Thunderous Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I have had multiple guitars on hangers, but they all have base supports on the rear strap button, so there is very little stress on the neck. I have never had any neck problems, but I want to use a hand-shaped guitar hanger that looks cool, but has no base/bottom support. Is this safe for glued on necks? I know neck-through guitars have no worries, but I'll be hanging a few Gibsons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L5Larry Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 There are no structural issues, or inherent problems with hanging a guitar from it's headstock. The tension of the strings pulling everything between the headstock and bridge together is far greater than the weight of the guitar, hanging from it's headstock (pulling away from the bridge). If you like playing with math, this might be a fun calculation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender 4 Life Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 just do your research on "what hanger cover mat'l won't eat my nitro" because not all "nitro safe" hangers are safe for NEW nitro finishes as my Flying V can attest by the naked spots on the underside of the headstock......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaygl Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Take a picture of your guitar and hang it on the wall.....or just brag to all your friends about it. The best and safest place for your Gibson is in it's case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eracer_Team Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I've been using the GS1000 ( http://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Support-GS1000-Guitar-Stand/dp/B001KF1F12 ) floor standing hang-by-neck stands for a number of years now and they claim Nitro safe rubber. Sadly some guitars just sit on the stand far to long waiting for me to play them, But the good news is no neck issues Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobF_ Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I've had my '99 B7 hanging for most of its life. Zero issues with structural integrity or finish. I've also had Strats, Teles, Peaveys, Epis all hanging without problems. I LOVE the convenience of having my guitars hanging or on stands right there in my face where it takes zero effort to hang one on and play. I've gone thru periods where they stayed in cases during moves, extended work travel and such. What a PITA. My guitars are players and are still pristine without being jailed :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderous Posted June 19, 2014 Author Share Posted June 19, 2014 It's great that your guitars are free and not locked in a cage as wicked as they may be. I really like displaying my guitars and access is really easy. Most helpful when I just grab a different guitar in whatever tuning I need in an instant. (Most have tremolos) I have an upstairs living room that is my guitar room and a guitar is hanging in each available spot surrounding the room with autographed pictures, album covers and tons of guitar related stuff. I do keep my guitar room humidified at all times and frequently polish them so the dust does not start causing issues. I love that room. I'm happy to hear no one has had any issues with hanging their axe. I saw hangers called Guitar Grip and decided to hang my coffin shaped (Graveyard disciple Epiphone)guitar in the skeleton hand. I never play that guitar, but it looks interesting especially with a hand coming out of the wall holding it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xkimo Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 There are no structural issues, or inherent problems with hanging a guitar from it's headstock. The tension of the strings pulling everything between the headstock and bridge together is far greater than the weight of the guitar, hanging from it's headstock (pulling away from the bridge). If you like playing with math, this might be a fun calculation. L5 Larry, Playing with math,really ? That is why I play music ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L5Larry Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 L5 Larry, Playing with math,really ? That is why I play music ! Ah, but music IS nothing but math (but don't tell anyone, it's a secret). http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Music_and_mathematics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gibsonjunkie Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I've been hanging guitars on String Swings for years. I line the hooks with sticky-back felt "just in case". Link to felt at Amazon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeThomasmusic Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Just an FYI I used to run a music shop and found this out the hard way. If your guitar has a nitrocellulose finish stay clear of any wall hooks, or guitar stands that have the orange plastic like rubber tubing One company that comes to mind that makes them is Ultra stands. Anyhow, over time the rubber will eat away at your finish and cause a faded stripe on the back of the neck where it was hanging. I have no idea what type of chemicals are used to make those rubber things but for whatever reason they seem to have a chemical reaction when they come into contact with nitro finishes. Non nitro finishes seem to be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderous Posted June 20, 2014 Author Share Posted June 20, 2014 Thanks for all the great info guys! I'll line it with felt. I have my other hangers with medical grade "template plastic" that I molded to the hanger with my dentist wife's equipment. I have not seen any sign of marks on any of the guitars. Even nitro after about 5 years now. The hanger I made holds the guitar by the strap buttons only. Just a metal 90 degree angle and a 1 inch wood block so the head bends back, but doesn't hit the wall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badbluesplayer Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 There are no structural issues, or inherent problems with hanging a guitar from it's headstock. The tension of the strings pulling everything between the headstock and bridge together is far greater than the weight of the guitar, hanging from it's headstock (pulling away from the bridge). If you like playing with math, this might be a fun calculation. A set of 10-46's strung to standard tuning on a 24-3/4 scale guitar creates about 97 pounds of total tension. So there ya go! No problem there!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidblast Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 A set of 10-46's strung to standard tuning on a 24-3/4 scale guitar creates about 97 pounds of total tension. So there ya go! No problem there!! well yea but BBP,, Weren't you are also the same dude that knew how to get bird s**t out of your man stuff, so obviously,-- brilliant!.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L5Larry Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 A set of 10-46's strung to standard tuning on a 24-3/4 scale guitar creates about 97 pounds of total tension. So there ya go! No problem there!! OK, now what the weight of the guitar hanging from it's neck? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobF_ Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 A set of 10-46's strung to standard tuning on a 24-3/4 scale guitar creates about 97 pounds of total tension. So there ya go! No problem there!! OK, now what the weight of the guitar hanging from it's neck? If we use 9# for the guitar weight, then -- the strings are pulling up 97#, the body pulls down 9# ... net 88# upward force. How the heck does the guitar keep from floating out of the hanger?!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badbluesplayer Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 OK, now what the weight of the guitar hanging from it's neck? 8 lb. 3 oz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badbluesplayer Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 If we use 9# for the guitar weight, then -- the strings are pulling up 97#, the body pulls down 9# ... net 88# upward force. How the heck does the guitar keep from floating out of the hanger?!!! The strings are pulling up on the stopbar and down on the tuning pegs so the axe stays put! Newtons second law. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobF_ Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 The strings are pulling up on the stopbar and down on the tuning pegs so the axe stays put! Newtons second law. Man, I lobbed one out there for a chance at a really creative response ... and you respond with facts? - LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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