V-Picks
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EugeneSmasher
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Bass you will need a strong, powerful tone that cuts through the mix. So don't use nylons or thin plecs. Jim Dunlop big stubbies, Jazz III, V-picks, etc. The thick monsters 
EugeneSmasher
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Yup, although I kinda stopped using my Jazz IIIs and switched to celluloid classics 0.70mm, I still use my V-pick because it downright owns every pick I've ever used.
LjR91
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hmm... I have always been using the fender resin medium .73mm picks that sweelee has cuz its very comfortable for me =)
i never knew that picks can make a difference to a guitar's tone till i read this forum thread...
i might wanna give it a try...hehe..
so.. what would be the most suitable V-pick if you're playing blues - both rhythm and lead?
i never knew that picks can make a difference to a guitar's tone till i read this forum thread...
i might wanna give it a try...hehe..
so.. what would be the most suitable V-pick if you're playing blues - both rhythm and lead?
EugeneSmasher
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V-pick Big Fattie, the ultimate for thick tone!
Speaking of which, I just got a V Pick Fattie.
Just. Got. Big. Fat. Pick.
And uh... its... actually workable. Review coming up.
Btw, I found that the pointy V Picks is the easier way to start off... reason being, I think most players slant their picks. On a rounded/regular V Pick, you do that and you get a very muted/dulled sound... You can't do that. And if you are not used to keeping your pick straight like parallel to the strings, then you should go for the pointy V Picks first. I found that once I got used to holding my V Pick parallel to the strings, the regular ones fare just as well - just a touch less bite - but a LOT more control and its eassssyyy to sweep.
Just. Got. Big. Fat. Pick.
And uh... its... actually workable. Review coming up.
Btw, I found that the pointy V Picks is the easier way to start off... reason being, I think most players slant their picks. On a rounded/regular V Pick, you do that and you get a very muted/dulled sound... You can't do that. And if you are not used to keeping your pick straight like parallel to the strings, then you should go for the pointy V Picks first. I found that once I got used to holding my V Pick parallel to the strings, the regular ones fare just as well - just a touch less bite - but a LOT more control and its eassssyyy to sweep.
Victorinox
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After hearing all the hype about v-picks, I gave in and ordered some.
Got a small pointed, medium pointed and acoustic v-pick. The small is the brightest followed by the medium and acoustic. I like them very much as they really brightened up my guitar compared to the green riffs I was using. I'm not sure I would get the normal rounded v-picks as I can get a warmer tone already with my regular nylons. But the pointed ones are a must try.
Before anyone goes and changes a set of pickups or something, try experimenting with a v-pick first. It might be just what you need for a different sound.
And of course, bluegrass woods is great to deal with too. Will give you a recommendation based on what you tell him. And prompt with sending the picks out too. I hope he can keep up his good service.
My only concern is that the pointed tip would wear with use and become warmer in tone. Will have to use and see.
Got a small pointed, medium pointed and acoustic v-pick. The small is the brightest followed by the medium and acoustic. I like them very much as they really brightened up my guitar compared to the green riffs I was using. I'm not sure I would get the normal rounded v-picks as I can get a warmer tone already with my regular nylons. But the pointed ones are a must try.
Before anyone goes and changes a set of pickups or something, try experimenting with a v-pick first. It might be just what you need for a different sound.
And of course, bluegrass woods is great to deal with too. Will give you a recommendation based on what you tell him. And prompt with sending the picks out too. I hope he can keep up his good service.
My only concern is that the pointed tip would wear with use and become warmer in tone. Will have to use and see.
It does happen...
Victorinox
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Drat! Its going to be expensive to keep replacing them. Its 6 times more expensive but last 3 times as long (due to the 3 sides) than a regular pick so that makes it only nett twice as expensive only.
Yes they are in bro!
Hope you like the picks! In your mailbox by now!
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