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09-17-2018, 06:45 PM
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I received a Thalia capo last Xmas as a gift, the 6 string version. I actually found it a bit big and clunky for my 6 strings, but after trying a few of the inserts I find it works quite well on my 12 string. I tune down a step and keep it mostly on the 2nd fret, but for me it's working fine.
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09-17-2018, 10:48 PM
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I appreciate all the comments and suggestions always good to know that there are folks out there with the experiences we need - thanks!
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Shubb works fine for me (I also use the 12st version on my baritone, which has a wider and more critical fretboard). I use a radius Shubb on my mando, and deluxe (roller) on all my 6st guitars.
My 12 is a custom Woolson, with a multiscale fretboard, so I have to position carefully. But I do occasionally capo up to the 5th fret. As someone said - as close to the fret as possible, and I'll add as lightly as you can manage without buzzing strings. You may need a truss rod adjustment if your relief is too much, or a setup if your nut or saddle are too high. Depends on how strongly you pick or strum, of course. I've not had problems with re-tuning if I'm careful about placement and tension. Of course, since no one really knows how long it takes to tune a 12 string, anything goes.... (lol)… Best, Phil
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09-18-2018, 03:53 PM
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My G7th Compensated Newport arrived today. Played it for about an hour and I am sold. Very well made. Easy to attach and detach. Does everything it claims on my new old Guild 12-string. Tried it up to the 7th fret. The angled notches of decreasing depth allow for perfect positioning and a clear sound. Excellent job! I noticed a number of retailers are still selling the old non-compensated style. Make sure you get the new version. This is a game changer!
Took about 7 days to the US ordered directly from G7th. Last edited by HeyMikey; 09-18-2018 at 03:58 PM.
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Ah, my G7th Newport came today and ....... wow where has this capo been ..... never had such clarity when using a capo on my 12 strings .... so thank you thank thank you ......
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09-28-2018, 02:39 AM
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G7th Heritage with compensated pad. Best capo I have tried and the only one that works effortlessly on my Martin 12.
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09-28-2018, 03:14 AM
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I haven't tried the G7 - I confess that I'm not keen on the aesthetics, but as I have invested quite heavily over the years in basic Shubbs, including two 12 string versions I thought I'd add a little info which might be useful to others :
I have two 12 string guitars - a Martin D12-20 and a Harmony H1270. Both have had (at least) neck sets and refrets at some point since they were built in the '60s. The effectiveness of a capo - any capo, is directly related to the string gauge used and the fret height, plus the action (string height above the fret - which increases as one goes up the neck. A capo does nothing but compress the strings to or behind a capo - just as you do when you press a string with your fingers. The simple act of using the capo, or your fingers to compress the string over a fret will sharpen it slightly, to significantly. My 12 strings are set to have the same action at 12th fret as my six strings - i.e. .110" bass and .080" treble (at 12th) Both 12 strings wear 12/12 to 54/30 strings (Martin M190 bronze) on the Harmony and D'addario EJ37 on the Martin. Both are tuned down one tone (d, a, F, C, G, D) With the Harmony, I place my shubb capo a little back from the fret NOT immediately behind it, but enough to ensure no buzzing. With the Martin I need to place the capo ON the fret to minimise string distortion. Whilst this gives me less playing space close to the capo, it is the least distorting. I guess the Martin may have higher frets. I use my capos (on both) usually on the 2nd and 4th frets - I don't go further. I hope that helps.
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