The original well known anti slip device for cello endpins (spike). Made in UK
Professional
Does the job - no complaints.
Pros: Bought to replace previous black hole lost at concert venue. Equally reliable - does the job and sticks on most floors. My go-to for if the venue doesn't have its own or allow spikes directly in wooden floors.
Cons: Actually seemed a bit dusty/marked when I opened it and wondered whether to return. However it seems to work perfectly fine.
Beginner
Beginner
Keen Amateur
Beginner
Beginner
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Pros: Easy to use - no fiddling about with length of straps or position on floor, doesn't depend on chair legs, easy to adjust if you need to change your playing position slightly (just pick it up and put it somewhere else), portable, and so far has worked on every floor.
Cons: Nothing
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Pros: The Black Hole was much lighter than I was expecting (you wouldn't notice it stowed in the cello case) and works very well in most conditions of use.
Cons: If you play the cello at a rather shallow angle you may experience small sudden slips on smooth surfaces.
Other: The alternative is some kind of belt or line attached to the chair legs, though this can be fiddly.