Post by RobertW on Oct 11, 2016 11:09:13 GMT -5
This the Standard version of the capo first reviewed here (so-called Fingerstyle version).
This capo's fingerboard pad has a radius.
The design features an axial spring that slides in a groove to close the capo as pressure is applied to heel. While this is probably the most unique capo design I have seen, that does not mean it is an effective design. It suffers the same limitation as ratchet capos; the amount of pressure it applies is dependant upon hand strength.
If you look at the instructions on back of package, you might notice they want you to close the capo with your THUMB! This would require one to lay guitar on lap or be double jointed. Not quick-change!
This suggestion itself can be interpreted as an acknowledgement that a single finger cannot really apply enough pressure to clamp the capo.
Buzzing occurs on unexpected strings, for example the first time I tried it on my Seagull Amber Trails, the 2ed string buzzed, yes the 2ed string!
It took so long to get the DADGAD tuned Ibanez Artwood Parlour2 buzz-free, I may never remove that capo.. Again, NOT Quick Change
While is easy to get on and off (see video below), it is not so easy to get it buzz free. The time it takes to get it buzz-free makes any time saved by the squeeze to clamp, squeeze to release design moot.
Not recommended.
