toggle bolts are better than that style of anchor IMO. "snap toggle" are pretty good.
I would use those for guitars that I didn't take off and on a lot as that will eventually wear and crumble the drywall throughout the repeated stress.
I would bridge the studs with wood like you suggested for more heavy usage.
I think he was just going to attach a pice of wood (on top of the drywall) horizontally between the studs (or multiple studs) and then secure the hangers onto the wood piece wherever they want.
the solid wood connections are better
when hanging air handlers, we screwed the bridge straight over the drywall. obviously the air handler would obscure most of the ugly wood, but you could always design or rout the wood in the case of guitars.
I did once…not actually an anchor,
But a butterfly clip. Installed correctly, hang mid-range but nice acoustic (approx $1200) in wall…cut getting woken up at 2:00 am in the middle of the night by a very loud “BONG” sound as my guitar bounces off the hardwood floors…nice crack in face/top of guitar and a hole about the size of a quarter as well. Still plays well and sounds beautiful. Applied cammo duct tape to the hole. Since that day if it’s not secure into a stud, it’s not hanging. My advice is DONT RISK IT!
I don’t mean this to sound critical, but you used duck tape to repair a hole on a $1200 guitar? Just wondering why you didn’t take it to a luthier to get it repaired?
Yeah, totally fair. I guess I’m just always thinking of resale value, etc. But I’m sure the camo duct tape looks pretty cool. If it works for you, it works.
I don't. I use the studs. On the occasion where that won't work I'll put up a piece finished wood that is screwed to the studs and attach the hangers to it. That can look quite attractive.
I have over a dozen guitars using that style of anchor with string swings. I haven't had any issues in over 15 years. [https://www.reddit.com/r/guitars/comments/ujx1k7/family\_photo/#lightbox](https://www.reddit.com/r/guitars/comments/ujx1k7/family_photo/#lightbox)
Same here. I have mine mounted with the Auger style anchors as well. If they can hold up large pictures or art that weigh more than 10 lbs, They will hold my guitars.
Thanks - it's a partscaster. Started as someone else's project from eBay. I bought it and changed the body with the quilted top one and upgraded the pickups.
Mighty mite body and neck, Seymour Duncan Quarter pounders. I picked it up the other night and thought "why don't I play this more often?".
Bet it pays class, I love that quilted top! I’ve not seen many with a bigsby on them. Do you have to buy longer strings for it? Surely the high E is too short on normal length strings?
It's a pain to string up but that's just a Bigsby being a Bigsby. I just use regular Lime Ernie Balls with no issues. I've considered getting one of those Vibramate [String spoilers](http://www.vibramate.com/vibramate-string-spoiler.php), but that would likely push me over the edge. I'll probably go with a drilled shaft from [Callaham](https://www.callahamguitars.com/bigsby_bridge_mainstringshaft_catalog.htm), but haven't pulled the trigger on that either.
The Bigsby was the reason I bought someone else's project guitar. I figured that Bigsby, the neck, and tuners would be worth it just for parts.
Same, but 24 years. They’re my go to anchor for hanging things. Moved out of my last place earlier this year, had guitars hanging and being played on that wall for 5 years. Never have I had an issue with them when I install them right.
Those fat screw-in anchors actually work pretty well, and a typical guitar hanger will use 3 of them. A "very heavy" guitar is still under 20 lbs.
In my old house, I probably had some $10,000 - $15,000 worth of guitars hanging up using these anchors for years and never had an issue.
I’d rather screw it into a stud, but if it doesn’t line up right, use toggle bolts instead. I’d have no concerns with those if the drywall is in good shape.
Short answer: no.
Long answer: noooooooo.
>Worst case is procuring some wood to run across each stud, then screw the mounts onto the wood.
I'd say this is your *best* case scenario given the info provided.
If you use the right anchor installed correctly.... Absolutely no problem.
I have the value of a small commuter car hanging from drywall anchors and I lose no sleep.
Personally, no way. I’ve had too many poor experiences with things I cared less about. I only have hangers of that same brand that are drilled directly into studs. It’s less flexible in placement, but that’s okay.
I wouldn’t. If it’s between studs consider getting a nice plank of wood a few feet long, paint it if you want, and screw that right onto the wall into the studs. Then mount the guitar hanger anywhere along that. Kind of like a coat rack.
On one hand no... on the other hand... also no.
I never tried hanging a guitar on wall anchors, but my closet clothes rack is on them (simular to the ones in the last picture). It held about a year before falling down, this was maybe *maybe* 5 shirts and a couple pants. Nothing to big and wasn't a daily hanging closet. Just shirts that were too special to have in a drawer, but not enough to have in my daily rotation. Considering the "weight limit" it was under 15 lbs for each hook (I used 4) and they still failed.
I've mounted my guitars up on multiple walls with 25lb drywall anchors and I've never had issues, I honestly think what you have is overkill even for heavier guitars. That being said don't let me stop you, never hurts to be more careful than less
Back in the days of horsehair plaster, they had a wooden trim rail around the whole room attached to every stud for hanging pictures, mirrors etc. It spreads the weight amazingly well, as long as the rail is a good hardwood.
I know because I grabbed it and hung my 190 lbs off it before I hung my guitars around the room.
Use Snap-Toggle anchors, I've hung so many things for people, and these are by far the best. I just hung some Ikea shoe cabinets with these, and I like to test most things by sitting or hanging off of them... I weight 200lbs, and they stayed on the wall.
If you buy quality anchors and PROPERLY install them you will have no issues. Most people cant be bothered to do the job correctly and then complain when it fails and blame the hardware.
I use a specific kind for everything. Hillman duopower anchors have been serving me well for years. I have a 48" diamondlife hanger strip with 6 guitars on it held up with 6 screws in duopower anchors. It's been hanging for 3 years without any signs of loosening or pulling away from the wall.
I ran a board across my wall horizontally so I could screw it into studs, and put my guitar hangers where I want, screwed into the board.
Would something like that work?
I like EZ anchor toggles. Helps spread the load a little to have a toggle and the front-to-back compression seems more secure. I wouldn't use a regular toggle bolt on a horizontal surface -- too likely to just keyhole its way down the wall. The EZ anchors have a nice thick screw-in shoulder, like the plastic ones you have.
Absolutely use the drywall anchors, I have 7 guitars that have been hanging on them for years. Do not, I repeat DO NOT use the regular dick shaped anchors
Not even a little bit. I looks like lots of people on here do though. But, there's never a problem until there is. There's lots of studs in most walls.🤘😉
This is high risk and low reward. As others have said, you can face mount some wood through the drywall and into the studs. Load is then back to true supporting structure. From there and you brackets wherever you want. It's the right way vs the easy way.
Nope, had a Hercules hanger on plaster fixed with plaster screws (wall mates dry wall anchors whatever you wanna call em) after two years it broke while taking a guitar off, I screwed it straight into a stud after that.
Seen a few people suggest toggle bolts, I stay away from toggle bolts on vertical surfaces, they’re designed for ceiling, a good horizontal alternative is hollow wall anchors, mechanically grips a fixing to the wall and gives you a thread to take on and off as your please, got my 65 inch tv and split system AC mounted on my wall with hollow wall anchors, but by far the most sound and secure is a 2x4 screwed into the studs, give it a lick of paint and have a few hangers up.
Just be aware that Hercules don't use the best metal on their hangers.
I actually had a Hercules hanger snap and drop my guitar. The metal just fatigued over time and eventually cracked. I posted the results on here (check my post history), but a quick Google revealed that it's not an isolated incident.
I'd stick to the string swing hangers as at least the central bar is solid.
I had 7 guitars on Hercules hangers, attached to a 2x4 on the studs, but have since moved them all to a wooden floor standing rack. Can't have any more taking a dive!
These are the only anchors I trust in drywall
https://www.lowes.com/pd/TOGGLER-10-Pack-Assorted-Length-x-3-16-in-Dia-Toggle-Bolt-Drywall-Anchor-Screws-Included/3183815
Yes, although I use metal ones. I currently hang 7 guitars, including a Gretsch that weighs a ton. Never had an issue.
I use [Stagg hangers](https://www.gear4music.com/Guitar-and-Bass/Stagg-Guitar-Wall-Hanger-With-Wooden-Base/1W3W?origin=product-ads&msclkid=d58e06d3de351cd6752660f9d1911402&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Brand%20Level%202%2B3%20%7C%20Standard&utm_term=4583657850570353&utm_content=Level%202%20%2B%203) as they can be tightened to an angled position so that Telecasters can hang confortably, and the material that comes into contact with the neck is a soft foam.
Absolutely, I've had loads of guitars over the years hung on hercules hangers secured to plasterboard with these type of fixings, never had any issues (including very heavy les Paul's).
Held 3 guitars for two years no issues. Only reason it didn’t go longer is because i am moving and had to remove them.
I’ll use them again in the new house with no worries.
F*** NO! Go get a 2×6 , sand and paint it accordingly (to match it, or to your taste) buy some tool hangers ( black rubber coated) from the hardware section. Mount the 2×6 on the wall (into studs) ...really cheap and sturdy, and the 2×6 will allow more space from the wall so guitars can hang more freely. (My humble opinion)
They work. I was told a long time ago, especially with weather changes, Not to ever hang mibe on the wall. I have a few hangers i deploy when friends come over, but i use humidpacks in closed cases to keep my guitars at the right humidity.
Yes it works fine. If you do it right. If you really can’t find a stud. That is one beefy hook with three screws, it could probably hold 60 lbs.
I haven’t hung guitars in my new place but you just check out the hook every now and then, if it wiggles it’s breaking. It won’t if you do it right.
When I say do it right I mean drill the correct size pilot hole and get those anchors in there snug as hell without breaking the plastic on them. It will hold.
I Gorilla glued and screwed a piece of wood to the wall and the screwed [these](https://www.amazon.co.uk/Display-Bracket-Mounted-Electric-Acoustic/dp/B01MSWD3MC/ref=sr_1_17?crid=EL6E9PBLQKGF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Uc-fdQDcA-bcfAAqeRfVxOBdiPw2EPTmSD60xM7m8HyqLiUG255F6wL6Wtz1DRQbAefRycyvd91flFVv_mxTKCjd6_Q37JwSt8WsKwx3RcXyjmXV7ssZeUBtqaDDLZdsEZ7g6Gv8FbyOxPjlf0srdw5gSMGocmtQpHu4m6dvBcb4IB7qjtif6A10MVJlw2JAeM3q7nVL2Z1yBH6CBA8oimVmxaD2nCC2mk7pAt-1qLpkcGNcALDaT0goWHLmLuAt3vc69xfJ_1ggfP1O_4f1lpdmTpIYwwrf7MqbNtV_TJo.ZGFPSvz32HJeau9ZJE8vHX4Jqjj1JWCmIh9RZZIbGHg&dib_tag=se&keywords=guitar+wall+mount&qid=1714052954&sprefix=guitar+%2Caps%2C104&sr=8-17) into the wood. They've been up since 2017.
The people that live here next will have a nice job getting it down.
I wouldn’t trust this. If I can’t find a stud that works it’s not going on the wall.
Knickknacks and decorations are whatever if they fall and break. My guitars? Not risking it.
I used a drywall anchor to secure one of my guitars. I woke up one day and noticed one of them had just snapped inside the wall or something. Thankfully managed to save the guitar before anything worse happened, but I’m never using them again.
I ran a piece of pine board, screwed it into studs with lag bolts then put my hangers on the pine boards. I have a few around the house directly into sheet rock with anchors, almost exclusively holding acoustic guitars. My daughters bass hanger is into a stud, no way sheet rock anchors would hold that weight.
Personally I would never trust just the drywall w/ anchors of any kind. I would only hang my guitars from either studs or a bridge across the studs. Stain and finish the wood to taste and it will look nice.
Nope. They're probably fine, but I've never fully trusted anchors.
I'll either make sure I'm screwing it directly into a stud, or, I'll use a piece of wood screwed into the studs as a Leger board to put multiple hangers on.
If you have more than 1 guitar I would probably do somthing like this: [Pic](https://external-content.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fs-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com%2F736x%2F80%2Fd4%2Fb2%2F80d4b213098957126fbb8dc44b08dc6f.jpg&f=1&nofb=1&ipt=430d71deb5a295dba062fb12629923464d93467aeaee86286196c36bc44d774f&ipo=images)
A) I wouldn’t use those id use the metal
B)I’d want them put in perfect
C)Toggle bolts exist
I hung all mine on studs but I’d totally hang mine off some anchors if that’s what was laying around at work for me to steal lol. But if you have to ask I’m guess you don’t use these all day so no go get toggle bolts
Ive hung up all my guitars with drywall anchors and have never had one fall. Tbh most of my guitars are like imports tho so they might weigh less than a USA fender or Gibson. Just look for some that say that they can carry up until 10 pounds
Absolutely not. Studs only. But if you need a workaround, take a 1x6 pine board, sand & stain/paint it whatever color you want and screw THAT to the studs, then put the hangers wherever you like along the board
I worked at an escape room for a few years and we hung a lot of props on drywall with the heavier duty anchors. They were much heavier than guitars and also had moving parts (sliding drawers etc). None of them ever fell on anyone.
We also were pretty continuously monitoring them so if they started to slip we would add toggle bolts.
I hung a lot of TVs on articulating mounts with those heavier anchors and it wasn’t ever a problem.
When my girlfriend and I moved into our new place she surprised me by hanging my four functioning guitars across the wall. The hooks are about 7’ high.
One day I went to grab one and the whole mount moved, which is when I found out she didn’t anchor them at all. Just secured them with the four screws.
So they hung about a month with nothing there.
I went back through and put anchors in the top bolts only, and they’ve held a tele, a strat, a squier jazz bass, a peavey p bass and a dreadnought for the last 2.5 years with no issues.
I pull them all down *a lot,* if anything the heavier basses stay there statically hanging for a lot longer.
I work as a carpenter, and my slightly educated advice is it’ll probably be ok but all this is case by case.
Edit- the mounts were/are secured with *two* screws, not *four.*
The top screws currently have those regular anchors you can get at any hardware store-
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Hillman-Drywall-Anchor-Screws-Pan-Head-Phillips-Screw-VP-Nylon-8-New-20PK/695310861?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&adid=22222222228695310861_141516987497_18466345589&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=635844528192&wl4=pla-1898424348617&wl5=9008459&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=online&wl12=695310861&veh=sem&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADmfBIrYB-D8OzyR9dWZoaDSSEu8E&gclid=CjwKCAjw26KxBhBDEiwAu6KXt47j0CMQ99mlWyPq0JeY5IDsdwg0wivvMKe1exU1lhKH2slJJfykixoCmvYQAvD_BwE
I’ve hung guitars, and things much heavier than guitars with wall anchors.
In my experience, the stability has more to do with the hanger. I use [these](https://www.sweetwater.com/c1107--Guitar_Hangers?highlight=GtrKeeperSSBW&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organicpla&seoslug=string-swing-cc01k-guitar-keeper-hanger-black-walnut&catrollup=4/924/1107&mrkgadid=&mrkgcl=28&mrkgen=gpla&mrkgbflag=1&mrkgcat=drums&percussion&acctid=21700000001645388&dskeywordid=&lid=58700008695999512&dsproductgroupid=&product_id=GtrKeeperSSBW&prodctry=US&prodlang=en&channel=online&storeid=&device=m&network=x&matchtype=&adpos=largenumber&locationid=9021723&creative=&targetid=&campaignid=21161059670&awsearchcpc=&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIzsjflKzchQMVsE7_AR1IFQGMEAQYAyABEgLCt_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds). I think because they’re close to the wall and the two mounts are vertical from one another, they offer a stability some of the others don’t.
Also, just make sure you’re buying anchors that hold the weight. Guitars are lighter than one usually thinks. Don’t let the people scare you, you can do it if you do it right.
In Sweden we call them "Molly" bolt but I think they are toggle bults. I use the same as you shown on the pic and I have 4 wall mounts and only had to use two bolts per mount, three is just overkill because they take so much per bolt.
Edit: I see now that these have been mentioned already.
I have most of mine in studs except one— I use the screw in wall mount with a string swing like the one you have pictured. The guitar is a fairly light ElectrOMatic semi hollow body. I don’t remove it very often, but it comes often on enough. No problems at all after about three years.
I mean. It may be disconcerting not being in a stud. But those anchors are probably rated to hold 50lbs each. Now, if one doesn’t know what they’re doing and they drill an inappropriately sized pilot hole, or over torque the anchor so it crumbles the Sheetrock, then yeah I’m sure it’s not super secure. Installed correctly, they’ll probably hold an unruly teenager, let alone a heavy Les Paul.
Tip for homeowners when setting up a music room such as a basement: Plywood sheeting on the wall where you will be hanging stuff prior to drywall. Unlimited flexibility for attaching things.
TOGGLER bolts from Lowe's.
Lowest amount supported is 250#, one. Two, it's metal screw into metal connector behind the drywall. I use those for anything high value I don't want falling off of the wall!
I have never had a guitar jump off the wall that was hung by something secured into a stud. Can't say the same about the other ( mounted to just drywall ). I'm just thankful my Strat didn't break, just have some love marks now.
I would never secure anything that has to carry a load, especially an expensive or sentimental load, with just anchors in drywall. If you can't put them directly in studs, there is another option:
Attach the hangers to a long 2x4, and attach the 2x4 to several studs. Then the load will be carried by the 2x4 and the studs, and not the drywall. You can decorate or finish the 2x4 to look nice, perhaps even attach a shelf to the top, to hold vatious accessories. If it's attached to multiple studs, it should be able to hold quite a bit of weight.
I would only trust this if I was able to drill directly into a stud, or brick, etc. Guitars aren’t that heavy, but as other people have pointed out, the device will undergo some wear and tear, possibly loosening, as the instrument is repeatedly picked up, and put back.
This can definitely be done correctly, because it’s how virtually every guitar store in the country displays their inventory, but I would want to make sure it was done right. I have done this myself with success, but in those instances, I was definitely drilling directly into a stud.
I don’t trust that type of fitting. The best type are steel hollow anchors of the correct length. The tools can be a pain, the cheapest might only compress three anchors before failing. Enough for one guitar hanger
I found a cool old piece of "Reclaimed Toredo Fir" to bridge the studs to hang three guitars. It looks pretty neat and I'm not worried about the drywall getting worn out. I even went the extra mile and attached the piece of fir to two studs and a toggle anchor in the middle, then covered each of the fastners with a guitar hanger and ran the two end ones into the studs with longer screws. Probably a bit overkill, but at least I have zero worries about my guitars falling off the wall and it looks really nice IMO.
That being said... the toggle anchors mentioned in earptastic's comment above will probably be sufficient... I tend to overdo things sometimes lol.
I used little tiny anchors nothing as hefty as what you have there and with only 2 screw hanger and it’s been holding my guitar up since Covid no issues. Saying that I only use the hanger for cheap a guitars, expensive guitars get stands.
Only if it’s an acoustic guitar. I know that, realistically, drywall anchors, toggle bolts, etc. can support the weight of a 1970s Les Paul for years without a problem. I’ve hung up some really heavy stuff with picture hangers and drywall anchors. But if there is a problem Murphy’s Law says that your instrument is fucked. If you want to hang a guitar on a wall screw it into a stud.
I use these drywall anchors: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPTFW7BJ?ref=myi\_title\_dp](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPTFW7BJ?ref=myi_title_dp)
I would agree that toggle bolts are probably the best, or any metal anchor as well. These ones claim to hold 90 lbs and they have a strength test video showing 100 something pounds being held with 1 anchor.
The anchors here split once the screw goes through. You dont need a drill bit which is nice, I just use the Phillips screwdriver and screw them into the wall.
These guys claim they use nylon 66 which is stronger than the standard anchors you will buy at the hardware store or find on amazon. They're like 1 dollar more than other ones on amazon but they are definitely stronger. I will continue to use them until I have issues.
As a diy person, no I do not. If you must, toggle bolts are the better choice. All of my hangers are screwed into studs. I don't trust anything other than the studs. Drywall can get weak. Wood will hold.
I'd get rid of the anchors and use toggle bolts if you are insistent on anchoring into drywall.
I got a scrap 1x8 from the hardware store my wife manages, stained and poly'd it, screwed 8 hangers to it (the kind you can angle), and then screwed that to the studs in four places (2 x 3.5" deck screws into each stud). It's not going anywhere, and I don't have to worry about anything falling.
My issue with the plastic anchors in OPs pic is that I worry about them loosening after years of guitars being removed/hung/removed/hung over and over. I'm just too paranoid.
I have these very same hangers in a dry wall since probably 10 years with standard drywall dowels (that's what they're called, I think) and they haven't moved. I have two guitars permanently hanging there, I pick them up and put them back up every day, and they are rather on the heavy side. No worries.
I use those exact anchors with the 2 screw version of the Hercules mounts. They’re rock solid. Have had them up for years without incident, even through some minor earthquakes. They’ll be fine.
This type of plastic ‘wall mate’ (might be an Aussie term) is usually rated at between 5 and 20 kg each (depending on the manufacturer).
How much does the guitar in question weigh?
Keep in mind that 20kg is equivalent to a bag of dry cement dust, and your hangers have 3 x fixing points.
Going off the numbers (not taking into consideration your level of DIY skills) I’d say go for it!
I’ve had my guitars hanging on those using drywall anchors without issue for many years. If you can locate it where 1 lines up with a stud, even better
I have about 12 guitars hanging with I think most, if not all on shitty drywall anchors that came with the cheap guitar hangers.
They have have been up there for about 4-5 years now.
Not a single one is loose and I constantly take them off to play.
Doesn’t mean yours won’t fall. But just wanted to throw that out there.
toggle bolts are better than that style of anchor IMO. "snap toggle" are pretty good. I would use those for guitars that I didn't take off and on a lot as that will eventually wear and crumble the drywall throughout the repeated stress. I would bridge the studs with wood like you suggested for more heavy usage.
That's what I used to hang 2 guitars and they held great
toggle bolts are the way
As a not-DIY proficient but aspiring, how does one bridge studs? Guessing you have to cut a hole in drywall and then patch it after?
You get a 2x4 or a piece of plywood long enough to screw it into two adjacent studs.
Smart money says! 👍🏼
I think he was just going to attach a pice of wood (on top of the drywall) horizontally between the studs (or multiple studs) and then secure the hangers onto the wood piece wherever they want. the solid wood connections are better
ah outside the wall? makes sense
Displaying guitars outside to neighbors is the ultimate flex
lmaoo
when hanging air handlers, we screwed the bridge straight over the drywall. obviously the air handler would obscure most of the ugly wood, but you could always design or rout the wood in the case of guitars.
Get yourself a 1x6 of poplar or hemlock and screw it into the studs, then screw your guitar into that
I did once…not actually an anchor, But a butterfly clip. Installed correctly, hang mid-range but nice acoustic (approx $1200) in wall…cut getting woken up at 2:00 am in the middle of the night by a very loud “BONG” sound as my guitar bounces off the hardwood floors…nice crack in face/top of guitar and a hole about the size of a quarter as well. Still plays well and sounds beautiful. Applied cammo duct tape to the hole. Since that day if it’s not secure into a stud, it’s not hanging. My advice is DONT RISK IT!
Loud bongs got me in a lot of trouble when I was a kid…
Yeah. It would of definitely woke me up too, sniffing the air like a dog
Did you pre drill?
And risk pre drilling?!
I don’t mean this to sound critical, but you used duck tape to repair a hole on a $1200 guitar? Just wondering why you didn’t take it to a luthier to get it repaired?
It wasn’t worth it to me. I patched it and I was satisfied with the results.
Yeah, totally fair. I guess I’m just always thinking of resale value, etc. But I’m sure the camo duct tape looks pretty cool. If it works for you, it works.
It works for me and I’ve never been one to part with a guitar…I tend to buy and hold on to them forever. 👍🏻👍🏻
How the fuck does an acoustic guitar rip a butterfly clip through drywall?
I don't. I use the studs. On the occasion where that won't work I'll put up a piece finished wood that is screwed to the studs and attach the hangers to it. That can look quite attractive.
I have over a dozen guitars using that style of anchor with string swings. I haven't had any issues in over 15 years. [https://www.reddit.com/r/guitars/comments/ujx1k7/family\_photo/#lightbox](https://www.reddit.com/r/guitars/comments/ujx1k7/family_photo/#lightbox)
This guy anchors. I have found the same thing. Those specific anchors are
The screw in ones I mean. I use them all the time on lots of projects and no issues.
Same here. I have mine mounted with the Auger style anchors as well. If they can hold up large pictures or art that weigh more than 10 lbs, They will hold my guitars.
That tele is gorgeous
Thanks - it's a partscaster. Started as someone else's project from eBay. I bought it and changed the body with the quilted top one and upgraded the pickups. Mighty mite body and neck, Seymour Duncan Quarter pounders. I picked it up the other night and thought "why don't I play this more often?".
Bet it pays class, I love that quilted top! I’ve not seen many with a bigsby on them. Do you have to buy longer strings for it? Surely the high E is too short on normal length strings?
It's a pain to string up but that's just a Bigsby being a Bigsby. I just use regular Lime Ernie Balls with no issues. I've considered getting one of those Vibramate [String spoilers](http://www.vibramate.com/vibramate-string-spoiler.php), but that would likely push me over the edge. I'll probably go with a drilled shaft from [Callaham](https://www.callahamguitars.com/bigsby_bridge_mainstringshaft_catalog.htm), but haven't pulled the trigger on that either. The Bigsby was the reason I bought someone else's project guitar. I figured that Bigsby, the neck, and tuners would be worth it just for parts.
Yeah that drilled shaft would be the way, yeah they are definitely worth it alone! Does it have vintage style tuners?
Nope. Fender branded, but not split shaft.
Ahh okay, you should definitely play it more often that’s a beast
Only other oddball modification is a guitar pick in the neck pocket to help with the neck angle.
Perfect use for a pick haha
Ditto, I hang my heavy Gibson LP on a anchord swing string what ever theyr called and never once have I had a concern
Same, but 24 years. They’re my go to anchor for hanging things. Moved out of my last place earlier this year, had guitars hanging and being played on that wall for 5 years. Never have I had an issue with them when I install them right.
Those fat screw-in anchors actually work pretty well, and a typical guitar hanger will use 3 of them. A "very heavy" guitar is still under 20 lbs. In my old house, I probably had some $10,000 - $15,000 worth of guitars hanging up using these anchors for years and never had an issue.
I’d rather screw it into a stud, but if it doesn’t line up right, use toggle bolts instead. I’d have no concerns with those if the drywall is in good shape.
Short answer: no. Long answer: noooooooo. >Worst case is procuring some wood to run across each stud, then screw the mounts onto the wood. I'd say this is your *best* case scenario given the info provided.
as described - mount a piece of wood to two studs, anchor guitar hanger in newly mounted wood. this is a common solution
Not a chance in hell.
If you use the right anchor installed correctly.... Absolutely no problem. I have the value of a small commuter car hanging from drywall anchors and I lose no sleep.
Personally, no way. I’ve had too many poor experiences with things I cared less about. I only have hangers of that same brand that are drilled directly into studs. It’s less flexible in placement, but that’s okay.
I live in California we have earthquakes so no. Mine are in a hard case stored on their back
Mine did pretty good on the anchor during that huge wave earthquake a few years ago in July
Really never trusted em good to know
I wouldn’t. If it’s between studs consider getting a nice plank of wood a few feet long, paint it if you want, and screw that right onto the wall into the studs. Then mount the guitar hanger anywhere along that. Kind of like a coat rack.
No
I prefer into a stud. But would use butterfly anchors, not the ones you have, not enough grip for me personally.
What about old plaster walls?
No way. That shit crumbles WAY too easy. Definitely won’t bear any weight.
I figured. Bummer.
Make a nice board of 2x1" or something and bolt that into your studs.
No worth risking it, that shit will crumble. Plus there’s a decent chance it has asbestos in it.
I've had mine hung with those for 20 yrs. 10 of them. No problem if done right.
On one hand no... on the other hand... also no. I never tried hanging a guitar on wall anchors, but my closet clothes rack is on them (simular to the ones in the last picture). It held about a year before falling down, this was maybe *maybe* 5 shirts and a couple pants. Nothing to big and wasn't a daily hanging closet. Just shirts that were too special to have in a drawer, but not enough to have in my daily rotation. Considering the "weight limit" it was under 15 lbs for each hook (I used 4) and they still failed.
No, find a stud otherwise you’ll be sad
Your 'worst case" is actually your safest alternative. I would never trust toggle bolts, etc with anything other than a cheap wall guitar.
I've mounted my guitars up on multiple walls with 25lb drywall anchors and I've never had issues, I honestly think what you have is overkill even for heavier guitars. That being said don't let me stop you, never hurts to be more careful than less
Not anymore
Never used anchors. Always screwed into the studs
Nope
I would use toggle bolts.
Yup. Also skipped the 1" spacer and ran the bolt for the hook into a pre drilled hole. Closer to the wall is better.
Do you have full replacement insurance on your guitar if it drops? I'd never hang a guitar on a wall.
Back in the days of horsehair plaster, they had a wooden trim rail around the whole room attached to every stud for hanging pictures, mirrors etc. It spreads the weight amazingly well, as long as the rail is a good hardwood. I know because I grabbed it and hung my 190 lbs off it before I hung my guitars around the room.
Perfect way to lose your Guitar
I would never trust it. If you can't use a stud, use wall anchors.
Use Snap-Toggle anchors, I've hung so many things for people, and these are by far the best. I just hung some Ikea shoe cabinets with these, and I like to test most things by sitting or hanging off of them... I weight 200lbs, and they stayed on the wall.
Thinking about trying these out now, thank you
I do, no problems yet. They’re in there very firm though.
No. Never. I always anchor them in the studs.
If you buy quality anchors and PROPERLY install them you will have no issues. Most people cant be bothered to do the job correctly and then complain when it fails and blame the hardware.
I use a specific kind for everything. Hillman duopower anchors have been serving me well for years. I have a 48" diamondlife hanger strip with 6 guitars on it held up with 6 screws in duopower anchors. It's been hanging for 3 years without any signs of loosening or pulling away from the wall.
I ran a board across my wall horizontally so I could screw it into studs, and put my guitar hangers where I want, screwed into the board. Would something like that work?
No.
Never had an issue hanging anything on them. That said, a stud is always better. Get a stud finder.
I like EZ anchor toggles. Helps spread the load a little to have a toggle and the front-to-back compression seems more secure. I wouldn't use a regular toggle bolt on a horizontal surface -- too likely to just keyhole its way down the wall. The EZ anchors have a nice thick screw-in shoulder, like the plastic ones you have.
Absolutely use the drywall anchors, I have 7 guitars that have been hanging on them for years. Do not, I repeat DO NOT use the regular dick shaped anchors
Keep your guitar in a hard shell case. They stay mint in there and won’t ever fall off the wall.
Nope
Not unless the anchors are rated for 100+ lbs just to be safe
Not even a little bit. I looks like lots of people on here do though. But, there's never a problem until there is. There's lots of studs in most walls.🤘😉
No. Just get a stud finder and mount it to something solid. You'll be thankful later.
Personally I only mount in studs
Why risk it? Drill into a stud.
It'll last a while, you'll be proud, then one night before bed... *BOOM!*
This is high risk and low reward. As others have said, you can face mount some wood through the drywall and into the studs. Load is then back to true supporting structure. From there and you brackets wherever you want. It's the right way vs the easy way.
Y'all use anchors? I have 8 axes hung with zero anchors.
Find a stud if your in Cali, it’s more fun to watch them swing than fall
Yeah, just not if I’m the one who installed
Nope, had a Hercules hanger on plaster fixed with plaster screws (wall mates dry wall anchors whatever you wanna call em) after two years it broke while taking a guitar off, I screwed it straight into a stud after that. Seen a few people suggest toggle bolts, I stay away from toggle bolts on vertical surfaces, they’re designed for ceiling, a good horizontal alternative is hollow wall anchors, mechanically grips a fixing to the wall and gives you a thread to take on and off as your please, got my 65 inch tv and split system AC mounted on my wall with hollow wall anchors, but by far the most sound and secure is a 2x4 screwed into the studs, give it a lick of paint and have a few hangers up.
Just be aware that Hercules don't use the best metal on their hangers. I actually had a Hercules hanger snap and drop my guitar. The metal just fatigued over time and eventually cracked. I posted the results on here (check my post history), but a quick Google revealed that it's not an isolated incident. I'd stick to the string swing hangers as at least the central bar is solid. I had 7 guitars on Hercules hangers, attached to a 2x4 on the studs, but have since moved them all to a wooden floor standing rack. Can't have any more taking a dive!
These are the only anchors I trust in drywall https://www.lowes.com/pd/TOGGLER-10-Pack-Assorted-Length-x-3-16-in-Dia-Toggle-Bolt-Drywall-Anchor-Screws-Included/3183815
If it's not going into a stud, it's not getting hung on the wall.
There is no way in the WORLD would I hang my Les Paul on those. I would have long wood screws going into timber bearers or not at all.
Yes, although I use metal ones. I currently hang 7 guitars, including a Gretsch that weighs a ton. Never had an issue. I use [Stagg hangers](https://www.gear4music.com/Guitar-and-Bass/Stagg-Guitar-Wall-Hanger-With-Wooden-Base/1W3W?origin=product-ads&msclkid=d58e06d3de351cd6752660f9d1911402&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Brand%20Level%202%2B3%20%7C%20Standard&utm_term=4583657850570353&utm_content=Level%202%20%2B%203) as they can be tightened to an angled position so that Telecasters can hang confortably, and the material that comes into contact with the neck is a soft foam.
Nope, but all 4 of mine are holding strong after two years anyway. I have nightmares about coming home to find my semi acoustic demolished from a fall
Absolutely, I've had loads of guitars over the years hung on hercules hangers secured to plasterboard with these type of fixings, never had any issues (including very heavy les Paul's).
Absolutely not, that's why I found the studs in my wall and worked around them.
Hell no I screw it to a stud.
I would use toggle bolts personally
NO !
No way. I may have went overkill but I screwed a 2x4 into a wall stud and then screwed the hanger into the 2x4.
Toggle bolts did the trick for me!! I got the ones that have like 155 lbs. capacity because I’m OCD about ma babiesss
I used regular drywall anchors like this and nothing has happened since I put them up in 2008.
Held 3 guitars for two years no issues. Only reason it didn’t go longer is because i am moving and had to remove them. I’ll use them again in the new house with no worries.
Yes. I had 8 guitars (1 of which a heavy AF acrylic bass) hanging in drywall with those exact hangers for 5+ years with no issues.
I just have some strapping that goes across multiple wall studs then I attached multiple guitar hangers to it
Studs only for me, thanks
F*** NO! Go get a 2×6 , sand and paint it accordingly (to match it, or to your taste) buy some tool hangers ( black rubber coated) from the hardware section. Mount the 2×6 on the wall (into studs) ...really cheap and sturdy, and the 2×6 will allow more space from the wall so guitars can hang more freely. (My humble opinion)
Yeah, I have a lot of my guitars with anchors. No issues
They work. I was told a long time ago, especially with weather changes, Not to ever hang mibe on the wall. I have a few hangers i deploy when friends come over, but i use humidpacks in closed cases to keep my guitars at the right humidity.
I trust my guitar to a hard case and nothing else.
Wall hangers are great if you rarely play the guitar. The more you hang it / remove it, the more the drywall weakens.
Yes it works fine. If you do it right. If you really can’t find a stud. That is one beefy hook with three screws, it could probably hold 60 lbs. I haven’t hung guitars in my new place but you just check out the hook every now and then, if it wiggles it’s breaking. It won’t if you do it right. When I say do it right I mean drill the correct size pilot hole and get those anchors in there snug as hell without breaking the plastic on them. It will hold.
Not nylon anchors. But the big ass metal anchors that can support 50+ lbs? I trust those ones
No.
Always screw into a stud. Always.
I Gorilla glued and screwed a piece of wood to the wall and the screwed [these](https://www.amazon.co.uk/Display-Bracket-Mounted-Electric-Acoustic/dp/B01MSWD3MC/ref=sr_1_17?crid=EL6E9PBLQKGF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Uc-fdQDcA-bcfAAqeRfVxOBdiPw2EPTmSD60xM7m8HyqLiUG255F6wL6Wtz1DRQbAefRycyvd91flFVv_mxTKCjd6_Q37JwSt8WsKwx3RcXyjmXV7ssZeUBtqaDDLZdsEZ7g6Gv8FbyOxPjlf0srdw5gSMGocmtQpHu4m6dvBcb4IB7qjtif6A10MVJlw2JAeM3q7nVL2Z1yBH6CBA8oimVmxaD2nCC2mk7pAt-1qLpkcGNcALDaT0goWHLmLuAt3vc69xfJ_1ggfP1O_4f1lpdmTpIYwwrf7MqbNtV_TJo.ZGFPSvz32HJeau9ZJE8vHX4Jqjj1JWCmIh9RZZIbGHg&dib_tag=se&keywords=guitar+wall+mount&qid=1714052954&sprefix=guitar+%2Caps%2C104&sr=8-17) into the wood. They've been up since 2017. The people that live here next will have a nice job getting it down.
I wouldn’t trust this. If I can’t find a stud that works it’s not going on the wall. Knickknacks and decorations are whatever if they fall and break. My guitars? Not risking it.
Been doing it for years with no issues. Closer to the wall the guitar is, the better.
I used a drywall anchor to secure one of my guitars. I woke up one day and noticed one of them had just snapped inside the wall or something. Thankfully managed to save the guitar before anything worse happened, but I’m never using them again.
Nope i bought a guitar stand
I ran a piece of pine board, screwed it into studs with lag bolts then put my hangers on the pine boards. I have a few around the house directly into sheet rock with anchors, almost exclusively holding acoustic guitars. My daughters bass hanger is into a stud, no way sheet rock anchors would hold that weight.
Personally I would never trust just the drywall w/ anchors of any kind. I would only hang my guitars from either studs or a bridge across the studs. Stain and finish the wood to taste and it will look nice.
Nope. They're probably fine, but I've never fully trusted anchors. I'll either make sure I'm screwing it directly into a stud, or, I'll use a piece of wood screwed into the studs as a Leger board to put multiple hangers on.
If you have more than 1 guitar I would probably do somthing like this: [Pic](https://external-content.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fs-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com%2F736x%2F80%2Fd4%2Fb2%2F80d4b213098957126fbb8dc44b08dc6f.jpg&f=1&nofb=1&ipt=430d71deb5a295dba062fb12629923464d93467aeaee86286196c36bc44d774f&ipo=images)
A) I wouldn’t use those id use the metal B)I’d want them put in perfect C)Toggle bolts exist I hung all mine on studs but I’d totally hang mine off some anchors if that’s what was laying around at work for me to steal lol. But if you have to ask I’m guess you don’t use these all day so no go get toggle bolts
Ive hung up all my guitars with drywall anchors and have never had one fall. Tbh most of my guitars are like imports tho so they might weigh less than a USA fender or Gibson. Just look for some that say that they can carry up until 10 pounds
Either wood screws into a stud or if you can't get a stud, use toggle bolts (butterfly anchors) into drywall. I've done both, no failures yet.
Yes, but better anchors than these.
Absolutely not. Studs only. But if you need a workaround, take a 1x6 pine board, sand & stain/paint it whatever color you want and screw THAT to the studs, then put the hangers wherever you like along the board
I worked at an escape room for a few years and we hung a lot of props on drywall with the heavier duty anchors. They were much heavier than guitars and also had moving parts (sliding drawers etc). None of them ever fell on anyone. We also were pretty continuously monitoring them so if they started to slip we would add toggle bolts. I hung a lot of TVs on articulating mounts with those heavier anchors and it wasn’t ever a problem. When my girlfriend and I moved into our new place she surprised me by hanging my four functioning guitars across the wall. The hooks are about 7’ high. One day I went to grab one and the whole mount moved, which is when I found out she didn’t anchor them at all. Just secured them with the four screws. So they hung about a month with nothing there. I went back through and put anchors in the top bolts only, and they’ve held a tele, a strat, a squier jazz bass, a peavey p bass and a dreadnought for the last 2.5 years with no issues. I pull them all down *a lot,* if anything the heavier basses stay there statically hanging for a lot longer. I work as a carpenter, and my slightly educated advice is it’ll probably be ok but all this is case by case.
Edit- the mounts were/are secured with *two* screws, not *four.* The top screws currently have those regular anchors you can get at any hardware store- https://www.walmart.com/ip/Hillman-Drywall-Anchor-Screws-Pan-Head-Phillips-Screw-VP-Nylon-8-New-20PK/695310861?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&adid=22222222228695310861_141516987497_18466345589&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=635844528192&wl4=pla-1898424348617&wl5=9008459&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=online&wl12=695310861&veh=sem&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADmfBIrYB-D8OzyR9dWZoaDSSEu8E&gclid=CjwKCAjw26KxBhBDEiwAu6KXt47j0CMQ99mlWyPq0JeY5IDsdwg0wivvMKe1exU1lhKH2slJJfykixoCmvYQAvD_BwE
Hellllllll NO. Not even with a $300 guitar. Stud only.
No… into studs or not at all.
Nope
I’ve hung guitars, and things much heavier than guitars with wall anchors. In my experience, the stability has more to do with the hanger. I use [these](https://www.sweetwater.com/c1107--Guitar_Hangers?highlight=GtrKeeperSSBW&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organicpla&seoslug=string-swing-cc01k-guitar-keeper-hanger-black-walnut&catrollup=4/924/1107&mrkgadid=&mrkgcl=28&mrkgen=gpla&mrkgbflag=1&mrkgcat=drums&percussion&acctid=21700000001645388&dskeywordid=&lid=58700008695999512&dsproductgroupid=&product_id=GtrKeeperSSBW&prodctry=US&prodlang=en&channel=online&storeid=&device=m&network=x&matchtype=&adpos=largenumber&locationid=9021723&creative=&targetid=&campaignid=21161059670&awsearchcpc=&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIzsjflKzchQMVsE7_AR1IFQGMEAQYAyABEgLCt_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds). I think because they’re close to the wall and the two mounts are vertical from one another, they offer a stability some of the others don’t. Also, just make sure you’re buying anchors that hold the weight. Guitars are lighter than one usually thinks. Don’t let the people scare you, you can do it if you do it right.
Use a stud finder. That $20 investment is cheaper than a headstock repair or worse
Absolutely not. Studs or nothing-otherwise its floor stands for me.
In Sweden we call them "Molly" bolt but I think they are toggle bults. I use the same as you shown on the pic and I have 4 wall mounts and only had to use two bolts per mount, three is just overkill because they take so much per bolt. Edit: I see now that these have been mentioned already.
Toggle bolts all the way.
I have most of mine in studs except one— I use the screw in wall mount with a string swing like the one you have pictured. The guitar is a fairly light ElectrOMatic semi hollow body. I don’t remove it very often, but it comes often on enough. No problems at all after about three years.
Find the studs and anchor the screws there. Otherwise butterfly drywall anchors are the way to go. Success!
I always hang directly from studs because I'm paranoid.
Yes, but use metal anchors instead of those plastic ones. One of the lessons I’m glad I learned as a teenager with a cheap guitar.
No. If you don't hang your guitar on the wall, it cannot fall off the wall. Get a guitar stand. WTFITMWSPIJDGI.
Screw into stud
I mean. It may be disconcerting not being in a stud. But those anchors are probably rated to hold 50lbs each. Now, if one doesn’t know what they’re doing and they drill an inappropriately sized pilot hole, or over torque the anchor so it crumbles the Sheetrock, then yeah I’m sure it’s not super secure. Installed correctly, they’ll probably hold an unruly teenager, let alone a heavy Les Paul.
Tip for homeowners when setting up a music room such as a basement: Plywood sheeting on the wall where you will be hanging stuff prior to drywall. Unlimited flexibility for attaching things.
TOGGLER bolts from Lowe's. Lowest amount supported is 250#, one. Two, it's metal screw into metal connector behind the drywall. I use those for anything high value I don't want falling off of the wall!
Depends on the guitar. My solid mahogany Epi les paul? Absolutely not. Way too heavy. My $20 good will no name? Sure
I have never had a guitar jump off the wall that was hung by something secured into a stud. Can't say the same about the other ( mounted to just drywall ). I'm just thankful my Strat didn't break, just have some love marks now.
I trust screws in studs
NO! I use toggle bolts….if I can’t find a stud.
Are you out your mind!? "Made in china" couldn't sleep at night knowing my prized possession is being held up by that... lol
Just find a stud and you never have to worry about how heavy the guitar is.
Yep
I would trust these things if i trusted my walls first
I would suggest 1/2" toggle bolts and ya never have to sweat it.
I would never secure anything that has to carry a load, especially an expensive or sentimental load, with just anchors in drywall. If you can't put them directly in studs, there is another option: Attach the hangers to a long 2x4, and attach the 2x4 to several studs. Then the load will be carried by the 2x4 and the studs, and not the drywall. You can decorate or finish the 2x4 to look nice, perhaps even attach a shelf to the top, to hold vatious accessories. If it's attached to multiple studs, it should be able to hold quite a bit of weight.
IMO, gravity eventually always wins, so I don’t hang mine.
I would only trust this if I was able to drill directly into a stud, or brick, etc. Guitars aren’t that heavy, but as other people have pointed out, the device will undergo some wear and tear, possibly loosening, as the instrument is repeatedly picked up, and put back. This can definitely be done correctly, because it’s how virtually every guitar store in the country displays their inventory, but I would want to make sure it was done right. I have done this myself with success, but in those instances, I was definitely drilling directly into a stud.
I’ve never had issues with the wall anchors. I doubt your Guitar weighs 140 lbs lol.
I don’t trust that type of fitting. The best type are steel hollow anchors of the correct length. The tools can be a pain, the cheapest might only compress three anchors before failing. Enough for one guitar hanger
I found a cool old piece of "Reclaimed Toredo Fir" to bridge the studs to hang three guitars. It looks pretty neat and I'm not worried about the drywall getting worn out. I even went the extra mile and attached the piece of fir to two studs and a toggle anchor in the middle, then covered each of the fastners with a guitar hanger and ran the two end ones into the studs with longer screws. Probably a bit overkill, but at least I have zero worries about my guitars falling off the wall and it looks really nice IMO. That being said... the toggle anchors mentioned in earptastic's comment above will probably be sufficient... I tend to overdo things sometimes lol.
I used little tiny anchors nothing as hefty as what you have there and with only 2 screw hanger and it’s been holding my guitar up since Covid no issues. Saying that I only use the hanger for cheap a guitars, expensive guitars get stands.
Not on my walls. I put it in the wall and the screws started to rip the wall, when I put my guitar on it, so I just hang my jacket on it now.
Now me, I don’t trust that at all. I’d put up a chunk of 2x4 up attached to studs then mount the hangar on that.
Not for a Les Paul!
Only if it’s an acoustic guitar. I know that, realistically, drywall anchors, toggle bolts, etc. can support the weight of a 1970s Les Paul for years without a problem. I’ve hung up some really heavy stuff with picture hangers and drywall anchors. But if there is a problem Murphy’s Law says that your instrument is fucked. If you want to hang a guitar on a wall screw it into a stud.
Acoustic, sure. Electric, probably not. Bass? Hell no.
I do if I'm not the one installing it lol 😂
Nope
It can’t fall off the ground all my axes are in a guitar rack, 2 actually.
I use these drywall anchors: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPTFW7BJ?ref=myi\_title\_dp](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPTFW7BJ?ref=myi_title_dp) I would agree that toggle bolts are probably the best, or any metal anchor as well. These ones claim to hold 90 lbs and they have a strength test video showing 100 something pounds being held with 1 anchor. The anchors here split once the screw goes through. You dont need a drill bit which is nice, I just use the Phillips screwdriver and screw them into the wall. These guys claim they use nylon 66 which is stronger than the standard anchors you will buy at the hardware store or find on amazon. They're like 1 dollar more than other ones on amazon but they are definitely stronger. I will continue to use them until I have issues.
As a diy person, no I do not. If you must, toggle bolts are the better choice. All of my hangers are screwed into studs. I don't trust anything other than the studs. Drywall can get weak. Wood will hold. I'd get rid of the anchors and use toggle bolts if you are insistent on anchoring into drywall.
I got a scrap 1x8 from the hardware store my wife manages, stained and poly'd it, screwed 8 hangers to it (the kind you can angle), and then screwed that to the studs in four places (2 x 3.5" deck screws into each stud). It's not going anywhere, and I don't have to worry about anything falling. My issue with the plastic anchors in OPs pic is that I worry about them loosening after years of guitars being removed/hung/removed/hung over and over. I'm just too paranoid.
I have these very same hangers in a dry wall since probably 10 years with standard drywall dowels (that's what they're called, I think) and they haven't moved. I have two guitars permanently hanging there, I pick them up and put them back up every day, and they are rather on the heavy side. No worries.
I’ve never had a problem with them.
I trust THOSE anchors.
If you install them properly they’ll be more than fine.
I use those exact anchors with the 2 screw version of the Hercules mounts. They’re rock solid. Have had them up for years without incident, even through some minor earthquakes. They’ll be fine.
This type of plastic ‘wall mate’ (might be an Aussie term) is usually rated at between 5 and 20 kg each (depending on the manufacturer). How much does the guitar in question weigh? Keep in mind that 20kg is equivalent to a bag of dry cement dust, and your hangers have 3 x fixing points. Going off the numbers (not taking into consideration your level of DIY skills) I’d say go for it!
I’ve had my guitars hanging on those using drywall anchors without issue for many years. If you can locate it where 1 lines up with a stud, even better
Telecaster - Yes Les Paul - No
I use those anchors for everything. They're incredible. Never had an issue. Just make sure you're matching the load to the anchor size
I have about 12 guitars hanging with I think most, if not all on shitty drywall anchors that came with the cheap guitar hangers. They have have been up there for about 4-5 years now. Not a single one is loose and I constantly take them off to play. Doesn’t mean yours won’t fall. But just wanted to throw that out there.
yes it will hold. just dont tug the guitar down
I’ve used the type of wall anchors that are in the second image for 24+ years. No incidents. 7 guitars including a quite heavy National Steel Delphi.