Guys sorry there hasn’t been a music upload in a while. There are a TON coming though. We bout to enter a new era.

@ethanskywalker

2 жыл бұрын

It's about time, bro.

@bradleymoyer5236

2 жыл бұрын

I can't wait

@TheJohnreeves

2 жыл бұрын

I love eras!

@RobertSmith-co2ji

2 жыл бұрын

Sweet! Can't thank you enough for your arrangements! I'm working my way through them and they are a great challenge. Songs with high frets (Over 15th) are my nemesis. Keep it up dawg! I'll be in San Diego in November. Hopefully I can make it to see you guys live.

@J0Ecorreia

2 жыл бұрын

I bet you could play vivaldi on a tomato

I prefer to wear one shoe with a huge platform heel à la KISS.

@L33PL4Y

2 жыл бұрын

Then you'd have the same body alignment problem that a footstool causes, which will create pain over time.

@johnlay3040

5 ай бұрын

Instead of raising both feet with high heel, use pneumatic stool to sit on. It can then be adjusted low enough to make your thighs parallel to the floor, or even higher, depends on how tall you are. If your thighs are just parallel, you'll need a guitar cushion in conjunction, preferably the one with a strap and pneumatic.

I usually play guitar and after people bow down to me i use them as a foot rest. This sounds like a good idea though

I agree. Sure, every character can use them, but it can feel kinda unfair when you end up tumbling towards the blast zone because someone pressed jump. Edit: I have been informed that this is not a video about Super Smash Bros.

@Blakeadam52

2 жыл бұрын

LOLOL GOATED

@thewanderer4402

2 жыл бұрын

As a smasher, this was very disorienting

Man, we missed you!

You could talk about watching grass grow and it would still be immensely entertaining. Thanks for sharing your insight on this footstool topic.

the true thing to place under your desk for your feet to rest is a set of dual kick drum pedals

Good points! I am a bassist that uses a foot stool and I see Sageworks makes multi-instrument designs too. Thanks!

I've been on the fence about this for a while. Thanks for shoving me off

in most cases, posture related back or hip pain comes not from a certain "bad" posture, but staying in any ONE posture for too long and being in that certain position way too often. this goes often hand in hand with not enough movement through the day. for musicians (for everybody, really) it is so very important to counter that tendency to stay healthy long term. As guitar is a particular nasty instrument, when it comes to body positions, the device shown in the video surly helps. But it is more important to SWITCH positions than to avoid a certain "unhealthy" position. I play with my guitar on the right leg, then switch it to my left (with a stool or without) after a couple of minutes. When I am playing for very long, I might stand up straight and use a strap. Changing the angles in your hips, shoulders, elbow, wrist, etc every couple of minutes prevents your muscles to tighten up too much and there will be no pain if you do not have other issues already. And even if you do not want to hear it, doing yoga, some resistance training or going for a run every couple of days, does also go a looong way. you do not need to be the "sporty" guy or girl, if you do not want to be that person, but you need to physically challenge your whole body to stay healthy. as musicians we tend to only use very specific parts of our body and ignore the rest. 1 hour of effective training every 3-4 days is absolutely enough to avoid these problems. you will not become a huge muscle bro or "waste" a lot of time doing this, while getting 90% or the health benefits.

Dude.. when I can’t think you’re any more cool you just go and do something like this!! I have always hated footstools. But I have also always been hesitant to purchase some sort of stand because they are a tad pricey and there is so many options. Who knew if I would even end up liking it. This is the exact thing I needed!! I will be getting one of those Sageworks A frames

I was using the Ergoplay Troster which didn't quite do the job for me. I tried the Guitarlift and that was the ticket! I thought about the Sageworks, but I really didn't want to glue anything into my very valuable guitar.

@xenomakesmusic

2 жыл бұрын

the guitarlift is great, i had one until i sat on it 🤣 the transparency was its strongest and weakest point for me haha

I'm still on cups, but I will transition to mags at some point. I had back and shoulder problems and so I realized my posture was off point playing guitar, with the aframe I am comfortable. Huge improvement.

Just ordered the Sagework Sammy G. signature limited edition in 24k gold. Thanks for the video, bro.

The likely problems I anticipate with this support is about the piece of steel inside the guitar:- 1. How easy to install it. 2. How heavy it is. 3. Is it made of stainless steel? 4. Will the presence of the metal affect the sound? Also, how powerful is the magnet, can the support slides when you are playing and causes scratch mark on the varnish?

I will definitely consider these as I hate the way the foot stool makes my leg feel after awhile. What do you think about gluing the magnets to the inside of the guitar though? That is kind of a turn off for me. If you need to adjust them do they come off easily? Do they affect the resonance or acoustics of the guitar at all? Thanks for the video!

Absolutely. Switching from a footstool to sageworks was the best thing I ever did with guitar. I personally believe that a bout with sciatica was due to hours of footstool use. The chair height is very important as well, but sageworks has been a back saver. It also cost about the same as a chiropractor visit. Saved a bunch of those.

I have one of the suction ones and it slips some times so I will switch to one of those!

As a non guitar player, I had no idea footstools were a thing.

@musictime23752

2 жыл бұрын

How random that you watched the video then haha. Fair play to you.

@Jona69

2 жыл бұрын

@@musictime23752 I just can't get enough of Sam Griffins beautiful face.

Never heard of those before! I recently started playing classical guitar again after a 30 year hiatus, and my neck & shoulders feel really tense & strained after each practice. My guess was that it had something to do with the footstool, but playing without one sucked even more. Will try the support!

Alright, I'm going to buy one. I have been having issues with my back lately as well and think this will help. I was always hesitant about sticking magnets and stuff inside my guitar but if you are willing to do it with your very expensive guitar, then it should be no problem on mine I should think.

Cool review. I sadly transitioned from a similar support to a footstool. I find the biggest issue with my back is related to the chair and not the support. The magnets snapping to my guitar would give me some pause for concern. Are the feet padded? I assume so cause you've had no problems with messing up the finish. Also, what do you do if you get a third guitar? Do you have to get a new frame then?

@souldier2425

2 жыл бұрын

Been using my sageworks support for years. If you attach the support at an angle it does not slam into the guitar. Zero damage to the finish of my guitars. For every new guitar you just buy another set of magnets. You can use the same support for 100 different guitars if you wanted. You just need to install a set of magnets in each instrument.

@cracgor

2 жыл бұрын

@@souldier2425 the thing about a third frame was just sarcasm. Thanks for the answer about the attachment.

I know you play acoustic, but I need a stand for my electric guitar, or are they interchangeable? I've looked on Amazon for the best rated one but I'm still on the fence because it still got a few bad reviews, I try to look for perfect equipment so I don't have to buy something new later.

Would you recommend using a left and right foot stool simultaneously?

@L33PL4Y

2 жыл бұрын

The point of this is that he wouldn't recommend using foot stools at all.

@xenomakesmusic

2 жыл бұрын

some people do this. it doesn’t provide advantage to playing, but if you’re used to playing on a really low chair, two footstools helps to recreate that! judicael perron has used the double footstool method!

@chrisc7265

2 жыл бұрын

yes but only if you put footstools under each chair leg

@SiGhast

9 ай бұрын

In the bathroom, absolutely. Puts you in the optimal position for a natural pooping session and brings you a bit closer to God.

I don't play classical but I sat through the entire video and honestly idk if steel-string acoustic guitars have too thick of wood for the magnets to work. Back pain is a struggle with guitar, regardless if you have perfect posture, and playing for hours on end every day takes a toll.

Which size A-frame do you use Sam?

Dude! Good recommendation, I was reluctant to get a support over my foot stool just cuz I didn't wanna use suction cups on the body of my geet. This will be great!

I don't even play guitar yet but I've been super inspired by your work, glad to learn what gear to use off the bat instead of ruining my life with a footstool

I use the HBBasic guitar support. It has clamps instead of suction cups. Maybe, it sounds silly, but I'm afraid to attach the magnets into guitar. Still it's my view.

You know, lately I feel like I haven't quite been posturing my guitar at a 45 degree angle. (I should probably be practicing in front of a mirror while I'm at it but I don't own one..) So, I'm definitely curious about this.. never played with anything other than a footstool.

I love the ergoplay but how do you avoid getting suction cup damage to the guitar’s finish? Edit: just saw you have one with magnets, I am completely sold now

@xenomakesmusic

2 жыл бұрын

i use the ergo play (suction cups) on my french polish guitar. i have done this for years with no damage! you just take the suction cups off with the tab as opposed to yanking them! 😄

@Rael0505

2 жыл бұрын

@@xenomakesmusic nice! One of my guitars got suction cup damage but I’m glad yours didn’t

@xenomakesmusic

2 жыл бұрын

@@Rael0505 dang im sorry to hear that :(

"I've been floored with how awesome it is" ...Dude, aren't you supposed to get the stand OFF of the floor?

I am gonna use two of the foot stools for my stool. You know. Pooping.

My guitar teacher in college was super traditionalist and I'm pretty sure my leg stand thing repulsed him xD

Smash 4 footstool's combos flashbacks

Man, just a couple of days ago I was trying to find out what guitar support you're using and now you post this video. Coincidence?

I agree. You have more control with a stand. When playing classical guitar you need to be 100 percent focused on playing and not the guitar sliding around on your knee

@necrogenesis1981

2 жыл бұрын

This is a posture thing, not a stand. I was hoping this would be a stand because I need something to rest my electric guitar on when I'm not using it.

@SamGriffinGuitar

2 жыл бұрын

Only thing i want sliding around on my knees are the inside of my pants! lol 🤣😂🤣😂

@bradleymoyer5236

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamGriffinGuitar Sam what's up dude!!!! I been playing tabs off your Patreon page for a year now brother, thank you. Seriously. These songs take me back and make me so happy brother. Im probably your biggest fan also you and Steve together are BEASTS. Hands down some of the greatest players in our time. Also you know twilight princess castle town theme? Please do that song at some point I know your busy. If you ever come across it I would be grateful I'll keep my eye on the Patreon page

A frames are great, the problem comes when you play electric guitar which you definitely need to be elevating your leg for, because wearing a strap will do more bad for your back than a foot stool. The main problem i have is they're flimsy, they force your foot to be in an annoying bent position, and they're TOO SHORT. I end up putting my foot on a box, cos for some reason no manufacturer addresses these blatant glaring issues. Unfortunately you're right, all foot stools suck.

I love my sageworks I have one, and I have installed magnets in two of my guitars. I recently aquired a third guitar that I am going to install magnets in.

Wish I couldnuse this, but all my electric guitars are too different, and I use them all, I couldn't adjust it all that time and I mean these are for accoustics anyway right so.. no chance

I love mine so much. I went with the Umbra but golly that wood looks worth the extra money.

how do you get the magnet inside the guitar!?

Not me looking back at all of Sam Griffin’s videos to see how many times he uses an A frame

Ya, I scrapped my foot stool, they actually cause me to be more uncomfortable and probly hurt my back, got one of these frame thingys about a year ago because everyone was using them and you dont have to adjust constantly.

what is the ref of your chair for guitar ?

I recently switched to a SageWork support after playing with a footstool for 15 years, and I feel superhuman. I never realized how much the one-leg-up position was wrecking my lower back. I can play ALL DAY with a guitar support. Freakin' love it. Great video, Sam!

@xenomakesmusic

2 жыл бұрын

sagework umbra is awesome! i feel that way about my ergo play 😄

Hey Sam, hope you're doing swell. Are you familiar with Declan Zapala, another guitar player here on YT? He's composed some killer guitar pieces almost a decade ago now, but I'd really think you'd have fun with them. They're pretty insane. Anyway, wishing you the best.

1:25 this edit alone is funnier than most stand up comedians

You know what, I haven't bought a sageworks yet and I think that might have a similar problem like the ergoplay, in the sense that it can slip off my leg. One different support that I really like and solves this completely is the Guitarlift it is almost like an extension of your leg. I love it.

You've got me sold! I've got a ToneWood Amp already so more magnets to add inside yipee.

do these exist for electric guitars too??

There you are, as entertaining and informative as ever, yay!

I'm designing my own 3d printed electric guitar and this video inspired me to imbed magnets in it to accomplish the same thing as shown here. Awesome idea.

Do they make these for electric guitars ?

also use sageworks, it's really great. btw don't get the tall version. i'm pretty tall myself, but standard size would be better. not really sure who is the tall version for

Guitarlift is seriously the best. I'll never turn back.

Switching to Guitar support a couple years back and it was the best decision I’ve ever made

Will a small pillow do? Just got a guitar. Feeling stupid by having to buy one of them stools. They look flimsy, slippery and appear to be too expensive for their size. Thanks for changing my direction! 👍

i literally just went through all of these problems while recording by myself my new acoustic worship album.

@firinmahlazer

2 жыл бұрын

i play an ovation celebrity when i dont record. it has a fishbowl back. i wonder how well it will work with my guitar.

I got one of these about two years ago. It 100% helped my back.

Update, this thing has revolutionized my practice and my performances. If you're still using a footstool you're probably doing yourself a disservice

Use the link so he can get more of that green, baby, what are you waiting for!!

i put a strap button on my guitar and I haven't looked back

sam you genius i can't believe you invented sageworks

Also the standard ProLine footstool that EVERYONE uses (**clears throat** the black one seen in this video) has an extraordinarily small, tiny area of not expensive metal that can (and does) snap very easily the “bigger-a-person” you are. If you have one, turn it over, and look where the legs cross and make the X shape. A small nut holds that and imagine pressing your foot down and loot at the tiny Slab of unsupported leeeetle metal that can ,honestly, just bend and the whole footstool is useless. As a “bigger-a-person” myself and 15yr+ instructor, I always suggest a wooden stool for your hooves only if you don’t have an A Frame or a stack of books, a guitar case, the end of a bed frame, literally ANYTHING is better than said hoof stool. K thnx byiie

bro im scared to put magnets inside my guitar doesn't it mess up the vibration and tone?

I just ordered a footstool on Tuesday. Feelsbadman.

Man I finally bought a sageworks today just because of you, and I completely forgot to use the affiliate link…. :( of course I remember to do it AFTER I purchase the thing!! I bought an atlas and extra magnets too. I’m so sorry, I know it’s funny but I actually feel guilty. 😭 Is there a way I can provide some kind of proof or something that I bought it solely because of you and this video so you can get your cut??

Hi Sam - would you like to try the Woodside Guitars guitar support? PM me if so. Cheers!

Miss your songs bro, should we be expecting any soon?

#1 is real yo. When I screwed up my neck and had to go in for massage, the masseuse could tell if i'd played guitar that day because of the imbalance in the muscles on my spine

Meanwhile, I just rest my foot on a small practice amp that I just topple over. If I was more seriously into classical playing I'd probably get one of those bad boys though!

I've never seen a bearded VHS tape before.

I dont get how to use a footstool alone. Your knee has to be touching your chin and the bottom half of your body faces a completely different direction than the top half. Oh boy am I relaxed and stable feeling now

Whoa bro, with this new hot tip, I'm going to go from suck to SiCk at guitar. Thanks!

Not fun when they break or slip mid performance, I've seen it happen. I think I'm good w cheap footstool.

Can't wait to see you and Steve in Oakland MY DAWG

I want to request a song Sam: 'The clap' by the group Yes. Its an acoustic guitar solo. I want the tabs real good.

I use the Sageworks and I will never go back...bruh

Footstools, a-frames, it doesn't matter to me, I lose them both often enough.

Чот не понял как она крепится. Типа магниты, но гитара деревянная же

We need guitar shoes with one massive heel and a flat on the other

@L33PL4Y

2 жыл бұрын

Like he said, that's not good for your body's alignment. Part of the purpose of this is so both feet are flat on the ground like they should be.

hey sam cover the cast list from super mario world please

Okay, bear with me, I'm not a guitarist... What if you asked your luthier to make you an instrument in a shape that wouldn't necessitate neither an a-frame nor a footstool?

Aguado tripod or nothing

i prefer to use a table as guitar support, Sor Style

@SamGriffinGuitar

2 жыл бұрын

EXPLAIN

@satz112

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamGriffinGuitar its explained in Sor's method book

Footstools suck but I have had the same £6 footstool for years and these A frames cost almost 20x that. That being said they look real nice and I'm just jealous I don't have one.

Curved for your (back) pleasure

Toan is on the fingers, game over.

Sam, tall, standard, or short?

@SamGriffinGuitar

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve got the standard, i could maybe use the tall but def not the short

@alwimberly5846

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamGriffinGuitar Thanks! This device seems better than the popular Guitarlift

I just use a strap. I tried the guitar supports but didn’t much care for them

Lmfao 🤣 this dude LoL I admire your contribution to the guitar.

Uh hu, so what about electric guitars?

ok sold "sagework" ... LOL EDIT: oh damn this is expensive for a piece of plastic... but...

Try GUITARLIFT is much better man!

@GoatFelon

2 жыл бұрын

Guitarlift is the best!

@SamGriffinGuitar

2 жыл бұрын

Looks awesome! I personally need something more portable but it looks cool for just at home all the time

@IzanSoria

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamGriffinGuitar I have one of every size and can say that even the half plate (much more portable) is great!

I thought he was about to rant about Smash Bros Ultimate

Dude! FOR REAL!

I play a Flying V, dont need a lil foot stool or an a frame. Lol

Sam, you did video this so freaking well. I don’t even play the guitar and I might need to buy a couple of these just because you made it sound like the best thing ever.

Haha.. Good one