Charla Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 Hello I use Schaller strap locks on my basses, however, I have a semi acoustic bass which has the strap pin on the back of the body and I find the Shaller uncomfortable against my body. I've tried the rubber / plastic strap locks, but they are tight and have marked the body. I'm looking for something which will be secure but with a lower profile than the Schaller, so any input re suitable strap locks will be appreciated? Cheers Charla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassman68 Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 Hi there Dunlop strap buttons fit pretty flush to the strap, the push button type? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 2 hours ago, Bassman68 said: Hi there Dunlop strap buttons fit pretty flush to the strap, the push button type? From a comfort PoV the Dunlop button should fit the bill. However be aware that the locking mechanism requires regular lubrication/maintenance otherwise it will fail. I don't know if buying an after-market set will include these instructions, but the bass I bought with them pre-installed didn't so I was unaware of this and within 6 months one of the locks failed just as I was fitting the strap before going on-stage. Luckily I was able to get through the performance by simply not moving about as much as usual, but it made for a nervous 45 minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodinblack Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 The dunlop button is as people say, more or less flush to the strap, although it does start further out than the strap button, if that is an issue. Didn't know about the lubrication thing, and never had any failures, so interesting to note. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charla Posted August 31, 2022 Author Share Posted August 31, 2022 I appreciate the replies. I've had a look at the Dunlop's and they seem to protrude some distance from the body, but the large diameter of the strap button seems good. Not sure I'm reassured by the mechanism fail, nervous is not good! I've also looked at the D'Addario, which looks neat, anyone got any experience? Cheers Charla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassman68 Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 I’ve had flush mounted Dunlop strap locks on all my Warwick basses, since 1993 & never had one fail on me yet…Never needed to lubricate them either, although that sounds like a good idea? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andydye Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 as you're going to have a dedicated strap for this one, you could attach the strap pin through the strap end, effectively screwing the strap to the bass, negating the need for straplocks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 1 hour ago, Woodinblack said: The dunlop button is as people say, more or less flush to the strap, although it does start further out than the strap button, if that is an issue. Didn't know about the lubrication thing, and never had any failures, so interesting to note. This is what I was told when I posted my experiences on here after the lock mechanism failed, and AFAICS there was no way of repairing it. In my case I simply replaced both Dunlops with Schaller StrapLocks. Incidentally this was on a semi-hollow bass (MiK Warwick StarBass II) and I never had any problems with the Schaller locks buttons getting in the way or being uncomfortable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodinblack Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 1 minute ago, BigRedX said: This is what I was told when I posted my experiences on here after the lock mechanism failed, and AFAICS there was no way of repairing it. I would certainly imagine if it failed there would't be much you could do. 1 minute ago, BigRedX said: In my case I simply replaced both Dunlops with Schaller StrapLocks. Incidentally this was on a semi-hollow bass (MiK Warwick StarBass II) and I never had any problems with the Schaller locks buttons getting in the way or being uncomfortable. I have never had a problem witht he buttons being in the way (but obviously I don't have one that comes out the back like the OP - mine are all normal end ones), although I have had a schaller fail and another almost fail. I like the new end of the new shallers, but don't like the new spike of the the new shallers, luckily the one I had fitted fine in the guitar I was putting it in, so it has that. It would be nice to just have one type, so that I dind' thave to worry about the straps, even though each bass has its own strap. Was trying to decide about the new spector what to put on it, maybe the d'addario clip things are enough? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 2 hours ago, Woodinblack said: Didn't know about the lubrication thing, and never had any failures, so interesting to note. I've been using Dunlops strap locks on all my basses since the 80's and never had a failure. Lubricating them? That's the first time I've heard that one!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charla Posted August 31, 2022 Author Share Posted August 31, 2022 1 hour ago, BigRedX said: This is what I was told when I posted my experiences on here after the lock mechanism failed, and AFAICS there was no way of repairing it. In my case I simply replaced both Dunlops with Schaller StrapLocks. Incidentally this was on a semi-hollow bass (MiK Warwick StarBass II) and I never had any problems with the Schaller locks buttons getting in the way or being uncomfortable. I'm a rather portly chap and the button sticks into my stomach and even gets caught in my shirt! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sky Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 a dimarzio clip should feel basically the same as the button Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted August 31, 2022 Share Posted August 31, 2022 If you don’t need a wide strap then you could get one of the D’Addario Auto Lock straps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard R Posted September 5, 2022 Share Posted September 5, 2022 I have a couple of Dunlop type straplocks you can have if you PM me your address. Like these: https://www.pmtonline.co.uk/dunlop-lok-strap-retainer-system-3-pack No longer need them as I have a massively thick leather strap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete.young Posted September 6, 2022 Share Posted September 6, 2022 Why not fit another strap button to the heel or side of the neck? Then you can carry on using your Schallers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charla Posted September 6, 2022 Author Share Posted September 6, 2022 19 hours ago, Richard R said: I have a couple of Dunlop type straplocks you can have if you PM me your address. Like these: https://www.pmtonline.co.uk/dunlop-lok-strap-retainer-system-3-pack No longer need them as I have a massively thick leather strap. Hello Richard, thanks for the ofrer but the bass has a nitrocellulose lacquer finish and I found these pushed the strap against the body and removed the lacquer. Cheers Charla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charla Posted September 6, 2022 Author Share Posted September 6, 2022 2 hours ago, pete.young said: Why not fit another strap button to the heel or side of the neck? Then you can carry on using your Schallers. Hello Pete, that idea would work but I'm not keen on drilling into the bass which is a 2013 Gibson Memphis ES-335. Cheers Charla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charla Posted September 6, 2022 Author Share Posted September 6, 2022 I've been locking at the D'Addario Universal Strap Lock, which has a smooth locking head, has anyone used these? Cheers Charla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard R Posted September 6, 2022 Share Posted September 6, 2022 8 minutes ago, Charla said: Hello Richard, thanks for the ofrer but the bass has a nitrocellulose lacquer finish and I found these pushed the strap against the body and removed the lacquer. Cheers Charla Sounds like a different design of strap button is needed, something with a wide flange against the body to protect the finish. Hope you find something, or can get something made up. Lots of folks on here own lathes... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BruceBass3901 Posted September 12, 2022 Share Posted September 12, 2022 I use these on all my basses and find they are unobtrusive and don't make the strap rub against the body: Guitar Works Strap Locks May be worth a look? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted September 12, 2022 Share Posted September 12, 2022 I’ve not used them myself, but the Loxx system looks like it might not stick out as much as Schaller or Dunlop https://bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Loxx_Locks.html Conversely, you might try a non locking solution such as the D’Addario/Planet Waves elliptical strap pin https://www.amazon.co.uk/Planet-Waves-Elliptical-End-Pins/dp/B005FKF3L6 I have these on a guitar and they’re rather effective and low profile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asingardenof Posted September 13, 2022 Share Posted September 13, 2022 On 31/08/2022 at 08:09, Charla said: Hello I use Schaller strap locks on my basses, however, I have a semi acoustic bass which has the strap pin on the back of the body and I find the Shaller uncomfortable against my body. I've tried the rubber / plastic strap locks, but they are tight and have marked the body. I'm looking for something which will be secure but with a lower profile than the Schaller, so any input re suitable strap locks will be appreciated? Cheers Charla A case of Grolsch is the usual trick, isn't it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baloney Balderdash Posted September 13, 2022 Share Posted September 13, 2022 (edited) I personally use these Harley Benton strap lock rubber washers, and am really satisfied : Edited September 13, 2022 by Baloney Balderdash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tauzero Posted September 19, 2022 Share Posted September 19, 2022 Another solution - a locking strap. https://www.gear4music.com/Guitar-and-Bass/Planet-Waves-Planet-Lock-Guitar-Strap-Polypropylene-Black/KJP (available in other patterns) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charla Posted September 22, 2022 Author Share Posted September 22, 2022 I've gone with the D'Addario Universal Strap Locks, fingers crossed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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