If you're a guitarist, you've probably heard your instrument go slightly out of tune every time you clamp a capo onto the fretboard. A capo is the simple spring-loaded mechanism that raises the pitch ...

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When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Ezra will often play with a capo at the 2nd fret. But if he’s playing live and finds a song too ...

It’s tempting to see the capo as a simple tool to facilitate quick key changes without having to learn new shapes. However, when you start using a capo on the higher frets you unlock a fresh new ...

The gig bag of many guitarists will likely hold a good deal more than the guitar itself. Spare strings, a tuner, some tools, and possibly a capo. The lattermost is used to change the pitch of strings ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Versatility is a characteristic that all guitar players ...

Unlock a world of creativity with our guide to this essential accessory for acoustic and electric guitar, ukulele, 12-string and more When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...