Shubb S1 Capo
The Shubb S1 has been a studio standard since 1980. Its unique roller mechanism allows micro-adjustments to tension, making it the choice of recording engineers and session players who demand perfect intonation.
Unlike spring-loaded capos, the Shubb stays where you put it. Once you dial in the right tension for your guitar, it remains consistent fret after fret. The soft rubber padding is gentle on finishes, and the solid brass construction means it will last decades.
The Shubb S1 is the thinking player's capo. While it's not as quick as a spring clamp, the precision and consistency it offers make it indispensable in the studio and for players who can hear when things aren't quite right. At around $25, it's competitively priced and will last a lifetime.
- ✓Micro-adjustable tension via roller mechanism
- ✓Stays perfectly in place once set
- ✓Solid brass construction - extremely durable
- ✓Soft rubber padding protects finish
- ✓Consistent performance across all frets
- ✓Studio standard for 40+ years
- ✓Works on acoustic and electric
- ✗Requires two hands to adjust
- ✗Roller mechanism has a learning curve
- ✗Slightly heavier than spring capos
- ✗More expensive than basic options
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