You might be confused by all this talk of fretboard radiuses, but you needn't be. Radius refers to the curvature of this vital part of your guitar. Some guitars (like certain vintage Fenders) feature rounded boards, whereas others are near flat. While each has its own benefits, suffice it to say that different fretboard designs represent a compromise in capo design.

The G7th Performance 3 Steel String Capo is at the pinnacle of capo technology. Loss of tuning stability is one of the biggest issues plaguing standard capos, but this high-tech model seems to have solved that problem. Always take a capo off your guitar before putting it away to avoid damage. Because they use pressure to clamp down on the fretboard and keep the strings pressed down, they can damage the fretboard and reduce the life of your strings.

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The style aside, the Clik guitar capo features a traditional pad that appears to do a good job of applying even tension to the strings. You may adjust the tension via the knob at the bottom, achieving buzz-free sound and secure clamping.

Not only was tuning perfect, but there was no fret buzz, something that is typically caused by insufficient pressure on the strings.With the Standard C series of capos, Shubb has integrated many features previously only available in the S model. Deluxe spec at the standard price, then. Bargain! A capo of svelte design, its diminutive frame shouldn’t inhibit your playing around the clamped fret either. If you have several guitars that have different fingerboard shapes, then I strongly recommend getting a capo with an adjustable design. This will allow you to use the same capo on any guitar, regardless of its fingerboard radius. Another option is to get a capo with interchangeable capo bars or feet. You can remove the bar and snap a new one to accommodate your guitar’s fingerboard radius. Planet Waves NS Artist .Trigger-style capo with adjustable tension – the best of both worlds. Variation of the NS model with added flexibility.