The capo is a constant source of frustration to guitarists.
- They can be awkward to use.
- They can pull your guitar out of tune.
- They can interfere with the players hand.
Most guitar capos fall into 2 categories.
- Non-Adjustable. These capos usually work using a strong spring. They are simple and quick to use, but the spring tension cannot be adjusted, so they exert a different tension on each fret, and often cause tuning problems. They can also require a lot of strength to use!
- Adjustable. A good adjustable capo is less likely to cause tuning problems. However, many are awkward or fiddly to use. Some have only stepped adjustment which is too crude. Others have awkward shapes which interfere with the player's hand.
The G7th capo's new patented clutch mechanism has none of the problems of existing capos, but all of the benefits!
