Capo - Capodestra

winston · Post by **winston** » Thu Dec 08, 2005 7:28 am

Can anyone recommend a capo that I could use on my 6 and 12 string Rickenbackers?

I need to draw on your experience, since I do not want to damage the finish on the neck.

melibreits · Post by **melibreits** » Thu Dec 08, 2005 9:17 am

I use a Schubb capo on both my 6-and 12-string Rics, as well as on my acoustic. I have never had any problems with it.

winston · Post by **winston** » Thu Dec 08, 2005 9:22 am

Thanks Melissa,

I was just looking at one of those on Musicians Friends website. Have you tried the Dunlop Trigger Flat Capo? They look like they are pretty good also.

ozover50 · Post by **ozover50** » Thu Dec 08, 2005 9:46 am

I use a Kyser KG6B Quick Change and it works fine. There is also the KG12B which is designed for 12 string, but may also be suitable for 6ers.

winston · Post by **winston** » Thu Dec 08, 2005 10:12 am

Interesting Aitch,

Kyser shows one for drop E tuning as well. Hmmm. That did not help me make my mind at all. It seems I would need one of those too.

leftyguitars · Post by **leftyguitars** » Thu Dec 08, 2005 10:16 am

I use a G7th, it is the best that I have ever had for 12 strings. No dead or nipped sharp strings.

winston · Post by **winston** » Thu Dec 08, 2005 10:25 am

Wow,

I quickly looked at their website and Roger McGuinn uses one of those too Peter. They look superb. I wonder if they have one model that works for both 6 an 12 string guitars?

http://www.g7th.com/product-info.htm

red_rob · Post by **red_rob** » Thu Dec 08, 2005 10:26 am

I side with my australian buddy once again: I use a Kyser too.

I've tried about 5 different types in my time and none have been anywhere near as good (or cool lookin)

janglebox · Post by **janglebox** » Thu Dec 08, 2005 10:37 am

I quickly looked at their website and Roger McGuinn uses one of those too Peter. They look superb. I wonder if they have one model that works for both 6 an 12 string guitars?

I have a G7, and I agree with Peter... it's superb. The G7 for 6-strings works great with my 12-string Rics. Not one 'dead spot'. I've never owned as fine a capo, and I highly recommend it.

winston · Post by **winston** » Thu Dec 08, 2005 10:37 am

It's odd but I have been playing guitar for almost 42 years. And aside from an early 1966 foray into using a capo for one song I have not used one since.

Boy has technology on this product changed since then! That's why I thought I should ask here for some advice.

The Kyser does look good I will admit but it seems that I would need at least two of them and possibly a third for drop tuning.

winston · Post by **winston** » Thu Dec 08, 2005 10:40 am

I have to admit Steve that the G7 appears to be a winner in my books.

sloop_john_b · Post by **sloop_john_b** » Thu Dec 08, 2005 10:46 am

I use three Kysers, love 'em.

winston · Post by **winston** » Thu Dec 08, 2005 11:09 am

Thanks John,

They are on my list right now but I am leaning towards the G7. Ideally I would like to find one to try locally but that's going to be a lost cause in our little town.

leftyguitars · Post by **leftyguitars** » Thu Dec 08, 2005 11:59 am

Brian, buy one from their web site, you won't be disappointed. I use a standard one on a Gibson 12 string acoustic and it works perfectly. When I used a Shubb I was messing around for ages between songs trying to get it right, but with the G7th I just nip it on, anywhere on the neck, and perfect results first time and every time. (I should be getting commission from G7th, shouldn't I?)

winston · Post by **winston** » Thu Dec 08, 2005 12:24 pm

Thanks Peter for pointing that out. I have sent off an e-mail asking them who sells them in our part of Canada. That way hopefully, I can get one a bit quicker.