Graph Tech PQP-0500-TD : 6 TUSQ Guitar Picks | Tear Drop Mixed Pack, Bright, Warm, Deep Tone for 3 Distinct Harmonics

Considering that these are all in the "medium" thickness range, the sound of these Graph Tech picks is almost jaw dropping to me. The yellow ones, in particular, are drastically different sounding compared to other picks I've used. They somehow combine brightness with a broad midrange clarity, and a clean, expended bass. I can't begin to explain how this could be. The grey was my initial favorite, and still is on some guitars. (It is a bit more mellow sounding, but still has a clarity that most other picks lack.Think of it this way—once the jangliness of new strings ends (this varies from brand to brand, but for what I use seems to be about 2 or 3 hours of play) most strings have a clearer, more separated and extended sound than they will in several weeks. Both of these color picks make the stings sound almost new again. (For reference, I do NOT like bright guitar strings. On accoustics I am currently using Santa Cruz low tension, John Pearse Pure Nickel Wound, or TI Plectrums; and on electrics, I pretty much use all nickel (except on my baritone).I do also use my nails a lot (no pick), and occasionally use horn picks (which have a muted, dull sound). But when I want a more "normal" pick attack, there are my current favorites.

As with all TUSQ products, the material is fantastic for the guitar. It has great resonant qualities. However, these picks are really small and as such hard to hang on to and use, specifically if you have big hands. I love the thickness and stiffness, but they just don't provide enough grip surface.

If you like Jazz III picks (and I do) these are right up your alley. The material is what is unique to these; the shape is almost the same as a Jazz III, but with the slight points on either side (not the picking end) rounded down a touch. They are also just slightly smaller, which makes them significantly smaller a standard Fender 351 pick.The Tusq material gives this pick a buttery smoothness despite being rigid, resulting in a clear, balanced tone. The variations included here are all fairly close to one another, so once I found the one I prefer I haven't used the others much.I dropped one star because one of the picks in my pack had a rough spot right on the playing edge, which made it unusable. I'm not sure if that's common, but it was unfortunate.

I've used Fender picks since I started guitar. I never bothered trying out other brands. One day, I was having issues with keeping my Strat in tune, so I got fed up and upgraded the nut with a Graph Tech TUSQ nut. I liked it a lot, so I figured I would browse what else the company I had in store, and I found these picks.I wasn't really sure what to expect, but man, I love these picks. They put out a nice bright tone, without the "thunk" sound I get from cellulose picks. Makes it really go back to anything else. Each of the sizes has songs/styles it does better with, but I generally find myself going to the 0.88mm the most.The smaller size doesn't bother me, but I have smaller hands. They fit in my hand nicely, and the smaller size is growing on me. It makes quick picking much easier for me, at least.If there was anything I'd like different, maybe a smoother finish on the non-picking edges, and better color options would be nice. That aside, I'm a happy player.

These are Similar to Dunlop Jazz 3’s in size. They are made in Canada. They do sound different when dropped. Definitely different hard sounding material. They play well. They wear well. The raised letters makes a good grip. What I don’t like is they wear rough. They seem like they loose small chips instead of being sanded smooth by the string. Making them feel sharp. Imagine wearing like a microscopic stone arrowhead. The different materials in the different picks all sound identical through an electric guitar. They are all hard with no flex making strings vibrate identical. So while the different colors sound different if you would like to make a tune dropping picks on the counter it’s useless for guitar tone. Some also came with the molded flashing another reviewer mentioned. Looking messy until cleaned up. I like my Graphtech nut, bridge and stop bar but am disappointed with these. Not that they are bad. For the money you can get better made in the USA Jazz III picks.

When I first got them. I thought I received the, "Kids meal." They are the smallest picks I have ever tried. You can hear the difference just by dropping them on a table. I play Bass. Trying out each one. They add a little brightness to my tone. Not a lot. I like the stiffness of their picks. Exempt for their size, I would give them 5 stars.

I'm sorry. I love Tusq bridge products, which I own on my acoustics. However, I was so underwhelmed with my experience with their picks. Their manufacturing process leaves ragged edges on multiple picks and those affect the pick performance and sound. I ordered two different variety packs and both had this issue.Physical properties aside, the tones were not equal or better to my ears than my favorite nylon and other materials made picks. They were not bad either in that respect.But the physical quality issues were too much for a premium priced pick or any pick for that matter.

I purchased the assorted option and use all of them regularly as they each provide a distinct tone.

If you play these are the pics for you. Incredible clean sound!!