Dunlop Ultex Sharp Picks - 6 Pack 1.14 mm
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Picks that offers greater control, speed, and crisp tone.
Based off of a coveted vintage tortoiseshell pick in the Dunlop collection, the Ultex Sharp guitar pick has a rigid body tapering into a thinner and sculpted tip for enhanced control and speed. The seamless contoured edge surrounds the pick for more playing surfaces and tones. Engineered of Ultex—the Dunlop Ultex Sharp is virtually indestructible and delivers a crisp tone with quick release attack. Available in .73, .90, 1.0, 1.14, 1.40, and 2.0mm gauges.
Features
- Thin sculpted tip for greater control and speed
- Delivers a crisp tone
- Seamless contoured edge
- Virtually indestructible
- Available in .73, .90, 1.0, 1.14, 1.40, and 2.0mm gauges
Review Snapshot®
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100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good quality (7)
- Functional (6)
- Easy to use (5)
- Improves sound (5)
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- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (5), Professional musician (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
The Ultex Sharp Picks fall short
Pretty good pick overall, but I expected them to sound closer to genuine tortoise shell picks and they simply don't. I've been using real tortoise shell picks for 40+ years and nothing can even...Read complete review
Pretty good pick overall, but I expected them to sound closer to genuine tortoise shell picks and they simply don't. I've been using real tortoise shell picks for 40+ years and nothing can even come close. These Ultex picks seem to make the larger wound strings sound dull and lifeless. I used them with brand new Martin Bluegrass strings on my 1975 Martin D28. It seems to me that the thinner .73mm pick sounds a little better and brighter than the thicker ones (1.0 & 1.14.) I would prefer being able to use the 1.0 mm pick. Using the same guitar & strings in a side-by-side comparison, I can pick up my genuine tortoise shell pick and the strings come alive and ring like a bell. I have never found any pick over the years that play and sound like genuine tortoise shell. I bought all of my tortoise shell picks before the 1973 ban, while stationed in Japan with the U.S. Navy. I feel that side-by-side with genuine tortoise shell picks, the Ultex falls short. Now, if your goal is not to replace or sound like real tortoise shell, then the Ultex picks would be fine, but I wanted very much to find a suitable substitute. I'll keep looking and hopefully something will come along that can replace the genuine article.
They seem to be made with a high quality material.
A pretty good pick, but not as good as I expected.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Decent Pick
Overall, the quality and sound of this pick is all there. I just prefer to have a bit more depth to the sound of my picks that the Ultex just can't deliver. The ...Read complete review
Overall, the quality and sound of this pick is all there. I just prefer to have a bit more depth to the sound of my picks that the Ultex just can't deliver. The ultex is one of the fastest tracking picks I have used, but as far as sound is concerned, I think it lacks. There are much better sounding, yet unfortunately much more expensive picks in this catagory out there. If I were looking for the Ultex type of sound (which now I know I don't like) I would go with the Cool Juratex. The Cool Juraex tracks like the Ultex while retaining some warmth of say the Tortex pick. Like I said earlier, much better choices out there sound wise than the Ultex.
The Dunlop Ultex Sharp Picks have a great feel/grip without doing anything to it like adding sandpaper, or scoring it. The "Sharp" tip is comparable to the Jazz III tip. I bought a couple packages of these to try out based off of Paul Riario from Guitar World's review of them. Personally, I agree that they have an excellent attack, grip, and bright tone, but I think the brightness combined with a lack of depth in sound that is created from the pick is a bit overwhelming for electric guitar. That being said, it all depends on what style of music your playing. I prefer a warmer sound with nice crystally highs. The Ultex does NOT deliver on the warmt. They do however track very tightly. I guess I'm just used to the sound of my trusty Tortex III picks. The III's point, like the Ultex Sharp, helps to attain those crystally highs without sacraficing the warmth. I feel that the Ultex is just too "brittle" I sounding. I have the Ultex a 6 because they are not a bad pick at all, just not for me. I could see using these on a big warm Martin acoustic guitar though.
Dunlop picks are always of great quality.
Musician's Friend prices are always right; Especially in the accessories department.
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- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Good Quality
- Improves Sound
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Comments about Dunlop Ultex Sharp Picks - 6 Pack:
This pick is a great balance of size, texture, and tone. It's bright, but not shrill, and does not move in my fingers which is nice because I can relax my grip, which improves control. I am exclusively using these now.
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Comments about Dunlop Ultex Sharp Picks - 6 Pack:
The sharp point on these makes all the difference. They have a whole different feel than rounded tips, and allow for more precise playing. The overall quality and consistency is also excellent.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Good Quality
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Comments about Dunlop Ultex Sharp Picks - 6 Pack:
This the pick I was looking for. I was using the Black Fang .94 pick, but it would wear down too quickly. I saw these and thought to give them a try. Feels and plays like the Black Fang, but does not wear down anywhere as fast.
Pros
- Good Grip
- Good Quality
- Improves Sound
- Last Long Time
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Comments about Dunlop Ultex Sharp Picks - 6 Pack:
Finding a pick that suits your needs, last long time, gives good tone, easy to use, and has good grip is a quest for all guitarist who really care about their playing and tone. It all ended here with this pick for me.
I use the 2.0mm gauge because I like to have a warm, big, and dynamic pick. The sharp tip really helps when you need to play some fast runs or fast strumming patterns. Each pick will probably last me about 2-3 weeks before the tip is gone. Because I play a few hours daily!
I recommend you try 1.4 or 2.0mm ones to drastically improve your picking technique and dynamics. This pick is great for both acoustic and electric. Very nice thick tone.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Good Quality
Cons
- Yellow Color
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Comments about Dunlop Ultex Sharp Picks - 6 Pack:
This, in my opinion, is the best pick on the market. It has a sharp and very durable point that barely wears with time. In fact, the wear isn't like normal nylon picks where you can get grooves where the strings are attacked. Instead, it just brushes some of the surface off, kind of like a self-sharpening blade. It is also extremely stiff. If you need speed and accuracy this is your pick (PUN).
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Good Quality
- Improves Sound
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Comments about Dunlop Ultex Sharp Picks - 6 Pack:
I've been a diehard Tortex 1mm user for over twenty years, but the Ultex has really turned my head. Soundwise, it kind of splits the difference between Tortex and celluloid--it has that celluloid 'chirp' to it on high gain leads, but doesn't wear down and is stiffer like Tortex.
What really does it for me though is the way this pick feels. It's almost like there's nothing in my hand. the way it glides across strings is just... indescribable. Makes me a slightly better player, or at least makes me feel like that, which is good enough. Highly recommended.
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Comments about Dunlop Ultex Sharp Picks - 6 Pack:
Nice pick. Looks really good. A little more pick noise than the Dunlop Gator Grip 2.0, which I prefer for playing acoustic.
Pros
- Functional
- Good Quality
- Improves Sound
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Best Uses
- All Playing
- Electric guitar
- Speed picking
Comments about Dunlop Ultex Sharp Picks - 6 Pack:
I gave these Jim Dunlop ULTEX SHARP 1.40 picks a try after I heard someone else talk about them. They have exceeded my expectations! I have paid up to $12 for a single pick, but this ULTEX gives me what I need for much less. I bought it for speed picking. Many other picks wear out fast. This one is lasting very long. I highly recommend this pick!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Functional
- Good Quality
- Improves Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup
- Concerts
- Practicing
Comments about Dunlop Ultex Sharp Picks - 6 Pack:
been using .75 and 1.0 for years. these .90 are the perfect pick guage for me. Love them. Can strum out rythyms as well as speed pick when soloing. They have good grip, no slipping in the fingers when on stage under the hot lights. They are more expensive than a lot of picks but well worth the money. Give em a try you wont be dissapointed.
Pros
- Great Feel
- Outstanding tone
Cons
- Wear downsplit easily
Best Uses
- Studio recording solos
Comments about Dunlop Ultex Sharp Picks - 6 Pack:
I've tried many different picks over many years. These are particularly benefitted by the friction of the material, which gives a percussive attack with excellent control and speed. The action is "snappy" and sheds/splits very quickly, much like traditional celluloid, but the tone and durability is improved over your standard Fender pick, say. Use these in the recording session for solos or complex and defined acoustic lines. Just used one in the studio last night over a dozen or so other types. Not recommended for heavy live use - I've had two split on stage and in rehearsal so far and I've learned my lesson.
