hollymichele
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I just got a pineapple ukulele, and want to try a no drill strap...but I'm wondering if anyone has tried a brand that works well on a pineapple shape.
I used to be distracted about the possibility of damaging a Uke’s value by fitting a strap button - Ukes are made for playing so if a particular Uke is that valuable or precious then I don’t want it.
There is a magnetic strap option, a magnet is bonded inside the Uke and another ‘couples’ with it on the outside of the body together with an attached strap. Never tried it myself but it’s surely an option worth exploring.
I never thought of a thumb pick, I’ve been looking for a gully hook,that’s what Levy straps calls the hook you put in the sound hole, as I want to make my own strap. The classical strap with hook does not work very well with a round ukulele. First problem, portion of strap that goes round body too short. Second problem won’t stay in place. Third problem flips away from you.
The Magic Fluke has two solutions. They have "sticky" Grip Strips that adhere to the back of the uke - more or less permanently. When you hold the uke against your body, the strips grip your clothing (or bare skin ). They also sell a Velcro strap attachment.
An independent person makes and sells 3" rubbery pads that adhere to both the back of the uke and to you. Unlike the other products, they can be removed very easily. I'll see if I can find a link. It's called "Stickin' with My Uke." I bought a couple at the Funky Frets Uke Fest last year.
https://www.stickinwithmyuke.com/buy
Also -
https://ukuguides.com/advanced/put-a-strap-on-your-ukulele-without-drilling/