Capo for high-end guitar

[jmagill]

Tried other pencils, but a #2 gives the best tone.

[gmel555]

Originally Posted by Newbflat

Why can’t capo manufactures make different radiuses in the same capo, or different radius pads. … it’s a good chunk of people’s problems.

Thalia does...not inexpensive but each comes with a set of different inserts.

[Judas68fr]

Weirdly, my go-to capo on both of my acoustic guitars (not really 'high-end' compared to some of the guitars you guys own around these parts) is my Dunlop Trigger, works amazing on my Furch G21CR and my Martin HD28V.

I find that if the guitars have been set up properly (good relief, intonation, correct action etc...), the capo doesn't need to exert a crazy amount of tension, and I only have to fine-tune the low E string. I use Shubbs on electric guitars (rarely use capos on electrics though)

[DBW]

Shubbs are very easy to put on and take off. They also hold well.

[lowrider]

Troubadour, I saw that you don't get personal messages so I hope you're still checking this thread.

Are you still interested in the GC Martin Style 16? I just ordered. a new one for 20% off. The sales rep said that she could do the same for you after 3/1. PM me if you are interested with your email and I'll send you the details.

[JayBee1404]

Originally Posted by lowrider

Troubadour, I saw that you don't get personal messages so I hope you're still checking this thread.

Lowrider, I’ve PMd Troubador on another forum to alert him to your message here. Hopefully he’ll see it.

[lowrider]

Thank you!

[roadbiker]

I don't know why, but I keep buying capos. I have two G7 Newports; one for 6 string and one for 12. I also have G7 Performance 2, a Thalia, a couple of Shubbs, a D'Addario NS Artist, and a couple of D'Addario NS Capos. Heck, I even have a Spyder capo (rarely used). The one that I use the most is the Newport. It's easy to use and it works well, but I really like the D'Addario NS capo. It's small, light, cheap, and tightens evenly on the strings so the tuning doesn't drift. I like the functionality of the Thalia, but it's kind of bulky. Shubbs are really good too. They seem to be a staple among pros, as so many use them. Of course, you already know how well the G7 Performance works. Mine came in a really cool case to boot. Personally, I am not fond of clamping a capo to the headstock or untrimmed strings. I rarely use the D'Addario NS Artist, which is similar in design and function to the Kyser. Not a fan.

This probably wasn't of much use to you. For the price, I would check out the D'Addario NS. Cheap, functional, easy to use, light, and even pressure on the strings. If you don't like it, you're only out about $10.

[roadbiker]

Originally Posted by Rockysdad

Sign up for their mailing list, you'll get major deals.

And sometimes the have sales on blemished capos. The blemishes are so minor you can hardly see them.

[A.Wilder1]

I say go Shubb and don’t look back. Functional, affordable and very attractive!