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About Guitar Picks
Six thicknesses in the standard 351 shape, color-coded so you can tell them apart in a dark gig bag. All Delrin: it holds a point, keeps a consistent flex as it wears, and does not get slippery when your hands do.
Which thickness
| Thickness | Color | Name | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.50 mm | Red | Light | Acoustic strumming, a loose flexible attack |
| 0.60 mm | Orange | Light Medium | Strumming with a bit more control |
| 0.71 mm | White | Medium | The all-rounder, rhythm and lead both |
| 0.88 mm | Green | Medium Heavy | Electric rhythm, tighter attack |
| 1.00 mm | Blue | Heavy | Lead playing, fast single notes |
| 1.14 mm | Black | Extra Heavy | Metal, precision picking, maximum attack |
Thinner picks flex into the string and give a softer, more diffuse attack with more pick noise, which is why they suit acoustic strumming. Thicker picks transfer more of your hand straight into the string: louder, more defined, and easier to control for single notes. Most players land on 0.71 mm or 0.88 mm and move from there.
Not sure
The Variety Pack has all six thicknesses in it. It is the cheapest way to find out what you actually prefer, and it costs the same as a single-thickness pack.
Pack sizes
Every thickness comes in 12, 24, 36 and 72-packs. Picks are the one thing in a guitar case that disappears without explanation, so buy more than you think you need.