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Loxx Strap Lock System for Guitar and Bass - Nickel

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Loxx Strap Lock System for Guitar and Bass - Nickel
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Strap Lock System for Electric Guitar and Bass with Tool and Manual - Nickel

When taking the stage, the last thing you need to worry about is your instrument’s security! That’s why Sweetwater recommends installing a Loxx strap lock system on your electric guitar or bass strap. The original design for the Loxx strap locks was invented in 1924 by Thomas Morton as an innovative way to secure convertible car tops, so you can be sure it can secure your guitar strap. You get two Loxx pins, two Loxx locking heads and washers, a Loxx tool, and a manual. Installation is simple, and the Loxx system has easy, one-handed release and engagement — it can even resist pull-out force up to 220 pounds. It’s never been so easy to slip your guitar or bass on and off as it is with the Loxx strap lock system.

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January 4, 2025

Underrated! Using for a decade and love them.

By Chungus from Rochester, NY
Music Background: All rig no gig

Sweetwater should push these to the front page. Get people off those Schallers and Dunlops to try this. They have been rock solid for me for a decade and I don't plan to change. Sweetwater stopped selling them for a while and I had to order them from the manufacturer in Germany. Worth it. Glad they are back!

The great:

- They are low profile and don't stick out

- Very easy and satisfying to pull the button to detach

- Keeps the strap close to the guitar so it doesn't look silly.

- Looks cool


There are a few caveats to be aware of, all of which haven't been an issue for me:

- You can't use a strap without the Loxx attachment on the button.

- I believe the screw might be slightly bigger than my guitars stock screws. However, I haven't had an issue reverting back to stock to sell a guitar. I don't think this issue is unique to these.

- I use Couch straps and they stretch the hole a little. Not an issue because I don't plan on going to a non-locking system.

You decide if those are deal breakers but they aren't for me. I think the closest I've seen to being as low profile as these were the D'Addario sets.

I wish they brought the brass set back, they have a cool rustic look to them.

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February 1, 2019

Best Design

By Antonio C. from NorCal
Music Background: Making Musical Noises and Grimaces for 40-some years

I've had a few cheaper styles that didn't appeal to me either because they looked to be cheaply made, or clumsy on/off design.

I've not had any issues with these whatsoever. More color options available directly from the manufacturer.

November 25, 2018

Secure, small, easy on/off... BUT...

By Sweetwater Customer from New Mexico

I've had these locks on my #1 for quite a while now, and while I do generally like them a lot, there are a couple things about them that could be improved: First, the fact that you have to use that special wrench bugs me, especially since I use Levy padded straps which are twice as thick as typical straps. It was a pain in the *** to get the threads to even engage before I could tighten it down, and the force required to do so made it difficult with that tiny wrench—even with pliers. Once I got them on though, they haven't loosened. Second, they are wearing out, in a big way. The ball bearings are eating away the button that goes on the guitar. As such, they are loose and make a lot of noise, and I will have to replace them soon, either with the same or something else. I never had to replace Schaller strap locks, but the fact that those make so much noise when they start to wear made me look for alternatives in the first place.

So, to review: Good locks, but the threads need to be longer to accommodate thicker straps, and they need to last longer, maybe made from a harder material.

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December 27, 2017

Secure, solid & dead easy

By Moose/MOndo J. from Virginia
Music Background: Singer, guitarist, songwriter, engineer

Been using strap locks since the 70s... all flavors. Tested these out, and now have them on 9 guitars that I perform with. Yes, the screws are slightly bigger than any of my guitars (2 Les Pauls, 83 Kramer, 82 Dean, 83 Ibanez AR100, 2 Reverends, Andy Timmons Ibanez & a custom build), but gives a solid grip. I sling my guitars on stage, and these are rock solid... plus dead easy to put on the strap or remove. Great idea!

January 17, 2017

A must have for back mounted straps

By Smith357 from Ohio
Music Background: playing for 40 years

These low profile locks are a must have if you strap attachment point is located on the back of your guitar. I have used them all and thesse are just as good if not better, the key feature of these is the slim profile.

March 10, 2016

No thank you

By Thomas from Lafayette,La
Music Background: semi pro

I bought a set of these for my Gibson Les Paul traditional. Within about three months the guitar almost hit the floor twice. On the button closet to the neck it started wearing away at the ball end.All you had to do was turn the strap and it would pop off. I contacted the manufacturer and was told to return them and they would send me a new set. I returned them and never heard from them again. Switched to Schaller and never looked back.

February 20, 2015

Loxx Strap Lock System - Beware of screw size

By Guitar M. from the fly over
Music Background: Play fof fun

Easy to install? That's IF the screw size on your guitar is the same.
I have a Fender Strat and the original screws are MUCH smaller than the ones that come with this product. So I guess it you have the nerve to drill out the hole yourself and risk cracking/chipping the finish or are ok with shelling out to take it in to have it done you are taking a chance. The add says

...Works with virtually any guitar and strap combination...

How many strats are out there>

March 31, 2014

works well, looks good

By Ted G. from New England
Music Background: weekend player

The Loxx strap lock system works fine, and the price is a good one. The posts are easily installed in the existing holes with a socket wrench (the tool Loxx provides for this is quite small, and being slick chrome, is hard to hold) and the two-part button that secures the strap itself also works. The Loxx 'key' that clamps the top and bottom halves of the button is part of the tool mentioned above, and it also is pretty hard to maneuver. But hold on to it -- you will need it to tighten (or remove) the button from the strap, should you want to swap out straps.

The buttons can be easily removed from the posts with a deliberate squeeze and release motion, but while in place they are quite secure.

Very satisfied with these strap locks; the only drawback is handling the small implement.

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April 11, 2013

Nice addition to my Les Paul

By Ian M. from Porter,Texas
Music Background: Pro musician

These strap locks are simply the best I've ever had! Well worth twice the price I paid.

March 6, 2013

LOXX rocks

By Stephen F.
Music Background: Part-time musician hobbyist

This is the first time I have used the LOXX, having previously used Schaller (which I am happy with wanted to try these as they were recommended). Installation is straightforward (tool provided in kit). Very easy to attach and detach the strap when required, and they certainly seem strong and secure.

February 8, 2013

Loxx Strap Locks

By Byron A. from Springfield, MO
Music Background: Beginning player, 2 yrs experience.

By far the best set of locks I've ever had. They are very easy to install (although you may have to enlarge the holes in your strap a bit), they look great, and allow 360 degree movement. I also like the extra large grip button to unlock them. The only drawback is having to have a special tool for installation. The actual pin poses no problem, but removing the strap part of the lock requires the spanner wrench (included with each lock set)

I'll be ordering these for all my guitars.

December 9, 2012

looks great, low profile

By Sweetwater Customer from Asheville, NC
Music Background: Touring Musician

Very easy to install, just don't lose the tool that comes with it to loosen/tighten the part on the strap. Seems pretty sturdy, I don't jump around on stage but with a 200lbs force limit I don't see anyone having any problems with this coming loose (unless your guitar for some reason weighs more than 200lbs).

November 13, 2012

Loxx strap locks

By Jim from Chesterton, Indiana
Music Background: Hobbyist

I've used a few different brands of strap locks and they all seem to do the job well.
I like these locks because they fit close to the guitar and do not stick out far like most locks do.
They may not be as strong as other brands claim to be but I doubt you would ever exert more than 200 lbs of pull on your guitar strap anyway.
Well made, look good and are priced good.

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