Johannes Tappert Guitar Support Black

I bought this on a whim because I had received a gift card as a thank you present and had been wanting to try one. I've very glad I did because it does what it does very well, providing you know what you want from it. For classical guitar, it is nearly ideal. If you take your time to get used to it and set it up carefully for your guitar and your comfort, it will hold your guitar in the perfect place, and you can even angle it some for extra comfort. It can also be used, with a little creativity, for steel string in "open seating" (for a right-hander this would mean on your right leg like a folkie instead of on your left for true classical position), but it is limited. It pays to be careful trying this as, if you put to much weight on it when, oh leaning forward to change sheet music, it can pop off, and the metal frame has marked my acoustic. The biggest problem for the "folkie" position is that the suction cup at the base will want to slip out of the metal base because its angle is opposite of what it would be in a more traditional set up. I fixed this by sticking a Sharpie pen cap in the access hole on the stand, and it's worked fine ever since. It's also worth noting that it does raise the height of the guitar some. With creative placement, this might not be an issue, but I'm 5'6" and it's just about too high for me in some seating positions. With all that said, I recommend it. It's ergonomic and it means it. For the first time in a long time, though, I am able to play seated for hours without pain. It pays to be aware of how you use it, and if you really love it, it might be worth considering using the tape that allows for a stronger suction cup connection, but it can also make playing an absolute joy, which makes it well worth the five stars.

I always used a footrest for playing classical guitar, but within the last couple of years I started experiencing some lower back pain while playing my nylon string. I attribute it to having one leg raised up and hunching over the guitar. I saw a video on YouTube where a guy was using one of these guitar supports instead of a footrest. After a Google search I discovered this device. I went to my local Guitar Center the next day to try one out, but they didn't carry it, (and had never heard of it). So, based on the reviews here on Amazon, I ordered one sight-unseen. It arrived in about a week, (to southern California), and I assembled it in under 90 seconds. I'm 6'2" so I tested it at medium height, (it's adjustable). It was far too high for my liking, (I don't want the headstock above my head). So I lowered it all the way down. It was still a little higher than I preferred, but all I had to do to get it perfect was to move the unit slightly closer to the neck. Because the suction cups are on an angled track, you can move the unit around to a certain degree and still get the cups to line up for a solid hold. Make sure that you have the suction cup tags facing away from the center of the unit when you assemble it, so that you can easily pull it off your guitar. If you play a classical guitar, you should definitely own one of these! For under $60, it's a must-have accessory. My back feels much better using this unit and I find myself sitting with better posture and playing more. It's much lighter than it looks yet feels like a quality product. It quickly attaches and is quickly removed. I also don't have to worry about scratching the underside of the guitar with cargo short buttons or anything in my pocket when using this. The only complaint I have is that it won't fit into a guitar case's center storage. I'd like to see them make one with a hinge so it could be folded down to nearly flat. Regardless, this is a 5-star product.

I had been using an Efel Guitar rest which is a very lightweight and compact support. If you have any back issues, the standard way of propping up your left foot on a small stool can lead to lower back pain. These supports (cushions, brackets, or clamps with legs) let you keep your feet flat on the floor and put less strain on your lumbar region. I was happy with the Efel support but it only had one suction cup. My instructor remarked "That thing will pop off during a concert and you WON'T be happy. Get something with more than one suction cup for safety." And I did notice that as the cup aged a bit, it started popping off during practice. It's easy enough to slap back on--but you wouldn't want that during performance when anything can go wrong and it will, So the ErgoPlay is the same idea; an angled support that rests on your leg and raises the guitar to the correct angle for play. Unlike the Efel, it has three suction cups. One goes on the lower bout and the two on the upper bout. There is a sliding adjustment on the vertical leg that allows you to change the angle by unscrewing a large wing nut and fitting it to the way you want to hold the guitar. Unlike the Efel, you can twist this to have it at a bit of an angle from your body (you are supposed to have the guitar nearly flat to your torso but some of us angle a bit to see the fretboard.) The ErgoPlay is made of metal and has a rubber padding on the leg support. The Efel is made of something like ABS plastic or Delrin and has no adjustments. On both of these supports, you can replace the suction cups when they get worn. The ErgoPlay has included membranes to cover the cups to get better stick on non-glossy finishes. The downsides to the ErgoPlay: one, the size: it's larger and heavier than the Efel. I was able to tuck the Efel into the front pocket of my guitar case (in the music pocket) or even squeeze it into the compartment beneath the neck. Not so with the ErgoPlay. It's not bulky, but it won't fit easily into a guitar case: you'll probably need to carry a tote with accessories and music (which nearly everyone does anyway.) Two: the bracket that adjusts up or down to adjust the height--I tried it and use it at the lowest level. Another member of our guitar society tried it and said the same thing. (He is shorter than me--but I sit low even though I am tall.) Both of us felt it was long enough and who would ever use it at the extended setting? It could even have been at a lower angle than it allows. Summary: adjustable support, three suctions cups. A good alternative to the small Efel and more portable and afforable than larger supports like the cushions or the Murata, which is a large clamp for the bout and a leg with a thigh support plate.

I was pretty happy with my Gitano, but was curious about the Tappert, so I ordered one to try knowing that I would probably return it using Amazon's easy returns. While in shipping transit I began to really regret the purchase and became even more convinced that I would return it. However, after it arrived and I put it on my guitar, it was clear that it was significantly superior to the Gitano. The feature that really makes it superior to the Gitano is the ability to easily angle the bottom support so that it sits flush on your thigh. A much steadier support than the Gitano. That said, the Gitano can't be beat for portability, so I'm keeping both. For reference, I'm 5'11" with a 30" leg inseam.

I came across this thing from a youtube video of Michael Lucarelli. My first thought was "What the hell is that?" I had a footstool. I really just wanted to try this thing out. I felt at the time that the price was too high. I initially was just standing out on a limb buying this. I really was trying to get a second option besides the footstool. At the time the footstool felt just fine. This thing looked like a glorified L Bracket. And the reviews made it seem to be for people with back problems (which i dont). The first few hours of playing with it, i just couldn't get comfortable with it. It took me a bit to find the right position. Also i kept having the feeling my guitar was not supported...but it was. It just felt odd. I kept feeling like i had to lift my toes or something to lift the guitar. It took me a bit to trust that this would support the guitar and sit in a relaxed state. However over the past couple of days since having this. I have set the stool back out of sight, and always am using this with my classical. Actually i haven't even taken this off. I hang my guitars on the wall and let the support just sit there suctioned with it. I have even accommodated extra space between my other guitars for my classical so i can leave this on it all the time. And yes these are good suction cups. Not the crap that comes with GPS units. I have even held only the support to put the guitar back on the wall hangers. I have not yet tried to figure a way to put this thing in a guitar case. However I dont feel it will fit. It would be nice if there was a lockable hinge at the 90 degree point so you could fold it on itself and stick it in a case. It is 2 pieces. The side with the wing nut can be shorted halfway, but that is about as compact as it can get. I have a feeling that this is one of my required things from now on. Just before you leave the house, guitar...check, picks....check, extra strings....check, music book...check, guitar support....check. Hell i might even buy one for the car to go. I do not regret buying this. Yes, i still feel like it is a little pricey, but its worth it. Such a simple design and yet so satisfying. It really proved itself to someone that didn't think much of it initially. It is not until now when playing with this support, that i realize the uncomfortable position of the footstool. I will never go back. UPDATE: After a month of playing on this...It is just amazing. I have not used the foot stool since buying this still. The suction cups do come off at times, but luckily gravity keeps it on. I did bend it a little by putting too much weight on as i was reaching over the guitar for something. It would be nice if it was a little stronger for the price. However it is still worth the buy. I do still have the problem of it sliding down my leg. I normally remedy this with a guitar repositioning. I was thinking of adding the hook velcro side on the under belly to help with friction, but not sure yet. UPDATE2: After a few years, i still use this. I have never went back to the foot stool since i bought this. Every so often the suction cups will come off, but they are not hard to put back on. I have also gotten this to fold in a guitar case with the guitar. And actually quite easy without damage too. What i do is i put the guitar in the case, then i unscrew the bracket and swing the leg back over itself to make a smaller L shape. Then i tuck the short side above the headstock down into the case, and let the long side come out of the headstock down towards the nut and neck. When i close the case it does not compress onto the guitar.

These look sort of ungainly in the photos—and indeed mine IS ungainly when I forget and try to put my guitar in its case with it on! (Laughing). However, when I’m using it it quickly feels completely natural and comfortable. It stays where it is supposed to. The material of the suction cups is unusual, and it holds better and is easier to remove than some I've tried. (Grab the little handle on each suction cup and pull up—don’t try to just peel away the cup.) The Design that lets me tilt the angle is a big help, letting the support sit flat on my thigh while the guitar is tilted back toward my chest. I find that with this, I can easily play without my chest or belly touching the back of the guitar, except at the top edge, and this makes for a large improvement in tone. (I’m a bid guy, too, but the back can still resonate freely.) There are a lot of ways to adjust this thing and to place your guitar. Left thigh? Right thigh? What angle? I also a rather sticky silicone hot pad I bought at a kitchen goods store, and sometimes I lay that on my thigh. This support doesn’t slip much as it is, but with the silicone, it stays just where I want it. So, yes, I do recommend this! I also have a foam shaped pillow in a black plastic cover that I like a lot, but it slips a lot more. I also have a support with suction cuts that folds and is more portable, but it slides a lot.

This is the only acoustic guitar rest I’ve ever used, so I can’t compare it to other models. But, I can tell you it is very well designed and manufactured, and it works very well. I gave it four stars for sturdiness, because the suction cups that attach the rest to the guitar will eventually wear out and need replacement, but I don’t fault the manufacturer for using them. They work great! When it is properly attached to a guitar, it is very stable and the guitar is fully supported. When it is adjusted to your ideal position, it really helps a lot for relaxing, stress-free playing. You can keep your torso upright, both feet flat on the floor, and relax your shoulders easily. Whether on stage, in the recording studio, or at home practicing, this rest is easy to use and it works so well that I wouldn’t want to be without one.

At first, I was surprised by the nice design, and it has been quite sturdy. My practice guitar has lost its gloss, so I've had to use the stickers. It works okay, so take this into account that my guitar's not the ideal example. My concert guitar has a knee rest, and while it doesn't 'look' as ergonomic it actually is more comfortable and stable. I haven't used this rest on my concert guitar because I haven't needed to, and I don't want to needlessly harm that instrument. I would not perform with this knee rest, but it's okay for practicing. It's very difficult to get a consistent posture every time. The suction cups have to be in the same angle, they need to be planted in the same spots, the extender has to be at the same length and at the correct angle, every single time. This wouldn't be a problem if the knee rest stayed on the instrument after playing, but for my situation it hasn't been able to stick even a minute after practicing. No need to go to a concert only to play through the beginning feeling entirely lop-sided. Again, not so bad for practicing as I can spend a few minutes to fine-tune the rest's position. The knee rest does not like when you move. I tend to lean and move around while I play. This can result in distracting crinkle noises (albeit entirely from my stickers), or the suction cups popping off to freely slide around. I will say, however, that I have never had the knee-rest break away from my instrument where I completely lost support. So, there's that. It's okay. I would have rather spent the same amount getting an uglier device that has a better/more permanent grip to the instrument.

Excellent product. Really helps posture.

Excelente. Te facilita una posición inmejorable de la guitarra. Tras usarlo varias horas al día, no siento molestia muscular alguna, cosa que sí me ocurría cuando usaba el pedal elevador para el pie. Tiene además el plus de que es fabricación "made in Germany", calidad total, de ahí su precio. Totalmente recomendable.

Funciona muy bien, se adhiere sin problemas a la guitarra, espero que las ventosas sean durables y no se desgasten rápido. NOTA: Si la guitarra es delgada este producto NO te va a servir.

Même assis très bas dans un fauteuil, la guitare est dans la bonne position.

Its very good quality and a blessing for those playing classical guitar.