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Product information

Item Weight

0.081 ounces

Product Dimensions

5.75 x 4.5 x 1 inches

ASIN

B000788VPG

Item model number

83CB

Customer Reviews

4.6 2,220 ratings

4.6 out of 5 stars

Best Sellers Rank

#21,268 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
#164 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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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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Easy to use	4.6	4.8	4.7	4.9	—	4.4
Value for money	4.4	4.1	4.7	4.9	—	4.5
Maneuverability	4.6	4.8	4.8	4.6	—	—
Sturdiness	—	4.8	—	5.0	—	4.4
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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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4.6 out of 5

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Customers like the quality, firmness, performance, appearance and value of the capo. For example, they mention it's a solid product, holds the strings tightly, works well and has a sleek design. Some are happy with value, sound quality, and ease of use. That said, opinions are mixed on fit.

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420 customers mention414 positive6 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the capo. They mention that it works well on their electric and acoustic guitars, and that it has no performance problems. Some say that it fits great and that they get a perfect barr at every fret.

"...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

"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

"...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

335 customers mention305 positive30 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the capo. They mention that it is a solid product, reliable, and long-lasting. Some say that it holds up with frequent use and is made by Dunlop, which is the highest standard in musical accessories.

"...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

"...It is a solid product though." 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

259 customers mention230 positive29 negative

Customers like the ease of use of the capo. They say it goes on easily, comes off easily, and does not mar the finish of their guitar. It's very light and it's easy to install and remove quickly. Some say it clips on easily and holds strings down nicely. They also mention that it'll hold the strings down tightly yet is easy to reposition. Overall, most are happy with the ease and quickness of use.

"...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

158 customers mention132 positive26 negative

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. Some like that it's the right amount of tightness, and it stays still even if you accidentally bump it.

"...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

147 customers mention138 positive9 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the capo. They say it's okay 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

70 customers mention63 positive7 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the capo. They mention it is sleek, simple, and contours to their guitar. They also appreciate the smooth black finish and the variety of finishes to match their taste.

"...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

"...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

"...It's easy to secure it to the neck so you get a nice, clean sound...." Read more

54 customers mention46 positive8 negative

Customers like the sound quality of the capo. For example, they mention it produces a nice, clean sound, has good intonation, and produces s a crisp noise. It holds intona tion across the entire width and is a great way to change up what you hear. Some say it's inexpensive and a good way to use it up and down.

"...The guitar has a nice natural sound to it after use of the capo and it's a great price.I tried the Pencil ghetto capo and it was good too...." Read more

"...It clams onto the string tightly giving excellent sounds...." Read more

"...Sounds and work's beautifully.Packaging was not to hard to open...." Read more

"This capo functional and durable. It doesn't affect the sound of the guitar, and produces really clear music...." Read more

85 customers mention52 positive33 negative

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 out of it. The finish seems like quality, and it's small. However, some say that the cap does not sit comfortably across all the strings and that 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

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CaptainAJ

Only Dunlop!

Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2024

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I’ve used many capo brands, but Dunlop capos are the ones I prefer and will only use after years of playing. They are easy to use, durable, affordable, and the spring is firm, but not so firm as to significantly throw your strings too sharp. Dunlop does it right!

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Caudillo_AMZ

Easy to use and dependable.

Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2016

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The Gist:
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.

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Steve

Very impressed with shipping time. Effective capo, and very cheap!

Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2013

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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. I got the product with 2 days free shipping, but recieved it the next morning. Dunlop shipped the product not even 2 hours after I placed the order, so I am impressed. I couldn't even have run to my local music shop in that much time with my hectic schedule. Good job on staying on top of your stuff, Dunlop!

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.

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AndrewCB

Jim Dunlop Trigger Guitar Capo

Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2012

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I bought a Jim Dunlop Trigger capo as an alternative to the Kyser capos I use on my steel-string acoustic and electric guitars, and to the Shubb capo I use on my nylon-string guitar. 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. On the neck of my 6-string acoustic (Wechter Pathmaker Elite, #27), it has to be positioned very carefully with two hands to make sure it is tight enough on the bass strings while being angled somewhat towards the nut on the treble string side so that it does not interfere with one's fretting hand.

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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P1Darrell

Good strong clamp

Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2024

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Good reliable capo, Spring force is constant but elastomer pad will eventually wear out

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Jonathan de Magalhaes

One of the best capos out there

Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2024

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Definitely one of the best capos out there.

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D. Wolf

Outstanding accessory

Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2024

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Best capo out there. Long lasting and built for quick, accurate key changes.

Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2012

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This is a perfect guitar capo. I can't really understand how this item can receive less than a 5 stars review. It's made by Dunlop, which is the highest standard in musical accessories, and it does what it is supposed to be doing just perfectly. Dunlop is an American company with headquarters in Benicia, CA. The package of this item does not specify if it is made in the USA or elsewhere, though. All guitar players have good hand muscles, so there is absolutely no problem handling this capo. This is not an issue. This product is a trigger capo acoustic, which means it is designed for acoustic or classic guitars. However, it works perfectly fine in both my acoustic and electric guitar. I highly recommend this capo to everybody. I hope this review helps. Thanks for reading.

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Ryan

Gran calidad

Reviewed in Mexico on November 28, 2023

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El mejor que he tenido

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AmazonCustomer

Good Quality

Reviewed in Canada on December 26, 2022

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Good quality capo, similar in quality to other capos I own and use.

Roy John

Works well and easy to use

Reviewed in India on December 15, 2022

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Excellent capo. Have used it for a long time. Easy to use and durable.

L. Appleby

Ottimo capotasto.

Reviewed in Italy on August 7, 2022

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Ottimo capotasto - vale la pena la spesa in più.

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Marc Cawood

Pricey but worth it

Reviewed in Germany on April 26, 2022

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I got this capo many years back and it’s been excellent. It’s quite expensive so I made the mistake of trying some cheap Chinese copies and badly regretted it. If you want it to last go with the Dunlop.

It is quite stiff so you need some strength to release it. Perhaps not for small kids then.

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Color	Black
Material	Aluminum
Style	Modern
Item Weight	2.3 Grams

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