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13 of 13 found the following review helpful:
 My favorite capoFeb 20, 2009
By The Thinker
I have tried several capos, including some that are more expensive than the Shubb capo. This one is my favorite. It does not get in the way of my left hand when I am playing the instrument, like some other capos do. It is easy to use, and it is easily adjustable to provide the desired amount of pressure on the strings. It is easily positioned so that the guitar is not thrown out of tune when the capo clamps down. The only disadvantage is that you must use two hands to position it. For me, this is no problem, but it is less convenient than the Kayser capo, which works like a spring-loaded clothespin, and which some people seem to quickly reposition using one hand. I found that the Kayser capo got in the way of my left hand, and my hand is not strong enough to easily work it with one hand. In addition, the Kayser capo levers that you squeeze seem awkwardly shaped. I guess they put that little curly cue in the handle to make it look cute, but for me it is simply awkward.
Shubb makes different models of capos. Get the one with the little roller wheel on it. It will last you for many years, so don't worry about the price.
This capo added a whole new dimension to my playing because for the first time I had a capo that functioned extremely well, extremely reliably, unobtrusively, and easily. I now use a capo much of the time when I am playing acoustic guitar. And I now enjoy acoustic guitar so much that I rarely play electric guitar any more, but I suspect that this capo would also add a new dimension to my electric playing as well.
8 of 8 found the following review helpful:
Shubb Capo - Still the best after 25 yearsMay 31, 2010
By Fred Bourgeois
"fjb3"
I bought my first Shubb capo almost 25 years ago, and although the metal arm shows some wear from repeated use it still works perfectly. Because I play a number of different guitars I now keep a Shubb capo in each case (along with other basic guitar supplies). When I added these additional capos I purchased "Shubb Deluxe" models for each guitar.
As for the reviewers who've noted problems with intonation, any guitarist worth his salt knows that you must as carefully place a capo on the strings as you place your finger on the fretboard. The Shubb Deluxe is the best at applying _equal_ pressure to all the strings across the fretboard, creating what is essentially a second nut. Mechanically you are shortening the overall effective string length which also effects the range of usable intonation, and more significantly effects the timbre of the string/instrument. Be sure to _carefully_ place the capo over the strings, making sure that the capo is near-perfectly parallel with and immediately behind the fret bar. The closer the capo is placed to the fret bar the less pressure is required to keep the strings in firm contact and the truer the intonation. This is the same principle you [should] use when fingering a string. "Less [pressure] is more [better intonation]."
I'm still pleased with my original Shubb, but the Deluxe is superior in every respect -- especially intonation -- and this is the only capo I will use on my Traugott guitars.
-fjb3
5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
Fine capo.Dec 15, 2009
By Jaymis
I have this capo as well as the Shubb C-1. Both are fine. I question if the roller design is at all necessary, however both styles work great.
In response to another reviewer, which complained about the adjustment procedure (which takes only a few seconds). Am I alone or is it the "tune" of the guitar that is most important issue when changing capo position? When using a capo further up the neck, why would anyone assume that spring pressure is equal? I've used Both types for years and nothing comes close. Very little weight, small and simple, fits easily in your pocket and adjustable for all types of music, using just the right amount of pressure to where you capo. The more you use it the more automatic it becomes to adjust. It is never in the way, and does not ever become an obstruction when playing (like a roller capo). Then again, there are those that probably never even notice if the additional pressure of a spring type capo is pulling their strings out a bit (which if you aren't tone deaf you'll need to retune). Grant you, there are capos that claim to be more automatic in process, but at a cost of adding additional weight to your axe, thus changing your neck weight, which affects specific guitar tonality. This thing is small, light and works (and no I don't work for Shubb, but they should pay me for this). :)
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
The best capo available!Aug 07, 2010
By Mauro H. P. Marques
"Mauro Pavanelli (Samuel)"
I play guitar for long time and I have tried many capos, this one is my favorite. It does not get in the way of your hand when you're playing. Very simple to use, and easily adjustable to provide the exact amount of pressure you need without changing the string pich. It's much better then any spring-loaded capos. Shubb makes different models of capos but this one is the best becouse it's made of stainless steel and got a roller wheel that will last forever. Get it you will love it!
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
 Solid CapoMay 11, 2010
By T. Richmond
I picked this capo on the recommendation of my brother (who picked it up from our uncle). Very solid, and holds as tight as you want it to thanks to the screw adjustment (instead of relying on springs). It takes longer to put on than a spring loaded capo like a Keiser, but I find that this one doesn't tend to pull the strings out of tune as much as the spring loaded capos do.
Now, you cannot store this on your headstock when playing, so if you are on stage and need to add/remove the capo quickly, this will have to go in a pocket. I am very happy with this capo and am glad I spent the extra money for the 'deluxe', but I will probably add a Keiser in to the collection for quicker changes.
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