OUR STORY - THE BEGINNING
As a young, hopeful musician and bassist, I had to learn very quickly how difficult it was going to be for me to protect my beloved bass guitar. Although a professional musician of eight years, my journey with music began 15 years ago and it took me only moments to realize that the sparsely protective default bags available in the market were not an option. Sure, I could invest in a “good” bag, but not only were those heavy, they were also beyond what I could reasonably afford as a struggling artist trying to make it on my own. Not carrying my instrument was obviously impossible, so I did the next best thing - as someone who has never shied away from grit and hard-work, much like with my career- I stopped fishing in the limited pond offered to me and started working on what I wanted. The process was long, tedious, but through the mixing and matching of countless materials and patterns, I found the perfect combination- light weight, durable, extremely padded, and most of all, affordable- my bags were perfect to take my bass to practices and gigs with zero concern. At that point it only made sense that I shared my perfect bag with other budding, passionate Indian musicians who’ve been struggling to find their right bag. And thus began,
CLEFTOMANIAC STRAPS
Cleftomaniac began as a personal mission — a musician trying to solve real problems faced by fellow artists.
What started with designing better guitar bags has grown into a dedicated team of passionate professionals committed to elevating the music community. Our purpose evolved: not just to protect their instruments, but to help them stand out with stylish, comfortable, and thoughtfully crafted accessories. One of the biggest gaps we noticed was in guitar straps. For years, musicians settled for basic straps bundled with their instruments or low‑quality alternatives available in the market. These lacked proper structure, durability, and the ergonomic support needed during long practice sessions, recording hours, or high‑energy gigs.
Cleftomaniac Guitar Straps are our answer to that problem — premium, hand‑crafted, designer straps built with the right thickness and padding to distribute weight evenly. They’re designed for comfort over long hours and are versatile enough to be used across a range of instruments (yes, even a Mridangam — the possibilities truly are endless).
Each strap is the result of years of experimenting with materials, construction techniques, and ergonomic design. Combined with deep insight into a musician’s needs — from one musician to another — our products reflect the soul and vision of our founder.
WE STAND FOR
We believe that great craftsmanship should leave a lasting impression—not a lasting footprint.
At the heart of our company is a simple idea: materials deserve a second life, and musicians deserve gear that reflects both purpose and precision. Every instrument bag and guitar strap we create is built from thoughtfully upcycled materials, transformed into pieces that are as durable as they are refined.
Sustainability, for us, isn’t a trend—it’s a commitment. We design with intention, minimizing waste while maximizing longevity, so that every product not only looks clean and timeless but also stands up to years of use on the road, in the studio, and everywhere in between.
We strip away the unnecessary, focusing on clean lines, honest materials, and uncompromising quality. The result is gear that feels as good as it performs—quietly confident, responsibly made, and built to endure.
Because what you carry should carry your values too.
Sustainability
We transform discarded materials into premium instrument bags and guitar straps, reducing waste while minimizing the need for new resources. Built for durability and timeless use, each piece supports a more circular, responsible approach to design.
Quality
Our products are crafted with precision using carefully selected materials, ensuring strength, reliability, and refined performance. Designed for long-term use, every detail is built to withstand wear while maintaining a clean, premium look
Community
Designed by a musician who understands the demands of real-world use, our products are shaped by firsthand experience with what works—and what doesn’t. Every detail is refined to solve common issues in existing gear, delivering thoughtful solutions that truly serve the music community.