MCK Posted January 1, 2009 Share Posted January 1, 2009 Never used them before and would like to get some feedback before something sad happens. Any thoughts? Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelby Posted January 1, 2009 Share Posted January 1, 2009 Never used them before and would like to get some feedback before something sad happens. Any thoughts? Thanks in advance. Y'know, everything CAN break, but the Straplocks probably won't, the screw almost always pulls out of the wood first. That being said, I hate the extra "fixtures" from strap locking systems, they squeak and hold the strap out an extra half inch, and annoy me... I've been using Dunlop's Dual Lok system. Just slips over the strap button after the strap, and twists on. I'm very active on stage, and these never let me down. Your mileage may vary. Shel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCK Posted January 1, 2009 Author Share Posted January 1, 2009 Thanks! This is great to hear. I feel better already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boston004681 Posted January 1, 2009 Share Posted January 1, 2009 I hear they're decent but I don't really like them 'cause of how they work. The Dunlops i've seen have all had this system where all you have to do to release the strap button is push the button. I dont feel safe with this. i feel like im gonna accidently hit the button and drop my beautiful axe. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AXE® Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 Schallers are the BEST way to protect your guitar... Period... Look at what the pro's use almost exclusively, there's a reason for that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MLB Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 I use Schallers on a coupla my guitars. Only issue I've had with Schallers is you have to be careful that the knob you pull out to release it from the strap button is always properly screwed into the locking mechanism that attaches to the guitar strap peg. Every now and again I rotate the knob while holding my finger against the inside of the strap lock and make sure it's tight. I like the Schallers as they aren't as large as the Dunlop's. Haven't really had Dunlop's on a guitar before. Very nice and thoughtful that Gibson included a set with the DF tho...very good idea on our new investment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AXE® Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 Put the catch in a vice of some kind, get a socket to fit the nut and spin it down tight. Problem solved. I have a set of 20 year old Schaller's I've tightened once. The first time . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCK Posted January 3, 2009 Author Share Posted January 3, 2009 Agreed. I used a Schaller for many years on heavy basses and never had a problem. The design is sound in the the guitar side sits in the U shaped strap side. Gravity holds you tight. Dunlops made me a little nervous since the ball bearing thingys may grind down over time etc but I guess they're ok. I am too paranoid at this time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basshole Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 i have them on all my basses, they have never failed me once, i move around alot, throw my guitars around and they have never failed. just always inspected them before use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyree Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Schallers for sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alouf Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 I never heard of them, but which Schaller straplock are good for the LPs? I see there is different models being offered on their website. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spindrift Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 I Have on my Les Paul GT, no problems with it. They are really strong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieP Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 I have schallers on all of my guitars. I think they have the best design. The way the cup traps with gravity and pull to release. Even if the pin is accidently pulled it won't come off without lifting out of the cup. I use either #445, 446 or 447. The difference is the finish you want> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elantric Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 If you go to Schallers - be sure to keep the Strap Nuts tight - When used on thick Levi's leather straps, I have had the Schaller Strap Nuts come off mid performance and that sucks. http://accessories.musiciansfriend.com/product/Schaller-Strap-Locks-and-Buttons-Pair-?sku=360389 I put a few drops of super glue in the Strap Nuts and that solved the problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsx Posted January 10, 2009 Share Posted January 10, 2009 they work great. got a set in black on my robot les paul. although they stick out a bit they look quite cool and very safe. i've done a few flips and usually am quite rough with it onstage, they haven't let me down so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paitken76 Posted January 12, 2009 Share Posted January 12, 2009 I love them. I used to use Schaller straplocks but they got a little loose after a while and I had to retighten them now and then. (party due to the fact that the screws that come with them are skinnier than the screws that come with the Gibson strap buttons, and you cant use your Gibson strap button screws with them because the whole for the screw isnt big enough.) The Dunlop strap lock screws are a good tight fit and are similar to the Gibson screws. I'm not one for putting little peices of wood or a tooth pick in my guitar to make a screw fir snug. No thanks! As far as playing with them, I don't run about the stage too much these days (Like rsx. Cant say I've tried doing flips with them either!) but they've never let me down and are quite secure. I have a set on each of my Gibsons. I think you'll like them :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejay Posted January 12, 2009 Share Posted January 12, 2009 I have used Dunlops and they wore out in a few yrs, dropped my LP and that was that. Switched to Schallers and never looked back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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