How to correctly use the Dynarette cushion.

[silvastudio]

I have the Dynarette, large cushion and love it. Seems like I can play with less fatigue when I use it.

[Vlad Kosulin]

Dynarette is great product.
The only issue - it squeaks. Some microfiber cover would be a great add-on. And if it was inflatable for easier storage...

[Sean]

Vlad, I agree about the noise. Recording while using a Dynarette is always an adventure, especially when the end result sounds like someone passing gas . . . TTTHTHHTHTH

[arran1810]

Dynarette is great product.
The only issue - it squeaks. Some microfiber cover would be a great add-on. And if it was inflatable for easier storage...

I have solved the squeak problem by using a piece of the rubbery drawer liner material both under the dynarette and on top of it. It has the additional advantage of making the whole thing more stable.

[jaylynch]

I bought a small Dynarette & it seemed to work fine. Recently I tried the larger size & I like it better. It positions the guitar a little higher which I like. BTW, I'm 5' 8". My teacher who is using my smaller cushion is 6' +. He likes the smaller cushion, so far.

[Kent]

Unless you are under 5 Feet, I recommend the large size. Even then, most have commented that they still use a little lift for their leg to get the correct height. I wish they made a Large-Large!
I like to use a Microfiber cloth folded across the top of the cushion to avoid contact noise with the cushion. It also helps keep the guitar from contact with the synthetic covering they use.
The cushion is worth the purchase cost for sure. They last forever.

[ScottK89]

One thing I experienced (started using one last summer when my back was bothering me), was that the guitar felt a little unstable until I had been using it for quite a while- maybe six months.

I also feel like another inch or two higher would be ideal, but that it might decrease the stability. I have sometimes used a short footstool *and* the cushion.

[Aaron Elkins]

I don't know, folks....I've been thinking about getting a Dynarette for a while now; prefer not to have to attach and dis-attach the suction cups that come with other supports. But after reading these posts I'm rethinking things.

I mean, I thought the reason one used the thing was to get rid of the footstool and assume a healthier, more comfortable posture. But now I see that, for many people, it involves a cloth to keep it from slipping, another cloth to mute the squeaks, and . . . A FOOT STOOL! Sounds like more fuss than it's worth.

I believe I'll just stick with the foot stool after all.

[Supperconductor]

I don't know, folks....I've been thinking about getting a Dynarette for a while now; prefer not to have to attach and dis-attach the suction cups that come with other supports. But after reading these posts I'm rethinking things.

I mean, I thought the reason one used the thing was to get rid of the footstool and assume a healthier, more comfortable posture. But now I see that, for many people, it involves a cloth to keep it from slipping, another cloth to mute the squeaks, and . . . A FOOT STOOL! Sounds like more fuss than it's worth.

I believe I'll just stick with the foot stool after all.

Hi Aaron,

I came to the same conclusion after buying the Dynarette. I just wound up preferring the stability of the footstool. My De Oro Guitarest just arrived, so I'm about to try that.

[Aaron Elkins]

Be interested in learning your reaction to the DeOro, Kam...it's sure been getting a lot of attention in these forums.

[Vlad Kosulin]

I don't know, folks....I've been thinking about getting a Dynarette for a while now; prefer not to have to attach and dis-attach the suction cups that come with other supports. But after reading these posts I'm rethinking things.

I mean, I thought the reason one used the thing was to get rid of the footstool and assume a healthier, more comfortable posture. But now I see that, for many people, it involves a cloth to keep it from slipping, another cloth to mute the squeaks, and . . . A FOOT STOOL! Sounds like more fuss than it's worth.

I believe I'll just stick with the foot stool after all.

The new Dynarette has neoprene strip which eliminates slippage for me (I use it with polyester, cotton or wool pants).
I do not use foot stool.
Squeaks - yes, you need some workaround if this is critical, such as when recording CD, but I am not from this league

Dynarette is very convenient compared to supports with suction cups, and is at least as safe as these.
Foot stool is safe, less convenient, and may cause health issues.
Suction cup supports are cumbersome, take time to install and remove, can damage finish, but introduce no noise (except when suction cup fails, and guitar or support falls down ).
I would say that suction cup supports are #1 for those who are ready to sacrifice convenience for the sound, footstool is #1 for those who are willing to sacrifice their health for the sound, and Dynarette is #1 for the rest

[Supperconductor]

Be interested in learning your reaction to the DeOro, Kam...it's sure been getting a lot of attention in these forums.

I finally got a chance to use the DeOro and my very initial impression is that I love it. So far it is very stable but I haven't quite found the perfect position (pretty close though). I'll report further impressions in the DeOro thread after the newness of the experience wears off a bit.

Mod Edit: the De Oro thread is here: viewtopic.php?f=71&t=63325&p=691921

[Jose-Guitarra8a]

Dynarette is great product.
The only issue - it squeaks. Some microfiber cover would be a great add-on. And if it was inflatable for easier storage...

I have solved the squeak problem by using a piece of the rubbery drawer liner material both under the dynarette and on top of it. It has the additional advantage of making the whole thing more stable.

I used you idea of using the rubbery liner material and my Dynarette is stable without the noises.

[jaradgiese]

Even the large dynarette is too small for me - depending on your body proportions it may be the product and not something you are doing wrong. I'm 6'3" and wish there was an extra large size for this product.

[davinci]

I'm 168cm tall and going to use Dynarette on my RIGHT thigh instead of left.

Should I use Large or Small? Any kind advice greatly appreciated.