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Re: Guitar picks

null@example.com (Zurf) — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 18:38:54 +0000

zguitar wrote:

Zurf wrote:
naolslager wrote:
now that my right hand technique has developed some I can use heavier pick and make a LOT more noise.
That's what I like to hear.
Isn't that what amps are for??????

My favorite places to play haven't got any juice for amps. I've got an electric here that hasn't been plugged in since I got it set up a couple years ago. I just keep it tuned up in case all of a sudden I think I'm Eric Clapton.

- Zurf

Re: Guitar picks

null@example.com (JJ ember) — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 17:11:30 +0000

Have any of you ever heard of a shark fin pick? I got one time and thought it was pretty cool. They also have this cool pick called a jellyfish pick that is actully made from guitar strings and they sound really cool. My main pick name brand that I like is called " Everly star picks" They have a hole in the center and have great grip. They come in different thickness so you could probly find what works for you. I do have a few fender picks too and there fairly good.

Re: Guitar picks

null@example.com (tubatooter1940) — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:00:31 +0000

Triangular picks are nice because you have three playing tips. It doesn't matter which way you pick it up. You have two more tips if one breaks.

Re: Guitar picks

null@example.com (bunbun) — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:43:34 +0000

I started off using some orange Dunlops recommended by "the guy" at Guitar Center. One day I came upon a large, white, triangular pick (On the floor of an airport!), picked it up and tried it on my acoustic when I got home. I loved it. Turned out to be a Clayton Acetal rounded triangular pick. I bought some and use them exclusively now.

For some reason I can "find" the strings better with them than a regular pick and they produce a better sound than the Dunlops.

http://www.guitarcenter.com/Clayton-Ace … 1123535.gc

Re: Guitar picks

null@example.com (zguitar) — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 02:06:31 +0000

Zurf wrote:

naolslager wrote:
now that my right hand technique has developed some I can use heavier pick and make a LOT more noise.
That's what I like to hear.

Isn't that what amps are for??????

Re: Guitar picks

null@example.com (Zurf) — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:49:35 +0000

naolslager wrote:

now that my right hand technique has developed some I can use heavier pick and make a LOT more noise.

That's what I like to hear.

Re: Guitar picks

null@example.com (naolslager) — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:07:53 +0000

Wedgie 0.5mm. They have a divot for the thumb and are cross-hatched. One could play while riding on a space shuttle during liftoff and not drop the pick!

Initially I played with the thinnest picks I could find but now that my right hand technique has developed some I can use heavier pick and make a LOT more noise.

I've considered buying a pick punch to make my own picks out of credit cards, etc.

Picks are as debatable as guitar woods, string brands, etc. I suppose that's half the fun. The other half is buying/selling, and the third half is actually playing the instrument.

Re: Guitar picks

null@example.com (whitewater55) — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:41:07 +0000

Dunlops - nylon, lighter guages are my pick of choice.
Mostly 'cos they're cheap. I have about 100 or so in stock at any given time.

Re: Guitar picks

null@example.com (Baldguitardude) — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 05:49:48 +0000

They are a bit slick if your hands get sweaty. Other than that I love 'em.

Re: Guitar picks

null@example.com (tubatooter1940) — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 04:53:38 +0000

http://www.bing.com/search?q=snarling+d … amp;sk=AS5

They have a crosshatch top and appear to be made of nylon.

I can get PURPLE ones at a reasonable price.
Gonna try some. Thank you AccoustikNoyz.
toots

Re: Guitar picks

null@example.com (tubatooter1940) — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 04:47:52 +0000

AccoustikNoyz wrote:

The Snarling Dogs Brain Picks feature a gritty grip surface to prevent slipping and memory tips for accurate picking. One dozen picks in a reusable tin. Available in the following gauges/colors:.53mm/green.60mm/purple.73mm/red.88mm/black1.00mm/grey1.14mm/orange

Never heard of "The Snarling Dogs Brain Picks" in all my life.
With a name like that they gotta be good.
Research begins immediamente!

Re: Guitar picks

null@example.com (Baldguitardude) — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 23:39:14 +0000

I've used those. They sound awesome.

Re: Guitar picks

null@example.com (AccoustikNoyz) — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:22:03 +0000

I use Brain Picks and whenever I tried other brands always come back. Try the Purple (.60mm) though I use the Red which is a little thicker. I think the Purple will be easy to hold lightly and soften up the strum.

The Snarling Dogs Brain Picks feature a gritty grip surface to prevent slipping and memory tips for accurate picking. One dozen picks in a reusable tin. Available in the following gauges/colors:.53mm/green.60mm/purple.73mm/red.88mm/black1.00mm/grey1.14mm/orange

Re: Guitar picks

null@example.com (Baldguitardude) — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:59:15 +0000

I use 1 mil tortex or 1+ mil nylon. I find the grip awesome and the sound (particularly from the nylon) is quite warm.

Re: Guitar picks

null@example.com (Newbie Dean) — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14:43:20 +0000

My buddy that got me started with guitar makes his own picks. He cuts them out of Crisco can lids and puts a wrap of duct tape around where he grips. He also holds his pick with a 3-finger grip that it curls between his fingers and thumb. I have a few I made and use them along with "store-bought" picks depending on the music I'm playing.