What position do the backpack straps hold the horn in? Upright - bell facing sky , or horizontal - horn sticking out from the sides of the body?
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The backpack straps make the bell face upwards; the bell doesn't get in your way. It's possible to bike with the backpack.
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The horn lies flat on your back with the bell skyward. Since the bell is at an angle it does not stick out on the sides at all, i.e., I have never had trouble getting through a door. I have the shoulder straps high, but the bell is still below the top of my head. I would like to have an additional strap to join the shoulder straps across my chest, as another case I have does, which this one does not come with. So far, the straps appear solid with no sign of coming apart from slinging it around. I love being able to easily stow the straps. You might not want to put your mouthpiece in the case slot. Mine is a bit tall an I think it damaged the hinge next to it by putting upward pressure on the two halves of the case. Put the mouthpiece in its own case in the side pocket, where I always carry my metronome/tuner. I love the music pock on the back as well. It fits my Conn double well, but is too small for a larger horn (Geyer style horn) - which they don't tell you. Overall, it is a great, light case at a reasonable price.
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It is tucked under the mesh piece located on the bottom rear of the backpack. The mesh piece is secured at the bottom with Velcro.
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Hello, thank you for contacting us with your inquiry. The back rest is adjustable (up-down) not front-back. This is a firm seat made out of foam material, not gel. As for the horn, I think the photo is a bit deceiving in that it looks more pronounced than it really is. I have not heard any negative feedback on that feature and once on the seat, it does not add pressure, however, it will be a matter of personal comfort.
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I usually strap mine vertically on the side of my pack. It is a great pad just a little hard to pack.
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The strap is a belt loop.It can be right or left sided and the elastic strap goes around your leg. If you have the skills you can adapt the quiver to a shoulder strap or back pack.
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the horn came attached. I have had this device for a few months and it still works.
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My understanding is that the single large strap is supposed to go inside your hatchback and then around the gear bag to keep it from bouncing away from the car. That's how I positioned it anyway.
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I strap it horizontally towards the base so that it's easy to remove if I want to stop for a snack/nap. Same if you want to store it vertically in the back or sides of the pack.
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Hi Henry. Personally, I decided to "rig" mine a little differently. The supplied straps help but the bag will sway from side to side. I bought black shoe lace and looped it inside the supplied buckles, under the seat and back to the other side. If you do it right, you cannot see anything unless someone is looking for it. Made a big difference when riding.
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Hi Richard! They revolve independently. I have to add that I am absolutely happy with the hat rack. It is very stable, I never feel like I have to steady it when I rotate it. I just put my hand gently on the crown of a hat on the same ring and push. I even have one really broad sun hat and it does not interfere with the movement. Brilliant!
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Hey brother Dave. The wide part goes on the top. The "belt" looking part goes down "lower"than the tailpiece. Enjoy... It's a great strap..
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I think it's to tall. I ride with the bag behind me( facing me) and the round behind it facing backwards.
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There is actually a bungee cord that runs from each side of the bag to hold it down. Unfortunately, my bungee snapped off a long time ago. The bug currently flaps a bit when I turn (not as much in the wind), but I have not found this disruptive. I still use the bag several times per week.
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I wouldn't advise it. The bass clarinet stand has forward AND rear-facing braces, so that the bell sits in the bottom brace, and the body leans-back into the upper brace. A good bass clary stand also allows for playing the instrument while leaving it on the stand.
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The horns are removable. The helmet needs to assembled when you get it. You can put the horns through the holes upside down. Either way, they don't lock into the helmet very well.
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I am an older fart. And, back in the 60's I had a great uncle that used one of those horns to hear better (a real cow horn of sorts!). The reason I mention this.. if you cup your hand behind the speaker and direct the sound toward your face.. it's different between night and day. Will suffice when no headphones are around! A lot of the tinny-ness is removed. Sometimes simple works. If I can enjoy Yes music this way.. then the sky is the limit.
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Hi! Thanks for the question. Just add the trumpet/cornet peg to your order and you should be good to go! Please let us know if you have any additional questions.Hercules DS501B Trumpet/Cornet PEG