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Post by cottonopolis on Nov 25, 2015 14:22:48 GMT
Following on from the `Blue Chip` pick thread. Having looked around tinternet, I didn`t realise that there was such a choice. I have also started getting a few strumming songs under my belt, having found a plastic pick in one of my draws. I haven`t a clue what make or thickness it is, just that it has a big cannabis plant motif So, what picks do forum members use for guitar, for strumming or flatpicking, ie; brand, thickness and material. Also, what difference does the material the pick is made from relate to the sound produced. Another point, the bloody thing keeps slipping out of my hand. Cheers Steve.
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Post by Martin on Nov 25, 2015 14:35:38 GMT
Apart from the Blue Chip then if I need a pick, I use Dunlop Ultex (various thicknesses). I find these produce a nice tone and don't fall through the fingers as easily as some.
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Post by cottonopolis on Nov 25, 2015 14:52:56 GMT
Thanks for that Martin, the need for one that stays in my hand is vital
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Post by leoroberts on Nov 25, 2015 15:13:07 GMT
Yup Dunlop every time for me...
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Post by ocarolan on Nov 25, 2015 15:27:25 GMT
This - ...nice material, big enough to get a grip on, big enough and thin enoughto be able to flex between thumb and two fingers for an effectively stiffer pick when required, and, best of all, three picks for the price of one. Keith
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Post by missclarktree on Nov 25, 2015 16:51:58 GMT
This - ... big enough to get a grip on, big enough and thin enoughto be able to flex between thumb and two fingers for an effectively stiffer pick when required Keith I'm not even going to mention that. No, I won't let myself be corrupted by gutter minds.
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Post by Riverman on Nov 25, 2015 17:27:54 GMT
This - ... big enough to get a grip on, big enough and thin enoughto be able to flex between thumb and two fingers for an effectively stiffer pick when required Keith I'm not even going to mention that. No, I won't let myself be corrupted by gutter minds.
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Post by Wild Violet on Nov 25, 2015 17:35:26 GMT
My favourite (besides the Blue Chip) are Papa's picks. I have three that I use quite a bit. papasproducts.com/If I'm going to a session then I'll take something I don't mind losing - standard Dunlop nylon in the heavier gauges.
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Post by cottonopolis on Nov 25, 2015 17:59:23 GMT
Three for the price of one! Sounds good Keith. I will have a look at the different Dunlops, and see which ones have a bit of grip. The papas look nice. What tone difference is there with these when compared to the nylon picks? Cheers.
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Post by ocarolan on Nov 25, 2015 18:22:45 GMT
Three for the price of one! Sounds good Keith. I will have a look at the different Dunlops, and see which ones have a bit of grip. The papas look nice. What tone difference is there with these when compared to the nylon picks? Cheers. ...to my ears the attack from the nylon ones seem more "rubbery". Not unpleasant, but most nylon ones are too small for me! Keith
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Post by Wild Violet on Nov 25, 2015 18:22:53 GMT
The papas look nice. What tone difference is there with these when compared to the nylon picks? Cheers. They are very mellow and warm sounding. Great for flatpicking, they help give a real vintage tone. Supposed to be very close to tortoiseshell. I love them.
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Post by ocarolan on Nov 25, 2015 18:27:30 GMT
This - ... big enough to get a grip on, big enough and thin enoughto be able to flex between thumb and two fingers for an effectively stiffer pick when required Keith I'm not even going to mention that. No, I won't let myself be corrupted by gutter minds. Believe it or not, no innuendo intended! I find it easier to have a thinner pick for strummage and a thicker one for single note stuff. By flexing a thinner pick I can achieve something of the characteristics of a thicker one without changing implement. There, think I managed to avoid any potentially controversial words ..... Keith
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Post by grayn on Nov 25, 2015 19:06:30 GMT
Other than fingers, whatever string instrument I play,I always use a grey, Jim Dunlop, USA Nylon, 73mm, plectrum.
Luv 'em.
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Post by cottonopolis on Nov 25, 2015 19:16:51 GMT
I'm not even going to mention that. No, I won't let myself be corrupted by gutter minds. Believe it or not, no innuendo intended! I find it easier to have a thinner pick for strummage and a thicker one for single note stuff. By flexing a thinner pick I can achieve something of the characteristics of a thicker one without changing implement. There, think I managed to avoid any potentially controversial words ..... Keith Phew!! You did well under pressure there Keith
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Post by cottonopolis on Nov 25, 2015 19:18:00 GMT
The papas look nice. What tone difference is there with these when compared to the nylon picks? Cheers. They are very mellow and warm sounding. Great for flatpicking, they help give a real vintage tone. Supposed to be very close to tortoiseshell. I love them. Thanks for that WV
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