Schaller S-Locks

[@dostacos1]

Jus bought a pair over the weekend, great upgrade to an already great design. Gotta love that German quality.

[@rickycompton2610]

This is the only strap locks I use I have been using them ever since they came out recently bought 2 sets of the new s locks couldn’t be happier with the new design Schaller German quality at its finest.

[@guitaristkirby]

After having this new version for several months, I will say I like the old version better. The new ones are definitely quiet, however, just wearing my guitar eventually loosens the set screw and the ring no longer stays tight. It is also quite difficult to pull the pin out to remove your strap and they really don't snap on as easy as you'd think. The old version has never loosened up in years and I can take on and off with ease.

[@krizsanzarathud7133]

Bought mine yesterday, very high quality stuff, looks very sturdy and as advertised: NO NOISE! Love it!

[@BenRajan]

Love these locks except for one major issue. Not letting us use our guitars existing screws was just plain dumb. Now I have to drill into my guitar to make the slock screw fit. If I ever decide to sell my guitar the old screw won't fit anymore.

[@Acujeremy]

What kind of guitar do you have where they didn't fit?

[@BTStudioGE]

The screws are self-tapping, that means that you just fit them on the smaller hole and screw them in. As for restoring the original buttons, you just need a toothpick and some glue. Put some glue on the toothpick and fit it in the hole until it reaches the bottom. Break it and jam in the other half. Wait a little bit and voila, you can now screw back your older strap buttons and this solution will be secure.

[@Raimond922]

Yeah this is just plain dumb, just damaged the paint after screwing in the slocks. Please note that I did use the recommended size, however, the thread pitch is different than the factory screws so the slocks had to tap new threads into the body. Utterly useless "improvement to the old slocks, thanks schaller.

[@JohnJones22856]

I guess they’re not idiot proof…

[@keithclark486]

@@BTStudioGE Nope that definitely won't work for somebody that doesn't have common sense.

[@NOLA-BASS]

Saw these at NAMM, just got my first pair. Such an improvement over existing strap locks, while addressing issues like the thick strap ends of premium straps. Great job!

[@chrisdiceart]

This update addressed the minor issues I'd had with heavy leather straps. Well done.

[@globalnova]

just bought and installed these . first time using strap locks after almost 20 years playing, bit late to the party but very impressed..

[@im215exempt]

I love mine, they look great! I bought a chrome set (July 2018) for my beautiful black Gretsch to replace one of the awful stock strap buttons. The S-Locks are beautifully engineered and easy to install. Great stuff. Danke, die S-Locks sind zehr schon auf meiner gitarre

[@iamhated1292]

Please bring back the originals. They were the best (and still are imho).

[@josrodsedre5142]

Thank you, Jack Black's dad.

[@betterinsodapop]

My older Schaller locking buttons work just fine, but installing them was a pain. This looks so much easier. Definitely buying these. Good stuff!

[@RalphMercuroMusic]

I've been using Schaller strap locks since the mid 80's. Never had a problem. Not once. I just bought two sets of these new S-Locks and found the allen head button to be a sloppy fit for a 3mm allen key. I'm using a quality Allen brand key and I've used this same key on my Floyd Rose equipped guitars with no issues. The problem is 3 out of 4 of the buttons stripped while slowly installing them. Each time the key was fully engaged and I was using very little force to turn the buttons in. In the video it says they are made of hardened steel. I find that hard to believe. The buttons stripped with very little turning force. At least the new locks work with the old buttons but I won't be purchasing these new S-Locks anymore...

[@BlaBla-om3xm]

Same for me, had to use pliers...

[@Colin.W]

They look great! The problem before was always the small screws though. Glad to see they will grip better. Didn't expect anything for the loose rattling that happens. I must try them immediately.

[@Colin.W]

Also for anyone else using the old models.. I always used the silver screws from the dimarzio guitar straps and they were larger, fit through the Schaller buttons and held on perfectly.

[@JamesMorton-hf3xb]

I've been using these since the mid '80s. Will never buy a different brand; on all of my guitars.😎👍

[@Cowboy-sq1mq]

Just got my first set of these, they are a great improvement!

[@finalbossoftheinternet6002]

I just put these on my 1986 made in Japan fender jazz bass, they are on another level compared to other strap locks, they look great, they feel secure. If you’re thinking about getting them, get them.

[@BTStudioGE]

I learned my lesson, i had a couple of cheap, old-style strap lock clones i used on my second guitar. The knob just slid of one day. Done, i'm not using copies anymore, i just ordered a pair of these new ones. The old-style original Schallers are doing as fine as ever though.

[@schallergmbh7847]

Schaller`s S-Locks are compatible with the old Security Locks. Please keep in mind, that the silent feature is only available with the new buttons. The locking bolt is slanted/angled and secure against rotation! The buttons have a 4mm screw with self-tapping wood thread to cover also most of worn out holes.

[@scottmarshall3185]

"S" Locks are definitely NOT compatible with Originals.. The lock pin in the originals is a tiny bit larger than the hole in the "S" buttons. The pin DOES NOT completely engage. It does, however, engage slightly, making you think that it is secure, but it is not. The pull pin stays in the out position and does not pop into the smaller "S" button hole. I found that out the hard way trying to come up with a solution to the "no swivel" issue. You guys need to go back to the drawing board on these. The so called "silent feature" is a complete failure. The parts snap together so tight, they won't swivel. This causes your strap to spin between the parts, tearing up your strap hole. Since you can't use a wrench on these, you can't get the ring tight enough to prevent the strap from spinning against the friction of the frozen "S"locks. I even tried Nut Sauce with no improvement. These things DO NOT MOVE. I tried 2 different sets of "S" locks. I sent them both back. Originals get my vote. If it's not broke, don't fix it.

[@lanthaniated1]

Hi Schaller your new S-locks look real classy which is why I purchased them, but the new silent feature means the angled locking pin digs in and grinds metal when I pull my strap round. I correctly fitted the new Ruthenium Chrome S-locks to my Stat but took them off looking for a solution.

[@scottsdalemedicalmassage]

Does this go for the stock strap buttons on Rickenbacker 4003's (2016)? Are the new S Locks still compatible with those buttons and is the silent feature applicable? Thanks!

[@jonahlmoore]

It does not fit. The old design was much better.

[@jimaudette445]

It would be great if you made control knobs that match the strap nut. I bet you would have a winning product on your hands.

[@checocr]

Awesome straplocks! I’ve been using the regular Schallers for many years, mostly on Gibson Les Pauls and PRS Guitars and they are great. These new S ones definitely kick it up a knotch. And yes, they are better, quieter, safer and look way more beautiful! Cheers!

[@ME-qd3pr]

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[@schallergmbh7847]

Schaller`s S-Locks are available at our online shop www.schaller.info. All stores and guitar builders can order from us directly. Schaller`s S-Locks are fully compatible with all existing Schaller Security Locks! (without silent feature). Please find all information and product numbers at our website www.schaller.info.

[@CalvinMagnusMusic]

I used to love and be obsessed with the Dunlop Straploks for years but after a brand-new set failed and drop my guitar straight to the ground I'm never buying them again. Yeah, I know it might have been a faulty unit in like 10,000 that left the factory, but I don't care. If I pay for a product that is intended to lock my strap in place and I trust my very expensive/favorite guitars with it, I expect it to do its job and do it well, so failing one time only is really all I need. Anyway, my cat-like reflexes were, fortunately, quick enough for me to catch the neck of my favorite guitar right on time and avoid the tragedy about 3 inches from the floor, but I feel for those who may not get so lucky. So, since that incident happened my advice for all my fellow guitarists has been to ditch those Dunlop abominations out of your beloved guitars, and instead switch to these babies right here, Schaller S-Locks, because the mechanism on these is designed in such a way that even in the remote possibility that they fail to lock the strap (something already pretty much impossible to happen because it is spring-locked tightly and strongly) it will still secure your guitar in place because of the way the lock connects to the guitar from below. You would only notice that it "failed" if/when you took off the strap yourself, basically. So, what this means is that with this straplock, your guitar is literally always secure and protected from a disaster, I mean even gravity itself is on your side and helping. A disaster just can't happen even if you wanted to and so it's absolutely perfect. Sorry for the rant, but friends don't let friends buy Dunlop Straploks. Stay safe and Rock On \m/

[@EnghardtMedia]

Hi Abi, great video !! love the music !! great voice !! great stuff !! and all the best at the Namm.

[@bryanwoodring3547]

love the gold s locks

[@RickMcCargar]

I am using my old strap-lock on them because the new one has too narrow of a channel. With repetitive movements of the strap, the Schaller part that is attached to the strap actually began to "unscrew" the part that is screwed into the guitar. Same problem with multiple sets. Switch back to my old, non-s-lock style and the screws stay firmly in the guitar.

[@sazstuff6547]

I had exactly the same problem!! I sanded down the edges, so the movements works more freely and I put a drop of hobby glue on the felt part. No more unscrewing. The channel itself was not too narrow on my set, just that the edges got stuck to each other on the pin and U. But I admit that this is quite a lot of extra work for a pricy product :| (I still love them)

[@RickMcCargar]

@@sazstuff6547 It's a bad design. We buy these so that we don't have to worry about our guitar falling off the strap. We shouldn't have to modify it to make it do the only job it was sold to us, to do.

[@sazstuff6547]

@@RickMcCargar I agree, and now they discontinued one of the main reason I bought s-locks before: "Vintage Copper" is out of stock everywhere 😧 It would have been perfect for my new instrument and I was ready to pay extra - now I ended up buying literally the cheapest (lockless) pin and leather strap from amazon, because they had exactly the right colors.

[@Zamn_daniel]

Who ever invented strap locks I love you

[@flyaway9629]

I really don't like how they look on my Les Pauls. They are just too bulky. From a construction point of view they are very well made but after a week on my guitar i decided to sell them and i will buy the old model which for me looks way much better and i never had any problems with them.

[@kristanbenson803]

That Prs is lovelly!

[@musikladeneberstadt313]

Sieht gut aus. Habe sie bald im Laden. M.E. einziger Haken: Früher konnte ich in meiner Werkstatt ausgelatsche Schraubenlöcher der Gurtknöpfe in einer Gitarre aus weichem Holz (und da gibt es viele...) mit einer 45mm Schraube stabilisieren. Bei den neuen Knöpfen muss immer gedübelt werden. Looks quite fine. I'll have them in my shop by friday. Only disadvantage imho: With the "old" button I could use a 45mm screw to fix it, if the hole was worn out (especially if you got a guitar made of e.g. basswood), with the new one-piece-buttons I shall always have got to glue in a piece of hardwood...

[@mmmetalwolf]

Please go back to the old one

[@jfgamuz]

Si los anteriores eran muy buenos, estos deben ser absolutos..... además se ven con look grandioso.... Felicitaciones...!!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@kaigrunenberg8440]

Just got the new s-locks. I am using security locks a long time on my Strat. Now I wanted to use them with my Lakewoods. The Screws are to long at the Neck side. I had to cut them but now it works an is still strong enough

[@user-zt2be1wl9y]

Hello. I'm Dr. Marvin Candle and this is the orientation video for station 9 of Dharma Innitiative..

[@MyselfePedro56709]

Best strap locks ever ❤️🔥

[@JustRockMySoul]

wish there was an installation example in a video named "tutorial", other than that this was a great product presentation!

[@midi510]

Why would a tutorial be needed to unscrew the old buttons and screw the new ones in? I'd saturate the threads with some thin CA glue and let them dry before putting the new buttons on, though. It strengthens the threads without gluing the screw in.

[@Insekkton]

Cool system, good video, I´ll purchase a set. Thanks and cheers !

[@jimblowbullet]

Please make the old ones available again as well... maybe you could call them classic version or something... would be highly appreciated!!

[@maxpedal]

Have had mine for 4 years now. They MUST be greased more than once. Lubricated mine a little too late. The metal was eaten up by the movements and now I have to buy new ones. They also unscrew the screw that goes into the guitar because the lock is part of the screw and without lubrication / grease it starts to unscrew from the movements. Mine are now completely eaten up and it's just luck that I didn't drop the guitar and see how eaten up the holder was. I could flip the mount off with a little movement just..FYI only

[@HCkev]

Won't replace my current Schallers with these ones, not really worth the upgrade, but might try them out for my next guitars. I'm not too sure about the one-piece strap buttons though, I am under the impression that it would make them get unscrewed more easily as you move and the strap rotate on the strap button... But larger threads screws are a welcome improvement for sure, probably the most annoying thing about the classic model, often needed to fill the hole with a wood stick and wood glue to make sure the screw won't come off because it was often too thin...

[@tvalla]

Finally you have a youtube channel!

[@robbievalentine8239]

EXCELLENT VIDEO!!

[@tonehundere854]

Genialt - som alt annet fra Schaller!!!

[@YoloMcSwaggot]

Mine failed today. The hinges keep rotating upside down whenever I play. Luckily I was holding the neck when it happened, so casualties were avoided.

[@Erickchicas]

Do they fit the old schaller locking models? or do I need to change everything on my guitar?

[@tvalla]

Erick Chicas I have the same question! do you know something else now?

[@tvalla]

Hey man, I just got the answer. This info is from the product on Guitar Center: "Two more things … 1. S-Locks are fully compatible with all existing Schaller Security Locks. 2. Only one strap and one pair of S-Locks, …for all your guitars. Enjoy all the benefits of the new S-Locks using one single strap. Simply use the new strap buttons replacement kits to new S-Locks for all your instruments"

[@Jagermaster13]

I just installed 2 sets. The old locks work with the new buttons and vice versa. The locks aren't silent unless you're using both the new lock and button together. The new locking ring is also compatible with the old style Schallers. Lastly the hex key needed is a 2.5mm, not the 3mm stated in the video

[@Erickchicas]

Thanks a lot for the info guys! :)

[@lunkercarp]

Jagermaster13 I just installed mine and it did take the 3mm Allen

[@billmint8122]

My biggest gripe with this "compatible with old locks" spiel is that they only sell the buttons, but not the new top sections with the wheels. So, if I want to upgrade all of my existing Schaller strap locks, i have to spend more money on the full package, which includes the strap buttons that I already have and don't need. Sigh.

[@saleasylum]

I'm so happy with this product! Thank you!!!!

[@roaldyboy]

I just put mine on my Les Paul! They were simple to install and work beautifully! Glad I watched this very informative video first! Thank you sir! A lot of whiners out there! Pay attention dingbats!

[@napalmhardcore]

I know strap buttons vary from guitar to guitar, but the variance can't be that huge, otherwise they wouldn't fit the holes on a guitar strap. Likewise, the holes in a guitar strap can only vary a certain amount otherwise they wouldn't fit the strap buttons for most guitars. I don't understand why pretty much every locking system requires the installation of special strap buttons rather than designing the lock to work with a guitar's existing strap buttons. Surely a "one size fits most" lock wouldn't be too difficult to design. I doubt it's beyond human ingenuity to design one that's adjustable. An alternative would be different locks for common strap buttons sizes (Fender, Gibson, PRS etc). That way people don't have to worry about altering their guitar because the screws for the buttons included with a particular locking system aren't the same size as the original screws. I realise that a more general approach may not have the benefit of being silent like the S-Locks. For people that prioritise having silent strap locks, the S-Locks are a good solution. But for people that don't wish to alter their guitar, the majority of locking systems have the potential to be problematic if the screw size doesn't match their existing strap button screws.

[@zacharynorman397]

I purchased these recently for my Gibson ES-339. They are too long and I am unable to screw them all the way flush to the guitar. Is this a know issue with Gibson ES models? If so, what do I do? I don't want to damage the guitar!

[@NeilBolandGuitaristWriter]

Yeah, had them on my 335 for a few years, and yeah the length of them means they eventually wear a hole in the lining of your case. And now I've had two sets of the 'old' versions have the ball bit unscrew itself, leaving me catching my guitar on stage. I'm wondering if these new S-Locks are indeed a big improvement?

[@angrytroll27]

Is there any way to message schaller?? I've hadmve litterly worn 1.2mm of metal off of my locks just be regular wear

[@acook213]

Great strap locks, but pretty annoying to not include the tools needed for installation.

[@Ditch1221]

What about installing these on an acoustic with a jack ?

[@altonengles2581]

Hi, thanks for the reviews. I bought a Fender strap lock set to go on my Fender Squier Jazz Bass and the screws that came with the set are smaller than what's on the Squier. I heard of people using toothpicks and such to rig the locks to work. I was wondering if you had the same issue with the Fender locks on your Fender bass? I don't know if there's a difference between American made and Indonesian made Fender basses. I just want a lock that will have the same screw size. Thanks for any help.

[@s.m.shields5681]

I think the Schaller locks are wonderful but there is a problem putting them on an acoustic guitar, (the bottom pin). If your guitar doesn't have an electric barrel end jack, there is no way the bottom pin of the Schaller can work. The end pin on my Martin is a plastic pull out pin and the hole is to big to put the Schaller pin in, not to mention that the screw on the pin wont reach the end bracing block on the guitar, other than plugging the hole or install a barrel electric end pin jack that accepts the 1/4 in plug. The heel pin works fine but your in a pickle when it comes to the bottom pin. I've already bought the Schaller lock strap kit but will have to wait till I have a pickup installed that will give me the 1/4 end pin to use with the strap locks. But then there is another problem. And acoustic electric end pin wont work with the Schaller's unless you use a MusicNomad Strap Loc-Adapter because the bottom Schaller strap will cover up the the 1/4 hole need to plug the guitar in. Not to cut down Schaller's, but there should have been more research done to accommodate acoustic guitar owners who don't want a plug in 1/4 end pin which requires a 1/2 inch drilled hole all the way through the bottom bracing block to accept the barrel end plug. On a high end guitar, say a $5,000 Martin its a choice not to many are willing to make and therefore cant use the Schaller's strap lock system.

[@jimmie999999999]

loctite blue is your friend!! those tiny grub screws WILL get lost otherwise!

[@bitsiphon]

The problem I had with the old style was the little release button falling off. Did you sort that out? You have not really lived until you try to get your strap off without the little knob,

[@rohankhemraj]

I've been using Schaller strap locks for more than 20 years. I haven't had an issue with my guitars falling but, I've had a few close calls after the nut and washer came loose. To resolve the issue, I put thread locker in the threads of my locks. I'm interested to see if the new nut stays put. I also am curious if the old strap buttons work with the new lock system.

[@jonahlmoore]

They do not.

[@rohankhemraj]

@@jonahlmoore they do. In fact schaller even redesigned their locks recently with grub screws and a longer threaded section to avoid this issue.

[@jonahlmoore]

@@rohankhemraj oh you’re right the old buttons will work but still just as noisy. The new buttons will not work with the old locks, Grover’s fit though and are not as noisy. I’ve been using Schaller for many years but after this switch I ended up going back with dunlops. These helped me realize that dunlops are not very noisy plenty strong enough and don’t stick out as far.

[@rohankhemraj]

@@jonahlmoore oh sorry I misunderstood. Anyway I bought the newer version and tested them with the older version. They are interchangable. I had no issues doing this in over a year.

[@AuntieMoMo05]

I just bought a new Player Series Fender Strat and your screws are WAY bigger than the screw I took out of the existing strap holder. Is it ok to force your bigger screw into the hole or am I going to cause irreparable damage?

[@doxx2427]

well I'm sold... goodbye Dunlop

[@paulpaul00]

Gutes Video! Kompliment & Gruß!

[@tonyfendall]

Don't like the idea. I use thin straps and there is a lot of protrusion of the pin to get knocked and loosen the wood screw.

[@calebo29536]

Hello, do you know if these would fit in the fender pro series? Update, mine just came in the mail today and I can confirm that they fit perfectly, go slow when putting them in though. Also the factory ones also still fit fine

[@stephenowens3687]

Would have been nice if they had supplied the allen wrenches and tiny screwdiver with the straplocks.

[@angrytroll27]

You dont own any?

[@Brook987]

The screw does not fit Rickenbacker 4001 bass. I had to fill the screw holes with wood filler and wait for it to dry before using the Schaller screw.

[@davidkleiner530]

Hello I have a question about the locks I have a set of them on a schecter omen and the pole bar is slightly showing a piece of metal instead of them snapping into place is this normal or is it a defect can you assist me or educate me as to what to do thank you kindly.

[@jessehutchings]

I'm a little confused bc I am installing my S locks but the 4mm button screw is thicker than my Epiphone Prophecy button screw .. so now I'm worried I might damage the body by forcing the screw in

[@iandickeson3510]

I definitely prefer the classic model. I like to use the original screw from the bass so, I can't stand the "one piece strap button". I also hate the lock wheel. I used to use a larger diameter washer than the factory and I'd absolutely crank the nut down. Overall a disappointing change.

[@chrisjohnson9300]

Tried to install these on my sg .. the button by the bridge switched over flawlessly however the button behind the neck is way too long.. tried to find info online but no information anywhere.. what should I do??

[@hotrodjones74]

Use a Grolsch beer bottle rubber gasket from the glass bottle with the flip top lid. They work with the standard strap buttons. It's super secure. I use them with my Cherry Red Epiphone SG. I thought about buying these fancy strap locks but the rubber beer gasket trick worked just as good and cost me $4 ish and I got two tall beers out of it.

[@Alfredo78666]

"Your fingers would do just fine..." Yeah, if you're the Hulk

[@iwillnevergetone5]

Schaller, is there anywhere in the USA that sells just the small S screw option? I can't find a dealer of just the screws and it would be 50 to order from your site. any reasonable solutions?

[@sazstuff6547]

Was ist mit "Vintage Copper" los? Wird es nie wieder hergestellt oder kommt es irgendwann wieder??? What's up with "Vintage Copper"? Is it entirely discontinued or just temporarily out of stock?

[@fourstringsamurai5616]

Would love to know what size was sent to me as it doesn't say on box. Amazon.ca didn't give a size option but in description show different sizes available.

[@lesspainlesss]

I have an esp guitar and the strap button screw is slightly longer and larger than the original one that comes with the guitar..could it make any damage to the guitar??

[@roy9066]

I've been using old shaller locks for over 10 years, had installed the buttons on two of my guitars. I just got a new guitar, and while looking for the buttons, I thought I'll give this new version a try. Putting the button and the screw into one piece is really a bad design choice. It might save some cost on productions, but for the customers, it limits the usage. The screws were larger than what I had for my guitar. (Larger and longer threads). This will crack your finish bad if you don't drill before putting them on! They really should have allowed users to choose already existing screws if needed. This is really a dumb choice IMO. Also, the one of the locks pull is very sticky and it's really hard to unlock. I think this is poor quality control. Maybe it will loosen up overtime, but it is really rigid and hard to unlock right now. I do give some credit for its rattle free design as they advertised. But overall I am very disappointed. I trusted the Shaller name, and went for it despite there are many other cheaper third party parts out there. Now I think maybe I should have gone for that with out paying premium for their name. I'd adivse anyone who's looking to get this one just to go older style locks, or at lease older style buttons.

[@Kkorkykatt]

I have done alot of research on your product & everything is A+ apart from(talking about myself here) the fact that it seems that i would still have to do either some drilling or 'filling' in of the button holes on my guitar in order to use these. I have a MIM standard strat (2017) and im wondering if i would be able to simply remove my buttons & then screw in the schaller ones WITHOUT any sort of extra fidgeting around with the og strat holes?

[@RickMcCargar]

What do you suggest for ES-335 style guitars?

[@cyberpunk409]

"no more hex nuts" 1:54 ok, so how do i screw the straps into the guitar genius??

[@plasmaband4593]

Grüße an den Meister aller (A-team) Klassen aus München, Dr. Thomas E. :-)

[@RiffRock51]

"The strap buttons fit all existing strap button holes, including those of Gibson's". I'm looking to install my nice new gold Schallers on my ESP LTD EC-1000, but the Schaller screws have a different threading than the original ones on the guitar. If I install the Schaller screws, I assume it would alter/damage the holes in the guitar? Will it strip the wood since the Schallers are different/thicker?

[@JameseyFrey]

It won't strip the hole, but if you want to reinstall the original and find that it is too loose, you can use a toothpick to make the hole more snug again

[@seb.1987]

Wann kommen die S-Locks denn in den normalen Handel? Hab an meinen ganzen Harken das alte Modell und die neue Variante würde ich gerne testen.

[@sixgunnernick]

Got a set and the screw will not tighten on my Kramer striker..

[@EvaSlash]

Will these work on my Gibson Les Paul Traditional Pro guitar? Will I have to drill wider or deeper holes?

[@Eraj1979]

These come in different sizes apparently. what size of will be good for a fender telecaster?

[@schallergmbh7847]

Please always check the thickness of the body wood first. This will determine the required length of the S-Locks. You can find more information with mounting instructions and a technical drawing of Schaller S-Locks in the product description of our webshop: schaller.info/en/s-locks/276/s-locks-m?c=18

[@monarca777]

do you have an answer? Because I have the same problem! The screw is too big!

[@MartinVazChannel]

Would this work on a Suhr classic T? as he says, the screw is 5 32 and i believe the ones in Suhr are 3 32, what do you think?

[@silent-trouble]

Dumb question... Do i need a particular strap for that? Seems these pins are quite thick for the holes of any of my straps, so i cant tighten these round screws down all the way since there is like a bulk of leather round the Pins. If that makes sense. Seems pretty tight but still dont know if that is how its supposed to be. Thanks for the advice.

[@globalnova]

i just tightened as much as i could and seems ok

[@stanadams1290]

The "ONLY" change that was nice or needed was the longer threads on the lock for thicker straps !

[@Laponea]

The new strap buttons are not a 100% compatible with the old strap locks.Also, the strap locks by not having the larger ring hole they spin around your strap loosening the strap hole

[@oniaspereiramatiasdasilv-lc9bt]

Shaller e da Roça

[@Corporations8MyBaby]

You did it. You stopped me from abandoning Schaller locks. I toured the world with the old ones. If I ever forgot to tighten my hex nut and put some clear nail-polish on it, it came lose... the parts fell on the stage... and I was on my hands and knees collecting them up. So I got really good at keeping them tight. But when the tour was over, if it was too long before the next one, I lost the habit and lost the parts again. I have a drawer with a bunch of buttons with no mates. When I am home, I go back to rubber washers because I am not traversing a stage and acting crazy. Mostly sitting in a studio. I am thinking of saying "yes" to a tour offer this fall.. What kind of locks? Not the old ones. Now you show me this. I think you got me back. But. 1. The longer pull button looks like NIPPLES on an ATOMIC BOOB MODEL... not necessarily a bad thing but you could put an eye out with that. 2. When a German guy says "S-Lock" it sounds like "arschloch" - which is hilarious and great. But I don't want strangers to realize that I am in fact a TOTAL ARSCHLOCH! (but not the kind that flips his custom shop guitar over his shoulder as if the audience gives a shit... that kind of arschloch is unforgivable) S-lock... I might just tell my fans that the new nipples on my guitar(s) are "Schaller Prophylactics"

[@rockcheung68]

Why there is a stuck, unremovable screw with only one length without alternatives for the new pins? they seem to ignore different guitars have their own strap pin screws with different sizes and lengths...

[@danielsantana5126]

I would like having one, but it's too expensive for me I live in Brazil so... it's complicated. Shipping price is basically two times product's price

[@ACTUALLYRICH]

Daniel Santana worth it bro! Or buy Grolsch beer and use the red rubber seals to make a strap lock, amazing results.

[@scottmarshall3185]

"S" locks are definitely NOT compatible with Originals. The lock pin in the Originals is a tiny bit larger than the hole in the "S" buttons. The pin DOES NOT completely engage. It does, however, engage slightly, making you think that it is secure, but it is not. The pull pin stays in the out position and does not pop into the smaller "S" button hole. I found that out the hard way trying to come up with a solution to the "no swivel" issue. You guys need to go back to the drawing board on these. The so called "silent feature" is a complete failure. The parts snap together so tight, they won't swivel. This causes your strap to spin between the parts, tearing up your strap hole. Since you can't use a wrench on these, you can't get the ring tight enough to prevent the strap from spinning against the friction of the frozen "S" locks. I even tried Nut Sauce with no improvement. These things DO NOT MOVE. I tried 2 different sets of "S" locks. I sent them both back. The Originals get my vote. If it's not broke, don't fix it.

[@RalphMercuroMusic]

I just checked the new S-Lock bolts with the old Security buttons on several of my guitars. I found the new bolt fully engages the old button. The old button has a larger opening 6.8mm vs 6mm on the new button. The new button does not allow rotation. The old button allows rotation so the regular noise associated with the old locks is there... The problem I have is the new buttons are made of soft metal and strip easily even with a quality 3mm Allen key.

[@jonahlmoore]

@@RalphMercuroMusic it will around the old button but does it lock? Mine doesn’t.

[@RalphMercuroMusic]

@@jonahlmoore Yes, I've been using a combination of S-Locks and the old locks without issue for several years now. Try adding a drop of oil to the new S-locks. I use Big Bends Nut Sauce on mine. Just a drop...

[@jonahlmoore]

@@RalphMercuroMusic the older lock will not engage in the new strap button. The older lock doesn’t have a 45 degree notch in the pin like the new one. I tested this because I already had the old locks on my strap with locktight and didn’t like how the new ones were longer. Now the new lock that is longer fits in the old button no problem but is noisy still. The problem with new ones is that they are so tight the horse shoe doesn’t want to freely turn around the button as much and it can get hung up at times, I’m sure lube would help but the screw being attached to the button could possibly loosen if it gets hung up. The upgrade to the new design was not worth it for me. They stick out farther, have a screw attached with a socket head instead of Phillips, and still have as much noise as dunlops.

[@RalphMercuroMusic]

@@jonahlmoore I put a drop of oil in the new S-Locks and they work very smoothly.

[@arielpantasma4964]

this is fit to ibaenz rg550?

[@jeremiahmccann83]

Still missing the extra security on the instrument connection mechanism​ itself.

[@billmint8122]

what do you want them to do? lmao screws are screws, my dude. Not much you can improve upon there, unless you want to bore into your guitar and put barbs in the screw or something...

[@jeremiahmccann83]

William Jeffrey nope- just want a fail safe.

[@rsguitar335]

Quality Control not the best. One of the hex nut openings on my S-Locks was too tight -- extremely difficult to install. The 3mm hex wrench would hardly go into one of the hex nuts. Don't reinvent the wheel; Phillips screws have worked fine for decades.

[@glennpace9783]

Just got these...well made! My only issue is that one of the U-shaped cubs is very tight on the bolt and it manages to turn around (facing sideways or down. Is there a remedy for this?

[@glennpace9783]

@the3-dkiller1 I had it cranked. Turns out a little WD40 inside the bed helps reduce friction. Problem solved. Thanks for the reply. Looks like Schaller forgot about their video.

[@Nate-qb8ws]

These look great, except for the fact that the security bolt is "angled/or beveled," shown at 2:45 ... Concerned that it might somehow twist around and the strap lock will "glide" off as easily as it did on

[@billmint8122]

Except that they are called strap locks for a reason. They work like handcuffs... you can't slide handcuffs off after you've slid the teeth on, why would this be any different?

[@josephlarson4643]

The screw looks much wider than my factory screw. I'm afraid that this screw will crack my guitar.

[@angrytroll27]

It wont. I put them on my ESP last weekend no problem just put some wax on the thread if your really scared. I even posted a video on it

[@TempoDrift1480]

If you can't figure this out then you should probably just collecting shoes or something. This has to be one of the simplest things a human being could ever figure out. Get with the program.

[@MrFree-vj8qj]

it can you have to be very careful I explained a method in the comments here

[@davidkhammer]

More of a sales video. I just wanted to know what size hex key I needed. It’s a Floyd Rose locking nut size 3mm.