Accessories Finally found a neck strap that doesn’t slip

[davidk]

I have a couple of these neck straps now: Vintage Seventies Sax Straps – The Seventies Saxophone Straps

I’ve been playing my latest, with the diamond pattern, over several rehearsals and gigs, including an intensive weekend of full time playing, and the adjustment piece is still in exactly the same position relative to the diamond pattern. I use the optional neck pad, and it keeps the webbing away from the front of my neck, eliminating the need for a wide adjuster.

I use the alto size for my tenor sac, so if you get one just measure your existing strap and get the corresponding size. I recommend these for people who don’t like leather.

 

[atwl77]

I've been using a BG Comfort Strap on both my alto and tenor, and haven't really noticed any slip while practicing. Granted, I only practice, on average, an hour a day, so maybe it hasn't gone through much rigourous use as yours.

 

[turf3]

Those are just guitar straps with a different hook.

You'll note that they go AROUND the neck, rather than having the choker slider; the sliding link adjusts the total circumference of the strap.

The advantage is that, since you don't have to unslide a slider to get it over your head, the height adjustment is constant. It also spreads the two sides of the strap further apart on your shoulders.

 

[Grumps]

I actually judge saxophonists by the neck straps they use.
Simpler, the better.

 

[turf3]

Judge, and prepare to be judged.