I got this strap as a Christmas gift and have been using it the last 3 months. I like it quite a lot, especially the soft padding on the shoulder. I can play for 3-4 hours and not have the soreness that I used to get with a standard strap. I've seen comments about this being slippery but I have not found that to be the case. It stays in place for me and the material is stretchy so even when the guitar does want to move the strap stretches rather than moves, and then pulls back to where it was. My only ding on it is that it seems a little short. Guys who like to play the bass low - like below belt level - should not buy this strap. But I would buy it again and would recommend it to others.

I play my basses up high yet this strap is still uncomfortable. The wider portion is not long enough to cover your back (unless your a smaller guy). The price is good so I kept it for practicing at home. NO WAY would I use it onstage.

After reading all these good reviews, I bought this strap and ended up totally disappointed. The flimsy neoprene slides around and I have to basically hold the neck in position, otherwise my bass will hit the ground! Don't buy this product!

The picture of this strap must be an older on, the style is a bit different, instead of a triangle piece of leather on top, it is a narrower piece about 3 inches long. And I was afraid it would have a balloon logo on it, and it does not the logo is embossed on the longer leather piece. This strap is awesome in looks, functionality, and quality. Very heavy leather, so heavy it took me a few minutes to put over my lower strap button. Don't see the need for strap locks, I'm just leaving this on all the time, to much time taking on and off. I love it. Very strong, makes bass feel lighter, and is very comfortable. Don't wait, get one.

I didnt even think about my bass on my shoulder! I was using a Sadowsky Neostrap which was really comfortable but not worth the price. When I noticed the design was basically this strap, I bought one and for half the price of Sadowsky's...it was awesome! Does not pull on your clothing and it is super affordable. Get this strap.