daflewis Posted July 2, 2014 Share Posted July 2, 2014 Hi All, Just thought i'd share a new type of bass stand that I've found really great, especially for doubling gigs. For full disclosure i should mention that it was designed by a colleague and i have written a testimonial for the site, but i have no other vested interest. It's a really simple design, (the best often are!) but it does away with the two main problems: either, 1. having to locate the spike in a holder you can't see, or, 2. having to physically lift the bass on to a cradle - so it's really great for quick changes. Here's a pic: [url="http://s91.photobucket.com/user/daflewis/media/1499702_zps2ad037eb.jpg.html"][/url] and here's the web site if anyone's interested in more info: [url="https://www.thebassbar.co.uk"]https://www.thebassbar.co.uk[/url] Cheers, Daf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benbastin Posted July 2, 2014 Share Posted July 2, 2014 Looks like a fantastic idea. Very interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete.young Posted July 2, 2014 Share Posted July 2, 2014 Looks similar to this, but much cheaper: http://www.kolberg.com/products/en_GB/332/product/1746.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daflewis Posted July 2, 2014 Author Share Posted July 2, 2014 (edited) How much!! Wow, that is pricey! Another thing i didn't mention was that it does fold down and the top bar comes off, so it looks like it would also be much more compact than that Kolberg one... Edited July 2, 2014 by daflewis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoffbassist Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Thanks for the heads up, that's a great idea and it's awesome it's being made in the UK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarah thomas Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 What a great idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPJ Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 [quote name='geoffbassist' timestamp='1404370205' post='2491896'] Thanks for the heads up, that's a great idea and it's awesome it's being made in the UK. [/quote] +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnny dissident Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 .......why didn't I think of that........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc S Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 Looks really simple and useful A great idea indeed Thanks for the link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drewk_ie Posted August 3, 2014 Share Posted August 3, 2014 (edited) That's fantastic, simple design, I must put one on order, as most of my gigs are doublers, so this would make change overs easy. I already designed and built my own electric bass stands which slot into either side my amp flight cases (handy when swapping between fretted and fretless bass). Petes stand looks like a great idea, does anyone know if it comes with a case/ bag? Cheers Andrew Edited August 3, 2014 by drewk_ie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc S Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 [quote name='drewk_ie' timestamp='1407051469' post='2516836'] That's fantastic, simple design, I must put one on order, as most of my gigs are doublers, so this would make change overs easy. I already designed and built my own electric bass stands which slot into either side my amp flight cases (handy when swapping between fretted and fretless bass). Petes stand looks like a great idea, does anyone know if it comes with a case/ bag? Cheers Andrew [/quote] Don't know whether it comes with a bag If anyone else buys one of these - please let us know, as I may well opt for one of these simple stands... Slightly off topic, but along the same lines, and re the post above, by Andrew Sometime back, I bought one of these to act as stand for bass guitar Just thought I'd give these the nod, as it saves carting another stand around... Of course, your amp has to be covered in material which will work with velcro and be tall enough - my CMD 102 combo is, when tilted back It's very small and light, and works very well as stand for my spare bass http://www.richtonemusic.co.uk/products/markbass_bass_keeper_bass_holder.asp?gclid=CJewnqLZjcACFerpwgodMiYAdg Just thought a few DB'ers who double up with BG may want to know of this useful item Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyonbass Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 I can't work out whether it'll work with the endpin extended - anyone know? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoffbassist Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 [quote name='Marc S' timestamp='1407845801' post='2524543'] Don't know whether it comes with a bag If anyone else buys one of these - please let us know, as I may well opt for one of these simple stands... Slightly off topic, but along the same lines, and re the post above, by Andrew Sometime back, I bought one of these to act as stand for bass guitar Just thought I'd give these the nod, as it saves carting another stand around... Of course, your amp has to be covered in material which will work with velcro and be tall enough - my CMD 102 combo is, when tilted back It's very small and light, and works very well as stand for my spare bass http://www.richtonemusic.co.uk/products/markbass_bass_keeper_bass_holder.asp?gclid=CJewnqLZjcACFerpwgodMiYAdg Just thought a few DB'ers who double up with BG may want to know of this useful item Marc [/quote] I always carry a hand towel/bar towel when playing to wipe my hands/clean neck etc. I thread it through the side handle of the cab and use it to tie around the neck of my electric. It works REALLY well and is great for keeping the electic bass secure + no stand to carry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Moore Posted February 8, 2017 Share Posted February 8, 2017 Hi everyone, it`s just taken me two years to catch up with this thread! Firstly many thanks to Daf who posted this originally. To answer some of the questions, there is no bag at the moment but there will be later on this year. The stand is still very stable and works really well resting on the ribs in the C section and just a long extended tailpin. It`s also good for your back!! Pete Moore -designer of The Bass Bar www.thebassbar.co.uk P.s the price is now £49.95 inc. VAT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrixn1 Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 I recently bought a bass bar and am happy with it. Nearly all my gigs are doubling, and it allows me to switch instruments quickly and without faff. Then when the upright is not being played it's now taking up a smaller footprint on stage. It's light, folds down small, and can confirm it does come with a bag. Good product 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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