MONO Betty Guitar Strap Short - Black

I recently purchased an Ibanez TMB 100 bass, which is heavier than any of my other string instruments. I have a mild case of scoliosis, so comfort and protection are essential to me. I have been playing my Ibanez for many hours a day for the past week since I got the strap; I'm standing up at about half of that time, and I can say that this strap gets the job done nicely. The weight of the bass is evenly distributed across my back and shoulders and the instrument actually doesn't feel as heavy that way. After a long day of practice my fingers hurt, but not my back. This will be my strap of choice whenever I play on my feet.I ordered the L size because, at 6'2", my arms are long and it's actually more comfortable for me to lower the bass when I'm standing up, and I thought that would be the right size for me. However, the L size fits too long when I'm sitting down, even at its shortest. I think the shorter size would have been better. I don't need the full length offered by the L size. So just keep that in mind: Unless you're Krist Novoselic, you're probably better off with the shorter-sized strap.It may be too soon to comment on this, but I was slightly concerned about my sweat getting on the strap during the long practice hours. I noticed the strap ended up as damped as my t-shirts, yet the material on the strap does not seem to be affected and so far no bad smells are coming out of it and the surface of thge strap feel spotless. I guess I'll repost if this happens to change for me in the near future. I have three weeks of heavy practice ahead of me. That should be enough to detect any issues.

Cuando uno compra cosas de esta marca va a lo seguro, su calidad es increíble siempre. Es un Strap súper cómodo.

Most guitar straps are too long, too uncomfortable, too xyz. Not this one. I put MONO Short straps on all of my electric guitars and basses. I'm a thinner female so the padded nature of this strap feels amazing; it doesn't cut into my collarbones or cut off my circulation.I'd recommend this strap to anyone, but folks who may be on the shorter or thinner side will especially appreciate it. It's so comfortable and doesn't cause you fatigue when you play standing up for hours.I've had all 3 of my MONO straps for years and they still hold up well. The slit at the end of the strap that connects to the guitar is a little small/tight, but that's a minor issue compared to the excellent value. Get this strap!

I'm a short guy (5 foot 4) with a big guitar (Gibson semi-hollow body). Using a regular 2-inch-wide cotton strap was extremely uncomfortable and took its toll on my neck and shoulder. I've had good experiences with other MONO products, so I decided to give this strap (the short version) a try. It's worth every penny. The part of the strap that goes over your shoulder is nicely padded with memory foam cores, and it's width distributes the weight very evenly across my shoulder. Practices with my band can run for several hours, and I can play standing up the whole time without much issue. Most of the time, it's my feet that get fatigued before my shoulder.I also own a MONO Doolittle strap, which I use on a much lighter Strat. I prefer the overall look of the Doolittle, but I don't like the rubber end panels on that strap because they are very difficult to put over your end pins. The Betty also has rubber end panels, but they are not as thick, and therefore, much easier to put on an take off. They still have a strong grip, though, so I don't worry about the safety of my guitar.The thickness of the padded section on the strap does mean that it can get pretty warm--I definitely find my shoulder getting sweaty after extended play. Also, I have to set the strap as short as it can go (and even then, it's a touch long), but that shouldn't be a problem as long as you're taller than me. If you're looking for a stylish strap that also maximizes comfort, this is a good place to start.

the only strap for me

I've purchased several straps in the last few months, trying to find a good one to replace my favorite 25 year old leather strap which is starting to look more "dead cow" than leather. I tried several from Amazon, including a Perri's Leathers (was cheap, it'll do, just barely), a Fort Bryan (was really cheap, sent back) and a Franklin from Zzounds (very nice, but too long). I realized quickly my cheapness was causing me much disappointment. I decided that I needed to give the Mono a shot. I just received it and it seems very well made and is quite attractive. I've never used anything other than a leather strap. Initially, I can't say that the padded design will be more comfortable than a good broken in leather strap, Only a few long gigs will tell. But I can say I've got a couple of complaints right off the bat. First is the length. This is the Short model, which Mono claims goes as short as 40", which is about the ideal length for me. But my shortest adjustment on the strap I received is more like 41.5". I know it doesn't sound like much, but to me it means I may end up sending it back, as it is verging on too low, and not adjustable. (I did check that the strap has the 'S' tag, not the 'L' tag). The other issue I see is the metal hardware and the potential it has to do great damage to the finish of my instruments- something that isn't remotely a concern with a good leather strap. But the metal hardware should hold up well. As for the rubber ends, I think I really like them- they lock very assuredly onto the Planet Waves Elliptical End Pins I use on all of my basses.If I decide I like it enough and can get past my fear of the metal hardware dinging the bass, I may consider modifying the adjustable portion of the strap, by shortening the nylon portion where it attaches to the metal adjuster. It seems a shame to have to do it, but it may be the only way I can live with the strap .