Picks

[Simon Says]

Inspired by the other forum thread when we discussed big bucks guitar picks, I decided to start a new one where we can share our collections.

I don't have fancy, expensive picks. I have a deal in the works with László, though I'm happy with what I use, although spending the asking price for Blue Chip is something I consider.

I don't consider myself a pick collector, and only recently, after I cleaned the shithole, I called my mancave (manhole?) I started the habit of putting my random stash into one place.

Here's what I have

These are my usual picks. Dunlop Flow, either 1.5mm or 1mm, I don't really mind as none of the Flows I ever tried gives any... give. They just don't bend and are pointy. A bit different shape than the pointy Ultex variant I have used before; same material judged by the ping, just better grab and slightly off-shape.




The rest of my picks are a mix of random stuff I have tried before, picks given to me or promo stuff with the gear I bought.




Some unusual stuff, like the Highland Plectrum coin picks from Reverb.




Some actual coins like the Sixpence, two pure silver, and one cupronickel. 1929 is a gift from Bruno, my son

 

[bodia]

I've got a crap ton of different picks. I usually grab a Red Bear or Blue Chip, but I also like Gravity, V-Picks and a Sixpence that Rick sent me.

 

[tiboy]

Simon, is is possible to play anything other than quarter notes with the top pick in photo 3?

 

[ElrytNamrogo]

When it comes to plectrums, I've never really been all that picky

 

[Senor Verde]

I have a lot of picks and every several months go through them because I've never been absolutely happy with any pick. For a few years now the Dunlop Tortex Jazz XL 1.0 gets used most frequently.

 

[Draconomics]

I use pretty much only Jazz 3's. Cheap, easy to find, wont cry if I lose one in the washer. I modify mine a bit though, I sand them to a finer point, and get rid of the chatter-marks from the factory.

 

[Simon Says]

Simon, is is possible to play anything other than quarter notes with the top pick in photo 3?

The one with a hole is my go-to pick for dotted 8th delay runs

 

[PRSWILL]

I can't get away from Dunlop Nylon .60mm picks. Went to GC today- they don't have any... That place is a dumpster fire.

 

[Draconomics]

Went to GC today- they don't have any... That place is a dumpster fire.

I last went in there about four months ago. Felt like being in a ghost town. The usual screamo/djent kid was there, but it wasn't lively. It really feels like its best days are long gone. Very little PRS stuff there too, just one used denim blue Custom 24.

 

[PRSWILL]

They have lost all top end lines. Not even Gibson anymore- at least in Minneapolis! no PRS- unless used- all fender, gretch, Line 6 and other lower end stuff- really sad.

 

[Simon Says]

I last went in there about four months ago. Felt like being in a ghost town. The usual screamo/djent kid was there, but it wasn't lively. It really feels like its best days are long gone. Very little PRS stuff there too, just one used denim blue Custom 24.

What can I say; kids would rather play Xbox than a guitar.

We are the dinosaurs, y'all

 

[PRSWILL]

it starts with MUSIC- this happened in the 80's - late 80's LOTs of people moving to beat box/drum machines, rap and depesche mode crap. then came grundge to reinvigorate the guitar- driven music- we'll be back. Thanks Ed Sheron, Taylor Swift and others.

 

[Moondog Wily]

I can't get away from Dunlop Nylon .60mm picks.

Dunlop Flex .60mm for me! Purchased a hundred pack about a year ago so I think I am set for the next decade or more!! They are everywhere now in house, jeans 5th pockets and gear cases ;~)) I wanted to try the Blue Chips when I first heard about them from László but they do not make them down to the .60mm thickness (I think .8 or 1mm is the thinnest).

 

[SinSir]

Jazz III guy here.. I have multiple variations of them for different moods or uses. Lately I've really been liking the Jazz III XL. A JP Jazz III is always in my wallet though.

 

[WA Paul]

After Les talked about Blue Chip picks years ago, I switched over and never looked back.

TD 60 is my go to, but recently picked up (couldn’t resis!) the TD 40 and TD 35 for strumming on my acoustic guitars.

 

[DreamTheaterRules]

then came grundge to reinvigorate the guitar- driven music-

Wait, I'm confused. I thought grunge RUINED guitar driven music. You think it invigorated it???

 

[BigChrisW]

Inspired by the other forum thread when we discussed big bucks guitar picks, I decided to start a new one where we can share our collections.

I don't have fancy, expensive picks. I have a deal in the works with László, though I'm happy with what I use, although spending the asking price for Blue Chip is something I consider.

I don't consider myself a pick collector, and only recently, after I cleaned the shithole, I called my mancave (manhole?) I started the habit of putting my random stash into one place.

Here's what I have

These are my usual picks. Dunlop Flow, either 1.5mm or 1mm, I don't really mind as none of the Flows I ever tried gives any... give. They just don't bend and are pointy. A bit different shape than the pointy Ultex variant I have used before; same material judged by the ping, just better grab and slightly off-shape.




The rest of my picks are a mix of random stuff I have tried before, picks given to me or promo stuff with the gear I bought.




Some unusual stuff, like the Highland Plectrum coin picks from Reverb.




Some actual coins like the Sixpence, two pure silver, and one cupronickel. 1929 is a gift from Bruno, my son

You and I have a very similar pick collectiom, including Highland Plectrum coins! I, too, use Dunlop Flows as my everyday pick

 

[Wyzard]

Jazz IIIs here.

I used to file down the point; these days I just hold them sideways, and use the "shoulders" instead.

 

[Simon Says]

You and I have a very similar pick collectiom, including Highland Plectrum coins! I, too, use Dunlop Flows as my everyday pick

You are a legend in my eyes

 

[Gtrbldr]

Tortex blue here. Useing them for - well given the average age on this forum - for a blue monday, but ages to me ;-)