• No surprises - excellent performance

  
  As reviewed by Zachary Klein on 2/16/2012

  Like many new players, I didn't usually put much though into my capo choice - it was mostly a matter of what was cheap and convenient. As my playing and my ear developed, I began to be more sensitive to intonation issues with my guitars, and I found this to be a much bigger problem when using an inexpensive "quick" capo. I've tried G7th before, my first purchase being the "Nashville" model, which is basically little more than a typical "quick" capo with G7th's styling and color scheme. Looked cool, but did nothing to improve my sound. As I learned more about the advantages of an adjustable capo, I decided to give the Newport a try. I'm glad that I did. To be fair, this capo isn't a miracle worker. It isn't quite as convenient to remove and replace as a "quick change" capo, and if you don't take time to adjust it for your guitar, it's likely going to have the same downsides as a non-adjustable capo. But it's easy to use right - after some experimenting, I've gotten it adjusted to apply just the right amount of pressure (tip: start with it wide open, and adjust the tension incrementally until the strings ring clear), and the sound is perfectly resonate. No damping, no detuning. It stays out of the way, does it's job, and it's pretty darn easy to move around or remove, while still retaining it's tension. Not much else to say - I haven't tried too many capos above $25, so I'm not certain I can say this is "the best", but it's a great bit of kit, and I highly recommend it.

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• Great Cap

  
  As reviewed by Matt Boiseau on 1/26/2012

  I had been using any capo I had laying, but then I was introduced to G7th Newport. Let me tell you, it is invaluable to have a capo in my possession now that doesn't detune any of my strings when I put it on the neck. It's great buy if you use capos on any kind of regular basis, and especially if you play in front of live audiences. Makes for quick changes.

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