Seating Position and Stool Recommendation

[Quincy]

The only item I have not invested in yet is a stool. I have purchased the Z stand and it is on its lowest position but simply using an ottoman but my elbows are well below the keyboard itself, causing a bit of discomfort trying to follow lessons and keep the hands in a proper position, is there a guideline as to where you should be in relation to the keyboard from a seated position? I should mention I use to wear the carpal tunnel rigid wrist bands and trying to keep my hands perfect is proving very difficult but I think I'm sitting to low.

As well what kind of stool would you recommend, there are so many too choose from and like anything else they go from ultra cheap to expensive. Thanks.

 

[Quincy]

Found some good advice for my hands cramping,

https://www.keyboardforums.com/threads/carpal-tunnel-syndrome.23301/

 

[happyrat1]

I've got one of these but I find it to be a bit too low for good posture and usually end up playing standing up.

http://www.staples.ca/en/Staples-Rolling-Stool-Black/product_653186_2-CA_1_20001

One of these days I may end up spending a few more bucks and get myself one of these instead.

http://www.staples.ca/en/Global-Min...ch-Gas-Lift-Black/product_742174_2-CA_1_20001

 

[delaware dave]

The middle of your body should be at middle C and your arms should be parrallel with the ground. If you are reaching up then you are sitting too low.

 

[happyrat1]

Right now I'm looking at some professional drum thrones to use with my keyboards.

I need something stable and height adjustable up to about 28".

http://www.axemusic.com/store/category/261/28/Drum-Hardware/Drum-Thrones/

 

[dspellman]

Try looking beyond music gear. I'm using a photographer's Posing Stool (specifically: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/65313-REG/ALM_122BK_Monte_Zucker_Pneumatic_Posing.html ). Most adjust between about 20" and 30". The one I'm using has a reasonably padded seat and is *tough.*