Hercules GS414BPLUS Auto Grip System Guitar Stand

With small kids in the house, my biggest concern with standard guitar stands is that they'll knock the guitar out of the stand. This stand holds the guitar securely by the headstock such that I know they're not going to knock it over sideways with their strumming, and the feet are positioned such that it would be difficult to accidentally knock it over forward - you'd really have to try. It's expensive compared to a basic stand, but the added protection it offers is worth it - the stand is much cheaper than repairing a damaged guitar.Putting the guitar in and out is effortlessly easy - you just grab the neck and pick it up or set it down, and the stand grips and releases as it should. I don't know why the description says "Acoustic" as this works just fine with electric, and in fact I have mine set such that I can use it with either my guitar or my bass.This is the upgraded model of the standard Hecrules GS414B stand, with support for narrower necked instruments, a more robust height adjustment mechanism, and larger and more stable feet. Thus far, it hasn't had any of the issues that plagued some of the original 414 stands. I like this stand so much that I bought a second one.

This is my second Hercules stand. I also have the collapsible version. Stable and easy to use. No issues with functionality and the base provides stability on multiple flooring surfaces. An excellent product!

This is really a nice guitar stand. It's extremely sturdy and the auto locking feature works flawlessly. There are less expensive units out there, but if you have a more expensive guitar id suggest paying the extra cost for the stability this stand offers. Im giving 5 stars for this stand and if i could, 5 more for the clever locking mechanism. Buy it.. you wont be sorry

I received the stand and was pleased with the quality and sturdiness that I ordered a second stand that day. Going to order a third to replace a old Ultra A-frame stand my Squier strat's been on for 20+ years. The stand gives me the confidence to keep them out the case and in arms reach so they get played instead of cased up!

This is my fourth Hercules 414B guitar stand. This one is the latest “Plus” version that sports a slightly wider yoke and replaceable yoke bands that reduce the yoke size for smaller neck instruments. I believe the rubber feet are slightly modified for additional stability although I always thought stability was the 414’s trademark and these feet certainly keep the stand in the stability nobility haha. Additionally, I noticed the height adjustment mechanism is upgraded and has a reallly nice positive feel. Overall I feel the company has done a nice job with this stand with very high quality standards. Also, It is by far the easiest to use and IMO, has the best stability in the single mobile guitar stand market. Additionally, I can say that over the past 15 years, I’ve never had a problem with the materials affecting the finish on my guitars. I would suggest that you can by this stand with confidence that it will protect your guitars and will be a ‘rock’ for 10 years plus.

This guitar stand is super duper! Very well built and retrieving my guitar is extremely easy. It keeps my guitar safe and secure. Very pleasing purchase.

Great sturdy stand. Self closing hanger holds the guitar securely. Multiple height choices makes it customizable for different instruments. Bought a second one!

The price is a bit higher than others but the quality is better. This is very versatile because it will fit a lot of different instruments and it folds up for travel. This stand works great for our band. So far we've had no issues fitting either electric or acoustic guitars. This just works.