The Stoney Capo for banjos is a must-have accessory for any banjo player. This fifth string capo is coated in red, with a matching red velvet drawstring pouch included for storage. The capo is perfect for depressing the fifth string at the required fret and allows the player to use any fret without compromising functionality.

The best part is, there is no re-tuning required! Plus, since the capo is entirely coated, there is no risk of scratching your banjo. The Stoney Capo is easy to put on and take off and requires no adjustments or redesigns for left-handed banjo players.

With over 700 sold worldwide and a 100% positive review rate, it's the perfect upgrade for your banjo. And if for some reason, you're not satisfied, we offer a 100% no quibble money-back guarantee. Get your Stoney Capo today and take your banjo playing to the next level!

Designed and produced in the UK.

What others have said about the Stoney Capo (Taken from customer reviews left on our capo website):
  • My Stoney 5th string banjo capo arrived this week from the UK. This is an excellent product which is made of high quality materials and stays in place very nicely via a small suction cup which attaches to the back of the banjo neck. It also comes with its own custom made "draw-string" type bag. Great value which cost me about $18.00 US and was made and shipped from the UK.
  • I was looking for a 5th string capo that didn’t have to screw permanently to the neck or require drilling spikes into the fretboard. The Stoney Capo is the instant solution I was after as it is to use on a banjo with a great sentimental value. I wanted to protect the finish and when I saw this had a rubber sucker I knew it was the one for me. I was amazed at the very fast delivery and the whole process from placing the order to it being delivered within a couple of days was a dream. Thank you for an awesome and easy to use piece of kit. - GarryP
  • This is just the best option for a 5th string capo. Nothing nailed or screwed into the neck of your banjo. Easy on and off. Doesn't scratch up your neck. Does a great job of fretting the string down the neck. Amazing that nobody else ever came up with this ingenious idea. It's a simple and effective solution that doesn't harm your instrument and sounds great - Joe T
  • How did it take so long to invent this? Works great so far -- also works as a partial capo for the treble strings! We'll see how well it holds up under stage lights, but for now, I'm very impressed. - Mel V
  • This Stoney capo caught my eye - and on trying it out I find it easier to put on, off and move to different positions than the elastic one.  It's also better made and less likely (in fact, completely unlikely!) to damage the neck of the banjo.  Works a treat!
  • Best 5th string capo I have ever tried and much cheaper than some, many thanks - John 
  • Excellent product. Works well, easy to use and arrived in good time. I'm surprised such a simple solution wasn't thought of sooner. ~ Tom
  • The capo is comfortable, takes up little space, the placement is easy, it holds well on the neck to the different frets, the sound is clear. Very useful! Thank you very much for your kindness. I highly recommend your site. ~ Davide
  • brilliant little capo just the ticket many thanks happy pickin ahead ~ Jed
  • Hello, this message just to let you know that I received my package and I am very happy with this purchase. The capo takes up little space, the placement is easy and it comes off easily, it holds well on the neck to the different frets, the sound is clear, it does not bother the game on the fret concerned. It is reasonably priced (especially for two pieces). Thank you very much for your kindness and efficiency 10/10. I highly recommend your site. ~ Jean
  • "I received my bespoke Stoney capo yesterday and am delighted to say it works! You told me it would be close and it is, but it achieves the desired suction and looks very tidy. I can not begin to thank you enough for your exemplary service and quality of after service care. I have already spoken highly of your product and customer relations to friends and I look forward to many years of use from my new capos and welcome the enquiries about where I got such a unique product with relish Knowing I shall be able to speak of the rather excellent shopping experience you have provided." Rooh M 
  • "I had your capo delivered this morning and tried it out straight away......I own 4 banjos and tried it out on all of them it worked well on all my instruments both at the seventh and ninth frets. So it really does what it says on the tin. Well done!" Robert 

To use simply place the Stoney Capo on the banjo at the required 5th string fret, press lip of capo onto 5th string with your thumb and firmly press the suction cup onto the back of the banjo neck.  As easy as that, a matter of seconds to fit and remove.  No tools required.    

Try it, you won't be disappointed, and with our 30 day no quibble money back guarantee you have nothing to lose.


Please note We are able to adapt the capo to suit narrower necks (where strings are closer together) as well as unusual shaped necks such as the old Buckbee V-shaped neck (please see Rooh M's review above).  If you have been struggling with other 5th string banjo capos, please get in touch with the problems you are having and we will see if we can come up with a bespoke solution for your particular needs.  

In the unlikely event of your not being happy with this 5th string capo, please return to us within 30 days of receipt and we will refund your payment to you as soon as we receive your returned item.  Normal return policies apply.  

Please Note:  This fifth string capo will only work on banjos with a gloss (varnish) finish. The suction cup cannot get an airtight seal on matt natural wood finishes and although some enthusiasts have added clear tape to overcome this problem on matt finishes, we do not recommend you do this.