Pricing and availability

We compare 600+ stores and found this item at 7 stores. Prices updated .

Sweetwater
4.0 (85)
$27.99 $25.08 $2.91 · All time low
Guitar Center
4.5 (204)
$29.95 $27.50 $2.45 · All time low
Reverb
5.0 (85)
$26.12 New
$20.32 Used
Musician's Friend
4.0 (30)
$29.95
zZounds
5.0 (20)
$29.95
Thomann
4.7 (353)
$24.30 $23.90 $0.40 · All time low

Price History

Based on price data from 5 merchants for "Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps". Prices shown reflect NEW condition. Tracking began Apr 2, 2026.

* Product prices and availability are updated by Equipboard every 24hrs and are subject to change. Equipboard may receive compensation for purchases made at participating retailers linked on this site. This compensation does not affect what products or prices are displayed, or the order of prices listed. For more information, please refer to our affiliate disclosure.

Description

Every musician knows the gut-wrenching moment when a strap suddenly gives way. With Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps, you can leave those worries behind. Designed for unwavering reliability, these locks ensure that your guitar remains securely tethered to your strap, even during the most energetic performances. Crafted with precision in Germany, they offer a unique dual design that not only enhances security but also allows for smooth and swift strap changes.

Whether you're shredding on stage or practicing in your living room, Schaller Security Locks provide peace of mind, so you can concentrate on your music. Their robust construction and sleek chrome finish make them as durable as they are stylish. Installation is a breeze, making them an essential upgrade for any guitarist looking to safeguard their beloved instrument. Embrace the freedom to move and play with confidence, knowing your guitar is in good hands.

Key Features:

  • Secure locking system to prevent accidental strap release
  • Unique dual design for enhanced security and quick strap changes
  • Durable construction with a sleek chrome finish
  • Easy installation onto most guitar models
  • Made in Germany for superior quality and precision

Product specs

Brand Schaller
Model 14010201 Security Strap Locks/Buttons (Pair)
Finish Chrome
Year 2010s

FAQs

How do Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps improve guitar safety?

Schaller Security Locks feature a hardened steel construction and a slanted locking bolt for maximum security, preventing accidental strap release during performances.

Are Schaller Security Locks compatible with all guitar types?

Yes, these locks fit all existing strap buttons, including those on Gibson guitars, without requiring adjustments to existing holes or screws.

Can Schaller Security Locks accommodate thicker guitar straps?

Yes, they have an extended thread length that can hold straps up to 6 mm thick, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of strap sizes.

What is the difference between Schaller nickel and chrome finishes?

The chrome finish is brighter, while the nickel finish has a flatter color. Both finishes provide excellent durability and aesthetic appeal.

Do Schaller Security Locks protect the guitar's finish?

Yes, they include high-grade felt washers that offer ultimate protection for your guitar's finish, preventing scratches and damage.

Reviews

PROS

  • Reliable and secure, preventing guitar drops for over 25 years

  • Easy strap interchangeability between guitars

  • Heavy-duty construction inspires trust

  • Twist-on nut design improves ease of use

  • Tall buttons accommodate looser guitar case fits

  • Visually discreet, maintaining guitar aesthetics

  • Effective in preventing accidents, considered as "insurance" for guitars

  • Suitable for various guitar types and models

CONS

  • Requires enlarging guitar holes for installation

  • New design limits screw compatibility, risking finish damage

  • Some locks may be sticky and hard to unlock initially

  • Slight rattle despite claims of silence

  • Antique copper finish may weaken over time

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps.

Features and functionality

  • The newer Schaller strap locks have thicker screws than previous versions, addressing some compatibility issues with certain guitars like Gibsons.

    Source
  • The redesigned Schaller Security Locks include a grub screw in the nut, significantly enhancing stability and reducing the likelihood of accidental loosening.

    Source
  • The thumbwheel on the new Schaller S-Locks is designed to accommodate thicker straps but may require blue Loctite to keep the grub screw secure.

    Source

Setup and maintenance

  • Owners suggest using Locktite to prevent nuts from coming loose on Schaller strap locks, particularly when using thick leather straps.

    Source
  • New Schaller locks allow users to secure the strap-side piece without frequent adjustments, unlike older models that required regular checks.

    Source

Comparisons

  • Schaller strap locks have been compared to LOXX straplocks, which are praised for ease of installation and no maintenance, despite being more expensive.

    Source
  • Grolsch beer rubber washers are frequently mentioned as a reliable, low-cost alternative to more elaborate locking systems.

    Source
  • Fender branded strap locks, which appear identical to the original Schaller design, are reportedly available for half the price of Schallers.

    Source

User experience

  • Some owners find the newer Schaller strap locks can bind with the strap button, causing the button to unscrew over time.

    Source
  • Over time, friction and movement can wear down the metal pin on Schaller strap locks, especially with frequent gigging.

    Source
  • Schaller strap locks may cause rattling or vibrations on specific frequencies, particularly noticeable when playing acoustically.

    Source
  • Some users perceive Schaller locks to make the guitar feel further from the body, an effect that might be psychological but is consistently noted.

    Source
  • The Schaller locks' bulkiness can be a drawback for players who prefer a low-profile design, particularly when playing seated or with certain guitar models.

    Source
  • Some users find the new Schaller design makes the guitar feel further from the body due to a longer spacer, which is more noticeable with thinner straps.

    Source

Use cases and applications

  • Schaller strap locks excel in environments requiring frequent strap changes, as their modular system allows easy swapping of straps without needing specific locking straps.

    Source

Mods and upgrades

  • Teflon plumber's tape is suggested as an alternative to Loctite for securing the grub screw, offering easier re-adjustments without reapplying adhesive.

    Source
Add

4.5 out of 5

Based on 10 Reviews and 53 Ratings

5 star
4 star
3 star
2 star
1 star
marksamplertownsend

Brilliant product

I love these things. Not notes, just install them right (as I didn't once);

creepingnet

My Go-To Strap Button System

I swear these things should be a standard feature on all new guitars. They have been a permanent and important installation on ALL of my guitars since 2000....bought, built, modified, however I got them or use them, these are standard equipment. I watched a friend make a lawn dart out of his brand new B.C. Rich Warlock imitating CC Deville - if he'd had these, I never would have had to re glue the headstock on it! Performers and musicians - were a crazy lot who do a lot of stupid things with our instruments from time to time - I consider this insurance against accidents involving strap failures.

dannfeltrin

Great quality!

I really like this one, specially because it holds my precious OLP Luke model. The only thing that I think its a little annoying is the fact that you need a scissors to open up the strap hole a little bit more, and if you make it wrong you can damage forever your strap and it will be useless. But, once you do everything right, it's totally worth it. Great value for the safe of your instrument.

narcist
narcist

17214

Just as Advertised

Not much to say here. It's a sort of preference situation. I got these for around $15 at the store, stuck'em on the Swede, and they work just as advertised. Honestly, the one thing I like about these is that the pins don't look too different from the original strap pins. Once you have your strap on, it doesn't look too terrible visually (as is a factor with most strap-locks).

fox369

Look and feel beautiful yet do not seem too practical or necessary.

After not too long (less than a year) my Schaller antique copper finish strap locks have weakened and I have removed them and reverted back to a regular though more reliable (believe it or not) guitar strap and do not miss these much.

tyler_kearney

Great strap locks.

I put a set of these on my Les Paul Melody Maker, which the strap kept falling off of, and I've had no problems since.

skylinerr

best you can get

I have them on my strat and les paul and they haven't failed me yet

Genres:
lex_hill

A must have

I have these on all of my guitars, and any future guitars I get will have them. I believe they should come standard

jesse_laycock

Love 'em

I install the schaller strap locks on all of my basses! Except the Danelectro Longhorn.

taylor_itkin

I have them in black

...on my Gibson. Great quality, and trustworthy.

Artist usage

Add artist
See how Kurt Cobain uses Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps

Kurt Cobain

Singer, Guitarist

Nirvana

...
Verified via Photo

Kurt Cobain used Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps on his Mustangs during the "In Utero" tour, as evidenced by their notable presence on his main Mustang.

See how John Frusciante uses Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps

John Frusciante

Guitarist

Red Hot Chili Peppers

...
Verified via Photo

John Frusciante uses Schaller Security Locks for his '62 Stratocaster. This detail can be observed in the user-uploaded image on Guitar. Additional information is available on GroundGuitar.

See how Billie Joe Armstrong uses Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps

Billie Joe Armstrong

Singer, Guitarist

Green Day

...
Verified via Photo

Billie Joe Armstrong uses Schaller Security Locks for his Les Paul and Les Paul Junior guitars, as seen in a 2017 Instagram post by hansblooey during the European leg of Green Day's tour.

See how Jonny Greenwood uses Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps

Jonny Greenwood

Guitarist

Radiohead

...
Verified via Photo

Jonny has had all of his Fenders fitted with the locks since the early 90’s. You can tell that this is his guitar by the Honda sticker.

See how Flea uses Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps

Flea

Bassist

Red Hot Chili Peppers

...
Verified via Photo

Flea has been a long-time user of Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps, as evidenced by an image of his Fender Flea Jazz Bass which features these strap locks.

See how Tom Morello uses Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps

Tom Morello

Guitarist

Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes

...
Verified via YouTube

Can be seen at 0.08 on his drop d tele

See how Kirk Hammett uses Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps

Kirk Hammett

Guitarist

Metallica

...
Verified via YouTube

**At exactly 3:23 you can see that Kirk Hammet uses the Schaller locks on his strap

See how Billy Corgan uses Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps

Billy Corgan

Singer, Guitarist

The Smashing Pumpkins

...
Verified via Photo

Billy Corgan has been using Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps since the 1990s.

See how Thomas DeLonge uses Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps

Thomas DeLonge

Singer, Guitarist

Blink-182

...
Verified via Photo

In a photo from Coachella 2023, Thomas DeLonge is clearly seen using Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps, as evidenced by the image provided on Equipboard.

See how Krist Novoselic uses Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps

Krist Novoselic

Bassist, Keyboardist

Nirvana

...
Verified via Photo

Like his fellow bandmate Kurt Cobain, Krist Novoselic used Schaller Strap Locks during the later years of Nirvana on his basses

See how Daron Malakian uses Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps

Daron Malakian

Singer, Guitarist

System of a Down

...
Verified via Siteofadown

This strap-lock is mentioned in the equipment list

See how Mark Hoppus uses Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps

Mark Hoppus

Singer, Bassist

Blink-182

...
Verified via Photo

Mark Hoppus has consistently used Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps since the 1990s, as evidenced by the provided image.

Album Usage

The Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps has been featured on the following albums:

Genre Usage

Based on how artists on Equipboard use this gear, it is most commonly found in the following genres.

Used With

Based on how musicians on Equipboard use Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps, it is most commonly used with the following gear.

Community setups

Show yours
martin_gotte

martin_gotte

Gear IQ 995

parhelia_0000

parhelia_0000

Gear IQ 10745

parhelia_0000

parhelia_0000

Gear IQ 10745

martin_gotte

martin_gotte

Gear IQ 995

angelofernandes

angelofernandes

Gear IQ 67

1 alternative for Schaller Security Locks for Guitar Straps, curated by the Equipboard community.

More Schaller Straps & Strap Locks

Accessories & Related Items

Gear Guides