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    I just recently purchased a 1949 Gibson A-50. Excuse my ignorance, but how do I connect a strap to the tailpiece when it doesn't have a button? The tailpiece has a smooth cover that is shaped like a cloud. I would rather not change anything out on it. Someone told me that I could tie the strap behind the tailpiece, but I would like the advice of you "experts". Thanks so much.
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    I have another one of those,[A50,buttonless TP] there is a hump/tunnel,the
    slide stop for the cover. the cord goes thru that , and a knot keeps it there.
    A tidy option is a small cordlock for the stopper , but a figure 8 knot does the trick fine.

    I wrap the cord around the middle of the headstock on the other end.
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    Look at this thread. I had the same problem. Here are two ways to handle it.



    "It's comparable to playing a cheese slicer."
    --M. Stillion

    "Bargain instruments are no bargains if you can't play them"
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    Thank you so much for the advice. The thread that I went to was extremely helpful. I am a visual learner, so the pictures were great. I can't wait to get home so that I can attach my strap. I was just worried that the strap would cause too much pressure on the tailpiece when I attached it with a knot behind the tailpiece. Y'all are great!
    Pam

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    Glad it helped.
    "It's comparable to playing a cheese slicer."
    --M. Stillion

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