Adaptive Guitar Slide Holder for Mic Stands 3D print model

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When I first undertook creating the Stick On Slide Holder, my trusted musical partner and long-time friend, who initially commissioned this project (Philip Ockelford, check out his Twitter account @tweetpyg or Instagram profile instagram.com/philjamesguitar), emphasized that as he often carries multiple slides, a convenient holder which could accommodate them all would be a significant asset. For me, that meant it had to cater to slide sizes spanning from the smallest to the largest, encompassing a wide array of designs since there are so many diverse ones available out there. Given my printer's limitations in size and my penchant for setting challenges for myself, I opted for the second option. To be candid, designing this holder was a considerable challenge, pushing my skills to the limit. It's actually the Mk3 version due to numerous design iterations which led to two previous versions either being too cumbersome or overly complicated, taking an excessive amount of time to print and assemble, making them impractical for practical use. To overcome these shortcomings, I adapted ideas from the 5-Petal Iris Gift Box design. This holder consists of a versatile barrel and front ring that can be rotated; upon doing so, the five-petal mechanism will adjust to either open or close in accordance with user preference. The outer diameter of the barrel widens from approximately 30mm to hold larger slides, reducing to about 20mm when fully closed for accommodating smaller items like the Jim Dunlop Bare Knuckle Slide that initially inspired this adaptation. To assemble and ensure proper operation, you'll need five lengths (21mm each) for actuating the mechanism, which I recommend utilizing cut-down cocktail sticks or equivalent material as a substitute. By following these straightforward instructions accompanied by clear photographs at every step, you'll have your setup ready to use in no time - ideal for live performances when having multiple slide options is beneficial. An essential note regarding the holder's functionality: The retaining mechanism employs gravity solely, thus preventing the slide from becoming trapped and allowing it to be swiftly accessed during musical solos. Please note that since this mechanism doesn't secure the slide firmly within, do avoid tilting the device as the item might fall out, thereby rendering this design less ideal for fixed applications or on-body mounts like its stick-on counterpart. For optimal use in a performance setting where immediate access to your chosen slides is critical. If you find yourself needing an alternative that offers a greater range of compatibility with varying slide widths, please do not hesitate to contact me as I can provide a customized solution based on your specific requirements. It was designed with the goal of supporting the most comprehensive selection of slide sizes I could possibly discover but undoubtedly, there are more variations out there yet to be considered. This holder makes use of the standard mic stand clip that comes equipped with an integrated ratchet mechanism capable of offering numerous mounting angles in addition to a secure snaplock grip. Presently, a specially developed adaptable clip is under development for my slide holders and should be released soon, though this particular design employs the typical mic stand adapter fitting most easily onto 15mm wide stand components or booms. If your preference requires attaching it to a wider standard body please feel free to reach out as well, allowing me to assess the situation more closely in order to devise a suitable resolution for you.