Members SRQPhil Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 Just for at home, acoustic guitar. I know very little about them. But I think one might come in handy once in a while. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members MattSkibaIsGOD Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 Kyser quick change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members outdoorgb Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 I have been pleased with the Shubbs S1http://www.shubb.com/store/capos/1.html Retail for $20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jandrew Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 The Planet Waves NS capo is my currently preferred capo -- easy to use, lightweight, and low profile. A Shubb would be my second choice. cheers, andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bbarkow Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 I went through a lot of different ones over the years, and eventually settled on a Shubb. Kysers work fine too, and clamp handily onto the headstock when not in use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members babablowfish Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 Keysers are good and I use one when I am screwing around at home. For onstage I prefer the Shubb which gets a lot of love on the HCAGF. Also popular are the Planet Waves capos. These last 2 allow you to dial in just the right amount of tension so you don't throw the guitar out of tune. Some prefer the Keyser because you can clip it on your headstock when it isn't in use. I prefer the Shubb because it has the lowest profile which doesn't interefere with chords right at the first fret. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members tom_s252 Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 A G7th if you're made of money, a Shubb otherwise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SRQPhil Posted May 16, 2008 Author Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 The Planet Waves NS capo is my currently preferred capo -- easy to use, lightweight, and low profile. Thanks. I had not heard of this one. Looks very cool in the pictures. I think that's the one I'll try. I see some on Ebay for $15 including shipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members EvilTwin Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 A Schubb, a Schubb, or a Schubb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Krash Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 Planet Waves NS, especially if you play a lot in first position. It's very low profile, and doesn't get in the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Zoomone Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 Yup, the planet waves ns capo is hands-down the best on the market for light-weight, accuracy, build quality and downright simplicity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members lndianScout Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 I use one of these Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members eflat Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 A G7th if you're made of money, a Shubb otherwise. C'mon. . . "made of money"???? They're like 19, 20 quid, and you only have to buy one! And I'm a student! I personally would recommend this capo, they're so easy to use, never fail, even string coverage etc. A brilliant design IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members fmw Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 I don't use capos but I think the Shubb is the best one. However, I think the left index finger and a little practice on deadening strings for those chords up the neck that need it is even better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Marc G Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 I use one of these I have one of those too.... but I find it REALLY throughs off my tuning when I use it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Li10 Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 C'mon. . . "made of money"???? They're like 19, 20 quid, and you only have to buy one! And I'm a student! I personally would recommend this capo, they're so easy to use, never fail, even string coverage etc. A brilliant design IMO. +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members babablowfish Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 C'mon. . . "made of money"???? They're like 19, 20 quid, and you only have to buy one! And I'm a student! I personally would recommend this capo, they're so easy to use, never fail, even string coverage etc. A brilliant design IMO. First of all, it is not that easy to round up 19 or 20 squid. And once you did get that many together you would have to keep them fresh, keep them from escaping, etc. I also understand that they bite. No, I think it makes more sense to just buy a Shubb for 18 dollars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bbarkow Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 I don't use capos but I think the Shubb is the best one. However, I think the left index finger and a little practice on deadening strings for those chords up the neck that need it is even better.For some styles, that's fine. I'm not man enough to try playing a bluegrass break that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members rjoxyz Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 Own or have owned practically everything but a G7. My clear favorite is the Planet Waves NS for ease of use and function. Can dial in just enough pressure without pulling strings out of tune. Light and unobtrusive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members rjoxyz Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 First of all, it is not that easy to round up 19 or 20 squid. And once you did get that many together you would have to keep them fresh, keep them from escaping, etc. I also understand that they bite. Maybe, but in Detroit, we are adept at concealing and transporting the occasional octopus to sporting events. GO WINGS! OK--if not a hockey fan, that will seem weird and meaningless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members eric.chambers Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 A friend has a schubb and it's nice, but I still prefer my Keyser. It's nice and easy and does the job every time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members C70man Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 Maybe, but in Detroit, we are adept at concealing and transporting the occasional octopus to sporting events. GO WINGS!OK--if not a hockey fan, that will seem weird and meaningless. I remember those "hat trick" days...Go Blackhawks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Chip Stewart Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 Kyser quick change.+1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Hudman Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 Maybe, but in Detroit, we are adept at concealing and transporting the occasional octopus to sporting events. GO WINGS!OK--if not a hockey fan, that will seem weird and meaningless. GO WINGS!!! and GO PISTONS!!!! Now we need the Tigers to settle down and the Lions to wake up from their 51 year coma...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Hudman Posted May 16, 2008 Members Share Posted May 16, 2008 My favorite is the Planet Waves NS. I also own a Kyser quick change and a Dunlop trigger capo. They work well, but they lack the ability to be fine tuned like the NS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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