I find the BSS Newbury strap a very comfortable strap and the only strap that doesn't give me neck ache.

 

Just Joes Sax Gel Strap

BUILD YOUR STRAP Carefully Handcrafted with the Finest Quality Materials Premium Grade Soft Leather and Viscoelastic Polymer Provides the ability to maintain its shape, stretch, deflect an applied load and absorb shock makes it ideal material for supporting spine health. Aircraft Grade...

justjoessaxgelstrap.com

 

+ 1 for Just Joes.
I use mine for alto and tenor. Best strap for the money in my opinion.

 

BA Sling. Great for Bari and Tenor. Best I’ve found.
Hooki is a new type, works for many.

and then theres all the others.

 

+2 for JustJoe’s

The NeoTech “Tux” is also shockingly good and low profile for less than $30. It has been my trusty gig companion for years.

 

-1 for Rico

 

+3 Just Joe. Best strap overall. Simple and work well.

 

We haven't heard from the Neotech guy in some time. He is, or was, a member:

Neotech
Yes, one of the neck strap guys. · From Belgrade, Montana
Joined Feb 15, 2006
Last seen Jul 8, 2015

I have one of their harnesses for Bari that I like. Not sure if that counts, as it is a harness, not a strap.

 

Just Joe’s for alto and tenor, with the BG Comfort harness for bari (and occasionally tenor).
I had doubts about feeling restricted in any harness as I’m what why grandmother called ‘big boned’ but the BG leaves me plenty of room.

 

Just Joe's.

 

Are we talking about any specific horn? For 'nino and soprano the BSS size small is great. For alto, tenor, and bari I've been happy with the Jazzlab Saxholder, but for bari I also like the Nobcor Gemini Ultimate harness, and I just picked up a Zappatini sax harness that has quickly become my favorite for bari, though I will say, the support rod seems maybe a little flimsy. That said, it's still the most comfortable and adjustable option I've found for bari.

 

+5 (or is it 7 or 8?) for Just Joe’s. Yes it helped my neck feel more comfortabl. Never going back.

 

Wiseman.

Wiseman London | Leather Sling for Saxophone, Bassoon or Bass Clarinet

wisemanlondon.com

My favorite strap by far! Just a good, full leather, traditional strap with a buckle. And about half the price of most modern, fancy straps. I use it on everything from alto to baritone and find it super comfortable, of course I've never really had neck problems....

 

Just Joe’s is new to me! Nice to see all the strong recommendations. I have a very similar strap actually although it isn’t gel. I’ll certainly keep this in the back of my head for the next time I need one!

 

Just Joes,
Been wearing them since 2015-ish I think.

 

Cebulla Sax Strap
Have them for more than ten years now, won't use anything else.

 

Marmaduke Feather for me

 

I like the saxholder for the big horns like Bari, bassoon, bassclarinet etc.
And the moloko straps (handmade from leather in germany) are supetcute and very comfortable. I have two of each.

Moloko Manufaktur | Saxophongurte

Moloko Manufaktor für Saxophongurte und Accessoires. Handwerkliche Anfertigung und hochwertige Materialien für höchsten Tragekomfort.

www.moloko-handgemacht.de

 

I went with the Adorenece and highly recommend it.
Very tough to beat for the price, well made of real leather, longer straps then the competition so very secure on ones back, comfortable and you can attach suspenders to the back if wanted for using a Bari or just more stability. I use it for alt, tenor and baritone sax.
I have bought the four different colours, for different types of venues.
Easy to buy on Amazon, free shipping and return if you don't like it

adorence Lengthened Saxophone Shoulder Strap - Leather Saxophone Harness Strap for Sax Bass Tenor Alto -Black : Amazon.ca: Musical Instruments, Stage & Studio

adorence Lengthened Saxophone Shoulder Strap - Leather Saxophone Harness Strap for Sax Bass Tenor Alto -Black : Amazon.ca: Musical Instruments, Stage & Studio

www.amazon.ca

 

This is kinda funny, but I just got a simple Yamaha neckstrap that works just fine.

 

I'll second the BSS Newbury Street strap. I like it better than the Joe's strap. The leather on the BSS strap is firmer and I feel like it distributes the weight better.

 

Did anyone say “Just Joe’s Gel Strap” yet?

I used to have one in the case of each horn that I as using. Now that I’ve sold my excess horns, I have more Just Joe’s straps than saxophones.

 

+10 for Just Joe's (for my tenor). It's comfy, does the job, and doesn't look like a harness for deep sea fishing.

 

ray hyman is all i have ever used

 

I have a sling that goes over my left shoulder and around the back, like a guitar strap. I've had it for years and don't have a clue who makes it or where I got it but I'd sure like to get another as backup since this one is getting pretty old. Neotech makes a similar sling but it's a lot skinnier and doesn't feel nearly as comfortable or secure.

 

First i’ve seen like that! Very cool! It doesn’t hurt that top left shoulder after lots of playing?