[LUTE] Re: Lute repair and question

[G. Crona]

With a good and personally adapted strap, you should pretty much be able to 
avoid the lute's or guitar's holding problem wheather you use the old 
buttons - string or modern X-strap or whatever in-between. Some sit on it, 
some pimp them, but whatever solution, there seem to be many, as lute 
mail-search suggests. Personally, I've always had great trouble with the 
lute's pear form, and prefer the guitar's edgy adaptability. Ergonomics is 
important, and Alexander solution looks good. Never tried standing play, but 
like the idea a lot. Would require modern x-strap. Remember quoting brand, 
but can't now find company name.

Best
G.



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