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mark indigo
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Joined: Dec. 5 2007
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 RE: Armrest reviews (in reply to at_leo_87)
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foot stools actually have a purpose. all these guitar supports and rests are dorky and unnecessary
the guitar support i use does the job of putting the guitar into playing position for me better than crossing my leg or using a footstool
also, it is a quarter of the size and weight of a footstool, it is attached (though removable) to the guitar, and folds flat to put the guitar in the case (or walk get up and walk on/off stage or whatever), so i don't have to carry a footstool around, fit it in the case etc.
as i already said in this thread it is virtually invisible, noone ever even notices i'm using it. when i sit between 2 other guitarists in "PDL" position, the guitars are at same height and angle, in same relation to our upper bodies and arms. only difference is my leg is not crossed over, both feet are on the ground. i think some people just assume it is a variation of the "trad" position.
also, i spent about 3 minutes in the shop to buy it (no more than buying a footstool) and used it ever since for hours and hours of practising, playing, performing etc.
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Date Jun. 28 2010 22:52:39
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at_leo_87
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Joined: Aug. 30 2008
From: Boston, MA, U.S.A
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RE: Armrest reviews (in reply to pakhan)
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deniz, it's not public opinion. i dont know what the rest of the world thinks of these gadgets. it's MY opinion! they look dorky and i'm sticking to my opinion! 
mark, if you're talking about the gitano support, then ok, i admit, i once considered getting one of those.
many pros play without all these wristies, arm rests, special guitar chairs, strap on guitar supports, and guitar condoms. i think the world of guitar is pretty safe without these things, you wont die if you play without them. unless you have a larger/smaller body or medical condition, you can adjust to a normal sized guitar.
if you dont understand what im talking about, go check out a classical guitar forum. the focus seems to be on buying strings, guitars, and supports that will make you play well and comfortably. nothing ever about technique. i know im going to get attacked for saying that but i cant help what i see.
imo, these things are just shortcuts and you can become dependent on them. what would you do without them? not play?
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Date Jun. 30 2010 15:55:14
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Ramon Amira
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Joined: Oct. 14 2009
From: New York City
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RE: Armrest reviews (in reply to pakhan)
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the guitar support i use does the job of putting the guitar into playing position for me better than crossing my leg or using a footstool
also, it is a quarter of the size and weight of a footstool, it is attached (though removable) to the guitar, and folds flat to put the guitar in the case (or walk get up and walk on/off stage or whatever), so i don't have to carry a footstool around, fit it in the case etc.
as i already said in this thread it is virtually invisible, noone ever even notices i'm using it. when i sit between 2 other guitarists in "PDL" position, the guitars are at same height and angle, in same relation to our upper bodies and arms. only difference is my leg is not crossed over, both feet are on the ground. i think some people just assume it is a variation of the "trad" position.
Could you tell me which support this is, and where it can be seen on a website. Thanks.
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Date Jul. 1 2010 5:00:20
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Ron.M
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Joined: Jul. 7 2003
From: Scotland
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RE: Armrest reviews (in reply to at_leo_87)
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many pros play without all these wristies, arm rests, special guitar chairs, strap on guitar supports, and guitar condoms. i think the world of guitar is pretty safe without these things, you wont die if you play without them. .
if you dont understand what im talking about, go check out a classical guitar forum. the focus seems to be on buying strings, guitars, and supports that will make you play well and comfortably. nothing ever about technique. i know im going to get attacked for saying that but i cant help what i see
"you wont die if you play without them. . "
I agree!
Many internet guitar conversations are weighted heavily towards posture and avoiding strain and injury and tiredness etc..and all the other sheer dangers of playing the guitar... little is said about actual technique etc.
Hey....here are some other things to help you play a guitar, without killing or maiming yourself l ..
http://www.betterlifehealthcare.com/products.php?catID=27&subID=195&gclid=CJuZ78H-yqICFZUA4wodoXo9xw
cheers,
Ron
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), but this belittleing of guitarrists who do is a bit kindergarten. In a perfect world nobody needs any gadget and is never ill but thats not reality. 
I can´t remember... Maybe I used the term old broom as synonym for an old scary lady with red hair who talked my into sleep at the beginning of a concert? In Luxembourg? It could also be that I fall asleep because I don´t understand french.. Just imagine you would be forced to listen to a nothing saying monologue of 40mins in klingonian...