G7th Newport Classical Capo, Silver (G7NPCLSL)

Needed a replacement for my Kyser Quick Change capo that busted a spring. I play in an environment (a pit) that requires a quick change of keys on short notice between several guitars. Most of the time I do not need a capo so I choose to have one that fits all of my guitars (except a 12 string that has its own). The reviews for this capo seemed positive, including ease and quickness of applying it, so I decided to give it a try. I also did not want to purchase the Kyser due to the spring failure. Other than the spring, the Kyser is a fine capo too.Applying it is as simple as it looks on the G7 website illustrated with videos. The capo clamps on similar to the Kyser (or any other spring loaded quick change capo). The difference is after closing the capo on the neck, the tension adjustment adds additional pressure to eliminate any buzzing, and the adjustment also allows more flexibility with placement between frets. The capo can be centered or close to a fret and any buzzing can be eliminated. If you apply the capo to the same guitar and similar location within the fret position, you do not have to adjust the tension each time. I find by habit I adjust the tension each time since this is still very quick to do.I use this on the following guitars and strings: Taylor 310CE with light polyweb elixirs; Martin D28 with Medium (phosphor bronze always varying manufacturer), Takamine CD132SC Nylon string D'Addario Pro Arte normal tension. I have tried it on a Taylor 354 12 string (light elixir polyweb) and it sounds fine on that too. The point is this capo works well across various tensions/gauges and neck widths.Some of the complaints have been where to put the capo. I keep it in a pouch with the music so I do not have this problem. I do not place capos on the guitar unless I am using it. The size makes it easy to put in a pocket. This is not an issue for me.

Someone swiped my Kyser... Oh, I am sure it was in error and that person is wondering where they got it from. I enjoyed the Kyser. I liked several models of the Dunlop over the years also. Then, I spent a few more dollars and purchase the G7 Newport; my first G7.First, it's not for my classical guitar; only works with a Western style neck. It fits my Martin just fine and works just great! The string buzz is easily adjusted away using the thumb screw and tightening the clamp just a little. There is no dull thud on some of the strings as I occasionally had with the Dunlops. This capo provides the cleanest sound across the frets of any Capo I've had. Very clean.A few notes on the Newport G7: It's built well. However, it's not built like those heavy G7's that double just fine as a carabiner. This one is so small on the neck of your guitar that it's never in the way as you might find with the Kyser or several other models. Also it's NOT a one size fit's all like most of the $15 or less Capos with no tension adjustment and only a spring. It is nicely adjustable depending on the weight of your strings. Yes, if you screw the thing really tight you might bend it up I suppose as some have said in reviews. Why would you do that anyway? Just position it correctly and adjust gently and you won't have any buzzing or dull strings. The strings shine very nicely with this clamp; not to hard, not to soft! I suspect this thing will last me many many years of great service! I think I love this capo. It's the best one I've ever owned!

Easy on/off, guitar stays in tune, well built. A bit pricey, but another you get what you pay for. If you love playing, these don't disappoint, buy it already. Could be a great gift for the guitar player in your life!

Works pretty well but sometimes doesn't give a clear sound on all of the strings on my Taylor, Martin or Zager 12 strings.

This is an ingenious design. I am a working musician in Las Vegas who primarily plays 12 string acoustic guitar. I have run the gamut of capo companies. Name it, I own it, or have owned it. Some were better than others, but all had drawbacks. Not enough tension = buzzing/muted strings (first fret notoriously) OR yanking the low strings (and even high strings) sharp by 20 cents. The compensated pad design is a real game changer, and works all around the neck (super important). As the radius changes, the Capo compensates. It’s low-profile, tapered design doesn’t inhibit your fretting hand either, as some clunkier capo’s can do. It’s brilliant. In a 3 hour solo set, I may capo at least 20 tunes, in different positions around the neck. G7th figured it out. I now own 4 G7th Capo’s. Highly recommended, and their customer and artist support team is superb!

Caution: other users declared the 12-string version good for a variety of 6-strings also. As I have 6 and 7-strings on necks from 9.5 to 14 inch radii, i thought i'd give it a go.Very light, and surprisingly small, one-handed adjustment is easy.Cool shape, but finish is rather drab...Praps a 405 limited edition would better suit my PRS!The smaller rubber that sits against back of neck is tiny, so pressure there is actually higher than i thought, and the barring "finger" seems too flat and does not fret all strings well on e.g. my MIM Strat. Avoid my mistake!Probably fine for 12 string acoustic, wider, nearly flat fretboards.