swleary Posted September 18, 2011 Share Posted September 18, 2011 I'm currently looking for a Capo but having problems understanding what they really are and what makes a good one or who makes a good one. I see planet waves a ton of them but not sure. Curently looking for one that goes from my SG to my GF's daughters acoustic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff-7 Posted September 18, 2011 Share Posted September 18, 2011 I've got a schubb that I use from time to time, it really does a good job with adjustable tension to keep you from going sharp. A lot of people also use kysers and opinions are pretty good about them, they're good for quick changes and 1 handed operation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenced Fred Posted September 18, 2011 Share Posted September 18, 2011 I've got a schubb that I use from time to time, it really does a good job with adjustable tension to keep you from going sharp. A lot of people also use kysers and opinions are pretty good about them, they're good for quick changes and 1 handed operation. Schubbs are highly regarded, I like Kysers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantha Posted September 18, 2011 Share Posted September 18, 2011 I bought a Kyser a few weeks back for my daughter. I'd recommend it... It works perfectly on the acoustic as well as the SG. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dub-T-123 Posted September 18, 2011 Share Posted September 18, 2011 I have a Kyser and it works fine but my friend has a Schubb and I prefer the smaller size of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenced Fred Posted September 18, 2011 Share Posted September 18, 2011 I have a Kyser and it works fine but my friend has a Schubb and I prefer the smaller size of it. The fact that its called a schubb and you said you prefer the smaller size made me giggle But Kysers are Jeff Tweedy approved, do you need more proof? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilpanda Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 I use Shubb cause it uses little space and it works great, works on all my guitars. I also like the dunlop trigger capo, gets the job done, but mine eventually wore out after about a year of heavy use, so I switched to shubb last year, Im still on the same one, its working great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoFrills Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 I used a Kyser. My last one was a capo which you needed to twist to apply pressure, the Kyser has spring pressure. Had it for years and it's still does the job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retrosurfer1959 Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 There are so many out there and it's mostly about how they feel as almost anything will work, even a stick with an elastic band can work in a pinch. I like the Kyser specialty ones like a drop D or there open G I use both of those usually in a acoustic set. I also really like the G7 performance capo easy to put on a hold well especially like this brand for my twelve string. That said my favorite capo's are the Paige model especially the Paige Click a little harder to put on but small and light weight and can be adjusted to hold better than anything else I use them on guitar, mandolin and even the rare times I play a banjo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damian Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 I use a Kyser Soze on my usual guitars...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis G Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 This one http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/kyser-quick-change-capo-6-string Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirstMeasure Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 A pencil and a few rubber bands work pretty well. But if you want something more reliable then just about any Dunlop, Planet Waves, Kyser, Schubb, or whatever should work. All you want it to do is hold the strings down so the don't slip, turning a Fret into a Nut. If you're going to Bend a lot with your capo on, you might as well Buy two of them now. That's the way Jimmy Vaughan does it. Also you have to ask yourself, "Do I want a good Solid Capo or a Capo that comes off easy". I prefer the Dunlop Trigger type because I don't often leave a capo on for an entire song, but if you're more into the James Taylor thing you might want one that Clamps tighter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milod Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 I've got a batch of Kysers but really, the rubber band cheapies work as well and let you lift a bit to get things back in tune. I've got them in a couple cases even with the Kyser there. On a classical I still have my original "bought it for Flamenco" rosewood capo. Bought it in 1963, still works like a champ. Just the rubber band cheapie for the banjo. I've tried lots of different kinds. A lot of 'em got dumped because the various "rubber" parts gave out. Actually the capo does well if you're playing and singing... Or note that some blues guys like the capo way up and do a lotta playing in root position. There are "folkie" sounds that only work with certain root positions, and to sing along you may wanna pull up the capo... What they really are is a finger that stays glued down on the fingerboard so you have four fingers to do root chords. Or some of the shorties can give alternative tunings by hitting just some strings. There's even a brand or two with settings different for each string so you can do alternate tunings. Playing a "root" G or C position at the fifth fret can be done, but it's a lot easier and cleaner with a capo. m Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rogerb Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 Schubb is my capo of choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirstMeasure Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 Milo - I used to avoid using a Capo. when I was young dad told me it was cheating so....... Then I met a Banjo/Mandolin player friend of mine who started showing me Bluegrass. Not just some Bluesgrass tunes, but the concept and traditions connected to Bluegrass and other types of southern Folk Music. Suddenly the Capo became an indisposable tool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milod Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 I've heard that Irving Berlin played piano in only one key - so had one built with the capability of changing keys a bit. It's a lot easier than playing in B-flat. m Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky4 Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 It's amazing how cool an acoustic sounds capo'd at the 7th fret or higher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjmwrx Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 +1 for the Kyser. Easy to use and doesn't get in the way. I think they are to lock the guitar in a specific key. Someone can correct me. All I know is some of the songs I am learning use one. Like Wheels from Foo Fighters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fl00dsm0k3 Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 dont have one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damian Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 dont have one You will...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Versatile Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 One issue not yet mentioned... Capos come in 'straight' and 'curved' varieties to suit fingerboard profiles This can, on occasion, be an important consideration..... V Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milod Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 Vers... yes on the more "modern" version of capos. The "rubber band" versions don't seem to be as sensitive as the spring-loaded metal versions. Another point, if you're playing a 12-string, ensure you get a 12-string model both for width of the capo/fingerboard and for a bit more spring. m Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damian Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 Darn........And I thought that capos had something to do with the mob...... :unsure: .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milod Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 Damian... UB-bad. <grin> Hmmmm... capo di tutti capi? Capisce? <chortle> m Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damian Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 Damian... UB-bad. <grin> Hmmmm... capo di tutti capi? Capisce? <chortle> m [thumbup] ...Ah, the things I learn on here.... :unsure: .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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