1. What is the “Transpo Capo”?

The Transpo Capo™ is a patented acoustic guitar capo that features both a cut capo and a standard capo (standard capo refers to a regular six(6) string acoustic guitar).

2. Is the transpo capo only for people who can’t play guitar or too lazy to learn?

Great question and the answer is ABSOLUTELY NOT! The Transpo Capo is used by a variety of players worldwide ranging from beginning guitarists to advanced guitarists, from aspiring songwriters to studio musicians to worship leaders and everyone in between. Rather than viewing the Transpo Capo or any Capo as a crutch, we think of the Transpo Capo as just another tool that acoustic guitarists can use to express themselves, especially for players who play in a band with 2 or 3 guitars. C’mon is there anything more boring than listening to three guitars all chiming away using the same chords and fingerings?

For beginners, the Transpo Capo allows immediate opportunities to get into the guitar and start enjoying playing simple chords and strumming patterns as they ease into the guitar playing fundamentals. The Transpo Capo is also used by musicians with hand/finger disabilities that would otherwise prevent them from playing and enjoying the guitar.

For songwriters who do not need to or want to “master” the guitar but require just a simple method in learning quick and simple chord structures to augment and inspire their songwriting, the Transpo Capo is a perfect choice.

For advanced players/professional players who are looking to take their guitar playing to the next level by experimenting with alternative tunings and new chord structures and voicings, the Transpo Capo can be that tool.

For worship leaders who desire more to concentrate more on “leading” their congregation to heartfelt worship instead of worrying about complex chord structures and want to create an atmosphere that is conducive to worship by providing a rich and open guitar sound, the Transpo Capo is helping countless worship leaders worldwide accomplish this.

With the Transpo Capo, you are only limited by your imagination and creativity!

3. How does the Transpo Capo work?

The Transpo Capo consists of two main portions, the front portion which contains a short-cut capo and a back portion which contains a standard capo. On a standard tuned guitar, the back portion or the “standard capo” side functions as a standard capo and clamps down on all six(6) strings, while the front portion or the “short-cut” capo side, is designed in a way to only clamp down the (A), (D), and (G) strings of the guitar but allowing the Low-E, (B) and(High-E) strings to remain open. So the result is a suspended 4th chord when the strings are played open. In other words, the Transpo Capo provides the same intervals in a typical DADGAD alternate tuning but allows the guitar to stay in a typical standard tuning (EADGBE).

Because of this, the Transpo Capo allows the guitarist to play certain chords with simplified fingerings, often with only 1 or 2 fingers, and suddenly provides access to alternate tunings and different chords that were once difficult if not impossible to achieve.

4. Can the guitar remain in Standard Tuning when using the Transpo Capo?

Yes, absolutely. There is no need to re-tune your guitar to different notes to enjoy using the Transpo Capo. In fact, because of its configuration, the Transpo Capo does all the work for you. Simply put the Transpo Capo on the guitar fret of choice to access alternate chords and new chord structures. When the Transpo Capo is removed, the guitar returns to its original standard tuning.

Of course, the Transpo Capo can also be used on guitars that are not set at standard tuning. Experiment and discover your own new chords, the boundaries are limitless with the Transpo Capo.

5. Can the Transpo Capo be used as a regular standard capo?

Yes. The Transpo Capo was designed to be a multi-purpose capo. By simply reversing or flipping the Transpo Capo around on the guitar, it can be used as a regular standard capo.

6. What kind of Guitars can the Transpo Capo be used on?

The Transpo Capo is designed for use on all acoustic guitars. Although, the Transpo Capo has been tested successfully on a majority of acoustic guitars, it is best used on acoustic guitars with a relatively flat fingerboard radius.

7. Who is using the Transpo Capo?

A variety of people, artists and institutions are enjoying the benefits of the Transpo Capo. For example, music schools are using the Transpo Capo as a great teaching tool for beginning guitarists, worship leaders at churches across the nation are using the Transpo Capo to simplify their playing style in order to concentrate on other aspects of leading, guitar artists are using the Transpo Capo to explore new chord structures and access new sounds as a tool in their songwriting.

8. Are there instructions or a tutorial on how to use the Transpo Capo?

Yes. Each Transpo Capo comes with an instruction booklet and beginning chords. In addition, users can soon view and download a hands on web-video tutorial that shows how to use the Transpo Capo.

9. Where can I purchase the Transpo Capo?

The Transpo Capo can be purchased directly on our website at www.transpocapo.com

10. How much is the Transpo Capo?

$34.99, plus shipping & handling.

11. What shipping methods do you use?

Individual orders are shipped U.S. First Class Mail.
Fed Ex or UPS or Overnight delivery is provided upon request.

12. Is there a return policy?

Absolutely. If after 30 days of use of the Transpo Capo, you are not completely satisfied with the product, please return it to us for a 100% refund*, no questions asked.

13. Are there any testimonials or reviews of the Transpo Capo?

Yes. The Transpo Capo has received rave reviews from a variety of trade publications including Acoustic- UK and The Alternative Press. In addition, upcoming reviews from Acoustic Guitar and Worship Leader Magazine are expected soon. Please see here and here to view and download some of the reviews and read other testimonials from other users.

14. Contact Information?

For retailers/distributors questions, please contact sales@transpocapo.com
For general questions/comments, please contact info@transpocapo.com

 

*excluding shipping & handling costs, and 10% restocking fee