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Perfect trade-off between stability and tone: a classic shape and my personal evergreen
Round edged plectrums are what you go for if you want a thick sound and picking stability at the same time.
While the classic "derlin" shape delivers fuller sound than average pointy/sharper edged picks - as the former has actually more body when hits the string than the pointy ones - its subtle roundness helps the pick sweep nicely throughout the strings without getting stuck in them. In spite of the (undeserved) good fame somehow achieved amongst shedders worldwide, the pointy picks are actually not as good at the job as they may look: beside being sonically inconsistent, the pointed/sharp edge may cause the pick to hook the strings (especially when operate transversally) instead of just hitting them and may accordingly cause unwanted braking in the picking hand as well as deliver unpleasant "buzzy" tone. The Tortex STD succeeds where the average pointy pick fails: you get sound consistency, dynamic control, significant accuracy, fluency and picking hand stability at the price of very subtle speed loss.
Beside its shape, another upside for the plectrum hereof is the material employed.
The particular blend of plastic feels very comfortable for the right hand, yet responsive and tight enough to keep the holder always in control of any stroke, even at high speed. Although its plain surface, the grip is excellent and grants remarkable grab at any climate conditions.
Due again to the remarkable material employed, the Tortex STD durability is very impressive to the point it ranks it as one of the longest lasting guitar plectrum around: even at very high rate of usage the Tortex STD stays playable and its tip, although consumed, stays very smooth and polished and free from any sort clumps or "teeth marks" that other picks normally sport on both edges after few days of employment.
Moreover, the relatively low thickness of Tortex STD in exam (the type hereof being the 0,88 mm) would grant you even more beefy sound if used in conjunction with medium/heavy gauge strings (0.10, 0.11 or harder). In fact the harder the strings the fuller the plectrum "rubs" on them.
Conclusively, I've tried million different brands and shapes of picks in my 30 years + rock/metal guitar activity and for a reason or another I always find myself returning to Tortex STD 0,88, which at the moment I consider the perfect blend between tone, comfort, playability and control. If I could make a wish, I'd love if Dunlop made a little pointier version of Tortex STD 0,88, so I could have a faster pick to opt for while keeping all the tone and consistency intact .
Tortex STD 0,88 is the force to be reckon with in the picks industries, a true classic and my personal evergreen.
While the classic "derlin" shape delivers fuller sound than average pointy/sharper edged picks - as the former has actually more body when hits the string than the pointy ones - its subtle roundness helps the pick sweep nicely throughout the strings without getting stuck in them. In spite of the (undeserved) good fame somehow achieved amongst shedders worldwide, the pointy picks are actually not as good at the job as they may look: beside being sonically inconsistent, the pointed/sharp edge may cause the pick to hook the strings (especially when operate transversally) instead of just hitting them and may accordingly cause unwanted braking in the picking hand as well as deliver unpleasant "buzzy" tone. The Tortex STD succeeds where the average pointy pick fails: you get sound consistency, dynamic control, significant accuracy, fluency and picking hand stability at the price of very subtle speed loss.
Beside its shape, another upside for the plectrum hereof is the material employed.
The particular blend of plastic feels very comfortable for the right hand, yet responsive and tight enough to keep the holder always in control of any stroke, even at high speed. Although its plain surface, the grip is excellent and grants remarkable grab at any climate conditions.
Due again to the remarkable material employed, the Tortex STD durability is very impressive to the point it ranks it as one of the longest lasting guitar plectrum around: even at very high rate of usage the Tortex STD stays playable and its tip, although consumed, stays very smooth and polished and free from any sort clumps or "teeth marks" that other picks normally sport on both edges after few days of employment.
Moreover, the relatively low thickness of Tortex STD in exam (the type hereof being the 0,88 mm) would grant you even more beefy sound if used in conjunction with medium/heavy gauge strings (0.10, 0.11 or harder). In fact the harder the strings the fuller the plectrum "rubs" on them.
Conclusively, I've tried million different brands and shapes of picks in my 30 years + rock/metal guitar activity and for a reason or another I always find myself returning to Tortex STD 0,88, which at the moment I consider the perfect blend between tone, comfort, playability and control. If I could make a wish, I'd love if Dunlop made a little pointier version of Tortex STD 0,88, so I could have a faster pick to opt for while keeping all the tone and consistency intact .
Tortex STD 0,88 is the force to be reckon with in the picks industries, a true classic and my personal evergreen.
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My go-to pick on bass
What can I say. It’s just a great pick.
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They Don't Make Them Better Than Dunlop
If this is the thickness you like playing then these are the perfect plectrum to play in my opinion.
You can't really go wrong. They're consistent and well priced.
Dunlop's colour system makes it so you don't even have to remember your pick size. You just ask for the 'Er... The green ones please". I do wish Dunlop made this thickness their red ones as it's my favourite colour. Not enough of a con to knock a star off them anyway!
You can't really go wrong. They're consistent and well priced.
Dunlop's colour system makes it so you don't even have to remember your pick size. You just ask for the 'Er... The green ones please". I do wish Dunlop made this thickness their red ones as it's my favourite colour. Not enough of a con to knock a star off them anyway!
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Dunlop Plectrums Tortex STD 0.88 - Great Design Great Value
I have been using these plectrums ever since I started playing guitar over 12 years ago. These are simply the best quality plectrums I have ever used (I have tried many others).
The size, thickness weight and grip are just perfect for playing so many different styles of music. They are not too thick or too thin they are just perfect.
These plectrums are very well made and they last for a very long time, it takes me a good few months of solid playing to wear one out.
Overall they are perfectly designed and are great value and great quality.
The size, thickness weight and grip are just perfect for playing so many different styles of music. They are not too thick or too thin they are just perfect.
These plectrums are very well made and they last for a very long time, it takes me a good few months of solid playing to wear one out.
Overall they are perfectly designed and are great value and great quality.
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The best pick
There isn't much to say in a guitar pick review. There are picks with slightly better grip and certainly with better durability (if they're thicker) but this pick is still quite durable and the Tortex range has a smooth texture with just enough grip.
The best part of this pick is that it has the best attack I have heard, compared to jazz 3 and others.
The best part of this pick is that it has the best attack I have heard, compared to jazz 3 and others.
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Classic for all the time!
Simply the Best Plecs of the world!
Viva Tortex!
Viva Tortex!
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My favourite plectrum
I've been using green dunlop tortext picks since I started guitar. This is definitely my favourite pick and can't play properly with most others. The shape, and thickness of it is perfect for my playing style.
Very nice pick!
Very nice pick!
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of course the tip wears off after many hours of heavy picking but the sound is great and grip is as well
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Whatever pick I try, I keep coming back to Tortex .88
I know everyone has their own style, and everyone has the perfect pick to go with their style. Well this one is mine.
Tortex picks have just the right amount of grip - very rarely dropped but just enough movement available to make altering picking dynamics a breeze. Very hard wearing too which means that the only reason you will ever buy more is when you have lost them all - they get lost before they wear out!
Tortex picks have just the right amount of grip - very rarely dropped but just enough movement available to make altering picking dynamics a breeze. Very hard wearing too which means that the only reason you will ever buy more is when you have lost them all - they get lost before they wear out!
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Only picks you need
These are the only picks you'll ever need. Last longer and great.
Dunlop trumps all, even Trump.
Dunlop trumps all, even Trump.
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