I use jazz III XL (.88mm or .73mm), but just because the standard jazz III are too little for me. I just can't play "hard" with those picks (with six-strings in A#), because the way I hold the pick doesn't let the tip "exit" from my hand. With jazz III XL I resolved the problem, they're bigger and the posture is more comfortable for me! :)
Great video! I recently started experimenting with 7 gauge strings and broke my high string right away until swapping my 1.10mm to a 0.55mm. Made a huge difference.
Hi Francesco I've tried a lot of picks and always went back to a Dunlop Ultex Sharp 2.0mm (!). After seeing your video, I tested the same pick with different thicknesses (0.73, 0.9, 1.0, ...). The tone and play difference was HUGE. I now play the 0.73. It has way more attack and it feels awesome. Thank you so much for your tip! You helped me alot 🤘🏼👍🏼
Always used .88 and .73 myself. Currently mainly use the Dunlop Prime Tones, because they sound the best, but they also wear really fast and are expensive.
yup, thing with thinner picks first was observed myself then I moved from beloved 1.5 to 1.14 mm picks. Josh from Sylosis uses some 1.14 mm Dunlop picks and sounds sick
I think the flexibility also depends highly on the material. Say, an Ultex .73 is actually less flexible than a Nylon .88, and has more of the "string bending effect" you mentioned. i like Tortex and Nylon .73 (mainly with acoustics... I don't really play electric much; but I play bass and with bass I prefer heavier picks).
I’d strongly suggest switching to thinner picks for bass. With a thicker pick you’ll have way too much bass frequencies and the strings will definitely go sharp, which especially on bass you wanna avoid like the plague. I’d recommend even 0.6 on bass
I understand you're point but in my case I don't hold the pick parallel to the string it's more angled so it doesn't produce as much resistance... I tried using tinner picks but with the way I pick the note delays because pick bends at least in my case :) btw I use Winspear picks ergo design 4mm to 2mm. Thanks for the video
When talking about pics, it's important that you experiment because it's not just about the thickness and material. It's also about the design of the pick itself. Each hand is different and can use the full potential of any pick, no matter the diameter, material or shape. The sound recorded is not very useful since all can be ironed out with either dynamics or any other piece of equipmen; amp, pedal, eq etc.
The main point of this video is that there is a very perceivable tone difference in between picks. Of course each hand is different and I mention this in the video as well “my technique and taste may differ from yours”, but the difference in character between picks can’t be nullified by different eq settings, it’s just an inherent character difference that responds differently
Francesco Filigoi Also true. But that does not make a pick inherently bad for any specific style of music. It's still subjective. To each his own. #experiment
I have 19 different picks sitting in front of me right now and I use them all (maybe some more than others) on a regular basis haha it seems like some fit the purpose for my bands better than others. I don't like it that way because I wish I could just stick with one but I've yet to find the perfect one. I really wish Dunlop would make a Tortex pick in the Petrucci sig size. Its right in between the normal jazz 3 and the XL, but the Petrucci is just too thick :/
I was like this too, switching back and forth in between different picks for different purposes. Nothing wrong with that, but nowadays I just stick to the TIII
So you know those feels. Its good you've found one you like. The TIII is the same shape as the Ultex Sharps aren't they? I have some of them but they just feel a bit big. Especially going back to a normal jazz 3.
If you're interested, the picks I'm showing in this video are Dunlop Tortex TIII. Which picks are you using these days??
I use jazz III XL (.88mm or .73mm), but just because the standard jazz III are too little for me. I just can't play "hard" with those picks (with six-strings in A#), because the way I hold the pick doesn't let the tip "exit" from my hand. With jazz III XL I resolved the problem, they're bigger and the posture is more comfortable for me! :)
Standard tortex .88 with a bit modified tip by me(smaller=faster)
.88 my favorite of all the time for 2 years now :D
can't wait for the upcoming stuff
Great video! I recently started experimenting with 7 gauge strings and broke my high string right away until swapping my 1.10mm to a 0.55mm. Made a huge difference.
Gonna learn about pecs
Incline bench -> Cable chest flies -> Dips -> Pullover. You're welcome!
Hi Francesco
I've tried a lot of picks and always went back to a Dunlop Ultex Sharp 2.0mm (!). After seeing your video, I tested the same pick with different thicknesses (0.73, 0.9, 1.0, ...). The tone and play difference was HUGE.
I now play the 0.73. It has way more attack and it feels awesome. Thank you so much for your tip! You helped me alot 🤘🏼👍🏼
Glad I could help! 🙏
Always used .88 and .73 myself. Currently mainly use the Dunlop Prime Tones, because they sound the best, but they also wear really fast and are expensive.
Do they drag too?
yup, thing with thinner picks first was observed myself then I moved from beloved 1.5 to 1.14 mm picks. Josh from Sylosis uses some 1.14 mm Dunlop picks and sounds sick
I'd use a slightly thicker one too if I were using E standard tuning. Thinner picks are definitely better for 7/8 strings
Awesome tip!
I agree with you! :)
Happy to see an upload :)
Good first video man!
Keep it dude!
I think the flexibility also depends highly on the material. Say, an Ultex .73 is actually less flexible than a Nylon .88, and has more of the "string bending effect" you mentioned. i like Tortex and Nylon .73 (mainly with acoustics... I don't really play electric much; but I play bass and with bass I prefer heavier picks).
I’d strongly suggest switching to thinner picks for bass. With a thicker pick you’ll have way too much bass frequencies and the strings will definitely go sharp, which especially on bass you wanna avoid like the plague. I’d recommend even 0.6 on bass
Great video, man! Those guitars in the back look killer, I'd love to see a run through of all your gear!
Will do!
I really hope you make a video about using the correct string gauge for the tuning of the guitar
Oooooh yes, it’s coming.
Nice video! Thanks for talking about that. I have used 1.14 and up for years now.
And of course everyone wants a studio tour 😎🔥🤘🏻
Hi Francesco! Tell and show how you record and process the guitar. Using Axe Fx! Thanks!
I will 👌
Would your recommend the .73 or the .88 for a beginner?
Both are fine!
I understand you're point but in my case I don't hold the pick parallel to the string it's more angled so it doesn't produce as much resistance... I tried using tinner picks but with the way I pick the note delays because pick bends at least in my case :) btw I use Winspear picks ergo design 4mm to 2mm. Thanks for the video
Even if you pick at an angle (which should be mandatory anyways) it does make a difference, but to each his own of course!
Francesco Filigoi I find the difference in tone very noticeable on acoustic guitar. A thick pick sounds very dark compared to a medium/thin one
When talking about pics, it's important that you experiment because it's not just about the thickness and material. It's also about the design of the pick itself. Each hand is different and can use the full potential of any pick, no matter the diameter, material or shape. The sound recorded is not very useful since all can be ironed out with either dynamics or any other piece of equipmen; amp, pedal, eq etc.
The main point of this video is that there is a very perceivable tone difference in between picks. Of course each hand is different and I mention this in the video as well “my technique and taste may differ from yours”, but the difference in character between picks can’t be nullified by different eq settings, it’s just an inherent character difference that responds differently
Francesco Filigoi Also true. But that does not make a pick inherently bad for any specific style of music. It's still subjective. To each his own. #experiment
Do you recommend a thinner pick like .50 if you are just going to strum chords on an acoustic and not much single string playing?
Yea absolutely
Hi Francesco, what do you think about the huge Huf picks?
I own a bunch - not my thing
I have 19 different picks sitting in front of me right now and I use them all (maybe some more than others) on a regular basis haha it seems like some fit the purpose for my bands better than others. I don't like it that way because I wish I could just stick with one but I've yet to find the perfect one. I really wish Dunlop would make a Tortex pick in the Petrucci sig size. Its right in between the normal jazz 3 and the XL, but the Petrucci is just too thick :/
I was like this too, switching back and forth in between different picks for different purposes. Nothing wrong with that, but nowadays I just stick to the TIII
So you know those feels. Its good you've found one you like. The TIII is the same shape as the Ultex Sharps aren't they? I have some of them but they just feel a bit big. Especially going back to a normal jazz 3.
Eh I prefer Dunlop Tortex (or gator grip) 1.14 milimeters
To each his own! For some stuff I dig thicker picks too
Well, I made muy own plectrums that are around 9 and 12 mm. :D
I own a V-Picks Insanity (the one in the thumbnail) which is 20mm if I’m not mistaken. It really sounds like shit hahahahah
great stuff man, what cam and lens?
Thanks! I use a Canon 6D with a Sigma 35mm f1.4
Francesco Filigoi thanks man!