And, when it comes to the subject of the guitar strap, it might be safe to say there are no two people on earth who set theirs in exactly the same way. And this issue becomes especially sticky when you apply it to acoustic guitars. Beginning with the question of strap peg placement and ending with the fact that some acoustics don't even have pegs, there's a lot to consider. Join us, today, as we show you how to attach a guitar strap to an acoustic guitar, and get yourself performance-ready, with Strap Graphics Co.
When it comes to attaching your strap to an electric guitar, there's no contest. Work the pegs on the back and front-top-end of the guitar through the opposing holes of your strap. This will create a secure belt, keeping your ax roped around your body. No sweat. When it comes to an acoustic guitar, the situation's usually not quite so simple. Many guitar manufacturers have begun putting out acoustic models with strap pegs at the front and back, like with an electric.
And, in those cases, strapping up couldn't be easier if you tried. But the truth is, this isn't the industry standard, and the vast majority of acoustic guitars still come with one strap button at the back. This is a design standard that goes back to the earliest days of the acoustic guitar's design. Traditional players would string a thin rope from a button at the back of the guitar to just past the nut of the guitar, behind the strings.
This was done for two reasons. Firstly, guitar luthiers didn't want to drill too many holes in the instruments lest they ruin the sound. Also, acoustic guitars suffer from " neck dive " when strapped so the strap goes from the guitar's base to its shoulder, like on an electric guitar. This means the guitar's balance gets thrown off, with the neck and headstock dipping during play instead of staying level with the player. This is because the guitar's body is so much lighter than the rest of it, being made out of thin, box-shaped wood.
The front of the guitar is much heavier than the back and, when put on a small axis like a front and back strap, it tends to plummet downwards.
So what's the solution? A wider center of gravity, it turns out. While guitar manufacturing is at a level now where we don't have to worry as much about making holes in them, balancing is still an issue.
To get around this, acoustic guitarists use straps that go from the back of the guitar, over their shoulders and all the way to the guitar's nut. What happens with an acoustic guitar strapped in this way is that there is a much wider center of gravity to the whole instrument.
It can't pivot sharply on one small point, giving you, the player, much more control over its movements while you are standing. It's part of why many acoustic guitars are still, to this day, only equipped with the one strap pin. It's not only about tradition. A second strap pin would be easy to install. It's just not necessary - we've already found the perfect setup!
Here's how it's done:. An acoustic guitar strap will typically be sold with a shoelace or piece of thick nylon threading. If they haven't provided you with one, take matters into your own hands with about 25 to 30 inches worth.
Firstly, look at the size of the strap. If it is too big, it may slip off easily. The size should be in coherence with your height. Buying an adjustable strap is much more effective as you can easily adjust it according to your preferences.
Secondly, we recommend that you buy a padded strap as it does not dig into your shoulders. It tends to be much more comfortable and helps you play for longer. When it comes to the materials, the choice is up to you. Some include a cotton construction, while others may include a leather one. Pick one that suits you best.
Leather straps tend to be the most durable, so they will provide you with much more security than cotton straps. Also, guitar straps are available in a number of different cool designs and colors. Choose one that fits your style and brand the best. In case there is only one metallic button at the base of the guitar, you can choose a strong cord or a string to fit the other side. You can fix one side of the strap to the metal button, similar to the above procedure.
When it comes to the other end of the strap, take a strong cord and slide it between the top of the neck and the strings. Take it all the way to the other side of the neck and slide it through the remaining strap slit.
Tie a secure knot and continue testing the strap. Strap locks perform the same function as strap buttons, but they enhance the stability and security of the strap. Classical acoustic guitars are not equipped with any strap pins. Each strap consists of a closed loop, worn around the neck, or over one shoulder and under the opposite arm usually the right arm for a right-handed player.
At the end of the loop is a braided lace with a plastic hook. Lead the lace behind and under the guitar at its waist, and back up in front to the sound-hole. Note, when using a classical guitar strap on a classical guitar, the player must at all times keep at least one hand on the guitar to prevent it from tipping forward and falling. How to adjust the length of a guitar strap with a feed-through adjustment system.
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