These picks are great! I mean, preference is going to vary from player to player, but these .50 (in Red) and the .60 (in Orange) are good for my style of playing. These are the two sizes I use so I won't speak for any of the other sizes.
WHAT I LIKE ABOUT THEM:
WEIGHT AND THICKNESS - The .50 and .60 are not too heavy and stiff, however, if you hold them just right, they can be played like a much heavier pick. I tend to use the .60 for electric (leads, legato, sweep-picking, etc). The .50 works great for acoustic (when I'm mostly strumming).
MATERIAL - The TORTEX material has a nice feel to it, and I don't find myself dropping picks unless I'm really being careless or playing sloppy. Also, it's worth noting that these picks do not break easily like the average celluloid pick, for instance, when you're madly flailing away at a really heavy rhythm.
SHAPE - I really wish these came in sharps, but as of the time of this writing I have not been able to find any. It's not a big enough problem to dock any stars (in my opinion) but a 'pointy-er' tip would be nice.
OTHER NOTES - Some of the 1-star reviewers seem to complain that the ink printed on the picks wears off too fast. Well, of course it does! When you apply heat/pressure/friction to something, certain results can be expected. Of course, there are other picks out there that maintain their printing a little better. Seriously, folks, who cares? THE PICK DOES NOT SOUND ANY DIFFERENT AFTER THE INK WEARS OFF! I feel this is a really moot point and I'd rather complain about something that actually matters (seriously, I could not care less about the ink).
Also, I do not feel that it changes the grip, although I will agree with some reviewers that these pick can get a little slippery from time to time, especially when strumming. Once again, however, part of this has to do with my playing style and not being mindful of my picking hand. I don't necessarily blame the tool itself for my own lack of discipline/concentration. There are picks out there that do have better grip, for example the Dunlop Ultrex material pick (which do come in sharps and I love those picks as well!), however, I find that I break a lot of Ultrex picks, and much more easily (even the .73's/heavy strumming will do that). Since it is pretty hard to play with a broken pick, I tend to lean towards the Tortex material a little more often. The Tortex are about the closest thing to indestructible that I've played thus far. Once again, it's nothing more than a matter of personal preference.
FINAL WORDS - Anyone who uses a pick to play will invariably spend a great deal of time trying out different picks. There are so many shapes, sizes, materials, etc. from which to choose. Some folks won't be too wild about these, that's okay. Personally, these are very comfortable for me and fit my playing style well.
These are the picks I look for when I got to the store to buy picks. You can choose any pick you want or no pick at all for that matter. For the price paid, I do not think anyone would regret buying these picks, even if only just to try them out. Happy customer right here!
Hope someone finds this useful.
Jim Dunlop StandardDunlop 50mm Red Guitar Pick Tortex Standard 12 Pack (418P.50)
4.8 | 14,068 ratings
Price: 5.49
Last update: 09-10-2024
About this item
The pick used by top musicians worldwide
Made of the ever-popular Tortex material for a long life and bright tone
Maximum memory, minimum wear
Made in the USA
Made of the ever-popular Tortex material for a long life and bright tone
Maximum memory, minimum wear
Made in the USA
Product information
| Item Weight | 0.16 ounces |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 1.4 x 2 x 0.3 inches |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| ASIN | B0002D0CEO |
| Item model number | 418P.50 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars
13,636 ratings
4.8 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #46 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #4 in Guitar Picks & Bass Picks |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | July 16, 2004 |
| Color Name | Red |
| Compatible Devices | Guitar |
| Size | 0.50mm |
Top reviews from the United States
Professional Product Review Service
Simply put, these picks have been good for me.
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2014
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Perfect!
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2024
Thomachaan
My Pick of Choice
Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2024Patrick
Been playing 50 years and this make is my favorite!
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2024George Sawyn
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Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2012Deba
Best bass pick for money
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2024