Adjustable Folding Performance Chair / Stool for Upright Bass at Gollihur Music - Double Bass, Upright Bass, String Bass Specialists

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Accessories for Upright Bass: Stools and Carts

Adjustable Folding Performance Chair / Stool for Upright Bass

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$142.50

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We've been looking for some time for a rehearsal/performance chair that is adjustable for bassists - but not too heavy, bulky, or complicated. When we first found this one, they were unavailable! But we have now scored a supply of them and plan to keep them as a stock item. Both Mark and Bob have used this chair on several gigs and rehearsals over the last few months, and we feel that it offers great value as an ultra-portable seat.

When rehearsals go long and legs get tired (and old - Bob), it's wonderful to have something to enable you to sit while playing. There are many different seats, and as players ourselves we kinda classify them in two groups. There are those designed for permanent use in a performance or rehearsal space; while comfy, they are too heavy and/or big, since they're not really designed to be "portable." Then come the ones that are more easily transportable. This adjustable chair is deep in the latter group — it's extremely compact and light - yet sturdy enough for most players.

The Facts:

weight is just 10.8 lbs
when folded is only 45 inches high, 14 inches wide, and 4 1/4 inches deep
rated for up to 250 lbs.
seat size 13x10 inches
seat height adjusts from 18 to 32 inches

The seat of this folding stool is lightly padded to save weight, and it's infinitely adjustable from approximately 18 to 32 inches for just the right play height for most players. It uses a clever sliding mechanism to lock the seat into your preferred height by using eight solid rubber (replaceable) stoppers that pinch the tubing in four places. There's also a built-in footrest ten inches above the floor so you can get adopt a comfortable position that works for you.

The chair's low-profile frame is made of powder-coated steel, so it doesn't "stand out" on stage - but has a classy, understated look. It also has a small 13x20 inch footprint - which makes it less likely someone will trip over the legs trying to scuttle by on a crowded stage!

Just a tip: If you've never used a stool or played seated, you may find that you adopt a position with your bass at a lower angle as shown in the photo to the left. Depending on several factors, including the floor, the tip on your endpin, etc., the bass may have a tendency to try to slide away from you. Constantly fighting that slide may cause you to tense up your left hand, particularly - and that's not good!

We mention this just so you are aware of the possibility, and to show you a related product — the

Xeros Upright Bass Endpin Anchor. Now you know what it's for! It has a "cup" that holds the endpin in place, and its adjustable strap has a loop which goes around the chair's foot. It holds the bass securely so you can concentrate on playing, rather than foiling a bass escape attempt! Of course, a looped piece of rope or other material can do the same thing, though it's not as elegant. You can even take off your belt if it's an emergency... as long as it doesn't create another one! ;-)

As mentioned above, the eight solid rubber stoppers are a wear item and can easily be replaced if it becomes necessary. It shouldn't happen anytime soon, but we do have the replacements available separately. See "related items," below.

$142.50

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Replacement Rubber Roller Set for Adjustable Folding Performance Chair / Stool

Our folding rehearsal chair has rubber stoppers which allow for the seat to be placed in many positions - after a while, you might want to replace them...

$19.00

Xeros Upright Bass Endpin Anchor

This unique endpin strap system keeps the bass from "walking away" from you while playing or during extended rests.

$12.50

Ebony Performance Mute for Upright Bass

A classic three-prong styled ebony performance mute. It dampens the instrument's vibrations and results in a "softer" sound.

$29.00

Here is what some of our customers think about this product:

Just want you to know I received the bass chair today and it's WONDERFUL!!!!!!! This is absolutely the only stool/chair I've ever tried that truly was just what I needed so money very well spent. Got so tired of trying stools and standing on coke boxes to reach the bass and now this is a perfect fit. I personally recommend this to anyone and you have my permission to do so. Thanks for your prompt handling and quality products. Am proudly sporting the BASS stickers on both vehicles, also. Thanks again.
—Carol Ellis (11/2009)