Capo Question
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BluegrassPicker
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In answer to the above question, my opinion of the Shubb "fine tune" vs the Paige Original which are both of the basic same design of a capo that fits above the nut and remains on the instrument: They both attach and function basically the same and sound basically the same (using my preferred vinyl sleeve), but the Shubb is far better made. The Paige has some sharp points on the rivet that is the pivot point and that tended to noticeably dig into my fingers at times. No problem with the polished edges of the Shubb. The Paige was not as smooth in the screw. But I used my Paige for many years before acquiring the Shubb. If I lost them both, and if cost wasn't a major roadblock I'd replace the Shubb. I do keep my Paige in my case as a backup if I lose or damage my Shubb. Visually the Shubb looks beautiful whereas the Paige looks functional, but that's low on my personal criterion list. I can't speak to the other capos on your list in the OP since I've never tried them.
TwangerWannabe
Tele-Afflicted
I have a bunch of capos including the "yoke" style that you can keep stored above the nut on the guitar, Shubb, Kaiser, D'Addario/Planet waves, etc.
The yoke style are great if you're playing bluegrass or another style of music that calls from using the capo frequently, as long as you aren't playing a Martin or Martin style acoustic with the volute beaus it wont fit on most of them.
For electrics I prefer the Planet Waves/D'Addario capo pictured below, and much prefer it to the Kyser style that just clamp on. Sure, the Kyser is convenient because it's quick and can be kept on the headstock, but my biggest complaint with the Kyser is you can't adjust the tension, so it has a tendency to pull strings sharp. The beauty of the D'Addario/Planet Waves capo os the tension is adjustable, so you're not pulling the strings sharp, which means you dont have to re-tune every time you put on and take off the capo. Shubb also makes capos that are adjustable and they[re great, but prefer the way the D'Addario/Planet Waves capo adjusts.
The yoke style are great if you're playing bluegrass or another style of music that calls from using the capo frequently, as long as you aren't playing a Martin or Martin style acoustic with the volute beaus it wont fit on most of them.
For electrics I prefer the Planet Waves/D'Addario capo pictured below, and much prefer it to the Kyser style that just clamp on. Sure, the Kyser is convenient because it's quick and can be kept on the headstock, but my biggest complaint with the Kyser is you can't adjust the tension, so it has a tendency to pull strings sharp. The beauty of the D'Addario/Planet Waves capo os the tension is adjustable, so you're not pulling the strings sharp, which means you dont have to re-tune every time you put on and take off the capo. Shubb also makes capos that are adjustable and they[re great, but prefer the way the D'Addario/Planet Waves capo adjusts.
thesamhill
Tele-Afflicted
@PastorJay is your question about those capo brands in general? Or about each brands' version of that specific style of capo?
If you're just asking about capo brands in general, I'm a Shubb guy.
If you're asking about the various versions of that style of capo, I can't help. Never played one of those.
Nah. People can judge capos if they can fingerpick acoustic duets with flutes in Eb without them and not sound like a dog licking peanut butter off the strings. And then tune to A=440 by ear. And then stand and play a 2 hour gig with no strap. Until then they can take a flying leap.
If you're just asking about capo brands in general, I'm a Shubb guy.
If you're asking about the various versions of that style of capo, I can't help. Never played one of those.
Nah. People can judge capos if they can fingerpick acoustic duets with flutes in Eb without them and not sound like a dog licking peanut butter off the strings. And then tune to A=440 by ear. And then stand and play a 2 hour gig with no strap. Until then they can take a flying leap.
