G7th Capo Problem

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bernd

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Joined: Feb. 15 2004

G7th Capo Problem

Hola afficionados,

I haven´t been here for some years, and now I´m back with a small problem.

I wantented to have a nice, quick and stylish capo and have bought the silver G7th. As locking it onto the neck, it doesn´t keep the pressure down to the E1 string. It ends up in a buzzing on this string, really frustrating. I think I´ve tried all I can do. Mabe I´ve caught a mondays version. Has anyone of you the G7th in use working correctly?

Salu2
Bernd

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Oct. 29 2012 0:12:27

Ramon Amira

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From: New York City

RE: G7th Capo Problem (in reply to bernd)

Get a cejilla.

Ramon

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Oct. 29 2012 2:41:58

C. Vega

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Joined: Jan. 16 2004

RE: G7th Capo Problem (in reply to bernd)

Or a basic Dunlop toggle.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Oct. 29 2012 10:13:12

Graham_B

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Joined: Jul. 10 2007
From: Leigh, Lancashire, UK

RE: G7th Capo Problem (in reply to bernd)

I know a couple of people who've used G7th capos for some years without a problem.

Just a thought, is it definitely a classical version (flat fretboard) or an acoustic version (curved fretboard)?
I guess the acoustic version would provide uneven pressure on a flat fretboard.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Oct. 29 2012 12:57:29

bernd

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RE: G7th Capo Problem (in reply to bernd)

Thanks for your ideas.

I´ve also used the Jim Dunlop toggle for more than 20 years. Now I want a one hand system. The G7th is the correct one, for classical guitar with flat fretboard. In a German fingerpicker forum, that also has a classical and flamenco section, I´ve posted my problem as well. Those guitarists tell me the same that they have no problems at all for years.

I´ve also received an interesting email from Nick Campling, the product designer of the G7th. He is sorry about my problem he has read here and made me a very fair offer to send it to him and get a new one including an additional G7th Nashville version. That´s absoluteley great service!!! I appreciate this customer friendly support very much, but it depends on the shipping costs to UK. Tomorrow I will make a decission.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Oct. 29 2012 15:38:08

tele

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RE: G7th Capo Problem (in reply to bernd)

quote:

but it depends on the shipping costs to UK.

should be reasonable with non registered first class airmail

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Oct. 29 2012 16:39:15

Ricardo

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RE: G7th Capo Problem (in reply to bernd)

place it closer to the fret wire that is closer to the bridge (verses back toward the nut). If still not good, pinch it with thumb and index so it secures the strings better.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Oct. 29 2012 18:23:04

bernd

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RE: G7th Capo Problem (in reply to Ricardo)

Hi Ricardo,

thanks, but it doesn´t work. To play comfortable I let the end of the capo bridge look about 5 mm besides the edge of the fretboard (placed near to the fret wire). After tanking my hand off for pressing the capo, it opens a little bit instead of holding the pressure. I´ve also tried different positions within a fret.

At German forum a user has posted 2 fotos using a G7th for acoustic guitar on a classical. His capo does not lift and holds the pressure; see here and scroll down: http://www.fingerpicker.de/forum/viewtopic.php?t=16597
That´s excactly what I expect from the G7th for classic guitar.

Allthough G7th is providing a very well done customer support, I have decided to send the capo back to my supplier. The change is done much faster. and the risk for getting lost during the transport is much easier to handle within Germany.

Thanks for your ideas again.

Salu2
Bernd

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Oct. 30 2012 9:25:48

Ricardo

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RE: G7th Capo Problem (in reply to bernd)

It shouldn't open a little bit it should continue to lock down at any size you pinch it. My friend had that one, and I had to pinch it pretty tight then lock it with the other hand, not letting go. But the thing was too heavy for my taste, I prefer the traditional cejilla, looks cooler too.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Oct. 30 2012 13:36:27

yourwhathurts69

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RE: G7th Capo Problem (in reply to bernd)

Hi Bernd

I tried the G7 once at a music store. I experienced the same problem as you. Since then, I've never been interested in it again. Plus, it was heavier than I was expecting, so there's another reason why I passed.

If you're looking for a one-handed cejilla, you could try the planet waves NS pro. I've experienced a couple issues with it, but it's pretty light and looks nice. Overall, it seems to work fairly well. I think the Shubb would be a good option, too. It has certainly stood the test of time. You could probably buy both for the price of one G7...

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Oct. 31 2012 4:00:21

Ramon Amira

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From: New York City

RE: G7th Capo Problem (in reply to bernd)

Actually, a B7 sounds more interesting than a G7.

Ramon

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Oct. 31 2012 18:33:29