Review: Guitarlift - Back Mounted Guitar Support and Rest
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- čas přidán 21. 02. 2020
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Thanks so much to the site supporter who had an extra Guitarlift and sent one up to me to try out and review. I was hesitant about the support due to its size but I was pleasantly surprised at how it felt and positioned my guitar. Keep in mind that they have many different sizes to choose from and believe that this is the Big or Large version. I think I would like a medium one a bit better.
The Good Stuff: I love the Guitarlift for how stable it feels and how I can get the perfect playing position. Those are the two most important things for guitar supports and rests. For those two reasons I love the Guitarlift. It also doesn’t slip on my leg and might even keep the guitar vibrating longer and louder since the back wood of the guitar doesn’t rest on my chest. I might also highly recommend it for kids due to how stable it is. It’s a super high quality product, made in Germany and very user friendly.
Considerations: It’s bulky and annoying to travel with, you can’t just throw it in your bag. But I’ll be using mine for recording and practicing because it works so well. My suction cups did not come off, they worked great even without their adhesive foil or my static viynl cling. But nevertheless, I’m still cautious about suction cups and don’t trust them in performance. The suction cup helper and protector I mention is Grafix ClingViynl which is working for me and my French Polish and costs so little (use at your own risk). It was a little awkward to position the Guitarlift but once you get a good position you could work out a quick system either with your suction cup protectors or by marking the position somehow.
Overall: A solid guitar support that feels great to play. It’s on the big side but that is a small price to pay for something that works this well.
Guitarlift Promo text (guitarlift.info): "Are you searching for a perfectly adaptable, stable, reliable and good-looking guitar rest? Then look no further with Guitarlift®! The absolute novelty of the patented product is the attachment of the support to the back of the guitar. This allows you to precisely adjust the angle and height. The distinctive leg cut provides the strongest non-slip hold. Individual requirements for positioning, stability and reliability encompass a variety of solutions. You can find your own unique solution through the vast range of models from our three product lines and also in the accessories shop. Our philosophy is that we only use durable and high quality materials. We produce exclusively in Germany and offer you excellent services."
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Thanks for the review, I ordered one today.
I bought some of that cling vinyl per your suggestion, best stuff ever! Thanks! works so much better than the commercial stuff!
Ya, and you get so much of it!
Useful review, thanks
Congratulations for your fantastic channel from France!!
I have been using the guitar lift since a few weeks( home made because I did not know which on would be convenient for me but I am sure I will buy one one day). I also remarked that my guitar sounds louder!
Ya, it might improve the sound a bit, not sure. How did you make one? I'm experimenting with new designs, ordered a bunch of plexiglass. Greetings from Canada!
@@Thisisclassicalguitar I ordered plexiglass on amazon and suction cups then cut with a grinder !
Hands down the best guitar support out there I’ve been using them for over a year. I have the medium large and crossover. I tend to favor the giant large size which is odd since I’m short, 5 foot. Yes. It’ll take you several practice sessions to get it in the right spot. After that it becomes an extension of the instrument, you grow accustomed to the giant size, and do not lose a connection to you and the instrument. You are correct! Balancing is key for finding the sweet position spot. For the ladies it’s great on the upper chest area. It’s a lot of real estate to travel with. I’m sure that’s an issue for some but that’s the only thing I can think of being an issue. Secrets out and now they’re hard to find. Thanks from Las Vegas! Great review.
Hey! I'm in Vegas as well! Went to LVA for guitar. This is a long shot but I was wondering if you'd be open to me trying the e different models you have in hand. I've been thinking of getting one but don't know which model works for me.
A beginner might have more trouble finding the best position with this guitar support. Good review. Thanks for doing the review, I have wondered about this type of support. I might give it a try.
I have a half-plate for awhile and am pretty happy with it. In addition to your positive observations, to me one single important feature, which satisfies my requirement is to place my 2 feet on the ground (vs use of a foot stool). I still like the foot stool, however being over 60 yrs old, I found that this sitting posture seemed to cause some pain in the back, or even the left foot (not completely confirmed). With this half-plate guitar lift, small enough to put in my computer bag, I can sit up straight with both feet on the ground, knees at the same level of the hip (the correct sitting posture), and practice/play as long as I want without pain afterward.
Yes, agreed!
For the issue of the "sharp" edge on the top that you describe, maybe consider a small piece of pipe cover over that edge as a buffer. If it is small enough in diameter, then it should not press against the guitar back.
Gonna git one of these......, but first, what was the piece you so beautifully played at the end? Very nice and thanks for the review!!
One of only two guitar supports I trust on the market, my everyday is the magnetic support but many of my friends and teachers use these and after trying one they are super sturdy!
Ya, it has never come off even once for me.
What's the other guitar support you recommend? Sagework?
I just bought the smaller one in Montreal. I like it. Much better than a footstool. The only issue is fitting it properly at first.
I see more and more established pro's using this system.
Definitely agree with the vinyl. Apart from a more secure fitting on French Polish, it also prevents any marks from the suckers. French Polish and Nitro finishes are easily marked by some rubber and plastics and the marks are permanent.
Mine is fine, maybe it depends on the age of the finish, french polish hardens over time.
If this helps, I am a small person and play a 640 string length guitar, I use the medium size guitarlift, never had the suction cups budge, I love it.. I’m in th uk and a lot of professional players here are using this support
Nice, ya, I have a medium on the way.
My guitar is Torres size: definitely the smaller size. But I've wondered about these supports, so thanks for the review.
Ya, depends on how much clearance you need, maybe the larger ones allow maximum adjustment.
My guitar is a Torres copy and use the medium guitar lift, it’s brilliant, decided the large one would be too big for the smaller bodied instrument, sure I made the right choice
I also have a Torres style and the medium lifts it up high enough for me to play. It works better than the Ergoplay models for this, although I feel that the foam cutout isn't that comfortable for me. Guess I have big thighs!
I put the guitar in its stand with the support attached. In about an hour the cups released. So just press the support into the guitar every 20 minutes or so and no worries.
Ya, that's normal...still scary for performance...
I also own a Guitarlift. I had been using a footstool but for some reason, I couldn't quite get the guitar into a comfortable playing position. IDK why, could be because I have a long torso for my height, or because I am morbidly obese and can't bring the guitar close enough to my chest. I received my guitarlift a few days ago, and I am able to get the guitar in exactly the right position. I love it. My only problem with it is that it's a bit pricey at 70 euro, although other high-end guitar supports aren't cheap either.
Ya, the positioning is perfect, a real plus!
Not sure if it’s in the recording but it seems like the sound changes when you lean against the support. My personal favorite to date is the Barnett/Sageworks support.
Hmmm, I bet it's just a small change in sound projection to the mics.
If only someone would say where to get a lift!
I would be very concerned about taking it off to put it in the case and putting it back on again. Do the suction cups mark up the back of the guitar?
Well, it depends. Buttons from shirts do a lot more in terms of marking it up. In the end it's just normal wear and tear. For me I don't think twice about it and have used suction cups for years.
Do suction cups stick to open pore finishes? Would I have to use one of these non-adhesive stripes?
Thank you very much for this review!
It worked well on my French Polish. But it would depend on the finish so at your own risk!
alright, thanks
How do you think the pressure on the left leg compares to an Ergoplay? Is it a softer feel, less pressure on the leg?
I thought it was comfortable. But I find most supports comfortable in that regard.
Useful review, thanks.
Did you ever get the medium sized one? How does it compare?
Yes I did, it's good but the form of the leg might be good for everyone, it's a bit tight on the upper thigh. If you're small the medium will work but otherwise stick with the large.
@@Thisisclassicalguitar thank you. I just got my new Cordoba C9 CE thanks to you and using Ergoplay Tappert but the suction cups aren’t stable enough. So I’m really thinking of getting this GuitarLift in large since I’m 1.85cm. Found the Cordoba C9 CE to be a little to dark sounding for my taste though. Is there a way to brighten the sound a little? Thanks sir
New player here...for all of these supports, isn't it necessary to store the guitar in its case meaning taking it on and off every time you play?
Yes, you take it off each time. Only takes 5-10 seconds though.
Hi Brad, I thijnk you are right about the extra resonance that the lift imparts. I don't think it is just imaginary. Just my thought.
Ya, I thought so too.
I'd guess the suction cups function as filters and the plate functions as a resonator for whatever frequencies the suction cups pass through, as well as a reflector for the sounds emanating from the backside of the guitar. I would expect to hear some frequency ranges amplified and some attenuated. The effect could also depend on the sound spectra and manifest itself differently depending on what interference patterns emerge from the interplay between the echo chamber and the plate as a resonator and the open-ended echo-space between the two. Et cetera, et cetera. A lot of fun could be had with piezos and an oscilloscope here.
This big plate, can it apply on the right leg too? Like an acoustic player? tkq.
Yes, it's pretty usable for any position, it feels like an extension of the guitar itself.
Thanks for the review. What is the name of the music you played at the end? cheeers
It was the Pastoral by Kellner: wernerguitareditions.com/products/rondeau-pastorel-passepied-gig-kellner-guitar-pdf
@@Thisisclassicalguitar thanks
I am a bit tall, 1.83 cm, and the Medium is a bit small for me, just thought I should inform you, I didn't feel as mobile as with ergoplay...now considering changing for the big one or the sageworks...
Which one did you get finally and how is it suiting you? I have the same build & exact same question :)
I have ergoplay and don’t like it too much. So was this Guitar Lift better? Did you end up getting the large? Was it better? I’m 1.85 cm and learning on a Cordoba C9 Ce
@@gustavopaulette3496 I got a big one with standard cut for me. I use it with Alhambra linea classical and Sire R7 acoustic and I am pretty happy with how it feels with both. Suction cups looks sturdy enough to handle my heavy acoustic too. With the acoustic I use guitarlift at slightly lower height setting for my comfortable position & it still got margin to go even lower or much higher. With classical I use it in mid height position.
Only minor thing I felt is the thigh cut design I chose. As I have slightly fat thighs I feel wide cut might just have suited a little better than standard cut. But I can live happily with what I got. Goodluck! 👍
@@win4arvind thank you very much
@@win4arvind I ended up changing to woodside guitar support... :)
DeOro guitar support!
I know, I want to but haven't gotten my hands on one yet!
@@Thisisclassicalguitar I reached out to Diego @ DeOro last week and asked him to send you one. 👍
@@dkstott29 Oh cool, thanks so much!
Is it really bulletproof? Do you use it, like all the time?
What would you recommend for a support: I have girthy belly , getting back to playing after 30 years of Bass playing, still need to by a classical' I would appreciate your assistance, Thx.
For at home practice I would recommend the ErgoPlay Troster support, the adjustments on it might work better for you. The suction cups are pretty good if you keep them clean and if they don't stick well to your guitar you can use a static vinyl cling to create a better suction.
@@Thisisclassicalguitar Thank You!
I do have another question after years of reading bass clef, how do I approach reading Treble clef without getting confused? And what do you recommend of a purchase of a classical guitar .. my Price Range no more than $350 ?
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After watching the review and reading all the glowing comments I placed an order for the "big" one. Well, I can't say how bitterly disappointed I am with it. Certainly not worth the money and I would return it if I could.
I remember when I saw Guitarlift for the first time I thought the guitarist was holding the guitar in the air.
Ya, it can seem that way.
Seems it prevents the backside of the guitar from vibrating freely
I was suggesting the opposite but maybe the suction cups dampen? I felt it was vibrating more.
Por favor, comentarios en español, gracias...
Only thing is they charge too damn much for it. 100 bucks is crazy for 4 suction cups, a piece of plastic and a piece of foam. If your handy you could make one. I found all the parts for less than $50.
Ya, but also the time to cut it and make it ergonomic and look ok. I'm fine with the price if it's a great product.
@@Thisisclassicalguitar Well I'm retired and when I was working I would probably say the same. Now a $100 is a lot to me.
I see both sides to it. You're both right. It's a great product that works. But that is a crazy price for a basic piece of plexi glass and four suction cups.
It's such a niche product. Guitar stores don't even sell them. You have to go to a specialized store for them.
A piece of plexiglass and a pool noodle...
That'll be 80 bucks thank you very much!
yep, made my own with thin masonite board and 4 suction cups. Works very well
@@jeffreinhart2898 can you share source of cups and what you used for padding..thanks
the dumbest design ive seen.
Why's that? It works so well. Have you tried it?