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Little disappointment
I bought this strap for my new 5 string JB, whis is quite heavy (5,6kg), because I already have similar strap in different colour (Harley Benton Guitar Strap Padded Brown) and I am satisfied with that old one.
But this new black one, when compared with the brown one is much worse. I think, that in factory they forgot to add one layer of leather on the inner side of strap, because on the brown one, there is smooth surface on both sides of strap (except shoulder pad of course). Not the same on this black one - the inner side of strap is rough to the touch and crumbles small pieces of black fabric. Also it doesnt feel as sturdy as the brown one.
I have no courage, to use it with such heavy instrument, I don't trust that it can carry the weight reliably. According Thomann description it should have reinforced strap button holes, but it hasn't.
I will not send it back, because I will use it as a strap for one of my spare guitars, which I don't play often, but I feel a little disappointment with this purchase.
I hope that this is issue only with this one piece, not with all of the production line.
But this new black one, when compared with the brown one is much worse. I think, that in factory they forgot to add one layer of leather on the inner side of strap, because on the brown one, there is smooth surface on both sides of strap (except shoulder pad of course). Not the same on this black one - the inner side of strap is rough to the touch and crumbles small pieces of black fabric. Also it doesnt feel as sturdy as the brown one.
I have no courage, to use it with such heavy instrument, I don't trust that it can carry the weight reliably. According Thomann description it should have reinforced strap button holes, but it hasn't.
I will not send it back, because I will use it as a strap for one of my spare guitars, which I don't play often, but I feel a little disappointment with this purchase.
I hope that this is issue only with this one piece, not with all of the production line.
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It's pretty okay.
It is an okay guitar strap. I still use it and it is very comfortable, however the look of the material is one of the things I don't like.
Pros:
1. Like mentioned in the beginning, it is really comfortable. Playing live, at home, sitting and standing it feels wells. Does not feel rough on the skin when playing with tank-tops or just topless in summer, so that is a massive bonus, considering many guitar straps have the issue of having a rough material that grinds the skin.
2. Comfortable. Feels quite comfortable.
3. Adjustment. I like straps that are padded, so I was satisfied of the adjustment system. This way the guitar stays in the same height, so I am satisfied that this one has this kind of an adjustment control.
Cons:
1. Material. I honestly was not a big fan of the material of the guitar strap, because it started to wear off quite soon after purchasing it. It might have been a couple of months before it started to noticeably wear off.
In conclusion, it is a pretty okay guitar strap, but I was not happy with the material and that it started to wear of so soon.
Pros:
1. Like mentioned in the beginning, it is really comfortable. Playing live, at home, sitting and standing it feels wells. Does not feel rough on the skin when playing with tank-tops or just topless in summer, so that is a massive bonus, considering many guitar straps have the issue of having a rough material that grinds the skin.
2. Comfortable. Feels quite comfortable.
3. Adjustment. I like straps that are padded, so I was satisfied of the adjustment system. This way the guitar stays in the same height, so I am satisfied that this one has this kind of an adjustment control.
Cons:
1. Material. I honestly was not a big fan of the material of the guitar strap, because it started to wear off quite soon after purchasing it. It might have been a couple of months before it started to noticeably wear off.
In conclusion, it is a pretty okay guitar strap, but I was not happy with the material and that it started to wear of so soon.
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Length adjustment unsatisfactory
I got this strap to start learning bass.
Adjusted to its shortest, the strap is still too long, and leaves an unsightly loose end.
Otherwise, it's comfortable and hard wearing and the price is good. But that's no good to me if I can't adjust it to the right length.
Adjusted to its shortest, the strap is still too long, and leaves an unsightly loose end.
Otherwise, it's comfortable and hard wearing and the price is good. But that's no good to me if I can't adjust it to the right length.
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Good
Strap is nice for the price :)
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Harley Benton Black Leather Strap
Nice strap for the money but I think their brown suede one is a lot nicer and looks to be better quality. (I have 3 of the brown suede ones now)
This one is a bit thin and tends to get creases in the leather and stuff.
This one is a bit thin and tends to get creases in the leather and stuff.
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they used to make them better
The finish(sewing) has been dropping in quality on the last of these I got.
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Comfy but poor quality
It seams that I got the 1 in 1000, mine was not well done so I return it.
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Not perfect.
I order this belt based on reviews, however i'm slightly dissapoined in the quality. Also a point for attention; to use lockers with this belt as it slips easily from its guitar.
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Harley Benton Guitar Strap Padded Black
If you have the strap long then your shoulder will sit on the thinner part of the unpadded strap unless you attach the thicker part of the strap to the front(if that makes sense) which is a bit unusual. Also the leather is thin, or it plastic, not sure.
For it's price I suppose I shouldn't grumble
For it's price I suppose I shouldn't grumble
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Room for improvement
This padded strap is definetly better than a lot of the cheaper nylon ones. The padding has a proper thickness and the width makes it pretty comfortable.
I doubt that it will last very long though. The leather seems very thin and already has some minor cracks at spots that move and bend a lot. The adjustability takes some getting used to if you only used nylon straps before. It is not steplessly variable and you have to redo the whole back end to adjust the length. It should be short and long enough for every need, I am very small and I can adjust it to hang just over my belt (shortest setting ;-) )
This strap is not too bad for the money, considering how much some of the more luxurious brands charge, but I will try other products as well when I get the chance.
I doubt that it will last very long though. The leather seems very thin and already has some minor cracks at spots that move and bend a lot. The adjustability takes some getting used to if you only used nylon straps before. It is not steplessly variable and you have to redo the whole back end to adjust the length. It should be short and long enough for every need, I am very small and I can adjust it to hang just over my belt (shortest setting ;-) )
This strap is not too bad for the money, considering how much some of the more luxurious brands charge, but I will try other products as well when I get the chance.
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