Anders Eliasson -> RE: Cejilla or Capo - Poll (Feb. 28 2007 7:28:20)
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Can you explain? Over the years I´ve seen quite a few guitars with marks from Dunlop style capos because the strap which is quite roughly wowen kind of "rasps" the neck finish when you tighten the capo. The Dunlop has many advantages. Its cheap, its small and the lever doesn´t come in the way. Disadvantages. Makes holes in the pocket of your trousers[:(], looks ... ....well, and IMHO its the one giving most tuning problems, because the whole construction twists the strings when you lock it and also because it puts a lot of pression on the strings. Capos dont need to be locked with a lot of pressure in order to funcion. shubbs: pro: very sturdy. lasts forever. makes no damage on guitar and makes a very subttle pressure on the strings if adjusted well. contras: big, heavy and needs adjustment when moved if your guitar neck does not have the same thickness all the way. Trad. Capo: Pro: light, beautifull (handmade) and adjusts the pressure very well. IMO, its the best for tuning because you can adjust the capo lightly, tune and then tighten it a bit more. This gives the strings the posibility to move underneath the capo while tuning. Contras: The string might snap (only if you misuse it by tightening it to much!!!!!) The peg might be in its way on most designs (not ykabban´s) The peg/hole must be well fitted in order to work well. these are just my thoughts....[;)]
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