The ideal Bass strap?

[Pixiechick23]

[quote name='Karl Derrick' timestamp='1408012679' post='2526216']
This particular design is unpadded, because the width of the strap and the contour distributes the weight evenly over the player's body.
As, such, the design isn't suited to padding.
I can design a padded strap for you if you like.

Email me [email protected]


Karl
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I'll drop you a line when I get back home That would be awesome

[Karl Derrick]

Here's the sign up/order thread.

http://basschat.co.uk/topic/243139-karls-ergonomic-leather-bass-strap/

Thanks guys,


Karl

[Karl Derrick]

So, this project seems to be dead in the water.
After all the design and prototype work, not a single order for the ergonomic bass strap.


Karl

[discreet]

PM Sent.
Hmm... my PM doesn't want to send for some reason.
Anyway, I'll have a strap, Karl - just as soon as I can reasonably afford it.
Car is hoovering up my disposable as usual.

Edited August 21, 2014 by discreet

[Karl Derrick]

Thanks.


Karl

Edited August 21, 2014 by Karl Derrick

[Karl Derrick]

I wasn't pressurizing, just pondering

Drop me an email if you like: [email protected]



Karl

[Bolo]

The design looks solid. Showing it with a bass and/or on a person may help things along.
Also, as a handcrafted premium product, it's a niche market.
For the work put in, the price is certainly fair. However they are more costly than many other designs currently available.
A highly custom product like this will need to prove itself 'in the flesh'. I'm sure the difference in comfort with ordinary straps is huge!

[Karl Derrick]

Thanks.
I understand the handmade/niche market thing.
I agree, it needs to be seen, worn and used to prove itself.
Yes, it really is a lot more comfortable than normal straps.

I tried the sample with the equivalent of a 14 Pound bass and it was very comfortable, the weight spread evenly over the back and shoulders, without and pressure points, Smooth and even.


Karl

[Karl Derrick]

Of course, the huge expanse of leather on view lends itself to all kinds of embellishment.





Karl

[Dave_the_bass]

I'm definitely interested, but:

1, I don't have the spare funds at the moment.

2, Last time I tried a wide strap (4" I believe) it really dug in to my neck/shoulder area

As a result:

Has anyone in the Midlands bought one so I can go a visiting and test it out?

[Karl Derrick]

These are made to measure for the individual customer.....



Karl

[Pixiechick23]

I'm still interested I just don't have the funds at the moment, although I think I was going to talk to you about getting something padded to help my shoulder injury out. I'll be dropping you a line as soon as I have funds

[Karl Derrick]

OK, sure.
When you're ready.
Never too early to start kicking ideas around, though...

I just acquired a lovely Fender Marcus Miller Jazz bass from a member here.
I'll test the new prototype ergonomic strap on it.

The Millers aren't known for being feather-weight

If anyone would like to test the proto out, it can be borrowed for the cost of two way postage.
I believe in the honour system.


Karl

[andydye]

[quote name='Karl Derrick' timestamp='1408734520' post='2533123']
If anyone would like to test the proto out, it can be borrowed for the cost of two way postage.
I believe in the honour system.
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brilliant idea matey! I'd be very interested in meeting it!

[Karl Derrick]

Email me: [email protected]



Karl

[andydye]

[quote name='Karl Derrick' timestamp='1408743417' post='2533234']
Email me: [email protected]
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emailed

[Karl Derrick]

The proto will go out to Andydye for a play first thing next week.


Karl

[franzbassist]

I'd love to try this out too.

[Karl Derrick]

Perhaps we should get a list going.....


Karl

[andydye]

[quote name='Karl Derrick' timestamp='1408783281' post='2533386']
The proto will go out to Andydye for a play first thing next week.
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woop!

Then back to karl before going onwards to walbassist?

Edited August 23, 2014 by andydye

[Karl Derrick]

Or possibly send it direct?

Kind of a pay-it-forward arrangement.....

I will need to keep track of where it is, as it's the only datum for the design. One of a kind.
It must come home

I've punched a load more strap button holes along the tail, so there's more range of fitting for the proto.
The ones made to measure will only have one hole.


Karl

[andydye]

[quote name='Karl Derrick' timestamp='1408798160' post='2533561']
Or possibly send it direct?

I will need to keep track of where it is, as it's the only datum for the design. One of a kind.
It must come home
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am happy to send it wherever instructed

Given the insurance level for it, it will need sending by recorded delivery so you'll always know when it's arrived

Maybe ask folks to post a pic of them using it too?

[franzbassist]

Happy to cover signed for postage after it gets to me, and post pix too!

[Karl Derrick]

Yes, signed for is a must.
Insurance I'm less bothered about since I can make another.

The information is the valuable part.

The whole exercise is about you guys trying it, giving feedback, etc.
So pics are a great idea.

You'll need to bear in mind that this hasn't been made for your measurements, so it won't be perfect.


Karl

[ead]

Please add me to the list. Paying to go to the next person seems best then everybody only pays one postage.