This is the old reliable for me. I'd say that a pic is a personal choice, that depends on the size of your hands & fingers, and the kind of tone you get when you play. In other words, there isn't a right or wrong, so much, but it's more a matter of personal preference and taste. I'd also say that, as long as your strings aren't buzzing, and sounding "bad", then it's ok to get whatever you want. But please, don't just tear off a piece of cardboard, it sounds terrible, buy a pic, they are super cheap, so no excuses. Then we can hear you play instead of the embarassing cardboard! This Fender Heavy pic is my favorite pic that I use all the time.
I just tried a whole bunch of different types of pics in the last couple months, since I thought I'd see what's out there, and see if there's something new out there for me. I ended going right back to these, my old reliable choice, that I've used since I was in high school, and ordered a new batch, because they really are the most comfortable for my small hands, and I like the sound, it's a clear, crisp, and not too muddy, nor overwhelming sound that these pics produce in my hands. I've used these Fender Heavy pics on my acoustic guitars for the last 40 years.
Pics are easy to lose, and so I got a little Pic holder, which I'm really liking, since it helps to not drop the pics into a black hole. Some accessories truly are worthwhile, while others are unnecessary, the pic holder is a very cheap bargain, like $2-5, you can get them at your favorite music store, retail or online, that is proving to be useful. Instead of dropping the pic I'm using, I put it in the pic holder instead, since when I'm playing, I switch between finger picking without a pic, and strumming with a pic, it's a ripe time for dropping pics into the black holes of the front yard, or under the couch etc. The pic holder is helping me keep track of that pic.
The Fender Heavy pics are nice and sturdy in my fingers, and I don't like the lighter kinds (including the Fender, and other brand's, lights & mediums) that ended up flying out of my hands when I'm playing, and they sounded tinnier, & more like a bad piece of cardboard, instead of a quiet, unnoticeable pic sound, or the professional pic sounds that pop out, now and then, and is perfectly ok to have. I'd say the biggest thing about returning to these pics is the fit feels perfect in my hand and fingers, I don't have any issues holding it. It's solid, and nothing but solid, in my hands. Doesn't slip around while I play, as some other kinds did. And it makes, no cardboard, no plasticky yucky sound, just the strings come through like a clear song. That's it. It feels great, and it sounds good to great. Simple & reliable.
Your choice may be completely different with your hands & fingers. Keep in mind also what you want for your criteria, like a loud or soft sound, and you'll find the best pic brands & styles for you. I do recommend trying a variety, just to see what one likes best. They are cheap, so for $25 you can try a wide variety. Some people do use different pics for different kinds of guitars and different songs. You can read all about that as well, I did too, and found it fascinating to read, and watch, what my favorite stars use, and why. Dave Matthews, Pete Townshend, and other stars I love use a variety of pics for different sonic effects. But in the end, for me, I found out that all I really like, and need, is the old reliable Fender Heavy pics, for my Yamaha Eterna acoustic guitar.
Fender Premium Celluloid Guitar Picks 351 Shape, White Moto, Thin, 12-Pack
4.8 | 29,114 ratings
Price: 3.99
Last update: 06-12-2024
About this item
Comfortable and familiar feel provided by the traditional 351 shape
Celluloid picks give the traditional feel, with a smooth striking surface and a warm, round musical tone
Thin gauge picks provide a bright tone with airy sustain, and are ideal for strumming
Fender picks provide comfort and high-performance flexibility for every performer
Sold as a convenient 12-pack
Celluloid picks give the traditional feel, with a smooth striking surface and a warm, round musical tone
Thin gauge picks provide a bright tone with airy sustain, and are ideal for strumming
Fender picks provide comfort and high-performance flexibility for every performer
Sold as a convenient 12-pack
Product information
| Item Weight | 0.2 ounces |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 11.42 x 7.48 x 3.54 inches |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| ASIN | B0002E2XEA |
| Item model number | 0980351705 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars
29,114 ratings
4.8 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #16 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #1 in Guitar Picks & Bass Picks |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | August 6, 2007 |
| Color Name | White Moto |
| Compatible Devices | Guitar, Mandolin |
| Guitar Pick Thickness | thin |
| Material Type | Nylon |
| Size | 12-Pack |
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Andrew M.
My favorite & number one, top pic for playing acoustic guitar
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Marki K
Exactly what I was wanting
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