Double Bass C Extension capo noise

[Bassguyrob]

Hey all,

What is everyone doing to keep their capos from squeaking when you turn them? They need a certain amount of resistance so graphite seems counter productive.

 

[robobass]

It depends on how it's made. Do you have the type where a 1/4" cap screw goes through a wood finger? Show us a picture. In this case the resistance comes from pressure from the screw head. There may be washers which have worn, etc. In this case I think graphite is what you need. You just have to tighten it back down afterward at the right place to provide the desired resistance.

 

[Bassguyrob]

 

[robobass]

Nice work! Yes, I think just a little graphite where the ebony contacts the metal, both top and bottom, then retighten to where the resistance is optimal.