And if you're anything like me, you've probably bought (and lost) more guitar capos than you would like to admit. But here is the thing – a capo doesn't just have to be a crutch for your vocal range. A simple move up the neck can open up new voicings, textures, and moods you would never get from standard open chords. Honestly, some of my favorite riffs and song ideas came from just slapping a capo on and seeing what happens. Revoicing your guitar’s toneOne of the simplest ways to unlock new sounds from your guitar is by slapping a capo high up the neck.