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Several days ago I bought the Dynarette GD-20. It comes in medium and large...I bought the latter.
I'm now a new convert. I've never felt more comfortable playing an archtop. I haven't tried it on my nylon string yet, but the guitars raised position feels like a godsend. I also enjoy being able to tilt the guitar towards me and have it remain in perfect playing position.
Makes me wonder what took me so long to sample one of these. Thanks Jim Soloway!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...PWE63T2S0&th=1
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10-05-2016 06:14 PM
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I have one on order courtesy of a short discussion with Jim. They should probably endorse him at this point. I bought the medium because I sit on a settee in my music room and it has low legs that keep me closer to the ground.
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Been dying to git one of these. My rolled up yellow microfiber towel doesn't work or look that good all the time.
thanks 2b
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Both the "Neck Up" guitar support and the Dynarette work for me but I much prefer the "Neck Up" guitar support.
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I have both sizes and use them mostly for classical. Depending where you sit bigger or smaller might be better. R
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I also prefer the neck up. It also fits electric and thin guitars.
Originally Posted by John Link
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Has anyone tried the Tenor TPGS+? It has a similar suction cup design to the Neck-Up, and generally good reviews.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019MIPZ8M..._5LU9xbNBG9PTMLast edited by KirkP; 10-06-2016 at 08:26 PM.
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No way I'm putting a suction cup on a $7k archtop rim...just sayin'
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For that matter, is the Dynarette nitro safe?
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I have used the Dynarette for years. It puts everything in a better arrangement for me.
One thing I did was, not knowing what size to buy, I purchased a large. It was mostly too large, so I carefully cut the foam into 1/3 and 2/3 pieces. Now I can use use it in either small, medium and large sizes simply by changing which piece(s) I put in the cover.
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Right now I use a guitar strap, it keeps the higher frets in a more natural position, but I could see where that cushion would keep the lower frets positioned at a less stressful angle for playing at lower frets.
Invent a better mouse trap...
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I'm guessing yes. I used it on my Heritage every day for a year without any issues. Originally Posted by aboutIt
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Right now I use a guitar strap while sitting, it keeps the higher frets in a more natural position, but I could see where that cushion would keep the lower frets positioned at a less stressful angle for playing at lower frets.
Invent a better mouse trap...
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Not to derail 2bop's paean to the Dynarette but this works very well too if you aren't afraid of suction cups:
De Oro Ergonomic Guitar Supports | Acoustic, Classical, Flamenco
The Dynarette is comfortable and I can imagine repurposing it as a pillow for a catnap. I don't have a Dynarette although I have tried one. Trouble is, it has a tendency to slide off your thigh. It would be perfect if it had the suction cups that 2bop hates!
I have the 6" Neck Up. 16" or larger archtops are too large for it. The maker of Neck Up provides good quality Made in USA suction cups which don't leach plasticisers so they are safe but don't leave them attached to your guitar overnight. Wax your guitar often where the suction cups go on and it will be fine. No hickeys.
Anything is better than nothing. Improving your playing posture is one of those things nobody talks about very often.
Please stay very safe, my jazz bros, their loved ones and others who live in the path of the hurricane.
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Save your back. Buy the original Dynarette. I kinda like supporting this store: The Classical Guitar Store ...since 1967 - Supports . Originally Posted by Dedalus
Mmm, I think I need one (insert bad back smiley here).
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Originally Posted by Jabberwocky
I love this store. When my son was in college in Philadelphia, this was my hide-out whenever my wife threatened another trip to Lululemon or Blue Mercury in the Rittenhouse Square area. I ended up buying a classical guitar there his freshman year.
I'm definitely going to try one of these Dynarettes, likely the medium sized version. As an experiment, last evening I tried using a rolled up face towel under my archtop, and it did make a big difference in terms of ergonomics and comfort.
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After several days of ownership I've observed some noticeable pluses.
A) If you often play acoustically, like I do, the dynarette allows for multiple higher playing positions
B) cushion positioning allows for the advantage of tilting the guitar top at such an angle where the back no longer hugs against my side, muffling volume. I can comfortably position the guitar back slightly out and away from my body and play more comfortably.
I feel greater fretboard finger control playing in the higher positions allowed by the cushion. This after only a few hours of use.
I couldn't imagine playing an archtop without it again. The big bertha 18" nearly 4" deep archtop arrives from the shop with a new Biltoft CC pickup in a few days...I can't wait to give it a spin on the new "love" cushion.
The back side of this version has a velvet type cover, which once positioned doesn't slide on the thigh. I've not seen the back of the previous versions but perhaps the non slide covering was one of the improvements?
At any rate, I'd say $40 well spent...kinda nice after 6 years to find something that makes playing more comfortable and enjoyable...who knows, I could begin practicing more and eventually post a video! I've got two mics and mic stands each of which have never been used
Last edited by 2bornot2bop; 10-08-2016 at 06:41 AM.
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Good to see that you've gone this route. You know what it's done for me.
As for the Dynarette VS the suction cup options, there are both pluses and minuses to both. The advantage of the suction cup models is that because the device is attached to the guitar, it's much easier to move with your instrument. If you stand up with the Dynarette, it's a two handed operation which can make it clumsy for a while. Eventually you learn that to do anything that requires a hand or moving about, you remove the Dynarette first and then get up. The disadvantage of the suction cup models is that because they are attached to the guitar, it's very tiresome to use them with multiple guitars. The cushion is an ideal solution for frequently moving between guitars. Having a medium size and a large size also allow me to move easily between a standard height chair and a taller stool.
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Jim, thanks for having mentioned the dynarette for several years for without you doing so I wouldn't have known about it.
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Another disadvantage to the suction cup supports is that the cups attachments can fall off/come loose under pressure.For my classical and flamenco guitars, I switched to the Kris Barnett support and have been very pleased. Unfortunately one can't get the magnets in an archtop unless the f-holes and sides are large enough. I'm going to fit one to my Eastman ElRey4 but use different interior magnets as the sound holes in that guitar can accommodate a magnet.
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It really says a lot about the value of this forum as a resource for sharing information. I've known about the Dynarette for years but I only got really interested when I saw a video here of Mimi Fox with one on a day when I was having a lot of trouble with my back. Then Mark Rhodes told me about his experiences and I decided to give it a try and I've been using it (along with my smaller Oasis) ever since. So et's chalk this one up to the accumulated experience and wisdom that we have around here. Originally Posted by 2bornot2bop
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Judging by the vast number of different devices available apparently this guitar support thing has been around for some time, but I'm just becoming aware of them.
Let that be a notice to a new guitar player visiting the forum, for had I known 6 years ago a device could improve my playing posture and perhaps my playing I'd have acquired one of these devices earlier. Having the option to position the guitar in multiple higher positions really makes a difference in my left (weak) hand control...I'm noticing that immediately. Okay, time for some scale and arpeggio practice!
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I first became aware of them about 6 or 7 years ago when I saw John Knowles playing at the the CAAS. He was using one of the suction cup versions on his classical and he just looked so relaxed when he played. Originally Posted by 2bornot2bop
Judging by the vast number of different devices available apparently this guitar support thing has been around for some time, but I'm just becoming aware of them.
Let that be a notice to a new guitar player visiting the forum, for had I known 6 years ago a device could improve my playing posture and perhaps my playing I'd have acquired one of these devices earlier. Having the option to position the guitar in multiple higher positions really makes a difference in my left (weak) hand control...I'm noticing that immediately. Okay, time for some scale and arpeggio practice!Last edited by Jim Soloway; 10-08-2016 at 08:37 PM.
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I have one too. They are good.
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2b, Originally Posted by 2bornot2bop
From where did you buy this version with the nonslip, velvet cover on the back?
Thanks in advance!Last edited by kkfan; 10-08-2016 at 11:36 PM.
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