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Ian Campbell


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Austin, Texas
Post  Posted 12 May 2004 10:45 am    
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In certain situations I need to play my Square Neck Tricone whilst standing, apart from the inevitable visit to the chiropractor, I am concerned about stresses on the metal neck and where would be the most sensible place to attach the strap at the headstock end.
In short, am I going to do any potential damage - this is a beautiful 1930 Style 1 that I recently purchased from a fellow forum member who kept it in remarkable condition, something I want to ensure is continued during my ownership.

Your collective wisdom would be appreciated.

Regards,

Ian
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Ron Randall

 

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Dallas, Texas, USA
Post  Posted 12 May 2004 3:31 pm    
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Ian,

I too, own a 1927 2.5 Tricone. The wood goes down into the metal neck a good long ways. I remember looking at that when I installed a new set of cones.
IMHO I don't see how you would ever have a problem.
I use a plain old strap that ties at the head stock. I use a strap lock at the end pin, so I can't drop it from there.
I find the guitar to be louder and fuller in the standing position, as one's body does not block the sound.

Ron
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Graham Griffith


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Tempe, N.S.W., Australia
Post  Posted 14 May 2004 12:19 am    
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Put it on a padded keyboard stand. I've done that and it works fine.

Graham
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