MartinL89 0 Posted January 23, 2017 Report 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? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sparquelito 764 Posted January 23, 2017 Report 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. :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Salfromchatham 255 Posted January 23, 2017 Report 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. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EuroAussie 192 Posted January 23, 2017 Report Share Posted January 23, 2017 On the mike stand. I feel seeing capos and tuners attached to headstocks while performing really ghastly. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Murph 536 Posted January 23, 2017 Report 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. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blindboygrunt 299 Posted January 23, 2017 Report 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 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
62burst 145 Posted January 23, 2017 Report 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. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blindboygrunt 299 Posted January 23, 2017 Report 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 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EuroAussie 192 Posted January 23, 2017 Report 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: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blindboygrunt 299 Posted January 23, 2017 Report 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 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kidblast 1,491 Posted January 23, 2017 Report 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. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rct 1,789 Posted January 23, 2017 Report 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 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kidblast 1,491 Posted January 23, 2017 Report 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.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Buc McMaster 192 Posted January 23, 2017 Report 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. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rct 1,789 Posted January 23, 2017 Report 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 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dhanners623 84 Posted January 23, 2017 Report 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. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
QuestionMark 154 Posted January 24, 2017 Report 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 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Salfromchatham 255 Posted January 24, 2017 Report 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. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rct 1,789 Posted January 24, 2017 Report 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 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
slimt 130 Posted January 24, 2017 Report 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.. :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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