Musician's chairs?

[tadawson]

Being 6'5", I find that most folding chairs out there for me are a pain in the back, as well as getting more awkward to get up from as I get older (esp. with my horn). I see a brand "Adjustrite" that makes an adjustable tall musicians chair (seat between 21 and 26 inches - fwiw, 17 and change is what is killing me . . ). Almost crazy $pendy, but I don't find much else. Has anyone here used one of these, or have any other suggestions?

Thanks . . .

- Tim

[Mary Ann]

Having the opposite problem (some of the supplied chairs, my feet don't reach the ground) -- if you only have to buy it once, and it is doable to take it everywhere you need to, do it. When I was regularly playing a 184CC sitting on the chair in front of me, I had a padded folding chair I always took with me, because that was the only way I knew I would be comfortable.

[bloke]

These claim to support 225 lbs.

If you're "thick", maybe (??) they wouldn't be the thing...

...but typical chair seat heights are 20 - 21 inches, and these (being sold as "bar stools") feature a 24 inch high seat:

They appear (??) to be not only portable, but lightweight.

(Maybe, you're looking for a backrest...I don't use backrests when playing tubas.)

https://www.amazon.com/Folding-Stool-Ba ... r=8-2&th=1

[ronr]

The adjustrite chairs are worth every penny. Highly recommended. I take it on every gig, whether it’s one hour or three hours.

[Chuck W]

I agree with ronr. The things work great.
Before I had the Ajustrite I used an Onstage folding piano bench. Much cheaper. I put in a soft piano case to carry it. There are a few models. I have the KT 7800.
Best wishes
Chuck

[tadawson]

These claim to support 225 lbs.

If you're "thick", maybe (??) they wouldn't be the thing...

...but typical chair seat heights are 20 - 21 inches, and these (being sold as "bar stools") feature a 24 inch high seat:

They appear (??) to be not only portable, but lightweight.

(Maybe, you're looking for a backrest...I don't use backrests when playing tubas.)

https://www.amazon.com/Folding-Stool-Ba ... r=8-2&th=1

I'm curious what chairs you are seeing that are 20 to 21 inch . . . The ones I have (1960's vintage - very sturdy) at 17" or so, and the foldingbchairs that I see for sale online only seem to claim 16" (when then mention height at all). I had considered the bar stool, bitnitnwould be a PITA to tote, since a lot of our outdoor performances are BYOC/BYOMS (IE, you get a floor . . . ) so portability matters somewhat.

The weight rating is a concern (although I see 250lbs ratings on the Adjustrights, but I am a tad over that, plus the horn . . . same rating as most cheap folders though, so ? ? ?

I tend to lean in a but when playing, but do use the backrest on the occasional piece with a sparse/absent tuba part . . .

In any case thanks to you (and all others) for your thoughts . . . they fairly well track mine, so I know that I am not nuttier than I thought :-) :-). If nothing else, Amazon makes returns easy and cheap if it isn't what I hoped for.

[Mary Ann]

I know you've quit reading, but there is something like this, that you could make leg extenders out of pipe that slid over the existing legs and made it taller. This one holds 300 pounds and is a version of the one I used to tote around.
https://www.costco.com/stakmore-wood-fo ... 78512.html

[tadawson]

Thanks . . . I never quit reading, and good suggestions are always welcome. I did order the other (Amazon, so if it doesn't "do it" for me, a return is free . . . )

It somewhat comes down to a fine line between cheap and lazy on my side . . .

[tadawson]

I stack three cushion chairs on top of each other. I am 6 foot 8 though

This setup is NOT PORTABLE

Thanks for the link

[Yadent]

I have used a 'drummers throne' for a number of years. No back rest might be an issue for some. I haven't missed it.....yet.

[Chris Olka]

I’ve been using the Adjustrite chair in my orchestra (Cincinnati Symphony) for 4 years and also have one in my basement for practice. They come in two sizes and to buy the taller option, I believe you have to purchase it directly from Adjustrite. Worth every penny. The stage crew love mine because it’s sturdy, foldable, and easy to transport.

The two things to know are:
1) I set the front legs up one notch from the rear legs to level the seat.
2) If you’re sitting for a long time and slouching…while counting rests, the back top of the frame can hit you in a slightly uncomfortable spot. YMMV

The lumbar support is great. I have spondylitis in my lower back and this helps tremendously! I saw them in use by brass players in Boston Symphony while playing with them. Tried it and was sold.

Hope this helps. Oh, and they’re cheap compared to most other options.

[tadawson]

Thanks. For what it's worth, I found the tall version on Amazon, although it appears tomship direct from the mfg. Has the Amazon free shipping amd return options though . . .

[WC8KCY]

I'm 6-foot-3 and have been using the Cosco 24-inch folding stool out on gigs, available at most any Walmart in the USA. It's surprising how much more air capacity I seem to have when using this versus a too-low chair.

I also have a Hamilton Traveller II portable music stand, which comes with a useful gigbag. I can easily tote the folded-up Cosco stool and the bagged-up stand together using just one hand, allowing me to haul a musical instrument case around with the other.

[The Brute Squad]

I have used a 'drummers throne' for a number of years. No back rest might be an issue for some.

Some companies make them with back rests (probably more accurately lumbar support). I used one for years until the padding wore out. I bought a knockoff Wenger-style chair a couple years ago to replace it.

[kingrob76]

I really like the Wenger Symphony Chair but the cost is ... not realistic.

[tadawson]

I hadn't seen those . . . Compared to the Adjustrite, it's outright cheap, but seems like it would still be low for me. Thanks for showing me another option!

[humBell]

I am also curious about this question from the perspective of a string bass player who has never quite figured this out, so mostly plays standing, then wants to sit at the end of rehearsals unlike everyone else.

But really i wanted to joke about how one musicians' chair always seems to disappear before the music ends...

[LeMark]

I friend of mine plays bass with a folding stool that has a back on it. I can find out more information on it if you want me to