Thomann Bar Stool Passion

Stool arrived today - very promptly after only a couple of days all the way German to England. Impressive. Easy to assemble although the spanner provided was a little inaccurate, size wise, so I used my own. What I didn't realise when I ordered this item is that it 'revolves'. That seems to be a good idea although I have ONE reservation - the material covering the seat is obviously durable, and easy to clean, but is incredibly shiny and slippery. With shiny trousers on I could well see myself spinning and sliding off the stool if I get carried away with my guitar practice! A suede type of finish would perhaps have been a better choice, although looking at the other stools on offer, on the website, they do all seem to be similarly covered - except perhaps one, which appears to be leather, but double the price. Only time will tell whether I survive, or need a seat belt !!!!! Overall quality is as one might expect from Thomann - superb.

I wanted a tall stool with a sturdy base. This stool fits the bill. The assembly went smoothly, everything fitted together well but the instructions for mounting the swivel top could have been clearer (which way up does the bracket go?). The seat is thick and firm with a shiny vinyl cover. Most of this type of stool come with a swivel seat and that is the one thing I do not like. I would prefer either a suede cover or a fixed seat as it is a little slippery when I am perching! Looking at the alternatives from other companies I suspect they are mostly made by one firm and just the logo differs so at around half the price this is a very good stool, very stable and comfortable once I have perched!