Uke Thong

I just got this one:
http://www.fleamarketmusic.com/store/scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=213
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I go all out and install a strap button
 
I never felt comfortable in them, they always seemed to ride up on me... but hey if it's comfortable for you...
 
I tried one on my classical guitar, but wasn't a big fan. I'm getting strap buttons on both that and my ukulele today.
 
Melissa82 said:
What's that?
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It screws into the end of your uke...then you can use a regular guitar strap (or mandilin strap). It is a permanant modification...and a lot of people don't like drilling a hole in the end of their uke. Your local guitar shop can do it for you, though.
 
Melissa82 said:
What's that?
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looks like this, and allows me to use a guitar strap. I like it that way because it gives me support on the neck so I don't drop it when I clumsily change chords...:cool:
Here's my Kala watermelon with the (of course) green strap .
 

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leftovermagic84 said:
looks like this, and allows me to use a guitar strap. I like it that way because it gives me support on the neck so I don't drop it when I clumsily change chords...:cool:
Here's my Kala watermelon with the (of course) green strap .
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Very cool!
 
I use one, but not consistently. They tend to sampen the top board a bit, affecting the sound. And I can't let go of the uke, like with a proper strap.At least one hand still needs to be holding on. But still nice to have one.​
 
Now it's actually starting to hurt my neck... I'm probably just holding my uke wrong.
 
I just got this from MGM. Same concept as the uke thong, but the look of it appealed to me more.

Anyway, I like it too. Helps me concentrate more on getting better at actually playing.
 
alec534 said:
I tried one on my classical guitar, but wasn't a big fan. I'm getting strap buttons on both that and my ukulele today.
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I've always been too leary to try one on CG. By design, the entire weight of the guitar is exerting outward pressure at the soundhole, and that can't be good for a delicate top. And installing a strap button on a CG worth thousands is considered a sacrilege. :eek:

In comparison, the uke is very light and easy to hold, especially sitting down, so I'll just stick with that for now. If I ever decide I need support to play standing up, I wouldn't hesitate to put a strap button on it. :)
 
I am trying to improve my playing by recording. One of the things I've been noticing is that I make mistakes because the uke is sliding off my lap. I'm not sure this will help and I'm with itsme, I'm not drilling a hole in the side of my Kamaka. Any suggestions other than the thong?
 
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