3236349'] I know this topic has probably been done on numerous occasions but I could do with some advice please. I have a bass that is approx 10lb overall weight and it feels heavy on the shoulder using my usual wide leather strap of almost 4" wide (not much in the way of padding though). My normal strap is fine with my other basses. My question is, what strap do you use or would recommend?.[b][u]I have heard Comfort Strapp are good? Does anyone use those?[/u][/b] Many thanks in advance guys and much appreciated. [/quote] I ordered two comfort straps for both myself and the bands other bassist. They work and feel nice, but to me they look quite cheap with the foam and 'stretchy stuff' ontop. If you're comfortable with the aesthetics of it then it works wonders and helps me carry my MTD KZ6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul S Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 I've tried lots and the two best for me are the Minotaur Deluxe Bass or Neotech Mega. Wide, but not too wide that they cut in, and padded. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkpegasus4001 Posted February 15, 2017 Author Share Posted February 15, 2017 [quote name='cris the man' timestamp='1487177604' post='3237804'] I ordered two comfort straps for both myself and the bands other bassist. They work and feel nice, but to me they look quite cheap with the foam and 'stretchy stuff' ontop. If you're comfortable with the aesthetics of it then it works wonders and helps me carry my MTD KZ6 [/quote] I don't care about the looks so long as it does the job TBH. I was talking to a good friend of mine last night online and he says he has been using Comfort Strapp's for ages. Probably the way to go for me then. Thanks for your imput. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 I sold my 'Comfort Strap' because with a heavy bass I found it bouncy and with a light bass it wasn't very comfortable or soft. I really like [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/290872-nsd-lakota-leathers-3-strap/page__view__findpost__p__3122109"]Lakota Leathers[/url] straps and have one I use on my basses now. It's the softest leather I've ever seen and it feels much more comfortable for not having 'padding' as such. It's also very grippy and stops neck dive more than the Comfort did. Cheers ped Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M@23 Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 [quote name='LayDownThaFunk' timestamp='1487082025' post='3236846'] Neotech Mega Strap. Got fed up of the Mono slipping down all the time. [/quote] This. I bought the MONO for a change, and it is comfy... but, it slips in no time at all. I'm going back to Neotech. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudpup Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 [quote name='M@23' timestamp='1487185560' post='3237911'] This. I bought the MONO for a change, and it is comfy... but, it slips in no time at all. I'm going back to Neotech. [/quote] Thats odd, i have a couple of Monos for years and neither of them slip but I've heard a few people say they do... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 I put a stitch around the buckle on my Mono to stop it slipping, that sorted it out. I also found the Comfort strap too bouncy, but I know this eventually disappears over time if one can put up with it initially. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkpegasus4001 Posted February 15, 2017 Author Share Posted February 15, 2017 I'm not sure i'm keeping this bass but I could do with a new strap anyway. I've been recommended the Gruvgear Solo neo strap by the guy in Bass Direct. Not cheap but.....Any experiences anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 I've got various expensive wide leather straps, but never use them, quite happy with the bog standard Fender 2" guitar stops for my Precision and Jazz basses. I've never weighed any of my basses, but imagine them to be average for the type. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jecklin Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Interested in this thread, but have ended up confused - which straps DON'T bounce? I would not be able to stand this at all so the comfort strap is out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norris Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 The Comfort Strapp is made from neoprene and elastic in the main. However I wouldn't describe mine as being bouncy. They have a bit of give in them but that's a benefit imho. They are stable. Maybe you should try a few, but most music shops don't stock decent bass straps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WalMan Posted February 18, 2017 Share Posted February 18, 2017 [quote name='fleabag' timestamp='1487091283' post='3236974'] Laughage !! [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLDaosE67XU[/media] [/quote]I use the Neo version of this on all my basses, except the Status S1, with the leather strap between the strap buttons to loop the right shoulder strap round. With the status I use a MONO Betty with as it's a much lighter bass. The GruvGear Duo is great and much better than the Slider strap I used for a while Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fleabag Posted February 18, 2017 Share Posted February 18, 2017 To elaborate a tad, i was sniggering at the bloke himself, and the need to wear a lab technicians coat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProfJames Posted February 18, 2017 Share Posted February 18, 2017 Padded Levy when playing the T40 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radiophonic Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 I think a lot of players have problems due to poor adjustment rather than the strap itself. About 25 years ago, I asked a guy to make me a strap, a simple wide piece of good quality leather, cut to the exact length for optimum playing comfort on my main (and still main) bass. Years of sweat, leather conditioner and weight have bent it to the shape of my body* and I still use it every time I play. I have never had back ache from playing since I've owned it - and I'm pretty slight build for a bass player. What's odd is that even compared to an off the shelf strap adjusted to the same length, it feels more comfortable and when playing my Jazz, I have to shorten a standard Fender strap to get it to feel right. I'm guessing the weight distribution and slippage are different. * admittedly, gaining a few pounds in middle age meant that it all went a bit Mark King for a while. I quite like that 'waistband' one Steve Albini uses -although that's more about not crashing your instrument into the mic stand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skybone Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 I just use a bog standard, 3" wide, unpadded leather strap. Works for me, wide enough to support the weight, grippy enough to prevent sliding, and long enough to be comfy. Best of all, it was relatively cheap too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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