Best Capo? Capo Review Shubb vs G7th Performance 3 : gear review : guitar lesson

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Here is an 1 year update. What do I think about the G7 after using it for a year? kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXbMp6iLirJ8a5o

[@devonbiker]

First time using the G7th Art capo this morning after 25 years of using the Shubb capo on my 6th String Takamine. Well I was impressed. In terms of how well it works as a capo the G7th is no different than the Shubb - it’s does the job well. Where the G7th Art capo shines is it’s one handed operation without constant adjustment. Playing at church switching capo positions fast between songs works really well. I’m glad I bought the G7th Art capo now.

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Glad to hear it's going well!

[@8MinuteAxe]

I have a capo stuck on my face. Any suggestions on how to remove it?

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Oh dear. Have you sought out guitar-mergency treatment? Available via Guitar Doctor sites worldwide. PS what kind of kinky action were you getting into? I'm glad you only tried to put it on your face.

[@nicw1826]

I've been playing guitar since 1968 and own 70+ stringed fretted instruments.I put my capos on from the top.Who wants to fumble/drop a capo onstage?.I don't like the big unwieldy spring capos.They don't store in case compartments well,resemble tools of the trade for the Spanish Inquisition,and press down hard causing tuning issues.I've recently acquired 2 partial capos.One simulates dropped D(leaving string 6 to ring),the other being a 3 central strings 'cut' capo.Me and Shubb capos go back a very long way on six-string,twelve-string,banjo(I dislike their 5th-string product)and dobro.My conventional Shubb(now with the more modern wheel clamp)and G7 are more or less interchangeable...UP TO A CERTAIN FRET POINT!!.The G7 has no inclination to flip off mid-song up where the neck gets thicker.The only Shubb 5-string guitar capo simulating dropped D comes with the older style of capped screw--and SHARES THAT PROBLEM WITH ITS 6-STRING SIBLING.I intend to buy the G7.Don't know if the wheel mechanism Shubb 'cut' capo will behave in the same way where the neck thickens up.Re strings I used to sell by mail every variety known to man.I have used for a long time now round-cored(tighten up to pitch before snipping off excess)Thomastik Spectrum Bronze SB111 on my 6-strings.Their products for other stringed fretted instruments I personally find weird gauge-wise.D'Addario Phosphor Bronze will suffice for everything else.Ok not the obliging company they once were(they'd make the guy in the street custom-gauged strings) but D'Addario invented Phosphor Bronze (thicker)wrap wire encasing thinner core wire(producing greater ductility)making them different to the competition.

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Thanks for the info Nic. I agree that the Shubb and G7 are interchangeable. I actually think now I've had the G7 a while that I'm happier with the Shubb.... there you go. Always good to try things though! Thanks for watching. All the best Simon

[@nicw1826]

Should've made it clearer Simon.I like the G7 but find their less expensive Newport better.Some makes now manufacture a Paige(among others)cradle-style capo(perhaps a larger company has bought the patent?).I thought the Paige was good if costly years ago but now be prepared to add £90 onto what you'd pay for the standard competition we've discussed.Maybe the standard G7 is mentally harder re figuring out how it can possibly function as well as it does?.😛.

[@ANA-hg4qz]

Thank you so much, and the song selection you played made my day:) Thanks you

[@SimonMorelguitar]

My pleasure 😊 thanks! Do subscribe and click the bell for a notification when they are published. All the best, Simon

[@thetransformationalbabyboomer]

Hi Simon thanks for the video. Do you know if Shubb or G7th fits the Taylor GS Mini?

[@SimonMorelguitar]

@@thetransformationalbabyboomer I would say they both would fit that guitar. Make sure you get the ones designed for steel string acoustic, as they also make them for nylon string guitars. Cheers Simon

[@thetransformationalbabyboomer]

@@SimonMorelguitar thanks for info. Much appreciated.

[@SimonMorelguitar]

@@thetransformationalbabyboomer Pleasure, all the best.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Closing in on 5k! More capo videos please!

[@SimonMorelguitar]

2 not enough?

[@acceleratorstudio4201]

Hate spring capos, springs are too strong and they dont compensate as you go up the neck where the thickness changes - the worst ones are Dunlop and Kyser. Garbage, bad design, always have to retune. Best buy for me was an Alice, cost 2.50 from China. Better than any, and I've used many over the 45 years I've been playing.

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hey there, thanks for watching - agree with you on the spring capos. Interesting that you found the cheapest to be the best! All the best, Simon

[@paulsmart5199]

Cant beat G7th. The best capos I've used and the warranty and service is unbeatable.

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hey Paul, thanks for the message. A little while in to using it and I'm still a bit on the fence to be honest. It's totally fine - but I thought it would be better you know? I've actually reverted to the shubb mostly. I find that it grabs the strings well and tuning stability is great. Thanks for watching! All the best Simon

[@Glicksman1]

Top down capos put more pressure on the low strings which need it more. I use and like the G7th capo. I rarely if ever have to retune when I put it on.

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hi there, thanks for the comment. Great to hear you are loving the G7 capo. All the best, Simon

[@genebrenner855]

Pretty amazing that most capo reviews don't address the main issue on capos besides just keeping it in tune up the neck. And that's where to put it when your not using it. Do you park it in your ear. Do you stand up and shove it in your pocket? Co you put it in your shirt pocket when you have a shirt without a pocket? And so on. I think the G7 can be parked on the nut or the headstock without readjustment although you'd never know that by this review. I don't use the clunky Shubb because this is a two handed affair and and can easily fall on the floor just taking it off. By the time I get this in position and latch it in, the audience has gone home. The Keyser style capos do a reasonable job (especially the new lower tension one and it can spring on to the headstock. But wow, what a high profile that can easily get in the way of certain hand positions. But it's what I'm using now. I'll consider the new G7 art 3 if I'm sure it will be the last one. I certainly don't need another to add to my seldom used collection.

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hey Gene, yeah I know a lot of people put the clip styles on the headstock. I've never ever done that. I've always just gone the pocket when gigging, I've never found it a problem. Or music stand if it's that kind of gig. Thanks for watching, sorry I didn't consider that. Like I said, it's nothing I've ever done.

[@RobertoCichetti]

i have the G7TH AND YOU REALLY NEED TO SQUEEZE IT HARD FOR IT NOT TO BUZZ, IM GOING TO TRY THE SHUBB NEXT

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hey there, thanks for watching! I take your point, but if you squeeze too hard you will put the guitar out of tune. Putting the g7 on and then having to retune anyway kind of negates the point of the expensive capo right? Shubb is still the best for me. All the best Simon

[@michael_caz_nyc]

I've had the G7th for about 5 years and I absolutely love it. I tried the Kyser and it was a Nightmare. The Shubb looks nice-too . . . but I'm sticking with my G7. oNe LovE from NYC

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hey Michael, nice to hear from you again. The g7 is pretty good for sure, but I've reverted back to the shubb - old habits die hard. Thanks for watching - all the best Simon

[@gabrielmartin6429]

I recently got the G7 and I don’t know if I got unlucky but I have ringing on my b and d string on my Taylor guitar. Also the capo unlatching mechanism buzzes when I play. I will be reverting back to my other capo and getting a refund on this one. Might have to try the Shubb next!

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Thanks for the comment - love these real world gear experiences. It's been a couple of months since I bought mine. I think I'm due to record a follow up video on my experiences. All in all I don't really feel the price is warranted, the Shubb does a fine job. And how fast do you really need to change capo positions? (Unless you are Tommy Emmanuel!) - thanks for watching, please subscribe for regular gear and lesson videos - all the best Simon

[@gabrielmartin6429]

Simon Morel Hey Simon, Thanks for replying! I don’t need to change capo positions fast as I only keep it on to play certain songs and none of them require me to change mid song so once it’s on I’m all set! This is why I am very interested in the Shubb so I think that will be what I’m getting! (I already ordered) I have high hopes for this and I will reply with a follow up update when it arrives to let you know how it is! Thanks!

[@gabrielmartin6429]

Simon Morel hey sorry about not replying for a long time! I forgot that I was due to give an update, I have gotten my shubb capo about two weeks ago and it works like a charm! I am very happy with my purchase! Thanks again!

[@SimonMorelguitar]

@@gabrielmartin6429 Great to hear! All the best Simon

[@jamescoughlan8193]

First of all check it on another guitar to make certain it's an issue with the capo if it is then they come with a life guarantee so return it and get a replacement or refund. I'm surprised you had an issue with g7 that's the first time I've heard of a bad one

[@thetransformationalbabyboomer]

Simon does the G7th come with a lifetime warranty?.

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Here's what I found on the net - www.g7th.com/free-lifetime-warranty

[@thetransformationalbabyboomer]

@@SimonMorelguitar thanks heaps.

[@thetransformationalbabyboomer]

@@SimonMorelguitar tried to place order for the Capo but not able to as delivery is not available for Malaysia

[@SimonMorelguitar]

@@thetransformationalbabyboomer Sorry to hear that - are there no stores carrying capos in Malaysia?

[@thetransformationalbabyboomer]

@@SimonMorelguitar yes there are.

[@jamescoughlan8193]

Have g7th capos they are great, expensive but worth it, also love the elixer phosphor bronce strings also expensive but great. G7th also do a fantastic 12 string capo.

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hey James, glad to hear from a G7 fan! I've got a mate of mine who is a keen 12 stringer - check out his channel kzbin.info/door/zfCFS-vCB0h_QlMZlF9mSQ - a bunch of cool 12 string videos on there. Thanks for watching and sub here for 2 videos every week. All the best Simon

[@jamescoughlan8193]

@@SimonMorelguitar ty ill have a look when I have a chance ty simon

[@SimonMorelguitar]

@@jamescoughlan8193 Cool. All the best

[@younggloveskarate5556]

Hi I brought a G7 as it looked cool being able to put it on quickly and it does work well. One word of caution however after 12 months of playing it on my Martin D18 it has marked the neck on the back. Obviously could be me putting it on wrongly I guess, but I've just brought another Shubb and will be using that from now on.

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hey there, this is interesting. Sorry to hear it's marked the guitar. Did you leave it on over an extended period? I don't think it is because you put it on incorrectly. Either way, I think the shubb's better value and works just as well. Thanks for watching the video. All the best, Simon

[@younggloveskarate5556]

@@SimonMorelguitar hi no I take it off each time as I'm very careful with my guitar. It was my 40th birthday present after wanting one for years. To be fair its only a very small scratch and doesn't alter the guitar in any way. However thats not the point, over time I think it certainly would. The mark is just around from the strings so almost on the top. The capo doesn't offer much cushion in the corners I've noticed. Thankfully I've spotted it and my Shubb is coming soon. Thanks for all your support, you are doing a great job 👍

[@SimonMorelguitar]

@@younggloveskarate5556 Oh no, that's no good. Glad you like the videos. All the best Simon

[@MrToby9898]

Hi! Nice video, does anyone know if these capos will fit the wider neck of a classical guitar? My last capo (unfortunately lost now) was a kyser classical guitar capo and I’m a bit worried if I buy one of these they will be too small for the neck?

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hey there, I'm doubtful this will fit a classical style guitar, this one will though www.g7th.com/performance-2-classical-silver - sub for regular video. Cheers Simon #notsponsored

[@knightcloud2k]

I bought the G and it's by far the best I have ever owned.I have played bluegrass music since i was a child and used a pencil with rubber bands on a Kay arch top with a string height of 1/4 inch lol so I have used kyser, Paige Schubb, planet wave and every other gimmick that came down the pike, but nothing stopped the buzz except the G7th art.

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Awesome! Love the story - I used to do that with a pencil too! Don't get me started on tuning forks... 😂

[@brendansapp1426]

I got the g7th simply because I use 3 guitars in my shows and I don’t want to have to continue changing the screw on the shubb to fit each guitar. And kysers are just not good enough. Really excited for it to come in

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hey Brendan, thanks for watching. Good luck with the shows and the new capo. There are heaps more easy to follow lessons and gear videos on my channel (600+) and two new ones every week, so subscribe and click the bell for a notification when they are published. All the best, Simon ps if you'd like to get charts, extra lessons and even more guitar content you can get that at patreon.com/simonmorel

[@PemaWangchuk12]

The G7th doesn't feel obtrusive which is a significant factor too. As things stand it's seemingly ahead of the Shubb as my mainstay, until and unless I manage to snag one of those fabled and elusive Liberty Flips.

[@bluesnaggletooth1660]

The package says “steel string” . Can it be used on nylon classic guitar?

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hey BLUE SNAGGLETOOTH, they also make one espeicailly for nylon string guitars. Have a google and you'll find it. I hope that the video helped. There are heaps more easy to follow lessons on my channel (500+) and a new one every Saturday, so subscribe and click the bell for a notification when they are published. All the best, Simon

[@SimonMorelguitar]

I just scrolled in the comments here and found I've already googled for someone else! www.g7th.com/performance-2-classical-silver #notsponsored

[@bluesnaggletooth1660]

@@SimonMorelguitar thank you so much

[@SimonMorelguitar]

You're very welcome.

[@STRUMMERBOY1975]

Hi Good Video !! :) Well, recently purchased the Shubb Deluxe S1..Annnd i don't like it... I find that it is a good design idea ...but it is not a precise design... as it is built unevenly where as the clamp design is off center of the guitar neck when clamped.. and the top part that sits on the frets falls off square to.the fretboard which caused the bass side strings to shift and go sharp when capo is clamped. Also it seems the shubb company could have made the top metal and rubber part a little longer so as not need to say on packaging....."Fits Most Guitars"... I don't intend to go through all the bother of returning it to Amazon... I am.gonna try and re-shape it so that is clamps down square to the neck and strings... the way it should have been before it left the Shubb Bench. P.S. Glad you had success using your Shubb Capo ! :)

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hi Richard, thanks for the note. I have never had a problem with the Shubb, so I'm sorry you have been frustrated by it. I don't quite understand what you mean by 'clamps design is off centre'. Did you try having the capo clamp less hard? I think after trying the G7 for a year or so now, that I actually prefer the shubb because I can permanently set it exactly how firm it needs to be, while the G7 you need to get used to how hard you need to push it. Wha guitar are you using it on?

[@adiosamig2238]

Lay your finger across the length of the capo from the front and use a man force to press it in, it's a feel you'll get adapt at doing 2nd nature. This capo is all, i mean all about the pressure you apply when using it. Thanks for the video

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Thanks for the tip!

[@wtfexza]

Is it more easy to play with g7 capo?

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Good question. I think it's negligible though, the back of the capo is smaller, but I don't think it really makes a big difference.

[@knightcloud2k]

Yeah i have one, love it

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Which one? Shubb or G7? Thanks for watching

[@innocentbystander2673]

I have a simple cheap chinese springy clothes peg thing. I've never been really keen on it but this one looks good. I'll check one out. Thanks.

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hey there, I'd definitely recommend switching to one of these two. You can't go wrong - I'm still a bit freaked out at the price of the G7 capo. Is it twice as good? I'm not sure. The Shubb does a perfectly good job. Maybe if you have to change it around a lot...? Thanks for watching - Subscribe for regular videos. There's always at least one new video a week - every Sat at 8am Sydney time. Cheers Simon

[@gges1605]

Thing with these is that they work on all your guitars not just one of them

[@arthurgordon6072]

What's the price difference?

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hi there, Shubb is about 30-35, G7 was around 75. Thanks for watching Simon

[@SergeUnplugged]

Shubb hands down

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Yes, I tend to agree. I feel a little dirty for having entertained the G7. It's like I was cheating on the Shubb. Capo-adultery. Don't do it kids!

[@phunkyjunkee]

I’ve been using the original performance capo from G7th for like 12 years it seems. Still holding up well

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hey Scott, thanks for the message. I've actually reverted to the shubb mostly. I find that it grabs the strings well and tuning stability is great. Thanks for watching! All the best Simon

[@guitarplayer1969]

@@SimonMorelguitar I have a Shubb and years back got the G7th Performance 2 Capo, but it left buzzing strings and would take multiple tries and string testing to make sure it was right(Not good in middle of gig). Went back to my Shubb. When I checked again they had moved onto the Performance 2 because of all the complaints. I reached out to the company but they ignored my issue. Gave up, but years later I saw post by one of the G7th people and complained again to them and they sent me a Performance 3. Its better but still find I have to test to make sure no buzzing strings, as sometimes it takes a second tightening.

[@SimonMorelguitar]

@@guitarplayer1969 Absolutely agree

[@goodwolfie]

Shubb capo doesn't work for me because my guitar buzzing from it.

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hi there, sorry to hear you're having problems. What kind of guitar are you trying it on? Are you using the right model for the guitar? It could also be the strings/set up. How old are the strings? Hope that helps. Cheers Simon

[@SamBarrass]

Shubb 4 life.

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Shubb4Life. I love it. Thanks for watching. Subscribe and click the bell for a notification for 2 new lesson/gear reviews per week. All the best, Simon

[@lukethedrifter100]

G7 don't work 100% they don't give the same confidence as shubb. That zing your getting isn't your guitar it's the G7 not doing it's job

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Yes, I think you are right. Thanks for watching!

[@nothankyou8365]

Shubb is excellent do not buy G7th it is overpriced

[@SimonMorelguitar]

Hey mate, thanks for watching. I totally agree that shubb is excellent. I'm glad that I tried the G7 though. There are heaps more easy to follow lessons on my channel (500+) and a new one every Saturday, so subscribe and click the bell for a notification when they are published. All the best, Simon ps if you'd like to support the channel you can do that at patreon.com/simonmorel