Question 1

I play live shows and need a QUICK change, like one movement, one hand, one second.  Will this work?

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After a few times using it, it does become pretty fast to put it on/take it off/move it, using a quick turn of the tension screw with one hand ... but I don't really think it's going to ever work the way you're hoping (i.e. one movement, one second).  Realistically, it would be more like a 2-3 second change at best.  The Kyser would be perfect for that, but in my experience, it has too much tension and throws the tuning off.  The Shubb ukulele capo might be a good compromise ... adjustable tension and quicker clamp/release.

Question 2

does it need a  reinforce neck

Accepted Answer

It doesn't need anything. Works great.

Question 3

Finish Damage? I used it once, worked GREAT! but when I took it off it left a streak where the finish came off my neck. :-(

Accepted Answer

This may be due to the type of finish used on the guitar. Most guitars are finished using Polyurethane lacquer - it's hard, easy to apply, and can be applied in states and countries where regulation prohibits other types of finish such as nitrocellulose. It does not react with vinyl or rubber, and is found on guitars of all price levels. The same cannot be said of nitrocellulose (or the celluloid used in some vintage pickguards and picks), which is very reactive and care must be taken when choosing what products to use on instruments finished in nitro lacquer.This isn't a flaw in the product design or materials, but it may well prove worthwhile for potential buyers to check whether their instrument is finished in Nitrocellulose lacquer or Polyurethane and investigate products accordingly. If no finish type is stated on a new instrument, it is generally safe to assume polyurethane, in which case most products should present no risk.

Question 4

Can I use this as a partial capo on a 6 string to get 4 strings?

Accepted Answer

The Planet Wave NS "Drop Tune" Capo can do both 4 or 5 outer strings on my acoustic guitars.  I've modified another one to do 3 outer strings.

Product Dimensions	9.53 x 1.91 x 17.78 cm; 9.07 g
Item model number	Black
Body Material	Aluminum
Colour	Multi
Material	Aluminium
Size	1 Pack
Item Weight	9.07 g
Manufacturer	D'Addario & Co INC
Imported By	Times Lifestyle, WZ-508C, Basai Darapur, New Delhi - 110015

D'Addario NS Ukulele Capo Pro

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