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Planet Waves NS Guitar Capo, Black
NS Capo on fretboard NS Classical Capo on fretboardD'Addario/Planet Waves NS Capos
The D'Addario/Planet Waves NS Capo line offers multiple innovative and easy to use options that fit a wide array of instruments and player preferences.
NS Guitar Capo Pro
The NS Capo Pro is constructed from aircraft grade aluminum making it rugged enough to take a beating, but keeping it very lightweight on the fretboard. Equipped with a patented micrometer for tension adjustment, the NS Capo can be dialed in to ensure the proper force is being applied to the neck of the guitar. This feature makes dealing with buzzing notes and tuning issues a thing of the past. The NS Capo Pro is ideal for use on 6 and 12 string electric and acoustic guitars.
NS Guitar Capo Lite
The NS Capo Lite uses a durable molded ABS thermoplastic construction to offer the most lightweight and cost effective choice. Ideal for use on all acoustic and electric 6 string guitars the NS Capo Lite can be adjusted to provide the exact tension need for your guitar. Designed for guitars with radiused fretboards, the NS Capo Lite greatly reduces the need to retune after applying your capo.
NS Classical Guitar Capo
The NS Classical Guitar Capo, the third option within the NS Capo line, takes the design elements of the NS Capo Pro and tailors them to fit the needs of classical guitarists. With a contoured design and a flat radius intended specifically for the wider fretboard found on most classical guitars, the NS Classical Guitar Capo delivers the sleek construction and single handed operation of the NS design.
NS Capo Features
- Micrometer tension adjustment for buzz-free in-tune performance at every fret
- Single hand operation
- NS Capo Pro and Lite designed for acoustic and electric guitars with radiused fretboards
- NS Classical Guitar Capo designed for classical guitars with zero fretboard radius
- A patent-pending Ned Steinberger design
Tuned In
The importance of being able to play and stay in tune cannot be understated. With this in mind, the NS Capo design was crafted to allow every player to refine the tension the capo applies to their fretboard. This not only assures buzz-free clarity across all strings, but keeps strings from being pulled sharp by over-tensioning. In the long run this can also benefit the maintenance of your fretboard and save on upkeep.
Capo Comparison ChartNS Capo Pro, BlackNS Capo Pro, SilverNS Classical Guitar CapoNS Capo LiteFor use on a 6 string guitar✓✓✓✓For use on a 12 string guitar✓✓Made of aircraft grade aluminum✓✓✓Made of molded ABS thermoplastic✓Andrew M.
2025-08-27 13:51:42
I'm giving this one 5 stars, with the caveat that you MUST GET THE SILVER ALUMINUM one, otherwise the black thermoplastic ones do break. The thermoplastic ones broke on me within 2-3 months of use, 3 different ones, until I got the silver one which has not had that problem. Every music store I go to locally has the black thermoplastic ones, and they look in disbelief at me when I say they break. But they did --if I leave it on the guitar on a fret for 5 or 10 minutes and go into the kitchen to make tea, the thing literally snaps and breaks into 2 or 3 pieces and goes airborne at high speed in 2 pieces, and could poke someone's eye out in a public performance, freaky. There's something about the rainy days higher humidity cool damp air pressure and/or temperature fluctuation that does it.I live in northern california, so I don't know if a dry climate like the southwest would not have that problem.The SILVER ALUMINUM ONE by contrast, hasn't broken in now nearly a year of use, and shows no hints of doing that. It feels different in the hand from the thermoplastic-- no hint of plastic, but it is very light and not heavy like the G7 ones are. I made sure to order the silver aluminum one through Amazon, since the description on the black ones say some are aluminum and some thermoplastic, and I only want to make sure I get the aluminum one.The silver aluminum Planet Waves capo really is the best capo I've ever had, super easy to use, very easy to put on and switch from one fret to another while you're going from playing one song to another (you don't have move your body or the guitar like you do with all other capos to put it on or move it, which is a spectacular design), it keeps the strings in tune better than most other capos, and it's out of the way of your hands, doesn't interfere when you play any chord. The screw adjustment is in the perfect place for the least strain and doesn't hurt the fingers when turning it. It's the least obtrusive and best capo ever. I'll also add that I have an old carpal injury so I want the least strain, and small hands, so I want the least awkward and most light capo, and this does that. I absolutely love it, and I'm glad that the aluminum ones are durable.
Jey
2025-08-19 10:39:51
I have been in music for years, during those years I have had many capos but no one is worthy to be compared to this one "daddario" so portable, so precise, acurate and works with different acustic, electro acustic and electric guitars. I highly recommend this product.
Steve N
2025-05-31 11:52:29
After 55 years of trying sooo many capos that didn't cut it... this one does! Simple/light/easy to put on/ AND the big deal is you're still in tune after you put it on and take it off! What a great concept, finally.
Jarrett Venturini
2025-04-17 10:47:02
This is a fantastic little capo. I say little because it is not as big as the spring loaded type, of the Shubb capos I've used.It has a low profile, and I can reach right up to it and still play well.It seems to be sturdy and well constructed, and I love that I can easily adjust how much tension to put on the strings. Just enough so they don't buzz and then the strings will stay in tune when the capo is off.Much cheaper than the G7th, and does the job just as well in my opinion.For everyone saying that you can't fit it on the neck, make sure you get the right capo! If you have a classical guitar, get a classical capo! If you have a guitar with a really thin neck get the lite model capo. If you are like most people who have regular size guitar necks, get the normal one.Don't write bad reviews of the product because you bought the wrong kind.
Bhavna Patel
2025-04-08 17:07:33
This is my review of the NS Capo Pro (not lite). I have not tried the lite version, but have been advised by trustworthy third parties to pony up the extra $4. If you have a classical or flamenco guitar, get the classical version of course, because classical guitars have flat fingerboards, opposed to acoustics with radiused (slightly curved).I would definitely recommend this product to anybody in the market for a capo. However, this is not the fastest changing one that exists. For that, I would recommend looking into the hinge (this is screw) capos such as the Kyser capo. If you need a quick change, save yourself the time and look elsewhere.But, if that does not affect your decision, this is one of the better performing options on the market. It is fairly small, and does not get in the way of your hand while navigating the fingerboard as much as other ones. It should fit most, if not all guitars (but version still matters). It keeps the guitar well in tune, as long as you place it on straight without pushing the strings right or left. For best results, unscrew more before placing it on. It takes slightly longer, but is worth the time.One of the many plus-sides to this capo is its ability to be tightened or loosened with the screw. This was a major selling point for me, as this can go from silencing strings (halfway depressed), to changing the key (fully tightened). This also throws the instrument less out of whack tuning-wise.The product is properly padded in the right places, and will not damage your guitar's finish or strings.I docked a star because the images look more semi-gloss gunmetal than the high gloss black that it really is. Not a big deal, but I would have preferred the lighter finish.Also, the capo cannot be mounted on the headstock. However, there is a sort-of loophole. Mount it so that it encompasses the back of the tuner. I don't notice any negative effects due to this, except for it being not fun to do. If I am wrong, please leave a reply :)As I mentioned earlier, this is not the quickest changing capo on the market. This was not a concern of mine, so I did not let it affect my purchase. Tip: for quickest changes, loosen just enough so that the capo slides down the headstock, but does not let go. Slide to desired position. Tighten just enough, but not more than necessary.All in all, this is a great product that I would definitely recommend. With its few drawbacks come double the amount in positives.
Leonardo G.
2025-03-29 11:11:06
Gostei muito deste capotraste. Fiquei um pouco receoso pelo fato de ter que girar o botão poderia diminuir a agilidade em ajustar, colocar e tirar o capotraste, porém é muito tranquilo. Por não ter as alças, ele fica muito discreto no braço do violão. O ajuste do botão é muito preciso e é possÃvel deixar todas as cordas soando com o mÃnimo de pressão possÃvel. Recomendo muito a versão de metal, é bem robusto e aparenta ter excelente durabilidade.
Raymond Carroll
2025-03-28 19:28:08
Excellent. Best capo i've ever had.
didier vandenheede
2025-03-14 16:23:16
j'ai déjà essayé plusieurs modèles dans différentes marques.Celui-ci s'avère le plus pratique et efficace jusqu'à présent.La tension est suffisante pour éviter que les cordes frisent tout en restant rapide à placer.
F. A. Andreu
2024-12-30 11:57:34
No se puede colocar con una sola mano, pero abulta mucho menos. Es pequeñita pero muy eficaz. Con el tornillo se ajusta perfectamente a la tensión que le quieras dar. La zapatilla es sólida por lo que espero que me dure muchos años. Muy buena compra.
Michail Polimeneris
2024-11-27 14:10:47
Small-sized, doesn't bother my left hand when shaping chords near it, seems strong and durable. I got two, one for my Dubai house gear set and one for my Greece house gear, guessing and reading other reviews. It was not a mistake, I'm happy with the purchase, it is an absolute "bang for my bucks".
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