Capodasters
I build my own capos because standard free-swinging capos never felt stable enough for my playing. During pull-offs, hammer-ons, and more expressive techniques, I wanted a capo that stays firmly in place and feels like part of the instrument.
Instead of hanging from the strings, my capo rests directly on the neck, similar to the nut. This creates a stable foundation for the strings and helps transfer vibration into the instrument, improving sustain, tone, and overall reliability.
Each capo is handmade from brass and designed for instruments with the right string setup. When the fit is right, it offers a solid, precise, and musical alternative to standard capos.
FACTS AND FEATURES
- No capo movement while playing
- Improved tone and sustain
- Easy one-handed use
- Adjustable string pressure
- More space for the left-hand pinky
Compatibility
For optimal performance, my capo requires a nearly parallel string height between the 2nd and 9th fret, as shown in the picture. Unlike standard free-swinging capos, it rests directly on the neck, similar to the nut, which provides stability and supports tone and sustain.
If the string height differs by more than 1 mm between these frets, the capo may lose contact with the fretboard when used higher up the neck and may bounce while playing. In that case, I recommend using a commercially available standard capo.
If your instrument is within the required range, my custom handmade brass capo offers a precise, stable, and high-quality alternative to conventional capos.
What's In the box?
- Capo custom built for your instrument
- multiple fitting pads for the best fit between capo and instrument
- Spare parts
- 5-year warranty
How the capo is made
Get your own capo
If you are interested in having your own custom handmade capo, please use the link below to send me an inquiry.