anderz Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 Hey guys, long time no see. Really busy with school and all that stuff. I'm planning on getting a buckled strap Product here: http://accessories.musiciansfriend.com/product/DiMarzio-Cliplok-2Inch-Strap?sku=364661 The reason I'd like to get this is because my strap is getting tangled easily, and my strap locks aren't that great. Do you guys know of any info I should have in mind before I buy? Thanks, anderseb Stick it to the man. http://profile.ultimate-guitar.com/anderseb/ (Muh homepage of greatness) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillWelcome Home Studios Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 I cannot tell you how well or poorly these work on guitar straps, but I can tell you that they are absolute garbage on luggage. I bought a pretty pricey set of luggage, and every time I went through and airport, at least one of those buckles broke, sometimes more than one. I finally returned the set. Why not just get some good Dunlop straplocks? "I believe that entertainment can aspire to be art, and can become art, but if you set out to make art you're an idiot." Steve Martin Show business: we're all here because we're not all there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skipclone 1 Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 I wouldn`t trust those for more than a very light load. I`ve also had troubles with that kind of clip, for tying things down. Same old surprises, brand new cliches- Skipsounds on Soundclick: www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandid=602491 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caevan O’Shite Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 Yeah, those kind of springy plastic pop-in clips seem cool at first, but then eventually warp, loosen, or break in one way or another. If your strap gets twisted and uncomfortable, get one that is very wide- it won't twist around as easily, and distributes the weight of the guitar over a wider area and so is more comfortable. Personally, I really like the wide version of the Planet Waves jacquard woven straps, with the net-like shoulder-pad that the strap just slides back and forth through as you move around, instead of the whole thing sliding and rubbing on your shoulder and binding up with your clothes. Plus, their fabric "breaths" nicely, and they're cooler feeling and less sweaty than many straps. And, yeah, Dunlop Straploks rule; Schaller Strap Locks are also very good (but MUST have their strap-born parts installed with Loctite thread-locker!). IMHO, one or the other are a must-have on any electric guitar. Ask yourself- What Would Ren and Stimpy Do? ~ Caevan James-Michael Miller-O'Shite ~ _ ___ _ Leprechaun, Esquire _ ___ _ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
picker Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 I bought one of those straps in 1988 or so, the vivid red one, and put it on a bass that I and another guy were using in our band. When I left the band, he got custody of the strap. 21 or so years later, it is still in use on the same instrument, with the same clips, and has never given me or the guy who still uses it any problems. The clips have held up just fine, but then carrying most basses and guitars around is not the kind of stress luggage gets, or straps for tying things down. And, I suppose if you constantly clipped and unclipped it in some kind of obsessive/compulsive fit, you could break the clips, but I think they are plenty sturdy for the job they have to do other than that. They are a great strap, and good looking too. I'd buy another one in a minute. I just never seem to have the money when I think about them. Always remember that you are unique. Just like everyone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s mel gibson1642606968 Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 I got one of those with a used Explorer I bought. It scared me so I replaced it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PRS MAN Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 dude try this strap http://accessories.musiciansfriend.com/product/LM-Products-Surelock-Nylon-Guitar-Strap?sku=500029 i have a strap like this but black and white and it holds my PRS when i swing it around me and stuff, the strap is pretty much indestructable and you dont have to add anything to ya guitar, just put it on and go _____DISCIPLE_ROCKS_____ PAUL REED SMITH GUITARS 4 EVER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluesape Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 Any hard surfaces, like clips and buckles, can scratch up your axe....Straplocks rule! Never a DUH! moment! Well, almost never. OK, OK! Sometimes never! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anderz Posted November 14, 2009 Author Share Posted November 14, 2009 dude try this strap http://accessories.musiciansfriend.com/product/LM-Products-Surelock-Nylon-Guitar-Strap?sku=500029 i have a strap like this but black and white and it holds my PRS when i swing it around me and stuff, the strap is pretty much indestructable and you dont have to add anything to ya guitar, just put it on and go It looks good, but I read one of the reviews and it was talking about v's, and then I remembered that I have a v and that's what I'm getting my strap for. You guys think I should get the DiMarzio considering I have a v? Oh yeah, the reason I'm planning on getting a buckled strap is mainly for conveinence. Stick it to the man. http://profile.ultimate-guitar.com/anderseb/ (Muh homepage of greatness) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
picker Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 I think either of the two shown here would work fine with a V, and many others as well. The Straplocks the guys are talking about here are great too.. Always remember that you are unique. Just like everyone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caevan O’Shite Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 The Dunlop Straploks pop on and off super easily with the press of a tiny little button; it becomes second-nature. I've never, ever had them pop off accidentally or unexpectedly, either. And there are some models of the Dunlop Straploks that can still double as "normal" strap-buttons if you need to use a different strap, such as if you forget your strap or something. And being as its a V, with the one strap-button behind the guitar near the neck-heel there, don't forget to install the hardware on that end of the strap "backwards" so that it inserts into the receptacle without the strap twisting around backwards. Ask yourself- What Would Ren and Stimpy Do? ~ Caevan James-Michael Miller-O'Shite ~ _ ___ _ Leprechaun, Esquire _ ___ _ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillWelcome Home Studios Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 "And being as its a V, with the one strap-button behind the guitar near the neck-heel there, ..." In 1969 I moved my strap button of my 1957 Les Paul to the back of the guitar, and have moved almost every one on every guitar that I've owned to that same spot since (except for the Strat...) Ilike the feel. "I believe that entertainment can aspire to be art, and can become art, but if you set out to make art you're an idiot." Steve Martin Show business: we're all here because we're not all there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harvey Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 "And being as its a V, with the one strap-button behind the guitar near the neck-heel there, ..." In 1969 I moved my strap button of my 1957 Les Paul to the back of the guitar, and have moved almost every one on every guitar that I've owned to that same spot since (except for the Strat...) Ilike the feel. I did the same thing to my bitsa-strat and it's heaps better balanced for me. Guitar Speak Podcast www.guitarspeakpodcast.libsyn.com https://www.facebook.com/guitarspeakpodcast www.itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/guitar-speak-podcast Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larryz Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 Had one, hated it...+1 on strap locks (Dunlop, Scaller, etc) and just pick a strap you like...those screw in flip flop plastic dangling clip ends don't cut it when you case your guitar... Take care, Larryz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreySeraph Posted November 15, 2009 Share Posted November 15, 2009 dude i use them on my jem and they work perfectly fine. They're not flimsy at all or anything. My Gear: 82 Gibson Explorer Ibanez 03 JEM7VWH PRS McCarty Soapbar Diezel Herbert 2007 Peters '11 Brahms Guitar Byers '01 Classical Hippner 8-Str Classical Taylor 614ce Framus Texan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anderz Posted November 15, 2009 Author Share Posted November 15, 2009 I'd like to get a buckled strap due to the conveniences I stated above, but I think getting Dunlop strap locks with any buckled strap would be fine. I use the Dunlop Tortex .88 picks, and I love them. Probably going to get a 72 pack. Stick it to the man. http://profile.ultimate-guitar.com/anderseb/ (Muh homepage of greatness) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caevan O’Shite Posted November 15, 2009 Share Posted November 15, 2009 Bestaluck allaround with school and all that stuff- and here's to never needing it! (Luck, that is!) Ask yourself- What Would Ren and Stimpy Do? ~ Caevan James-Michael Miller-O'Shite ~ _ ___ _ Leprechaun, Esquire _ ___ _ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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