Members Wolfboy1 Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 I have used Ultex picks for a couple of years, preferring the Dunlop or Clayton .88mm they were a great choice. Longer lasting and better sounding then tortex. I use the larger ones with 3 usable corners.I just recently switched to V-pickshttp://www.v-picks.com/The model I like:I have not been using them long, and they are expensive ($4-5.00 per pick) but what I like is1) they, suprisingly, don't slip2) they seem ideal for pinch harmonics3) they glide over the strings with their beveled edges actually seeming to add speed to my playingwhat takes some getting used to1) they are thicker than picks I have been using2) they have less flex than I'm used toIt is a different experience but I think you will find they are less fatiguing on your right hand. Some claim notifiable tone improvements, I'm not sure but they do articulate well. Also Vinnie at V-picks is excellent with the customer service so far. I plan to get some of the ruby ones next.(The picks are all hand made and beveled which adds to their cost I'm sure....check out the sight) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members blingdogg Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 Jim Dunlop nylons .73 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ChineseKnockoff Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 Currently, the purple 3mm Big Stubbys or 1.14 gator grips. But, this idea is worth stealing: I take Lollar forbon picks and mod them with key indentifiers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members gergbee Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 I use Brain 1.00 mm. I really like the grip on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jbviper4 Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 Super light tortex when I am playing fast, otherwise Snarling Dog textured picks for that chimey thing that Edge gets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members klinefelter Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 I've been using the same picks for almost 30 years; Fender mediums in tortoiseshell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members caveman Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 Currently, the purple 3mm Big Stubbys or 1.14 gator grips. But, this idea is worth stealing: I do the same thing with Big Stubbys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members kit_strong Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 My main pick for the past several months has been a Brossard Groovy Dirty Blonde Horn Pick I love it. Very bright and articulate and it extremely long lasting. I also have one of his ebony picks which I usually use on the acoustic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Fred Buzz Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 I use the Wedgie picks with build-in grip, mostly nylon in different gauges for different guitars and string gauges. http://www.wedgie.com/index.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members guitarheo3 Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 dunlop gator grips 2.0 with a sharpened point Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members olgluefoot Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 Snarling Dogs Brain picks. In in a flux between .72 .88 and 1.0 I just cant choose whats best for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members danswon Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 blue dunlop tortex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Doctor Morbius Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 Mostly I use a Shark Fin, but I like to play around with different shapes occasionally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members cratz2 Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 I played 1mm Nylons for probably 10 years, then .88mm Tortex for abouter 10 years. The last 2 or 3 years I've been playing red Jazz IIIs and black Tortex Jazzes. Overall though, I'm pretty easy to please. I can make due with a Fender celluloid medium just as well as those 2mm stubbies, but I prefer 1mm-ish Jazzes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members metalheadUK Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 I have some custom made thick stainless steel picks, and these are my fave, but I can get by with Brass or whatever. I prefer metal picks, but in a pinch will use plastic, as long as it's thick. I dont like ANY flex in my pick at all.This is on electric...on acoustic I usually use my fingers, but often use a lighter plastic pick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Dougie.Douglas Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 I have some custom made thick stainless steel picks, and these are my fave, but I can get by with Brass or whatever. I prefer metal picks... Really? I can't stand metal picks... maybe its just my incredibly sloppy playing style, but I hate the 'scratchy' sound that comes with using one... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jkater Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 I take Lollar forbon picks and mod them with key indentifiers. That's quite interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ncsu08ms3 Posted November 1, 2009 Members Share Posted November 1, 2009 Dunlop tortex Jazz: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Powerslave214 Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 I've been using Jazz IIIs lately. Usually I use the red ones because for me they're easier to hold on to than the black Stiffo ones, but sometimes strangely enough I don't have a problem holding on to the black ones and they seem to have a harder attack than the red ones. I like them because as somebody said they're very fast and articulate, due to the small size, thickness and sharpness of the tip. Dunlop now has a "Max Grip Jazz III" and that might help the OP with some of the problems he's having holding on to his picks. I don't see them available in any online stores yet, tho. http://www.jimdunlop.com/index.php?page=products/pip&id=403&pmh=products/picks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Kerry67 Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 Same here. If I could find a rock that is shaped like a pick, I would use it. How anyone can use thin picks is beyond me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Foster Zygote Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 I used the red Dunlop Jazz III picks for maybe 24 years. I recently switched to the Dunlop Jazz III Ultex. It has exactly the same shape and feel as the red ones. I'm not sure if it sounds that different, but I find them easier to grip. Although they're harder to locate when I drop one on the tan carpet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mspizziri Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 I buy 'em by the gross. Been using them since Fall 1989. But I fingerpick most of the time anymore. Been using these since I started playing guitar when I was 16 because I saw them on James Hetfields mic stand.Tried a few others over the years but they never felt the same Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Guitar Heel Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 Everly Jazz Stars, the blue ones (I think 1.0 mm?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members A-20 Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 Ahh... picks.I have used MANY MANY diffrent types. I play music that has a lot of clean playing in it or simple overdrive. Sometimes distortion.After enough comparistons to start an online blog - the following are my humble observations based primarily on SOUND produced by the pick.LIKE: Jazz III XL - extra large sized Jazz III - the BLACK ones. This is great for distortion playing where articulation in a distortion type of way is needed. I have compared the Red and Black, and black wins. Red is a little more "rough" in a nylon sort of way on the string - black is better. Red seems a littel softer on the touch too.ALSO LIKE: Ultex sharp .90 for like styles of playing LIKE: Star picks Orange [.60] and Yellow [73]. The Star Orange are very very good for acoustic guitar, and the yellow fine too. This is a well rounded sound that's clear without putting out distorted trebble sounds. Feel descent in the hand.BEST overall for SOUND: Dunlop Ultex .73. The feel of these is a littel stiffer than many of that thickness, perhaps that helps with some of the sounds. The individual picking and strumming on these is clearest, most perfectly balanced yet lively I have found. Moving down to the .60 size for instance creates a bunch of extra treble overtones that mess up clarity. The .73 Ultex picks have a narrower angle of perfect picking sound than many [twist it too much and you loose your grip on strings by the pick]They also stay put in my hands very well, and I like the subdued look of the transparent amber color. They are now my pick because of sound.OH, and they work wonderfully for acoustic too. I've ususally used something with more flexibility, but pluged in they are the clearest, sweates, yet lively picks on acoustic electric I have found.Yes, I wish this was a paid advertisement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members primemover12 Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 Big Stubby 2.0mm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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