Fingerboard Stories

3 Capo Classics Every Guitarist Should Know

When it comes to writing great songs, a capo is a seriously useful tool...we’re running through three bona fide classics that feature guitars played with capos. And, because these are songs that every guitarist should have in their arsenal, we’ve included links to the guitar tabs as well. 

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A Little Care Goes A Long Way
I love my battle-worn Norman ST-40 acoustic guitar. The cedar top gives it a warm sound, and a proper initial setup by a good luthier in my area has it playing like a dream. However, thanks to the drier winters...
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How To Use a Guitar Capo Chart (Chord + Key Guide)

The small, but mighty capo is a seriously useful tool to have in your gig bag.

It opens up your fretboard, means you can learn lots of songs without learning complicated chords, and makes transposing songs into different keys a breeze.
Capos are great for making guitar playing simple. But, figuring out which fret to place your capo on can sometimes be confusing.

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3 Ways a Capo Can Unlock Your Guitar Playing

I’m always surprised when I meet guitarists that overlook the massive potential of their Capo.  It’s an amazing tool that opens the door for many new sonic possibilities. Check out these 3 WAYS that the small, but mighty Capo can unlock your guitar playing...

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Step On Simplicity!
You’ve probably heard this from other people, but it bears repeating: we live in a golden age of guitar technology! Between the multiple options for high-quality instruments (from inexpensive to ridiculously expensive), amplifier modelling technology, quality tube and transistor amplifiers, and pedal builders building pedals galore, we have more choice!
 
However, like a kid in a candy store, it’s easy to fall into the trap of wanting one of everything and eventually end up with too much, especially when it comes to pedals.
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