Choosing the right pick is crucial. It can make the difference between an amazing playing experience and a mediocre one. It can make the difference between a recording that pops and one that falls flat. There’s a whole world of picks out there that are made from different materials and in different shapes that can have wildly different effects on the way you play and what each note sounds like, and each of those picks is designed with a certain type of player and playing style in mind. Chances are there’s a pick out there that will help you play and sound like an even better version of yourself.

With so much variety, how do you begin your search? Well, we have several packs of picks available to help with just such an endeavor.

ALL-AROUND
ALL-AROUND

If you’re a newer player still figuring out what your style is, or if you just want to jump into the mix of things, then you should try our original Pick Variety Packs.

Available in Light/Medium and Medium/Heavy versions, these packs cover a broad range of Dunlop picks in the standard pick shape and its closest variations. The standard pick shape is a tried and true option for just about every style, and these packs offer several different gauges, materials, tips, and gripping surfaces to test out with your playing style—whether acoustic or electric. If you’re more of a strummer, then check out the Light/Medium Pack. If you’re more of a lead player, or you like to fill both roles, then the Medium/Heavy pack is a great place to start.

ELECTRIC GUITAR
ELECTRIC GUITAR

If you’re an electric guitar player looking to change up your tone or find a pick that better matches your playing style, then get yourself an Electric Pick Variety Pack. The gauges, shapes, and materials have been specifically selected to complement the tonality and feel of the electric guitar, especially if you’re playing leads.

Thick picks with sharper tips help with control and precise single-note runs while softer, thinner materials help achieve a built-in compression to rhythms.

ACOUSTIC GUITAR
ACOUSTIC GUITAR

Acoustic guitars require a slightly different approach than electric guitars, so the Acoustic Pick Variety Pack features a range of picks to refine your unplugged sound. Look to the thinner picks if you’re a strummer—they offer a smooth attack and nice, natural compression for even volume across the strings.

Thicker picks complement the dexterity and clarity needed to execute arpeggios and solo licks. As with other packs, different materials allow for different tonal adjustments.

SHREDDERS
SHREDDERS

So you’ve been playing a while and developed pretty killer technique, but you feel like you’ve reached a plateau. It’s time to find a new pick that will allow you to take your fretboard fireworks to the next level.

The Shred Variety Pick Pack features a carefully curated selection of shapes, materials, and grips that each take a different approach to enhancing the precision, clarity, and speed of your attack. Have fun and experiment—you might find the pick that opens up your technique to a whole new realm of expression.

FLOW<sup>®</sup> PICKS: <br>LET IT FLOW
FLOW® PICKS:
LET IT FLOW

The Flow Pick Variety Pack spotlights the advanced design of the Flow Pick, precision-molded to step out of the way and allow your mastery of the fretboard to take center stage—whether you’re a shredder or a strummer.

Flow Picks feature a wide angle, sharp tip, beveled edge, and low-profile grip that come together to deliver a smooth playing experience that allows you to dig in hard, play fast, and show your work. Made from aeronautical-grade Ultex material, they come in Standard and Jumbo sizes and several different gauges—this pack collects them so that you can see which one is right for you.

THE CULT  <br>OF JAZZ III
THE CULT
OF JAZZ III

The Jazz III Pick Shape has become a cult favorite among players who need to play hard and fast with precision, clarity, and control. First appearing as the red and black “Stiffo” Nylon Jazz III, the shape now comes in a variety of materials and sizes.

This pack collects the most popular varieties—from the Max-Grip® Jazz III to the Ultex® Jazz III XL. Tons of players, from Kirk Hammett to Joe Bonamassa, have said that the Jazz III shape totally changed the way they play—grab this pack and see if these picks have the same magic for you.

JOHN PETRUCCI AFICIONADOS
JOHN PETRUCCI AFICIONADOS

The John Petrucci Pick Variety Pack collects all four of John’s signature Dunlop picks, each expanding on the iconic Jazz III shape to suit his touring and recording needs—the JP Jazz III Pick (1), the JP Primetone® Pick (1 black, 1 oxblood), the JP Trinity Pick (2).

This pack is a must-have for John Petrucci fans or any players who want to try some of the prog rock legend’s mystical mojo on for size.

BASS GUITAR
BASS GUITAR

There’s no easier way to enhance your playing experience than to try out a new pick and see how it improves your tone and feel. The Bass Pick Variety Pack brings together a collection of shapes and materials that perfectly complement the low end and playability of the electric bass, whether you’re playing hard and fast or leaning back with a tight, thumping groove.