What is your favorite bass trombone grip?
- ParkerBasstrombone
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I just recently got a Shires Q36 Bass trombone, and I was wondering what some of the good grips are, so I have more options.
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- AtomicClock
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A grip could be a hand position, a leather wrap around the tubes, or a support aid. Which do you mean?
- ParkerBasstrombone
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[quote="AtomicClock"]A grip could be a hand position, a leather wrap around the tubes, or a support aid. Which do you mean?[/quote]
Like a support aid, just something to help hold the weight of the instrument more than just my fingers.
Like a support aid, just something to help hold the weight of the instrument more than just my fingers.
- Kbiggs
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I have Sheridan Grips for my 42B and Bach 50B3. They aren’t made anymore, but Calder-Pipps in England makes a similar product.
In the past, I’ve used a variety of things. The Yamaha Strap / Klebsch strap / Leather Specialties worked pretty well for many years.
If it weren’t for the ErgoBone, I probably wouldn’t have been able to play for several years. I still use it occasionally.
I had one of the older Bullet Braces when I had an Edwards horn. It worked well once I adjusted it properly.
In the past, I’ve used a variety of things. The Yamaha Strap / Klebsch strap / Leather Specialties worked pretty well for many years.
If it weren’t for the ErgoBone, I probably wouldn’t have been able to play for several years. I still use it occasionally.
I had one of the older Bullet Braces when I had an Edwards horn. It worked well once I adjusted it properly.
- Burgerbob
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I dig the leather specialties strap currently. I've used them all.
- Dennis
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[quote="ParkerBasstrombone"]I just recently got a Shires Q36 Bass trombone, and I was wondering what some of the good grips are, so I have more options.[/quote]
Your cheapest option is going to be the Shires rest bar. It's about $20, and it fits in the finger trigger saddle with a supplied 2mm allen screw. It even comes with the hex head you need. Frankly, I don't know why it isn't supplied as stock in the Q basses. It is standard on the Custom instruments. It works, it's designed for your instrument and it's not uncomfortable once you have it set in the right place.
Your cheapest option is going to be the Shires rest bar. It's about $20, and it fits in the finger trigger saddle with a supplied 2mm allen screw. It even comes with the hex head you need. Frankly, I don't know why it isn't supplied as stock in the Q basses. It is standard on the Custom instruments. It works, it's designed for your instrument and it's not uncomfortable once you have it set in the right place.
- hyperbolica
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I like the Sheridan Get-A-Grip best. I've had to tweak it quite a bit (with a vice and a hammer), but it fits my Kanstul 1662i pretty good right now. I've also got one of those UK PiP grips, but the metal material is too soft, the piece itself is probably too long and I haven't got it formed right yet - it hits both of my F and D levers. The Curtis strap is another one that I use. It works, and isn't too inconvenient when putting the horn in a case. Very minimal. The Neo tech was too bulky and didn't fit in the case easily.
When my physical condition flares up, I've used the Ergobone. It's a bit clumsy and very expensive for what it is and I've had to design and 3d print some additional fittings, but it's a big help when I need it.
It will matter if you have a hard case or a gig bag and if the grip has something that screws onto your horn or just snaps on temporarily. So be aware of that.
When my physical condition flares up, I've used the Ergobone. It's a bit clumsy and very expensive for what it is and I've had to design and 3d print some additional fittings, but it's a big help when I need it.
It will matter if you have a hard case or a gig bag and if the grip has something that screws onto your horn or just snaps on temporarily. So be aware of that.
- AtomicClock
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[quote="Burgerbob"]I dig the leather specialties strap currently. I've used them all.[/quote]
But do you dig the current leather specialties strap? Isn't it much shorter since they restarted production?
But do you dig the current leather specialties strap? Isn't it much shorter since they restarted production?
- Burgerbob
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I got a couple new ones, they're still long enough. Just get the large size always.
- mrdeacon
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I love the Leather Specialties straps but they don’t work with my Raths. I’ve since switched to using Calder Pips grips for trombone and euphonium. These things are great and I can’t recommend them enough!
- Falin
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Does the Neotech work for all bass trombones? Are there different kinds/models?
- BGuttman
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[quote="Falin"]Does the Neotech work for all bass trombones? Are there different kinds/models?[/quote]
There is only one model and it comes with a bunch of adapters to fit different tubes. Unfortunately, if your hand position with the grip doesn't allow you to work the finger (2nd valve) trigger, you will not be able to use it.
If it fits you, it's very comfortable. If not, find something else.
There is only one model and it comes with a bunch of adapters to fit different tubes. Unfortunately, if your hand position with the grip doesn't allow you to work the finger (2nd valve) trigger, you will not be able to use it.
If it fits you, it's very comfortable. If not, find something else.