Guitar Picks

Every instrument has its accessories and tools: drummers have sticks, orchestral string players have bows, woodwind players have reeds, and so on. When it comes to the guitar, there's no question that the "tool of the trade" is the guitar pick. This little piece of plastic (or sometimes a more exotic material) is one of the most recognizable symbols in the world of music, so much so that everybody knows in an instant what it is the moment they see it, even if they've never touched a guitar in their lives. Most guitarists have a pretty big collection of guitar picks, and if you're looking to add a few to your own, you've come to the right place to do it.

One of the best things about guitar picks is that, as familiar as the traditional basic pick may be, that's only the beginning of what's available. If you want a specialized playing feel, there are tons of options waiting to deliver it. For instance, the Dunlop 475 Big Stubby Guitar Picks have the same profile in a beefier contour, while specialty models like the ZeroGravity Orbit Guitar Pick feature extended grips and finger holes to provide even more control while you play.

Even if specialty shapes don't interest you, maybe premium materials do? Some picks, like the Dava Jazz Grips Pick 6 Pack, come with a rubberized layer for more secure handling. Others are made from futuristic materials - check out the Dunlop Max Grip Jazz III Carbon Fiber Guitar Picks for example. Or, if you're looking for a more retro style, how about a tortex or tortoiseshell pick such as the Fender 346 Shell Guitar Pick? The choice is yours to make.

No matter which guitar picks you choose, they're the right ones - that's just the way it is when something is as subjective a choice as this. Picks are a matter of preference, and many guitarists like to have multiple different kinds on hand so they can choose the best one for each performance. So don't be afraid to go all-out and build a big collection! The expression "the more, the merrier" definitely applies to guitar picks.