I’ve used a G7th for ages, they’re so comfortable to use and work very well. I’ve recently got myself a Glider Capo (must be the genuine one), it’s a roller mechanism that rolls up and down the neck using your thumb, works amazingly well!
@@jobywaterguitartuition it’s a useful tool if you want to change key without putting it out of tune. I use mine to avoid having to play barré chords in a place they don’t ring out as well as they should. I get pain in my hands at times that makes a good barré very difficult.
I haven't owned them all but I've had a wide variety over the the past 50 years. Starting with stretch band, bar capos, then moving to Dunlop strap capos with a plastic handle that connects into one of five slots, then cams over to lock in place. I have 40-year-old Kysers, Roller-capos and a Third Hand capo. I have Trigger capos, a G7 and a D'Addario and two beautiful Thalia capos. Of all these fine tools, the D'Addario is hands down the best. It resembles a trigger crossed with a G7, but it has a knurled knob to dial in pressure rather than rely on springs which are generally more powerful than necessary. It has finesse and plenty of gripping strength when dialed in. A few turns and it can be removed or replaced in another position with one hand. As someone else mentioned, if you use a Kyser or Trigger capo a lot you can cause extensive wear on your frets pretty easily. I worked with an artist over 20 years ago who told me he had to get a refret on his main guitar for that reason. Two or three frets were prematurely worn from placing his Kyser. That will never happen with the D'Addario. I find the G7th and Thalia capos extremely heavy. They're both solidly built, but it's uncomfortable for me. Feels like this headstock is trying to take a dive. The Thalia, in particular, puts all the weight on my left shoulder. I'll probably never get rid of the others but the D'Addario will likely remain my favorite. (A little ironic as I found this capo on the ground while loading out an outdoor stage. One of the free capos wins!)
G7th are great to deal with. I had a Heritage go missing in transit, told them, and they sent another, no questions asked. Of course, the original arrived a month later, told them, they weren't concerned but said if I sold it a donation to charity would be appreciated. I did, and did.
I know four people who had the g7 and none use it any more. They went bqck to triggers. Why? The g7 was not reliable, not sure why vut it seems like the clip that holds it wears so it starts jumping off. I have 30yr old shubbs that are still being used. About 6yrs ago I bought a Taylor stirrup capo which has been ace. You can adjust the pressure very finely. Triggers can be a pain if used on electrics or light stringed instruments as you often have to retune. With shubbs and the Taylor capo you control the pressure so no retunes.
Nice one. Thanks for sharing. I’ve not used a Shubb before but know a few who do. I’ve owned triggers since forever and they are workhorses but also no subtlety. I’ve often had tuning issues with them. I noticed the Taylor stirrup capos recently. It’s a definite bonus being able to fine tune! I’m loving the G7th and interested to see how it works with me overtime 🎸😊
Nice guitar Miss . Looks like the same one I have . I have a 214 ce koa . I can't get the G7 to work on my Taylor . I may have purchashed the wrong model . I have a Dunlop capo that works super good for me here .
I got a G7th capo after seeing Bryan Adams use one live - reckoned if it was good enough for him, it would be good enough for me! That was a while ago - cost £20. Very easy to use 👍
Oh wow that soon! Shame. I know they’ve done some tweaks but I’ll see how I go with this. They have lifetime warranty that was advertised on the box, I’m not sure how long they’ve been doing that to be fair. You have to register it on their site. It sounds great if they hold up to it. Obvs I have no experience of this but the company seem to be really behind the quality so you’d hope that would go smoothly 😊 x
They will put too much pressure on the strings against the frets. You’ll have to get a fret job prematurely. At least unlike the spring loaded capot you can adjust the amount of pressure you apply.
I really like the ability to vary the pressure of the G7th. I notice it and the tone is much cleaner for me. It doesn’t seem to be adding additional pressure onto the strings though? I would say the trigger seems to put more pressure on them but I have no way to quantify that. Do you have experience of one causing premature fret wear? I’m genuinely interested to know
This one has a set of metal cams under the rubber pad. Those shift and distribute pressure evenly. I think there is a small spring in the circular part, so when you clamp it down you just squeeze it and lock it in place. So I think the idea is that you get the even pressure as if a finger was barring the fret.
40 Euro on the continent. But I already have two Shubb which I love. Last purchase was a Flamenco guitar half a year ago, my most expensive guitar by far. Before that I bought a Trio+ which I haven't used a lot up to now. I don't know, I am lazy and the constant fiddling with gear and cables just bugs me. I grab my classical or Western guitars and just play.
@@jobywaterguitartuition No, not yet, I am about to set up a little "studio" in my spare room first where everything is wired up and firmly installed so I just need to switch stuff on when I want to play. The Trio needs some time to get used to.
😂 They can be tricky! The handling of this one I found really smooth. Because it’s smooth there’s not a lot to grip though when you’re taking it off/on but apparently you can leave it behind the nut on the headstock. Let me know how it goes if you get one 👍🎸
Good question. On this occasion not gifted or given. I bought this out of curiosity for my own kit 👍 I’ve had a few emails about reviewing other products but haven’t been asked by anyone to review anything I would genuinely be interested in yet 😊🎸
Sorry - I bought one, and I am not impressed at all. The ART system is really stiff, so it doesn't deform to the string profile very well unless you apply a considerable amount of pressure. If you squeeze it with your fingers you can see the pressure needed to fully reform the profile - it's way too much! I expected it to be quite easy to deform - it isn't. I have a Lowden with a 16" profile. I'm finding 50% of the time when applying the capo I have to apply more pressure because the high and low E strings aren't getting held down properly and buzz. That's not great because I have to start playing to find out if the capo is doing its job. I never have this problem with a correct radius Shubb - I can tell immediately if it's applied correctly before playing, and can set the tension perfectly and set and remove it easily without affecting that tension. In summary - is it worth twice the cost of a Shubb? Absolutely no way!
Cheers for sharing your experience of this, much appreciated. I’d assume by this you stick to using the Chubb? Or are there other capos you’ve found work well with your guitar?
@jobywaterguitartuition you are correct 75 seen many capos come and go, and music shops come and go. life is truly temporary, unfortunately it takes a lifetime to realise and understand it.
Have you bought any new gear recently? What is it?
G7th Performance 3 Capo amzn.to/3C5peIU
Thank you Jo🙏
Very intriguing Capo!
I enjoyed your review, you always explain things so well😊🎸
You're welcome! Yes, lovely thing that capo. Thank you ☺️
I’ve used a G7th for ages, they’re so comfortable to use and work very well. I’ve recently got myself a Glider Capo (must be the genuine one), it’s a roller mechanism that rolls up and down the neck using your thumb, works amazingly well!
nice! Just had a look at those. You like it?
@@jobywaterguitartuition it’s a useful tool if you want to change key without putting it out of tune. I use mine to avoid having to play barré chords in a place they don’t ring out as well as they should. I get pain in my hands at times that makes a good barré very difficult.
@DarrellW_UK great, sounds ideal then. An easy move capo is the way forward! 👌😊
Thanks! :)
I have one. They’re great!
Handy hint…you can secure the capo from below and capo the ADGBE strings at the second fret for instant “Drop D” tuning.
Ah nice! Going to have a play with that. Cheers. Defo can’t do that with my trigger capo 👍
Glad you like it!
I haven't owned them all but I've had a wide variety over the the past 50 years. Starting with stretch band, bar capos, then moving to Dunlop strap capos with a plastic handle that connects into one of five slots, then cams over to lock in place. I have 40-year-old Kysers, Roller-capos and a Third Hand capo. I have Trigger capos, a G7 and a D'Addario and two beautiful Thalia capos.
Of all these fine tools, the D'Addario is hands down the best. It resembles a trigger crossed with a G7, but it has a knurled knob to dial in pressure rather than rely on springs which are generally more powerful than necessary. It has finesse and plenty of gripping strength when dialed in. A few turns and it can be removed or replaced in another position with one hand.
As someone else mentioned, if you use a Kyser or Trigger capo a lot you can cause extensive wear on your frets pretty easily. I worked with an artist over 20 years ago who told me he had to get a refret on his main guitar for that reason. Two or three frets were prematurely worn from placing his Kyser. That will never happen with the D'Addario.
I find the G7th and Thalia capos extremely heavy. They're both solidly built, but it's uncomfortable for me. Feels like this headstock is trying to take a dive. The Thalia, in particular, puts all the weight on my left shoulder.
I'll probably never get rid of the others but the D'Addario will likely remain my favorite. (A little ironic as I found this capo on the ground while loading out an outdoor stage. One of the free capos wins!)
I’ve had one of these for a few years. Highly recommended.
Cheers 👍 loving mine so far!
Glad you like it! Tommy G7th
I have two. One for a curved freboard, and one for a flat, and I'm very satisfied with them both.
Great to hear it 👍
G7th are great to deal with. I had a Heritage go missing in transit, told them, and they sent another, no questions asked.
Of course, the original arrived a month later, told them, they weren't concerned but said if I sold it a donation to charity would be appreciated. I did, and did.
That’s really cool. I like a good story like that 🎸😊
Thanks for doing that Steve - glad we got you sorted! Tommy G7th :)
Cheers Tommy 😊
I know four people who had the g7 and none use it any more. They went bqck to triggers. Why? The g7 was not reliable, not sure why vut it seems like the clip that holds it wears so it starts jumping off.
I have 30yr old shubbs that are still being used. About 6yrs ago I bought a Taylor stirrup capo which has been ace. You can adjust the pressure very finely. Triggers can be a pain if used on electrics or light stringed instruments as you often have to retune. With shubbs and the Taylor capo you control the pressure so no retunes.
Nice one. Thanks for sharing.
I’ve not used a Shubb before but know a few who do. I’ve owned triggers since forever and they are workhorses but also no subtlety. I’ve often had tuning issues with them.
I noticed the Taylor stirrup capos recently. It’s a definite bonus being able to fine tune!
I’m loving the G7th and interested to see how it works with me overtime 🎸😊
Nice guitar Miss . Looks like the same one I have . I have a 214 ce koa . I can't get the G7 to work on my Taylor . I may have purchashed the wrong model . I have a Dunlop capo that works super good for me here .
Ah nice. Great guitar!
My G7th works fine on the Taylor. I bought the steel string capo. No issues. Still love my Dunlop though 😊👍
I got a G7th capo after seeing Bryan Adams use one live - reckoned if it was good enough for him, it would be good enough for me! That was a while ago - cost £20. Very easy to use 👍
Nice! I would take that as a recommendation 👍😃
The best capo I have used is the Shubb S2 and this G7th Art 👍🏻
Nice! Never used a Shubb S2. Thanks for the heads up!
I’ve had a couple & after a couple of years they lost their tension….😫 but I didn’t know they have a lifetime warranty!! Xx
Oh wow that soon! Shame. I know they’ve done some tweaks but I’ll see how I go with this. They have lifetime warranty that was advertised on the box, I’m not sure how long they’ve been doing that to be fair. You have to register it on their site. It sounds great if they hold up to it. Obvs I have no experience of this but the company seem to be really behind the quality so you’d hope that would go smoothly 😊 x
@@jobywaterguitartuition good luck & yes get it registered 🙏🏽🎵💜 xx
Just spoke to my partner & he said it was about 5 years before the tension went…🥴
@JuniperCo cheers 😊
Still not good at 5 years! Will see how this goes 👍
I can heartily recommend the D'addario PW-CP-02 capo, I have the banjo version and am definitely treating myself to the guitar version next
Hey Andy! awesome. They look decent. I like the compactness. Must be good if you're buying another one 👍
How ya Jo very interesting video I have a G7TH C21042 at least that's what it says on the box 👈 nice bit of Kit.24 Euro's Love The Videos BIG 👍®️
ah great! you have the Nashville one. how do you like it? They caught my eye too. slick. Cheers 👍
@@jobywaterguitartuitionwhat got me was the strength you can also use it as a finger exerciser as well 👈 Oh & Happy Halloween 👻 🎃 Jo 👍®️
@rob55mn93 😂 dual purpose. Excellent 👌 Happy Halloween 🎃
They will put too much pressure on the strings against the frets. You’ll have to get a fret job prematurely. At least unlike the spring loaded capot you can adjust the amount of pressure you apply.
I really like the ability to vary the pressure of the G7th. I notice it and the tone is much cleaner for me.
It doesn’t seem to be adding additional pressure onto the strings though? I would say the trigger seems to put more pressure on them but I have no way to quantify that.
Do you have experience of one causing premature fret wear? I’m genuinely interested to know
This one has a set of metal cams under the rubber pad. Those shift and distribute pressure evenly. I think there is a small spring in the circular part, so when you clamp it down you just squeeze it and lock it in place. So I think the idea is that you get the even pressure as if a finger was barring the fret.
Thalia every time.
They look quality 👍
40 Euro on the continent. But I already have two Shubb which I love.
Last purchase was a Flamenco guitar half a year ago, my most expensive guitar by far. Before that I bought a Trio+ which I haven't used a lot up to now. I don't know, I am lazy and the constant fiddling with gear and cables just bugs me. I grab my classical or Western guitars and just play.
awesome. How are you getting on with the Trio+? do you use it much?
@@jobywaterguitartuition No, not yet, I am about to set up a little "studio" in my spare room first where everything is wired up and firmly installed so I just need to switch stuff on when I want to play. The Trio needs some time to get used to.
@TheHesseJames defo. Great. I was just having a look at it before. It has a lot going on!
Looks to be $55 to around $70ish American dollars which I might decide to get because the kapo that I have laughs at my arthritis haha 😅
😂 They can be tricky!
The handling of this one I found really smooth. Because it’s smooth there’s not a lot to grip though when you’re taking it off/on but apparently you can leave it behind the nut on the headstock. Let me know how it goes if you get one 👍🎸
@jobywaterguitartuition I will I have a shopping list to order from Amazon right now so I'll add one to it.
@anthonyj.lobreto5544 😃 an ever growing list no doubt 👍🎸
Was the capo gifted for a review, or did you pay for it outta your own money?
Good question. On this occasion not gifted or given. I bought this out of curiosity for my own kit 👍
I’ve had a few emails about reviewing other products but haven’t been asked by anyone to review anything I would genuinely be interested in yet 😊🎸
Very much not gifted - full credit goes to Jo here! :)
Thank you! Very much enjoying my new toy 👌🎸😊
Sorry - I bought one, and I am not impressed at all. The ART system is really stiff, so it doesn't deform to the string profile very well unless you apply a considerable amount of pressure. If you squeeze it with your fingers you can see the pressure needed to fully reform the profile - it's way too much! I expected it to be quite easy to deform - it isn't. I have a Lowden with a 16" profile. I'm finding 50% of the time when applying the capo I have to apply more pressure because the high and low E strings aren't getting held down properly and buzz. That's not great because I have to start playing to find out if the capo is doing its job. I never have this problem with a correct radius Shubb - I can tell immediately if it's applied correctly before playing, and can set the tension perfectly and set and remove it easily without affecting that tension.
In summary - is it worth twice the cost of a Shubb? Absolutely no way!
Cheers for sharing your experience of this, much appreciated. I’d assume by this you stick to using the Chubb? Or are there other capos you’ve found work well with your guitar?
Bought them for my six and 12 string guitars. Both useless.
Oh dear! Why are they useless?
@@jobywaterguitartuition neither of them tighten sufficiently.
@alankennedy5842 oh dear! what do you use instead?
@@jobywaterguitartuition sorry, but I can't remember the makes. They all work.
i must have bought a dud hate the feckin thing my shrubb is far better.
Cheers for sharing. Love mine but I hear not everyone feels the same 👍🎸
£40 not a chance, sorry, lifetime warranty is meaningless when the firm goes bankrupt
Absolutely agree, hopefully it won’t come to that 👍
We've been going to 20 years strong, so not sure that'll be a huge worry - but thanks for the comment and opinion :)
@@jobywaterguitartuition We're all good, don't worry :)
I got the impression you’d been around a while 😉 thanks for joining in on the comments. Much appreciated 👍
@jobywaterguitartuition you are correct 75 seen many capos come and go, and music shops come and go. life is truly temporary, unfortunately it takes a lifetime to realise and understand it.