Fred TBP Posted December 9, 2011 Share Posted December 9, 2011 I'm thinking maybe a cylinder about 2' in diameter by 4' high made out of chicken wire with razor-edge barbed wire along the top and sides. Would need a pair of welder's gloves to handle, but it would make a nice stage prop. That's for the electric. I'd prefer a roadie for the upright. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bear Jew Posted December 9, 2011 Share Posted December 9, 2011 I'm thinking maybe a cylinder about 2' in diameter by 4' high made out of chicken wire with razor-edge barbed wire along the top and sides. You should really stop describing my condoms to the whole forum. It's a little too much information for everyone. \m/ Erik "To fight and conquer in all your battles is not supreme excellence; supreme excellence consists of breaking the enemy's resistance without fighting." --Sun Tzu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b5pilot Posted December 9, 2011 Share Posted December 9, 2011 I'm thinking maybe a cylinder about 2' in diameter by 4' high made out of chicken wire with razor-edge barbed wire along the top and sides. You should really stop describing my condoms to the whole forum. It's a little too much information for everyone. Lydian mode? The only mode I know has the words "pie ala" in front of it. http://www.myspace.com/theeldoradosband Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Capasso Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 I knew your wife was tough, but razor-edge? Back on the original topic, I'll probably buy an ultimate that holds the bass by the head because of the Lull, but I saw some wooden fold-ups in Sweetwater that made me think I should make one designed just for the J body style. Then I slapped myself back awake and realized I don't have time to practice much less a woodworking project. Tom www.stoneflyrocks.com Acoustic Color Be practical as well as generous in your ideals. Keep your eyes on the stars and keep your feet on the ground. - Theodore Roosevelt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy c Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 How about this guitar hanger? http://static.musiciansfriend.com/derivates/6/001/571/609/DV019_Jpg_Regular_H73669.001.001_left_hand_model_copper_angle_03.jpg Do people actually buy these? Free download of my cd!. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
picker Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 I have an Ultimate hanger stand that I initially bought for a Flying V guitar. It works great. Always remember that you are unique. Just like everyone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. Dan Posted December 11, 2011 Share Posted December 11, 2011 +1 on Hercules. Back when I played out with my Steinberger, I didn't need a stand...just something to lean it against. Dan Acoustic/Electric stringed instruments ranging from 4 to 230 strings, hammered, picked, fingered, slapped, and plucked. Analog and Digital Electronic instruments, reeds, and throat/mouth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wally Malone Posted December 11, 2011 Share Posted December 11, 2011 I've been using this stand for a number of years. I saw and bought a couple of these at the NAMM show a few years back. They also make a great music stand that my wife and I each got then as well. http://www.peakmusicstands.com/product.cfm?product=248&code=NA Wally I have basses to play, places to be and good music to make! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred TBP Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 I broken so many cheaper stands that I now save the foam parts for repair and use the top part as a wall hanger. They also rust around the rivet joints, the rubbery parts tend to dry up and break off, the tuning-fork shaped bottom end tends to loosen up and fall off after a while... cheap is a short-term answer, I've spent over $100 in the past decade on cheap stands alone. Currently use the Hercules triple-stand (approx. $60 on;ine) when I go out to perform because it has a more stable base, although I'm considering the double-stand for more room with the acoustic-electric. I also use a collapsable bag originally made for tripods for carting these as they have a tendency to break when transporting, but I've also added a piece of foam and some large rubber bands to wrap the top portion up in before putting it in the bag. What bothers me about the Peak stand (I call them "A-frames") is the lack of neck support and their sensitivity to floor vibrations. I've put my J and P basses on those only to have them fall over when someone walks past them, especially on a wooden floor or on a stage that tends to be shaky. Again, I don't want to risk a 4-figure instrument or a custom model on a stand that you're taking out of your home and into "the real world" Do you? The single stand is nice as well (both the Hercules and the Ultimate mentioned here) and will last the distance. It's a question of looking at your gear (stands, cables, tuners, etc.) as long-term investments. When your tire blows out, would you trust a $10 patch job or bite the bullet and spend $50-100 on a new one? Remember what "long term" means before answering this one... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcadmus Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 I cracked the knob on my Hercules stand -- my fault. Put it back together with superglue, and emailed Hercules asking if I could purchase a new knob in case the repaired one didn't hold up. They shipped me a whole new stand for free. THAT'S customer service. And the superglue HAS held up, so I have two stands. "Tours widely in the southwestern tip of Kentucky" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenstee Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 I really like the ones offered by http://rocksolidguitarstands.com/#/rock-solid/. Come in a variety of sizes. More for home and studio. Very well-made, real wood, not cheap particle-board, etc. They're not for everybody. But, what is? http://shop.rocksolidguitarstands.com/images/gallery/classic6/1.jpg http://shop.rocksolidguitarstands.com/images/gallery/classic4/2.jpg http://shop.rocksolidguitarstands.com/images/gallery/show5/5.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigb Posted December 15, 2011 Share Posted December 15, 2011 I'm getting one of these (Fender gig stand) for Christmas in my attempt to find the smallest/lightest gear to cart around. I don't know if it will be stable & durable enough to replace my Hercules mini stand. I've got all symmetric G&Ls and a Rumblefish so I don't have the offset-waist body issue. http://media.fmicdirect.com/fender/images/products/accessories/0991809000_frt_wmd_001.jpg http://media.fmicdirect.com/fender/images/products/accessories/0991809000_alt_tbn_007.png http://www.herculesstands.com/Images/guitar/GS402BMain.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul K Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 Great price on this fella if you need one: http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/555-13850&p=?&scode=DD1212&trk_msg=5KUQTJOD45GK57U3IMOBLL30CC&trk_contact=P5IHORAP3FKBG79SCCJ488MR84&utm_source=Listrak&utm_medium=Email&utm_term=555-13850&utm_campaign=DD1212 Things are just the way they are, and they're only going to get worse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
butcherNburn Posted April 4, 2012 Share Posted April 4, 2012 http://thechive.files.wordpress.com/2012/04/redneck-repairs-10.jpg If you think my playing is bad, you should hear me sing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfmancharlie Posted April 9, 2012 Share Posted April 9, 2012 I use the ultimate hanger stand on stage. Works well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zumabebop Posted April 13, 2012 Share Posted April 13, 2012 prefers the ultimate hangers for my basses & a couple of rks stands for my acoustics... "All music is folk music; I ain't never heard no horse sing a song."- Louis Armstrong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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