Thread: 12 String Capo
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Old 11-16-2010, 03:03 PM
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Default 12 String Capo

I've been using a capo for many moons...but have always struggled with how to use one on an acoustic 12 string. Here's my dilemma...

I've always thought the best technique when attaching a capo (I use a Schubb) was to "sneak up" on the proper tightness...you don't want to over tighten it because that would tend to pull the strings sharp...you don't want to under tighten it because the strings will buzz. You want to tighten it "just so"...

However, with a 12 string, one has the problem of (on the low E, A and D strings in particular) a thickly wound string and a very narrow string next to each other. So how to I apply the capo in a way that "capo's" the thick strings AND the narrow strings without pulling the whole shebang way out of tune?

Maybe its not possible?

Is there a specially designed 12 string capo that addresses this?

Thanks in advance for your expert help.

Bob
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