Detail 01
Drop D cut
The pad covers only five strings. Clamp at the second fret and the open low E sits a whole step below.
Product detailSKU #1273887995307
KyserDrop D Capo
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Spring capo cut to clamp five strings and leave the low E open, giving drop-D voicings in standard tuning. For players who want drop D without retuning.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rock and acoustic players who want drop D mid-set
- Songs needing a droning low root under standard fingerings
- Avoiding a retune between songs on one guitar
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who just want a straight full capo for key changes
- Anyone playing in true drop D who needs the low string down a step
- 12-string, banjo or mandolin necks
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Quick-change spring clamp
One-handed on and off, no screw to adjust. Fast enough to use between songs.
Detail 03
Fixed spring tension
Preset pressure. Fast and firm, but it can pull the fretted strings slightly sharp.
Detail 04
Partial coverage design
Only works as intended in one orientation. Flipped or misplaced, it mutes the wrong strings.
Detail 05
Clamp-style body
Clips onto the headstock between songs so it stays with the guitar.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is a partial capo — it will not work as a normal full capo
- 02Check tuning after clamping; the low E stays where standard tuning left it
- 03Line the cut up with the low string or you will mute it
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How is this different from a regular capo?
The pad is cut short so it presses five strings and skips the low E. That gives you drop-D style voicings without dropping the tuning.
02Where do I put it on the neck?
Second fret is the usual spot. That raises the five covered strings a whole step while the low E stays open, a whole step below the new root.
03Can I use it as a normal capo?
No. The cut leaves one string uncovered, so a full six-string capo is a separate purchase.
04Does it fit electric and acoustic?
Yes, it is built for standard 6-string necks either way. Very wide or flat necks are the exception.
