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Jim Dunlop Curved, Black Guitar Capo
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Brand | JIM DUNLOP |
Color | Black |
Material | Aluminum |
Style | Modern |
Item Weight | 2.3 Grams |
About this item
- Avaiable in flat or curved
- Essential for any guitarist
- Fits most acoustic or electric
- World famous brand
- Made in benicia california
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Easy to use | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.9 | — | 4.4 |
Value for money | 4.4 | 3.5 | 4.7 | 4.9 | — | 4.5 |
Maneuverability | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.6 | — | — |
Sturdiness | — | 4.8 | — | 5.0 | — | 4.3 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Sondery US | Salvori Music | Sondery US | Music Buys | MAGIC MIGO |
compatible devices | electric | electric guitars | ukulele | — | acoustic guitar,electric | acoustic,electric,ukulele |
size | 6- and 12-string guitars | Acoustic pro | — | — | 0 | — |
material | Aluminum | Silicone,Zinc Alloy,Steel,Rosewood | Memory Spring, High Durability Zinc Alloy, Silicone Rubber | Aluminum, Alloy Steel, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) | Aluminum,Chrome,Nickel | Metal |
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Product information
Item Weight | 0.081 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 5.75 x 4.5 x 1 inches |
Country of Origin | USA |
ASIN | B000788VPG |
Item model number | 83CB |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #3,415 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #49 in Guitar Capos |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 13, 2004 |
Color Name | Black |
Compatible Devices | electric |
Material Type | Aluminum |
Musical Style | Rock, blues |
Size | 6- and 12-string guitars |
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My Thoughts on the Dunlop Guitar Capos!
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Product Description
The Dunlop Trigger Capo allows you to quickly and easily change key with a squeeze of the hand. This capo's strong spring-action clamp keeps it firmly in place, while its slim profile ensures that you can play up and down the fingerboard unhindered. Special padding protects your instrument's neck from scratches. Made from lightweight aircraft-grade aluminum, the Trigger Capo is a must on the road when you need to change key on the fly.
From the manufacturer
From picks to pedals and every accessory in between, Dunlop Manufacturing has been creating world-class gear for musicians for 50 years. We consistently create the perfect picks and analog electronics, and carry a large line of accessories that set the industry standards in their respective fields. We have a long list of legendary and current day superstars who all share a passion for our gear. Whether it’s pushing new innovations with our string line, or tweaking classic sounds with our vintage pedals, we live to play live
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Located in Benicia, California, Dunlop Manufacturing, Inc. was founded as a small family-owned and -operated company by Jim Dunlop in 1965. Today, it is a leading innovator of electronics, picks, capos, slides, strings and other music accessories. Home to such legendary products as the Cry Baby Wah, MXR pedals, Tortex Picks, and the Original Trigger Capo, Dunlop offers high performance and a better playing experience to musicians worldwide.
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MXR EFFECTS
Founded in 1972 and part of the Dunlop family since 1988, MXR continues to provide modern innovations alongside the classics.
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PICKS
Since 1965, Dunlop has lead the world in pick design—from classic Nylon and Tortex Picks to innovative Primetone and Flow Picks.
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CAPOS
Our very first offering, Dunlop Capos reflect the innovation, quality, and precision that only 50+ years of experience can provide.
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Preferred by the pros since 1999, Dunlop has everything you need to care for your instrument with confidence.
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CRY BABY WAH PEDALS
Released in 1967, the Cry Baby Wah has continued under Dunlop since 1981 to evolve and help players shape their musical vision.
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Customers like the quality, performance, ease of use, firmness, and value of the capo. For example, they mention it's well made, works well, and easy to use and adjust. Some appreciate the appearance. That said, opinions are mixed on fit and ease of removal.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the capo. They mention that it is well-made, reliable, and durable. Some say that it holds up well with frequent use and is an excellent product.
"...They are easy to use, durable, affordable, and the spring is firm, but not so firm as to significantly throw your strings too sharp...." Read more
"The Gist:Look no further if you're looking for a practical and durable capo.The Story:..." Read more
"This capo is great. I mean they all serve the same purpose and do it effectively, but I can trust this product and I like the seller...." Read more
"...Overall, the Jim Dunlop Trigger capo is pretty good. It is not so tight as the Kyser, and it does not seem to interfere with tuning much at all...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the capo. They mention that it works well on electric and acoustic guitars, and has no performance problems. Some say that it has a perfect bar at every fret and that it will never wear out.
"...something "more useful." This capo does the job simply and does it well. The trigger/spring action is very comfortable on this model...." Read more
"...I still have it and it still works great...." Read more
"...However, it works perfectly fine in both my acoustic and electric guitar. I highly recommend this capo to everybody. I hope this review helps...." Read more
"...It works well as a capo but I’m looking for one that it easier for me to work with. You need a strong grip for these babies." Read more
Customers find the capo easy to use. They say it's simple, fast, and easy to adjust. They also like that it holds the strings down nicely and is easy to secure to the neck. Customers also mention that the trigger/spring action is very comfortable.
"...They are easy to use, durable, affordable, and the spring is firm, but not so firm as to significantly throw your strings too sharp...." Read more
"...The trigger/spring action is very comfortable on this model. It makes for easy maneuvering, while providing a strong hold on the strings...." Read more
"...players have good hand muscles, so there is absolutely no problem handling this capo. This is not an issue...." Read more
"Easy to use, tight grip on strings, no string buzz-" Read more
Customers like the firmness of the capo. They say it holds the strings tightly, with no buzz or loss of tuning. The spring is tough and it holds securely. The design allows for a secure feel in your hand without slippage. It holds all the strings down well and gives excellent sounds. Customers also like that it has the right amount of tightness and that it holds down on all neck sizes.
"...They are easy to use, durable, affordable, and the spring is firm, but not so firm as to significantly throw your strings too sharp...." Read more
"...It makes for easy maneuvering, while providing a strong hold on the strings. The rubber padding is durable...." Read more
"...Overall, the Jim Dunlop Trigger capo is pretty good. It is not so tight as the Kyser, and it does not seem to interfere with tuning much at all...." Read more
"Easy to use, tight grip on strings, no string buzz-" Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the capo. They mention that it's OK for the price and relatively cheap.
"...They are easy to use, durable, affordable, and the spring is firm, but not so firm as to significantly throw your strings too sharp...." Read more
"...close to $14 with free shipping for this capo, and I feel it is a good value. It feels well constructed, like it won't break if I drop it...." Read more
"...Overall:Good PriceGood ConditionSeems legit enoughMetal + Rubber = :DNice SoundNo Damage to guitar" Read more
"...And it's fairly inexpensive (cheaper than buying from a certain Stringed Instrument Center). My only gripe is that it doesn't fit on my acoustic...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the capo. They mention it's sleek, clean, and the best design of capo they have used. The basic design is easy to use and has a nice, strong grip that contours to the guitar. The capo is available in several finishes to match your taste and the profile is cleaner when attached to the Guitar.
"...The capo is sleek looking, and a bit smaller than I was expecting at 3" x 3", but I have no frame of reference for comparison...." Read more
"This capo is very all-around cap. It's made well, and I like this basic design because it's very easy and quick to use...." Read more
"...They definitely look great, but they tend to lose their tension and allow for string buzz after a year or so. That's my experience at least...." Read more
"...is better manufactured (the padding is applied better), the design is more practical, it's quicker to move, the spring is more resiliant, and let's..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the capo. Some mention that it does fit and is easy to remove, while others say that it doesn't even fit comfortably. The grip is tight but not too tight that you need to squeeze the heck. The fit and finish seems like quality, but some say that the cap doesn''t sit comfortably across all the strings. It can be a little stiff to put on and remove.
"...beat for one-handed use and quick capo position changes, and its slender profile means it can be placed fairly close behind the fret without getting..." Read more
"...only issue is the spring that keeps the grip is not durable, the grip is loose now.Expected a better quality" Read more
"...It feels well constructed, like it won't break if I drop it. The capo fits nice and tight on all six strings...." Read more
"...It fits very nicely on the necks of my Fender, Gibson and Martin guitars. It is very protective of the back of the neck and the frets of my guitars...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of removal of the guitar clamp. Some mention that it's easy to take off and put on, while others say that it takes quite a bit of brute force to get it on the guitar and needs too much strength to install.
"Very good quality and works as it should. Easy on, easy off. Puts good pressure on strings and results in no buzzing of strings...." Read more
"...It comes off and goes on easily and it seems stable and durable enough to last couple years...." Read more
"This is a bit difficult to manipulate for those of us on the north side of 60...." Read more
"...It goes on easily,comes off easily and does not mar the finish of my guitar. Downside, seems like it does not put enough pressure on all the strings...." Read more
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Look no further if you're looking for a practical and durable capo.
The Story:
After playing guitar for a few years, I noticed this interesting little clamp that some guitarist would have on their guitars. I wasn't sure what it was for, so (like most reasonable internet users) I searched a few YouTube videos for how and why to use it. Needless to say, I saw how cool this little device was and how it could really add new sounds to my playing.
The Details:
You can't get too complicated when it comes to a device that is meant to hold down strings on a fretboard. Surprisingly, I've had experiences with some capo that do just that - they complicate this simple design in hopes of creating something "more useful." This capo does the job simply and does it well. The trigger/spring action is very comfortable on this model. It makes for easy maneuvering, while providing a strong hold on the strings. The rubber padding is durable. I've had two of these for years, and they have never needed replacement (I've only replaced them when I lost them). Just an overall good product.
The Verdict:
For the casual to performance level musician who needs a dependable capo for when you want to play a C in G formation, go with the Jim Dunlop 83CB.
Also, about the toughness of the capo to open.. I think Dunlop knows what they are doing. A good capo must be strong enough to hold all the strings down evenly and with enough pressure to not leave any room for buzzing, and it must be strong enough to last an extended amount of time. I can easily take it with one hand and open it and slap it on my guitar neck, and I can move it around while still on my neck too. It really isn't that difficult, and I don't think people complaining about this capo really have any knowledge of capos or experience with other capos. However, if pressure really is an issue for you, check out Shubb capos. They have adjustable tensions and you move it around on your neck and lock it closed when you know which fret you want to play on, but this option 1)takes longer to move around since it's adjustable and 2)is more than twice the price. It is a solid product though.
It is a bit fiddly and a bit bulky compared to the Kyser capo, but if speed of repositioning is not an issue, this capo would be a good one, especially for recording, but a Shubb would probably be best for that purpose. The Jim Dunlop Trigger capo has a more ergonomic adjustment mechanism than that of the Kyser and poses less of a damage hazard to one's guitar.
The first capo I bought was a black Kyser capo, purchased in 1993. I still have it and it still works great. It is a little on the tight side and might interfere a bit with tuning, but I would much rather have a capo that is too tight than one that is too loose. The Kyser cannot be beat for one-handed use and quick capo position changes, and its slender profile means it can be placed fairly close behind the fret without getting in the way of one's fretting hand.
The only caveat is that one should always be extremely careful handling a piece of spring-loaded aircraft aluminum near a premium guitar. If the Kyser capo slips out of your hand when the spring is compressed, it could do a little damage to your guitar, so hold on tightly and keep those hands from getting to sweaty and oily!
I am glad I did not purchase a G7th Nashville capo as many reviews seem to suggest that it is loose compared with the Jim Dunlop Trigger capo, and to me, the Jim Dunlop Trigger capo is almost too lose for my tastes!
Good luck with your purchases. For absolute precision and safety, the Shubb capos are the best as the tension can be adjusted, and they are very slim in their profile. They are fiddly and require two hands for adjustment, but once you have them in place, they are perfect. That is why I have one for my nylon-string (classical) guitar (Alvarez-Yairi CY-116).
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Reviewed in Canada on December 26, 2022
It is quite stiff so you need some strength to release it. Perhaps not for small kids then.
Produit de qualité, solide, embrasse bien les six cordes, bien "molletonné" pour ne pas abîmer le manche de la guitare. Force de serrage impeccable, s'ajuste tout simplement sans besoin de chercher la position idéale.
Produit tout à fait recommandable.
Le seul point négatif fut le délais de livraison (plusieurs mois ! ) mais point très positif, le vendeur désolé de ce contretemps m'a remboursé, rubis sur l'ongle le montant de ma commande,et m'a indiqué que si je finissais par recevoir ce produit , je devrai le considérer comme un cadeau de sa part.
Donc je recommande, à la fois le produit , mais je recommande surtout le vendeur qui a fait preuve d'une grande gentillesse et qualité commerciale.