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For almost 30 years Graph Tech's patented TUSQ technology has brought out the best in harmonics, vibration transfer and tone in guitars and stringed instruments worldwide. Now Graph Tech has engineered their TUSQ technology into the ultimate tone and performance pick.

TUSQ A3 picks have a high strength to thickness ratio found on real tortoise shell but with the harmonic content found that only TUSQ can deliver. TUSQ's ultra responsive feel will enhance the unique and subtle nuances of your playing; whatever your picking style.

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Graph Tech TUSQ A3 Picks Vintage .88 mm, 6 Pack

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0.88mm

Reviews

4.42

12 Reviews

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Never use other picks again!

I thought to myself, "So how much difference can a pick make?" I was given a reality check with this purchase. I thought I was just hearing things until I compared this to several other picks. The result: Other picks have a dull "thud" when compared to these picks giving a very airy and harmonic sound with use. I know that many producers will encourage guitarists to use a lighter picks than they are used to on some tracks because of the sweetness that they lend in sound. Somehow, these picks give that beautiful ringy tones, timbres and harmonics that accentuate the metals that are used in your strings and then are transferred to the guitar itself. These picks are flat-out amazing and I surprise myself that I am ranting about something as simple as a pick but if you are a serious musician who wants the ultimate tone from his/her guitar, try these!

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

Meh.

It's a plastic guitar pick. It may be made of the Tusq material, but that doesn't make it great for playing. I ordered the 2 different thicknesses and wasn't impressed by either. On top of that, the edges were terribly unfinished and had had nubs from the molding left on that I had to sand down before they were even usable. Skip these and go with Dunlop's Ultex picks if you want something that feels good and has is a tonal improvement over other picks.

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  1. Concerts1
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  1. Experienced4
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  1. Functional4
  2. Easy To Use2
  3. Good Quality2
  4. Improves Sound2

Reviewed by 12 customers

  • Meh.

    2

    submitted6 years ago

    byThat Guy

    fromMissouri

    It's a plastic guitar pick. It may be made of the Tusq material, but that doesn't make it great for playing. I ordered the 2 different thicknesses and wasn't impressed by either. On top of that, the edges were terribly unfinished and had had nubs from the molding left on that I had to sand down before they were even usable. Skip these and go with Dunlop's Ultex picks if you want something that feels good and has is a tonal improvement over other picks.

  • First time using these

    4

    submitted6 years ago

    byDuke Tone

    fromErie CO

    I am trying different picks to see if there is something better than what I previously used. Have had them for a week, so far so good. No final decision as of yet.

  • Adds tone

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byThe picker

    fromMichigan

    Adds a little sparkle more noticeable when playing clean and slow. Wears about as fast as a regular celluloid pick for me. I can live with that.

  • Snappy little picks

    4

    submitted7 years ago

    byJ. Leigh

    fromRhode island

    "Snappy" is the only way i can describe these compared to other picks i use. I like the raised lettering for grip, and they're nice and smooth, but they have that snappy kind of tone to them, which i find interesting, but haven't decided if i like yet. Def prefer for individual notes more than chords i think... will need some time to decide if they make it to the top of the pile.

  • A very good mid-priced pick with great tone.

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byTerry

    fromundisclosed

    I really like these picks. Very nice warm tone when strumming acoustic. Have experienced a harsh, brittle sound with other thicker plastic type picks. I also like the raised lettering on both sides of the pick that provide a better grip. Great product.

  • Wow

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byRobert

    fromundisclosed

    Maybe not for everyone but a must try. Just get a slightly thicker pick than normal as these tend to flex a bit more. I'm hooked.

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  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byJohn

    fromFlorida

    Wondering size, standard or Jazz III? If neither, which would you compare it too?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Closer to the standard.