Product Description
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One of the first polymers ever created, cellulose nitrate is
made by reacting cotton fibers with nitric . Cellulloid was
substituted for natural toroise shell picks in the early 1900s
and is still one of the most popular pick materials available
today. They are available in a wide variety of thicknesses,
shapes, and colors, and provide a natural feel and warm,
tone.
From the Manufacturer
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D'Addario/Planet Waves Guitar Picks
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Guitar picks may seem like a simple tool but with varying
materials, shapes and colors to choose from, D'Addario/Planet
Waves has made it easier than ever to help you find the right
pick for your playing style. The following guide will help you
differentiate between varying shapes, materials and tonal
characteristics.
Pick Shape:
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D'Addario/Planet Waves offers three different pick shapes, each
having their own advantages: Standard - Perfect for picking or
strumming, the standard shape is by far the most popular as it
offers enough area for a firm grip but also has more defined tip
for good note articulation. Many players also turn the pick
around and use the rounder edge for a softer attack and warmer
tone. Wide - Wide picks are easy to hold and offer multiple
picking areas by simply rotating the pick as one edge begins to
wear. Jazz - Jazz shaped picks like our Black Ice Picks
( http://www..com/dp/B001PGXII4 ) are the ultimate for pick control
and articulation. The small size and sharp shaped tip allows the
pick to have a fast response and bright tone with excellent note
definition. This pick is a favorite among jazz, progressive rock
and metal guitarists.
Pick Material & Tone:
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Try this experiment. Take some picks of different material and
drop them onto a counter top. Notice how they all sound different
when they hit the counter. The same rules apply when they strike
a string as well. The material and thickness that your pick is
made out of can have a dramatic effect on your overall tone.
Classic and Pearl Celluloid
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- Celluloid is one of the most popular guitar pick materials
today. Available in a wide variety of shapes, colors and
thicknesses, celluloid is known for providing a natural feel and
warm, tone. A man-made material, celluloid was first
introduced in the early 1900's as a substitute for natural
tortoise shell picks. Our Pearl Celluloid Assortments
( http://www..com/dp/B001PGXHXA ) are a top-selling choice. Duralin
( http://www..com/s/ref=sr_nr_p_6_0?rh=n%3A11091801%2Ck%3anet+waves+duralin+guitar+picks%2Cp_6%3AATVPDKIKX0DER&bbn=11091801&keywords=planet+waves+duralin+guitar+picks&ie=UTF8&qid=1361394801&rnid=331590011 )
- Duralin is a unique material with an extraordinary
combination of strength, stiffness, dimensional stability,
igue resistance and low friction. Normally used as a
replacement for metal bushings and bearings in industrial
applications, this extremely durable polymer is ideal for picks.
Duralin picks are known for their bright clicking sound when
hitting strings and are preferred by many soloists for their
clear articulation on fast single note passages. Cortex
( http://www..com/s/ref=sr_nr_p_6_0?rh=n%3A11091801%2Ck%3anet+waves+cortex+guitar+picks%2Cp_6%3AATVPDKIKX0DER&bbn=11091801&keywords=planet+waves+cortex+guitar+picks&ie=UTF8&qid=1361394846&rnid=331590011 )
- Cortex picks are precision molded to eliminate grain
structures, allowing for dynamic pick response. This unique
material closely resembles actual tortoise shell in feel and
sound yet offers high strength, durability and heat resistance.
Cortex long lasting picks offer excellent attack with a clean,
crisp tone for superior note definition, allowing notes to leap
from your strings. Attack, control, clarity and
durability...Cortex Picks! Nylflex
( http://www..com/s/ref=sr_nr_p_6_0?rh=n%3A11091801%2Ck%3anet+waves+nylflex+guitar+picks%2Cp_6%3AATVPDKIKX0DER&bbn=11091801&keywords=planet+waves+nylflex+guitar+picks&ie=UTF8&qid=1361394862&rnid=331590011 )
- Inspired by the revered nylon picks of the 50's and 60's, the
D'Addario/Planet Waves Nyflex is the first nylon pick to capture
the flexible feel, warm tone and molded grip pattern of the
original, delivering an authentic, vintage playing experience in
its entirety. Now you can finally experience the feel and tone
that was so eagerly sought out by now Hall of Fame guitarist
during the birth of rock-n-roll. Nylflex, the modern pick for
vintage tone! Cellu-Glo
( http://www..com/s/ref=sr_nr_p_6_0?rh=n%3A11091801%2Ck%3anet+waves+cellu-glow+guitar+picks%2Cp_6%3AATVPDKIKX0DER&bbn=11091801&keywords=planet+waves+cellu-glow+guitar+picks&ie=UTF8&qid=1361394891&rnid=331590011 )
- D'Addario/Planet Waves puts a new twist on celluloid picks.
Now you can still have the natural feel and warm tone of
celluloid in a "glow in the dark" pick. Simply pre-charge the
picks in natural sunlight or under a light bulb and you have a
pick that not only sounds great but looks great too. The
Cellu-Glo picks add a new visual element to your playing and are
also easy to find on dark stages.
Experiment and have fun with the tonal variations that can be
achieved by simply changing your pick. In fact, many guitarists
and studio musicians will use different materials depending the
guitar and style that they are playing.
Specialty and Artist Picks:
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D'Addario/Planet Waves offers an exclusive line of licensed and
signature picks featuring artwork from: The Beatles
( http://www..com/dp/B002DYJENA ), Joe Satriani
( http://www..com/dp/B000K67V6K ), Kiss
( http://www..com/dp/B0041RJUQ8 ), and Woodstock
( http://www..com/dp/B001PGXHWG ).
- 0.50MM LIGHT GUITAR PICK: Light gauge (0.50mm) ideal for strumming.
- NATURAL FEEL & WARM TONE: Premium quality celluloid provides natural feel and warm, tone.
- COMFORTABLE PLAYING: Standard shape for comfortable playing.
- PACKAGING: 10 picks per package. The D'Addario, formerly known as Planet Waves, pick packaging is designed for minimal waste and environmental impact.
- GIFT FOR GUITAR PLAYER: D'Addario picks make great guitar accessories gifts for men, women, and kids. They make great acoustic guitar picks, electric guitar picks, bass guitar picks, and more..