Question 1

Which is better,  the artist or the tri action?

Accepted Answer

I've only ever used the Artist. The bulk of the hardware is above the fret board, out of the way of the back of your hand. It's easy to use and the range of tension adjustment is prefect. The Tri Action has the release lever behind the neck, right where your hand is if you're playing chords anywhere near it; I can't imagine that not being an annoyance. I never tried a one, but don't plan on ever using anything but the Artist.

Question 2

Is it genuine?

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I cant speak for other sellers, but shipped and sold by our company FretNation is a brand new genuine product from D'Addario / Planet Waves. We are a full line authorized dealer.

Question 3

when i am done with the capo i like to clamp it to headstock.  can you clamp this capo to the headstock when not in use?

Accepted Answer

I’m not sure if others approve of this storage method, but I’ve been clamping the capo to the headstock for over a year with no discernible damage. When clamping it to the headstock, I always have the flatter string bar on the front. The hard ‘rubber’ padding seems to prevent any issues.

Question 4

Does the tension adjuster really help keep the guitar in tune? Most capos detune the guitar.

Accepted Answer

The tension may not actually be what is detuning your guitar.  Different fret boards have a different radius, so the curvature of the capo used may make more of a difference than the tightness (not that the tightness of a capo doesn't detune guitars, it totally can!).  The type of capo that works on a Martin may not work well on a Taylor, etc.  I have a Larrivee OM-03, that has a slightly less curved fret board than other guitars, and this capo works well for that guitar.  I also have a Paige capo that works well on my Voyage-Air, but is terrible for my Larrivee (even though the tension on it is also adjustable).

ASIN	B00GTSM8FW
Best Sellers Rank	#136 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #6 in Guitar Capos
Body Material Type	Aluminum
Brand Name	D'Addario
Color	Black
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (611)
Global Trade Identification Number	00019954971175
Grip Material	Aluminum
Included Components	Integrated pick holder, D’Addario Mini/Micro Tuner mounting bracket
Instrument	Acoustic Guitar
Item Dimensions	5.5 x 0.13 x 7 inches
Item Type Name	Integrated Pick Holder
Item Weight	0.06 Kilograms
Manufacturer	D'Addario &Co. Inc
Manufacturer Part Number	PW-CP-10
Material Type	Aluminum
Model Name	Single Hand Use
Model Number	Black
Product Style	Trigger
Size	Acoustic & Electric
UPC	019954971175
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Warranty Description	Replaced if defective.

D'Addario Artist Capo, Black (PW-CP-10)

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