Common Types Of Guitar Straps

If you play guitar, then chances are you own a guitar strap.  If not, then go buy a strap now!  Every guitarist with any intention of playing standing up needs a strap.  I'm sure you will find one you like because there are a lot of options available.  In this article I want to discuss leather guitar straps in a little more detail.

Let's begin by going over some reasons to get a strap.  The main reason to get a strap is because they are so useful.  If you want to stand up on stage and play, you will need a strap.  Straps can also be used as a sort of fashion statement.  In fact many notable guitarists often use the craziest looking straps they can find.

Guitar straps do come in a ton of colors and designs.  If you don't like looking ordinary, you can buy really colorful patterns to help you stand out from everyone else.  Of course, some people prefer to use simple black straps to keep the focus on the looks of the guitar itself.  If you want a strap in a certain color, I'm sure you can find it.  If you don't want a solid color you can get straps adorned with smiley faces, skulls, flowers, etc.  When it comes to length, most straps are about the same and can be adjusted.  But thickness can vary, so you can get a heavy durable strap or a lightweight one depending on your preferences.

Straps can come in a variety of materials, but I suggest getting a leather strap.  Leather straps are favored by many professional guitarists.  One reason is that they simply look a lot fancier than simple black straps.  Leather is also a very durable material, so you don't need to worry about replacing your strap any time soon.  Despite what many people think, you can also get leather straps in a variety of different colors because of dyes.  One more reason to get a leather strap is for comfort. They tend to be thick and wide, which helps spread out the weight of the guitar.

Finally, let's discuss the custom guitar strap.  Are you unable to find a strap that you really like?  If so, you can buy personalized guitar straps online.  You can specify your length, thickness, material, etc.  You can choose a color or design to make it look just how you want.  And since it is a custom strap you can personalize it even more and get your name or band logo on it.  Custom guitar straps make great gifts, and despite what you may be thinking they are often fairly affordable too.