The Birth of Guitar Master Stool

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The Birth of Guitar Master Stool

Stunning Guitar Stool: A Pricey Yet Imperfect Fit

 

On October 24, 2022, Samuel showed me a picture of a stunning guitar stool, and I was deeply impressed.


This is the best guitar stool I’ve seen. Its elegant design and quality are inspiring. I was ready to buy it until I saw the $3,013.98 price tag, which is beyond my budget.

I also worry that the stool’s height might be too much for my 173 cm (5’8”) frame, and my larger build might not fit well. 
Therefore, I’d like to innovate the design to better suit my needs.

 

Version 1.0: 
Redefining Product Design

Inspiring Bedside Table Accessory

Inspired by a leather bag on a bedside table, designed to hold sheet music, capos, tuners, and lemon oil for guitar maintenance.

Version 2.0: 
Enhanced Design

Focused on finding the best production and sample iterations.

Perfecting the Footrest Height

Iterating the Design

Through extensive testing, we found that the ideal footrest height for guitarists is 13 inches from the seat. This specific height keeps your thighs level with the ground, providing a stable position for your guitar. It also allows your legs to relax—no more slipping guitars or strained muscles.

 

At NAMM Show 2024, Jimmy, the Frets Editor at Guitar Player, tested guitars at the KLO booth next to ours while sitting on our stool for nearly 50 minutes. Afterward, our colleague Samuel approached him:

 

Samuel: “How about the guitar stool feeling?”

Jimmy: “Oh, I didn’t even notice it!”

Samuel: “Exactly, because it’s right!”

Version 3.0: 
Beauty Meets Utility

Beauty and utility combined; 

Artistry and craftsmanship refined.

On Feb. 25th, 2023, after the Chinese New Year, I invited friends over to test out the 2.0 chair. 
Thanks to my friend's suggested tweaks, like moving the footrest forward 1.5 cm, it was even more comfortable.

Seeking Perfection

I've been pondering what shape my stool legs should be. 
During a bike ride, I saw a tree with a trunk that gradually tapered as it grew upward, inspiring me.

 Heritage Craftsmanship 

On April 6th 2023, we switched to this 3rd factory, located in Chengdu, Using the same production drawings, product accuracy is now very close to the original designs.

Seeking the Right Build

Due to costs, we moved from Chengdu to Guangdong on June 1, 2023. 
This 4th factory's sample still doesn't match my design especially the Stool leg. 

The Best Acoustic Gear of 2024

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

 

Our Nakupenda Guitar Master Stool has been recognized as the best guitar stool in Guitar Player’s “Best Acoustic Gear of 2024”! 🎸✨

 

Designed for ultimate comfort and proper posture, this ergonomic guitar stool is essential for every guitarist. Made from sustainable North American walnut, it features an integrated guitar stand for added convenience. 🎶🌿

 

Check out the full article to see why this is a must-have for every acoustic player! 🔗👉 Guitar Player’s Best Acoustic Gear 2024

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V4.0: 
Keep going on the protection

We customized instrument-friendly protective material on the pegs to prevent damage to your guitar, and we confirmed this with suppliers on April 1, 2024.

Protective NBR Foam

Instrument-friendly NBR foam prevents guitar damage and is safe for nitrocellulose lacquer.

Add a 1.4” radius cut into the seat

A 1.4” radius cut, 0.75” deep, with anti-collision acrylic bumper strips, improves the guitar’s stability.

Acrylic Bumper Strips with PET Film

Extra anti-collision strips are provided for contact points like the stool leg to ensure full guitar protection.

V5.0: 
Small Strap, Huge Safety!

May 20, 2024 Inspired by our genius customer T.J. Sullivan.

 

So, I made this small leather strap and secured it with guitar strap buttons on both ends.

 

We’ve recently made an exciting enhancement to our guitar stool by adding a 2mm thick top-grain leather strap, ensuring the guitar remains 100% secure when placed on the stand’s backside.

“ I'm Very Pleased with my stool!  God Bless You All!  I posted two pics of it on Face Book       Go to FB, look for TJ Sullivan.     
Many Thanks, Let's stay in touch!   Tj”

Verified Buyer

T.J.Sullivan

Inspired by our supporter T.J. Sullivan，he's a genius!

 

So, I made this small leather strap and secured it with guitar strap buttons on both ends.

 

We’ve recently made an exciting enhancement to our guitar stool by adding a 2mm thick top-grain leather strap, ensuring the guitar remains 100% secure when placed on the stand’s backside.

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