TromboneChat

Bach5G wrote: ↑Mon Jun 03, 2024 11:58 pm

john14u wrote: ↑Mon Jun 03, 2024 10:58 pm check out the new yamaha strap, it's super comfy https://jp.yamaha.com/products/musical_ ... index.html

I wonder if it’s available in N America.

Probably will be. That's also a pretty interesting trombone wrap design on the YSL-825, as well as just an interesting design overall.

https://jp.yamaha.com/products/musical_ ... index.html

tbonesullivan wrote: ↑Tue Jun 04, 2024 7:28 am

Bach5G wrote: ↑Mon Jun 03, 2024 11:58 pm

I wonder if it’s available in N America.

Probably will be. That's also a pretty interesting trombone wrap design on the YSL-825, as well as just an interesting design overall.

https://jp.yamaha.com/products/musical_ ... index.html

ysl825.jpg

Tried that one. If you like the new heavy Xenos, it fits in this category.

If anyone is considering buying a Leather Specialties strap, be aware that the medium size only fits a tenor trombone.
On a bass trombone, it was way too short—basically unusable. I sent it back and got a large one, which fits correctly if used according to the manufacturer’s instructions, but it’s still not long enough to be used the way Burgerbob demonstrates in his video. I purchased it from Thomann in January 2025.

I always just get the large.

I did a lot of looking around when I needed a grip for a new bass trombone. The bullet wouldn't work, based on my horn configuration. I ended up buying from Calderpips Music in the UK (link below). They make the metal "S" grips under hand stitched leather. They custom make each grip in the colors you want. I was really surprised at how quickly it arrived and the quality. No problems with payment or delivery through PayPal.

When you get the grip, you have to adjust/bend it a but to your liking, and again over time, as you get used to it and figure out exactly what you want. I was very happy with the outcome. I recently transferred it to my new bass trombone and it works even better on that horn.

It fits easily to the horn and comes off when putting your horn away, so no storage/fitting problems here. Mine stays attached to the slide when I put it on a stand without having to put it back with each use.

https://calderpipsmusic.com/trombone-grip