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Genuine Leather Armrest for Acoustic and Classical Guitar (LARGE, Dark Brown)

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Arrives Friday, Jan 16
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Size: Large


Color: Dark Brown


Features

  • FOR GLOSSY FINISHED GUITARS ONLY - Suction cups will not adhere to Satin of Matte finishes Great for Sleeveless Practice and Performance while Protecting Finish on Soundboard Fits Most Classical and Acoustic Guitar Shapes and Stores Easily in Case On or Off the Guitar
  • Comes in Three Sizes: SMALL, MEDIUM and LARGE for a Customized Fit. SMALL fits lower bout depths of 3.5 4 MEDIUM will fit lower bout depths of 4.0 4.5 LARGE fits lower bout depths of 4.5 5 (See sizing image)
  • Available in Several Leather Colors: Dark Brown, Mahogany, Spruce and Two-Tone Blends. Made in the USA of Fine Quality Genuine Leather
  • Suction cups are used to attach to the instrument and will not adhere on flat or satin finishes. Works best on high gloss finishes! The suction cups are generally safe to use, but if you have an expensive french polished/shellac finish or if your guitar is finished with nitro-cellulose laquer less than six months old, check with the maker before using this product.

Features

  • Great for Sleeveless Practice and Performance while Protecting Finish on Soundboard
  • Fits Most Classical and Acoustic Guitar Shapes and Stores Easily in Case On or Off the Guitar
  • Made in USA of Fine Quality Genuine Leather
  • Comes in Three Sizes: SMALL, MEDIUM and LARGE for a Customized Fit. Available in Several Leather Colors: Dark Brown, Mahogany, Blonde (Nubuck suede) and Two-Tone Blends. Made in the USA of Fine Quality Genuine Leather
  • SMALL fits lower bout depths of 3.5 4.0 MEDIUM will fit lower bout depths of 4.0 4.5 LARGE fits lower bout depths of 4.5 5

Description

The SADDLE-A-BOUT Leather Guitar Armrest is a simple, natural, aesthetic, and non-invasive solution to the age-old problem of protecting the soundboard finish from the devastating effect of perspiration and oils caused by playing with a sleeveless garment. Each saddle is handmade in USA using high quality genuine leather. The Patented Design keeps the saddle off the soundboard so that the only contact is on the rim to minimize any sound deadening effect. Comes in Three Sizes: To determine the right size for you, simply measure the depth of the guitar (back to soundboard) at desired point of contact with your arm. (See images for proper lower bout depth measurement) SMALL - fits lower bout depths of 3.5″ – 4.0″ MEDIUM - will fit lower bout depths of 4.0″ – 4.5″ LARGE - fits lower bout depths of 4.5″ to 5.0″ NOTE: Small suction cups are used to keep the Saddle-A-Bout in place, however the Saddle-A-Bout can also be used without the cups while in the playing position. Simply remove the cups from the holes. The suction cups are generally safe to use on a wide range of finishes, but if you have an expensive french polished/shellac finish or if your guitar is finished with nitro-cellulose laquer, check with the maker before using this product. For matte finishes, it may be necessary to use a product such as the Kling-On Guitar Support Sucton-Cup Protector. Keep the suction cups clean and dry before applying and use only during playing time until you are comfortable with the outcome. Three High Quality Genuine Leathers and Colors available Individually or in Three Combinations The Saddle-A-Bout will fit most common shaped classical and acoustic guitars and stores easily in the case on or off the guitar! Three High Quality Genuine Leathers and Colors available Individually or in Three Combinations Dark Brown Leather features a matte finish for moderate perspiraton absorption without sticking. Rich dark brown color can be ordered individually or with Dark Brown/Spruce and Dark Brown/Mahogany (center/front and back) combinations to better match the variant colors of the guitar. Three High Quality Genuine Leathers and Colors available Individually or in Three Combinations Mahogany Leather features a matte finish for moderate perspiraton absorption without sticking. The rich mahogany color can be ordered individually or with Mahogany/Spruce and Dark Brown/Mahogany (center/front and back) combinations to better match the variant colors of the guitar. Three High Quality Genuine Leathers and Colors available Individually or in Three Combinations Spruce Leather is a Nubuck Suede of medium temper and excellent in any high perspiration settings. Can be combined in a Dark Brown/Spruce or Mahogany/Spruce (center)/(front and back) to better match the variant colors of the guitar. Fits on Guitar in Case Dark Brown Leather Mahogany Leather Spruce - Nubuck Leather Three High Quality Genuine Leathers and Colors along with Three Sizes for a more Custom Fit to Choose from! Dark Brown Guitar Model The Dark Brown Saddle-A-Bout has a Medium/Soft Temper with a Matte Finish which Provides for Good Perspiration Absorption and Comfort in Normal Conditions. Mahogany Guitar Model The Mahogany Saddle-A-Bout has a Medium/Soft Temper with a Matte Finish which Provides for Good Perspiration Absorption and Comfort in Normal Conditions. Spruce Guitar Model The Spruce Saddle-A-Bout Uses a Nubuck Suede Leather which has a Medium Temper but also Provides the Greatest Absorption and Comfort in High Perspiration Environments. Two-Tone Mahogany Model The Two-Tone Mahogany Saddle-A-Bout combined with the Dark Brown leather has a Smart Look. Other Two-Tone options are Dark Brown/Spruce and Mahogany/Spruce (center/front and back) combinations to better match the variant colors of the guitar. Read more Proper measurement of lower bout for Saddle-A-Bout sizing Comes in Three Sizes: To determine the right size for you, simply measure the depth of the guitar (back to soundboard) at desired point of contact with your arm. (See image for proper lower bout depth measurement) SMALL - fits lower bout depths of 3.5″ – 4.0″ MEDIUM - will fit lower bout depths of 4.0″ – 4.5″ LARGE - fits lower bout depths of 4.5″ to 5.0″ Read more


Date First Available: April 3, 2019


Color Name: Dark Brown


Size: Large


Date First Available: April 3, 2019


Color Name: Dark Brown


Size: Large


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  • This product is amazing! Highly recommended.
Size: Small Color: Mahogany
I am really pleased with this purchase. It is a fantastic idea for many reasons. In my case, I'd bought a Taylor GS Mini guitar to use as my couch guitar. Unfortunately, the edges of the guitar body come together at a sharp right angle, which really hurt my right arm as I played. (When shopping for it, I noticed that quite a few acoustic guitars are made that way now.) I was ready to return the guitar, which I really didn’t want to do. I did some googling to see if there was anything out there to solve this problem for me. I saw things you could stick to the guitar such as wood armrests, but that seemed a bit extreme, since I read they could be difficult to remove if you changed your mind. Then I read about this product and saw the potential and figured why not try it before I returned the guitar? Great news--it totally solved the problem, the guitar is super comfortable to play now and I can enjoy it without pain. I am so happy! It totally relieved the pressure on my forearm from that sharp edge and now I don't have those deep indentations from the edge either. I use it without the suction cups since I'm just sitting and the SAB doesn't move around at all. It's nice to have the with or without suction cup option--very well thought out. And it doesn't feel obtrusive either, just nice and cushioned. You forget it's there, which is nice. I purchased the small size, and it fits around the GS bout perfectly. I like to push mine back a bit from the way it's pictured since the guitar body is very small, and it seems to hug the curve of the lower bout regardless of where it is placed. I plan on buying a few more for my other guitars, since I've noticed recently that my forearm gets a bit sore after playing on all of my guitars. I am so grateful that Saddle-A-Bout exists and that the inventor realized there was a need and then solved the problem. Thank you so much! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2019 by DOK

  • Large seam
Size: Large Color: Dark Brown/Spruce
I found using the leather cover draped over the guitar angle worked better. Mainly because having the rubber of the suction cups touching my inner arm I was aware of the rubber tabs of the suction cups. So I used the leather piece without the suction cups. Definitely there was less pain in my inner arm where my right arm rests on the edge/ binding upper part of guitar. Another down side is the leather piece is sewn together. The point where one piece of leather is sewn to the other piece of leather sets on the binding/edge where my arm is having the pain. Trouble is the sticch/ seam where the two pieces of leather are sewn is a large seam. The large seam I find bothers my arm. I think make the whole leather piece one configuration, no seam. And use some kind of Dycem / non skid material where the leather sets on the body of the guitar Probably be fine for other people, my arm may be just too sensitive. Im 59 yo, losing the muscle in my arm causing my nerves in my arm not to have the buffer ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2024 by Mike Wellington

  • Great Product - But The Suction Cups Are Worthless
Size: Large Color: Mahogany
I bought this for my acoustic bass guitar which has a satin finish. The included suction cups may work fine on a gloss finished guitar but on the satin finish, they just would not hold. I ended up using four of the Command brand wall hanging strips - two large for the guitar bout and two smaller ones for the front and back flaps. These double sided strips worked great! Instead of the lumpy suction cups under the leather, the armrest now fits flat against the guitar body and is comfortable. So even though the suction cups didn't work, I'm giving the product 5 stars. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2023 by Mel

  • Very functional
Size: Large Color: Dark Brown/Mahogany
This is really great! I use it for my Martin D18. My skin gets irritated by the Lacqour. A cloth slips off. This stays put on my gloss finish. Even when turning pages of music or reaching for a drink. I don't use the suction cups. No need to. I store it in the case pocket after use. I can enjoy my guitar without wearing long sleeves. It does the trick for me. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2025 by Sabrina

  • I like it
Size: Small Color: Dark Brown
Edges sit odd because of the seams, but I like. Definitely more comfortable than not having one. Small fits around a 4-inch guitar. Bigger would be too big.
Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2024 by Astara'el

  • Classy comfort and protection.
Size: Large Color: Mahogany
The medium size fits my Taylor perfectly, and so I purchased a large for my '72 Martin D-28. Nice fit there as well. When I sent a message that one of my suction cups didn't hold as tightly as the other, I was sent two more. One of which, although the very same item, seems to hold much better. And the "saddle" is great with or without the holding. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2024 by harold mc

  • doesn't suck
Size: Small Color: Dark Brown
Doesn't suction too well onto guitar
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2025 by Barry W.

  • Beware of the fit specs.
Size: Small Color: Mahogany
Small fits too loose for practical use in my Martin 000-18. Box is 4” so I ordered the small (for 3 1/2- 4 inch). Because Martin uses nitro-cellulose laquer I am very hesitant to use the suction cups and even if I did I think the excess material would interfere with the playing comfort Good idea. I may try to modify it to work better (somehow). Beware the fit specs. I did not find them to be accurate. Otherwise good quality and would be a good value if it worked better. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2025 by joseph edwards

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