MartinL89 Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 I'm not talking storage when you aren't playing, but when you're actually playing and you may need the capo during a set. Some capos can be stored on the headstock but others can't. With one I actually tried to clamp it over the nut but, of course it lead to string damping, if I clamp behind the nut, it will affect the tune of the strings. At this stage, the best solution seems to be just putting it on the amp or music stand. So, How do you store it when you aren't using it, but are going to need it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparquelito Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 I keep my capos (one for six string, the other for my 12 string) on top of the nearby PA cabinet. I don't like the looks of a capo left clipped to the headstock of a guitar when not in use, it's distracting and unattractive. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorrisrownSal Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 I capo a lot when I gig. I always have my Planet waves NS Artist clamped to the headstock, and I always have a Shubb on a metal On Stage tray clamped to my mic stand. I also keep pick everywhere, and backup cord, strings, and 9v in a backpack close by. Maybe I should relax more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EuroAussie Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 On the mike stand. I feel seeing capos and tuners attached to headstocks while performing really ghastly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murph Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 I also keep picks everywhere, and backup cord, strings, and 9v in a backpack close by. Maybe I should relax more. Nope. I'm a spare freak and always kept stuff scattered everywhere so if I needed it, it was handy. It's called being prepared. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blindboygrunt Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Usually on the music stand , or on the table beside my guinness, or clamped to the headstock. Depends what type of capo I bring with me Shirt pocket if there's a pocket there I doubt you're going to get and revolutionary ideas with the question . There's limited things to do with a capo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
62burst Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Shirt pocket if there's a pocket there Death move. Please don't do that. It slides out when you lean over to put the guitar back in it's case. That was a big ding on the top. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blindboygrunt Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Death move. Please don't do that. It slides out when you lean over to put the guitar back in it's case. That was a big ding on the top. Ah right , ok Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EuroAussie Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 I doubt you're going to get and revolutionary ideas with the question . There's limited things to do with a capo A girl once asked me if it was some sort of nipple clamp or sex toy ... :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blindboygrunt Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 A girl once asked me if it was some sort of nipple clamp or sex toy ... :rolleyes: Europeans , sex mad the lot of them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidblast Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 thalia capos will sit on the nut when not in use, and do not interfere at all. I put the kysers on my boom stand behind the mic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rct Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 I capo a lot when I gig. I always have my Planet waves NS Artist clamped to the headstock, and I always have a Shubb on a metal On Stage tray clamped to my mic stand. I also keep pick everywhere, and backup cord, strings, and 9v in a backpack close by. Maybe I should relax more. Nope, keep those spares, be that guy. Nothing but nothing blows the gig, ruins band relationships, and threatens potential future gigs quite like having to not go on on time because you are missing one stupid little thing. Learned well, the very hard way, Bogey's Circle Tavern, Brooklawn NJ, 1976, and never forgotten. rct Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidblast Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Nope, keep those spares, be that guy. exactly,, part of the shtick about being a pro means you're never not prepared.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buc McMaster Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 When I used Shubb capos they stayed in my arse pocket for easy access. Since I have been using yoke-style capos (Paige, Elliot, etc.) they stay on the headstock behind the nut for even easier access. No, they don't pull the strings sharp when snugged just enough to stay in place. And they are much less obvious and goofy looking in that position than those clothespin looking Kysers, and they don't mark up the headstock either. I do agree with EA that an acoustic guitar looks kind of like a billboard with a Kyser and a clip on tuner waving around on the headstock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rct Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 I just looked where I keep my fancy capo for that one Fleetwood song I play occasionally for the Mrs. It isn't there. So like all 50 capos I've owned in my life for that one Fleetwood song I play occasionally for the Mrs, it's gone. So I don't know where I keep it at this time. rct Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhanners623 Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 I keep my capos (a Shubb and/or a Paige) in my pocket or on a stool next to me when I'm playing. I HATE the look of a capo (or a tuner) clipped to the headstock. Really? You'd lose your capo or tuner if it weren't a part of your headstock? Did I mention I HATE that look? And aside from the Kyser's penchant for pulling the strings out of tune and being ugly as hell, when I want a manufacturer to shove their religion in my face, I'll buy their product. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuestionMark Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 I put my capo on my headstock during my gigs or when I M playing in a jam. . I think it looks kinda cool there, plus, it's very convenient to locate or store there as needed. Just my 2 cents. QM aka Jazzman Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorrisrownSal Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 rct - let me guess; Never Going Back Again? I almost have it down like he does it.... almost. If you do I salute you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rct Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 rct - let me guess; Never Going Back Again? I almost have it down like he does it.... almost. If you do I salute you. Oh jeez no! But thanks for thinking that. Landslide, all the way back from when we was kids, and all the great mountains we dreamed of, to all the great mountains we've been to as we get geezerly, and the couple avalanches we've seen out in Yellowstone a couple times. That's about it for my any formal fingerpicking abilities I might have. I just flail at it. I'm working on the intro to Crazy On You by Heart. I will get that one down, always wanted to. rct Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slimt Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 Death move. Please don't do that. It slides out when you lean over to put the guitar back in it's case. That was a big ding on the top. Thats when they get called a relic.. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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