Kyser, Shubb and G7th Capo Review

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[@ShayanBux]

You look like the guy who always play wonderwall at parties

[@blackie75]

Anyway, here's Wonderwall......

[@magg93]

He is that kind of guy

[@officialWWM]

With a capo...

[@TheCentralflorida]

And when thats disappointing...."ladies? Who wants to hear Crash into me?"

[@MrQbee87]

Great piece of advice. THX Dexter.

[@elizabethboughton6559]

I wrap a rubber band around the kyser handle a few times and it alleviates the spring tension tuning issue and is still fully functional as if it was not on there at all. Works on both electric and acoustic

[@Smokingwinchester]

I've used nr 2 in this vid for years. Just bought the G7th - he explains it well! :)

[@30smsuperstrat]

I bought the G7 years ago after hearing all the promotional stuff on it. Bottom line was it got in the way of my chording hand if I had it next to the fret, (the best position for a clean capo tone). It is not nearly as easy to do one handed as is promoted. It is actually quite heavy. I recently switched to the Shubb and find it is an improvement over the G7 in every way that is claimed the G7 improves on the Shubb in this video. Before the G7 I had owned Kyser and the tension is not even from E string to E string. My advice buy a Shubb. In all the years playing worship services you do not need to be any faster at changing capo positions then the Shubb allows, and it's pretty fast. It never gets in the way of my fretting hand and it's as good at keeping your guitar tune as any capo there is. Finally depending on the style your playing you may still need to retune a string or two because NO guitar no matter how expensive is has perfect intonation up and down the neck.

[@hyperhippyhippohopper]

That last point about never having perfect intonation is wrong. Play on a Taylor guitar and hear for yourself.

[@guggaaa1947]

A capo you cant put at the headstock isn't can never be the perfect capo

[@kennyhills8002]

I agree I gave in to the hype of the G7 and its crap for ease of use plus doesn't sound the best on my guitar. So I always revert back to my Dunlop trigger every time.

[@CarlGoldmam]

SMSuperstrat $41 today and the performance 2 series is lighter and sleeker.

[@andrewwalsh531]

thx for the review, was just what I was looking for! Btw I would never opt for the first one (Kyser)....I'd be afraid of poking an eye out w/ that thing :)

[@jsalicco5891]

Your review is right on. I play mostly acoustic, but I have tried all three plus several more. Shubb was my go-to capo for low profile before the G7th, but I was never very fond of the Kyser. I am now a total G7th convert. I have one for each of my guitars. The best capos I've ever used. Their new slim model is the best.

[@johnstrange6799]

Shubb makes the best capo I have ever tried. I've had one for about 20 years and never had a problem. It CAN be moved with one hand if you lock it on in the direction opposite of what is shown here.

[@roberteweil]

You are putting the Shubb on backwards. Watch any video of Mr. Shubb and you'll see that you are putting it on backwards. It's a great capo for the studio, not so much for live performance.

[@awavasco]

John Strange I have a shubb capo since 1997 and it in the same condition.

[@odelljl]

Schubb works fine for performance unless you are trying to move mid song.

[@bikenband]

I've been using Jim Dunlop capos on both my 6 string acoustics and electrics for years, they work great on both. Just bought a 12 string and that's were the JD came up short; not enough spring tension. I ordered a Shubb C3 (made for 12 strings) and it works fantastic. First Shubb I've ever owned. It's a well made product and I like the adjustable tension feature.

[@skoromoh_]

Yeah I've ordered my first capo from Shubb. They're really perfect designed..

[@darrylbrooks3361]

I'm looking at caps because my Dunlop knocks my Taylor out of tune. Whichever 3 strings the tip end is over are way sharp. I'm waffling between the Shubb and G7th.

[@snuffyballparks6501]

The Kyser works for my 6 string (I just ordered an Elliot). I have a 12 string Guild F212XL NT... I had to go with a 12 string Shubb. It does the job.

[@mkidd0021ify]

D'addario makes the one i use it is spring loaded quick clip but has a adjustment for it that you can loosen up or tighten it has a pick holder. I love it and it's less than half the price of the G7. I also got the one with the grip on the back of the guitar just my preference.

[@AshishSharma-021]

My guitar - 75$ G7th capo - 80$ Oh well

[@stickman4512]

I found the g7th for $40

[@Name-ek4jc]

@Florian Manach its a bitch to set up lol atleast for me cuz i couldnt find a rubber band

[@ekbilli5074]

@@stickman4512 omg where

[@charlesbranch4120]

@@ekbilli5074 Demo from Sweetwater G7th ART3 for $45

[@ekbilli5074]

@@charlesbranch4120 can we keep it?

[@bluesrocker91]

I'm just trying to imagine what kind of girl would reject a guy for the type of capo he uses.

[@fenderstratguy]

Kinda chick that would do two dudes at one time

[@skaybaltimore]

I'm trying to imagine what kind of girl would hook up with this guy.

[@johnengland2996]

Thanks for the good vid!

[@Natevick87]

I've never had a problem using Kysers on my electrics. I do like the sleek look of the G7th tho. Just can't justify the price right now. Good review.

[@musingsofajay387]

I think if you played acoustic.. the G7th would be good. electric doesn't have much to press down so any capo would do well as long as it held tightly. I didn't want to buy it for the longest time but after two of my (spring) capos broke, I said the hell with it. There's a life time warranty (says on the packaging but not sure whats up with that) and it seems like it can withstand a bit of time. The spring/clip capos feel like they can break any minute.

[@karla3033]

I can move my Shubb easily with one hand, no problem. On the other hand I'm having difficulties to run my fingers individually and fast enough to where I needed them, I wish it would be the other way around ;) btw the G7th is my favorit

[@eltouristoduo]

ok I've never had a working capo, (have some odd little post thing with elastic, lol), so I'm in the market for one. But I was just wondering, could you reduce effect of too much pressure by just keeping it close to the fret?

[@SquirrelHybrid]

I never saw the need to use 2 hands for the Shubb, and it only takes 1.5-2 seconds to shift positions when no screw adjustments are needed. Also with Shubb, they offer a variety of replacement parts, so if the rubber sleeve starts to wear out you can simply slip it off and buy a new one for $2 (with free shipping) from their site... or if the rubber pad somehow comes unglued, you can pay $2 for the part + instructions, or pay $2 + shipping to send your capo to them and have them professionally glue on a new one for free. Paying $2 to fix a capo is much better than $10-$20 for a new one every few years.

[@bluesrocker91]

One point not mentioned here, is the Kyser and the G7th can both be clamped to the headstock when not in use, while the Shubb cannot. Only a minor thing, but worth bearing in mind.

[@maxwellfan55]

Shubb can be clipped to the top of headstock, I do it every time, useful for live sessions, what's the prob?

[@s.c.7370]

Shubb is the best to me since it is cheap, indestructible and gives a good sound. It is my favorite. G7th looks awsome too. I never tried one. But I have a Kyser (classical) and it turn out of tune my classical... And my acoustic guitar since the tension is too important ! Too it is just too big. I dont like. I prefer strap capo over that.

[@aslanswarrior98]

Hey, you should come out with a video about how to use a mini capo.

[@GBTC2011]

I believe the most important part is; does it apply the same and proper amount of pressure on all six strings. Neck shape has a lot to do with it.

[@acoustic61]

Original Shubb C1B is the best value. Quick and easy. Stays in tune

[@intothemisteyesonu7326]

Ronnie, any capo is not gonna effect your set up in any way, being a new guitar I would go for one with adjustable tension, I currently have the one that doesn't adjust and I feel same way I won't put it on my d35 as it's fairly new, I do use it on older guitars tho, unfortunately where I live my local music store never has anything in stock, I need to get one elsewhere,

[@bobsbigboy_]

i think it looks awesome

[@ddude1212]

Is the Thalia worth it, or should I just buy a Shubb or G7th? I’m just looking for it to stay in tune and to sound okay. I’m cool with spending however much I need to for the quality and sound.

[@jameshocking1188]

I have a 64 Rickenbacker 12 string. Now this is a completely different animal than your standard 12 string. I've tried kyser, G7. Jim Dunlap and I could not change capos without changing tune no matter what. I keep the Rick tuned down to a half step because some of the songs I play are in E flat and others are standard and some in worship are allover the place depending on the song and whose singing that day. I've been looking at Thalia capos and following them closely since they have come out. Due to their price and mixed reviews for 12 string reliability I held off till about 1 year ago when they came up with the soft touch option especially designed for 12 strings. I pulled the trigger and tried it in the studio first.....man I moved it from first fret to open....guitar in tune tried 15 different songs intermittently changing tuning from standard to E flat and ony one time I had to adjust the low G string 2-3% and that's because I was going from REM songs to Smithereens songs to Tom Petty Songs and back to worship songs for 4 hours straight. Later that week I played a shoegaze concert featuring My Bloody valentine and Slowdive with Catherine's Wheel thrown in as you can see I have very eclectic taste and audience preference. My capo didn't miss a beat. All I can say is give it a try . Make sure you measure your guitars neck radius to make sure you get the correct ark for the positions you'll be placing your capo so you can get the correct adapters. If you have any questions ask the staff. They are super helpful and cool. Yea there pricey but once you have yours it will be like I fine pice of jewelry and you'll never let it out of your sight.

[@pageluvva]

The G7 3 is the absol best. My 2 cents of course. Well worth the high price tag.

[@Thesappysongwriter]

That is why kyser makes electric guitar capos

[@GeroLubovnik]

I have a Shubb and had a G7th (before someone walked off with it). These two capos are about equal. Slightly different sound, so that might make a difference. However the G7th now is twice the price of the Shubb. I also ground the sharp corners off or the G7 to comfortably place it closer to the frets. I'm not sure why Kysers are so popular. No adjustments and the sound they produce is not as good as the others. Another capo to try that's even cheaper is the D'Addario Reflex ($15). Light weight. Adjustable tension. One handed placement. Very good sound. I got mine free with a 2 pack of D'Addario NB strings and was really surprised at how good it is. What the reviewer didn't mention is *sound*. They're all a bit different.

[@maxwellfan55]

What gives the cleanest sound?

[@DorisDupuis]

Merci... I ordered the G7 Newport from BestBuy Canada for 39.99 $.

[@ebguitars5232]

Thanks for the info, I think I'll try the G7 on my acoustic.

[@jasper_north]

Just ordered the G7th Performance3 -18K Goldplated...heck why not. Capo 4life, like V O L V O.

[@2tallB]

The reason that the Kyser is "knocking it out of tune" is that you've got it ½" from the fret! Put it almost on the fret. Not saying it's the best capo, they all have their uses.

[@calenmoerman]

This was a nice surprise. I have a worship artistry subscription so I'm watching Jason all the time.

[@kurdtx27]

when I use capo, my sound tends to go tiny, is that normal? thanks

[@JHarrell89]

there actually is a way to adjust tension on Kyser... bend the back arm!

[@josephbest2706]

Do you know any guides for this? I just bought one and have read they dent the neck sometimes, I have it for a classical guitar so it in no way needs as much tension as it has. I have just clamped it on the side of my dresser to try to weaken the spring.

[@julioacevedo748]

I hace with G7 the capo doesn't adjust to any guitar my godin Duet doesn't work perfect with G7 it's must be fix it like Thalia capo different fixture for any mastil

[@salami99]

lol explain how mac demarco uses a capo on his electric. a single spring and he puts his cigerette in it too

[@Dev9172]

I like my Kyser . Its fast , It works . Sounds good . But its to big . It does pull my d 18 out a bit . I have a shubbs . I like it and use it the most . Its small and out of the way . It does look cool . Yes its a bit of a pain in the ass to move . My has the ball .

[@NoUseForAName0626]

I use and love the Shubb.. several of the review videos I've watched talk about the time it takes to move them, and most of the time requires 2 hands.. but honestly its not bad at all!! You'll have plenty of time to move your capo between songs, or during the same song. You get the perfect tension and it doesn't knock your guitar out of tune. And for me.. the absolute BEST THING about a Shubb capo... you can't clip it to your headstock!! So you'll never have to worry about your headstock getting discolored or having capo spots. A few years ago I bought a used Gibson Advanced Jumbo, and the previous owner would clip his capo on the headstock.. now I'm stuck with the results because of it.

[@acoustic61]

I've used Shubb capos for nearly 30 years. Love 'em. Simple. Reasonably priced. I've tried many but stayed with Shubb. I don't feel the need to get the latest trendy, over-engineered models that come out every year. I still have the first one I bought back in the 80's. I can easily use it with one hand because I put it on from the bottom. One thing that I don't see mentioned is putting the capo close to or on the fret. Stays in tune better if your hand doesn't feel too claustrophobic.

[@johncummins6655]

My shubb has always been only half-way decent. Maybe I got a bad one? And very, very slow to move.

[@yves2281]

I used to have a G7th capo. Although expensive, it was a great and easy-to-use capo. But after a few years it broke in two. First time in my life I have a capo broken!

[@worshipartistry]

Wow. Can't say we've had a similar situation. Give G7th a shout out.

[@obispojuan]

Nice t-shirt.

[@kysermusicalproductsinc.2179]

There's a quick and easy way to adjust the tension on a Kyser Quick-Change. Here's a short vid explaining how to do it! How to adjust the tension on a Kyser Quick-Change capo

[@darrinj7908]

a couple things to point out. The Kyser video says it is a "built in" feature. No it is not. It is a "oh crap we have to figure out a way to adjust this because other capos do it" way of doing it. Bending the back of the capo is a way of adjusting it but it was never meant to do that when it was created. Another point - bending it all the time to adjust it will weaken the back brace and it will begin to "adjust" itself when putting it on. If you like Kyser just get the one they make for electric - simple but more cost involved. I have a Kyser for my acoustic and I love it. If you just want to have one for both your acoustic and electric find one that is meant to adjust by pressure used like the G7th or knob like Shubb or planetwaves.

[@intothemisteyesonu7326]

I did have a shubb type capo but it conveniently vanished from my guitar one night at a get together, any way I don't find a capo too bad at throwing my guitars out, unless of course your gigging and can't tune for background noise but that's what a good guitar tuner is for, only takes a few sec's, really not that big a deal imo

[@SammyBones]

The Planet Waves capo's are awesome. They operate like the kyser with a squeeze grip, but you can also adjust the tension of the capo. Kysers are ok, but once they get loose, you cant tighten them. Plus too much pressure can dent your fretwire and also make a guitar not stay in tune well. #capos #guitarcapo #PlanetWaves #guitarlessons

[@macmonroe6267]

Sammy Bones i just got planet wave capo for couple mont and is broke when i played in middle of the stage

[@officialWWM]

That G7th thing looks good but it's over 80 bucks here in Australia...and I already know I'm gonna lose it...

[@squirreltamer2548]

Is Sundown by Gordon Lightfoot on the list?

[@jonnyb2532]

Really good review. I would have liked you to have noted whether the thing can be hung off the headstock when not in use. I currently own a Shubb (Keith approved!) and I'm looking to buy a couple more for my mando and (1 7/8" wide neck) 12-string. Not being able to hang the Shubb on the headstock is its only flaw. I'll try the G7, if I don't like it I'll get some more Shubbs and a stylin' vest from Value Village. :-)

[@fenderstratguy]

That seems a little more important than some of these other criteria he mentioned.

[@scottpull12]

I find the Kyser not very ergonomic. Maybe my tension is set very high but I have to squeeze like hell to open it.

[@michaelhayes9773]

As an FYI to folks, if you place the kyser closer to the fret it won't throw it out of tune nearly as much as if you just put it in the middle etc. They seem to like to hug the fret. I've shown people this after they told me the kyser always throws their guitar out of tune. But it won't be perfect, however it does make a huge difference from my experiences. The problem with them is they allow the strings to put too much pressure on the frets and if you use a capo a lot, they can groove your frets quicker than normal. I would like to try a G7th but is it worth 30 bucks to find out you don't like them? I don't know. Maybe.

[@worshipartistry]

+Michael Hayes I will say that since posting this review I've gotten so used to the G7th that if I lost it I'd spend the money to replace it.

[@michaelhayes9773]

I have one coming for Christmas, thanks to your review.

[@charlesbranch4120]

I don't leave anything "hanging" on the headstock, just use the clip-on tuner and stash it nearby. Clip it on a hip pocket, music stand, or ... I have a Kyser and bought a demo G7th ART3, which I tried out this morning. Fantastic! Considering that shipping costs the same, I buy the best quality I can afford, since it lasts longer, and the next person will enjoy the product, too.

[@stuartmenziesfarrant]

On live shows when playing an electric guitar, I would actually capo on the fret bar itself. Increases tension and reduces rattle. The down-side is that it can get in the way of certain chord changes, but it has never been a problem for me.

[@hawalchhakirant9243]

Good ...

[@rsaathoff]

I'm using a kyser and it throws the guitar out of pitch. Hence why I am watching this video. I watched another review on the G7th and he complained about buzz compared to the Shubb.

[@worshipartistry]

rsaathoff Yeah there is a learning curve with the G7th. If you don't press it hard enough, it can buzz. I found if I squeezed on the open end of the capo it eliminated that issue

[@musingsofajay387]

worshipartistry yea me too. I was worried because I bought it specifically to avoid buzzing since the spring capos couldn't really be adjusted on that end. Being able to squeeze on the open end and then lock it in has been a great help to reducing buzz :D

[@2speedy4u22]

No planet waves? Curious to how they stack up against the G7th.

[@worshipartistry]

I have used Planet Waves before. They're great for the price but screwing it on all the time is cumbersome. I don't think it offers anything these three don't.

[@pickin4you]

worshipartistry Check my post above about Planet Waves capos. They have so many super nice capos now. They even make one that is similar to the Shub and is super nice as well as the one I listed.

[@FollowingFollowers]

Planet waves is a far superior capo to them all. I've tried them all only downside of planet waves is that is doesnt fit on headstock. Oh well its the best

[@235buz]

The G7th is good, but I'll stick with my Page.

[@jfrphoto01]

Same here, I have used a Paige for the past 4 years on my Oscar Schmidt 12 string. No problem moving up and down the neck and when not in use it goes behind the nut. Just purchased a second Paige for my 6 string Washburn.

[@HeyT2]

My fav is the Kyser quick-change

[@attybong]

i got one of each kind ... superb capos

[@steby123]

Two hands o the Shubb? iv'e always used only one in my blue grass music.

[@clintonjorris4334]

you also opted for the no d-28. jk gorgeous martin.

[@Anonymous-sx5tc]

Hi, nice vid, but you spelled "one" as "on" in the description. You might wanna change that.

[@worshipartistry]

Thanks for the heads up!

[@rw4170]

Is that a V neck? Time for Downey!! Lol

[@sophiegillebaard9499]

Can you play more than 3 chords?

[@johnd46]

Actually yes!! He's a worship guitar instructor so yes he can😃

[@charlesbranch4120]

Certainly he can, but why? Just enough to demonstrate multiple capos and keep the video short.

[@nellatrab]

Good review....but, Shubb has a newer better model since 2010 and G7 also has new Performance 2. You should try the Newport! However, just saying your guitar sounds very tiny!

[@worshipartistry]

+Bart Boeckler I have used the newer shubb but it doesn't change any of the issues I run into with the old one. For the record, the guitar is by far the best I've ever played. The video is geared to capture the voice more than the guitar. Just saying :)

[@nellatrab]

I have all the G7 P2, Nashville and the Newport also the newest Shubb, as well as the Tony Rice Elliot...actually the finest IMO, but expensive!

[@lutherharn8965]

Bart Boeckl

[@brentbreault7606]

Oh my god.. that bicep tho

[@tamircohen1512]

Steady on, Brent

[@Kaladin0622]

Brent Breault Oh nigga he gay 😭😭😂😂😂😭😂😭😂😭😂😭😂😭😂😭😂😭

[@clintonjorris4334]

the shubb will fall off and hit your bare toes, Ouch

[@nellatrab]

You might want to use that T shirt to polish your guitar... Ha!

[@pickin4you]

Kyser is not the best, just the most popular. Shub is a good capo. I have since switched from a Shub to a Planet Waves NS Tri-Action Capo. Looks cleaner from the front like a Shub, clamps on like a Kyser, but from the back, and has a tension adjustment. It is the best capo I have ever used so far. Also, the Kyser you talked about is not working good on an electric. You do kn ow they make a different capo for acoustic and electric? The fingerboard on an electric is more flat and on the fingerboard on an acoustic is curved, convex. So Kyser, as well as most all other capo makers, make a capo for specific types of guitars and other fretted instruments. I am not a fan of the G7th or any of their other capos.

[@gingerbeer914]

When you measure the radius, you will see that you are mistaking. Fretboards of electric guitars can be VERY convex, and fretboards of acoustic guitars can be almost or totally flat. So, measure before you buy!

[@ThomasMcIntosh]

Anyone else think mozzarella cheese smells weird?

[@RonnieNimer]

how the fuck the first capo is easy to move?! its hard to press and second it makes my guitar intuned! and my guitar is new and has a good setup

[@dome6157]

U weak boi

[@RonnieNimer]

Sparkie 😂😂😂

[@themayor6836]

Bacon neck T is stretched out dude!

[@crlguitar1]

There's a chinese knock off of the Kyser...Watch out...called a Kayser...It's a piece of junk. I personally prefer the Shubb. You can't see them much from 30 feet away. You dial in how much tension you need.

[@Calvbread]

Wow no need to insult an entire ethnicity lol

[@mattbednar1620]

Stay away from Kyser. The spring in my Kyser capo broke and they refuse to honor their "lifetime warranty". Their capos are poor quality and when it breaks they will ignore your attempts to get it fixed or replaced.

[@worshipartistry]

Bummer! All aboard the G7th train! Super happy with all their capos. Been using them since I originally made this video.

[@johncummins6655]

Capos are relatively embarrassing, IMHO, which gives a great reason for keeping a low profile.

[@fortealex1]

What a modesty. Playng with a 000 Martin. You don't even try to hide it with a tuner. Like many of your sincere colleagues. On the other hand, playing a Martin ist truly not a schäme. I would said it's indeed a privilege. But don't speak about modesty or low profile. Admit who was the sponsor of this video....

[@worshipartistry]

Im sorry. There seems to be some confusion. I’m not embarrassed or trying to hide the fact I have a nice guitar. I love that Martin and still play it daily 10 years later. When I say low profile I’m referring to how visible the capo is on the guitar neck. I prefer capos that are “invisible” and was simply trying to show the pros and cons of each brand of capo I had at the time. Nobody sponsored this video. I hope it was helpful.

[@johncummins6655]

BTW, you aren't leading "worship". Biblical worship is waaaaaaaaaay beyond leading praise songs. The terminology, in effect, reduces Christianity.