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The CT55 is a pick custom designed by Chris Thile for his personal use. It is very similar in size and shape to our TAD line of picks. However it is only manufactured in 55/1000 of an inch(1.4mm) thickness and has a custom bevel per his specifications. This is the exact pick that Chris Thile is currently using. See his thoughts on this pick on our users page.
Quarters, Nickels and Dimes, if included in the pictures, are for size reference only. They are not etched on the picks or included with the sale. To use this reference, please place a coin on your current non-Bluechip pick and then compare to the pictures of our picks with coins on top of them. This will help you choose the pick that is closest to your current favorite size and shape.
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Best mandolin (and other) availble - expensive, but just take care of it
Posted by Drew on 13th Jul 2024
Even though they are friends-teasing-worth expensive, these are the bomb. Just have one (I recommend 2) and keep one in the included, optional key chain--cuz if you lose THAT, you've got bigger problems. SMOOTH, indestructible/no-wear-down, and surprisingly minimal slipping, even with sweaty hands. AND GOOD TONE.
I would say get one or two of these, and also order a 12-pack of similar Dunlop Prime Tone 1.4s for just random practicing/jamming, with less tragedy if lost (they are NOT the replacement/equivalent, though--these are REALLY good, worthwhile picks--it's just that the Prime Tones are relatively similar in size, beveling, and overall feel; but not this quality of sound and playability. (For mandolin, but also 12-string guitar and, actually, anything stringed. - Get the "speed beveled" version in any pick)
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Believe me, it's worth the money
Posted by Mike Fox on 2nd Jul 2024
OK, my musician friends say "Whaaaat? You paid $35 for a pick?" And it is a lot, compared to other picks. But I play a $5000 mandolin, and $35 is less than 1% of that. I love my mandolin and I want it to sound its best. And no other pick sounds nearly as good. Crisp and clear, with good volume. The bevel is perfect. And it is indestructible. My mandolin has never sounded better with any pick, and I've tried them all. I consider my CT55 to be a bargain for what I am getting out of it.
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better than tortoise
Posted by dick wade on 1st Jul 2024
I’m long time blue chip fan. What draws me to these picks is the tone, the way they slide off of the strings, and longevity. The latest pick I purchased is the CT 55. I have a tortoise pick that I love but I wear them down too quickly, they are getting too expensive and harder to find. If I loose it it’s a heartache and a headache to replace. If I lost a blue chip it will be a heartache but easy to replace and they are always consistent . Tortoise is not consistent. Blue Chips have become apart of my sound
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Really Makes a Difference
Posted by Unknown on 25th Jun 2024
I'm still very much an amateur at this mandolin thing, but could immediately hear the difference it has made to my tone and volume. Worth the cost!
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A good clean sound
Posted by Richard Reiner on 29th May 2024
I have used many picks over my 40 years of playing and held off buying an expensive one like a BLuechip until now. Was it worth the money? Probably. The feel is good and the sound clean. Hope I don't loose it!
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The Best Pick
Posted by Joe on 23rd May 2024
I can't say why, but this pick is the best shape/thickness for flatpicking guitar (in my opinion). I've tried a lot of other high end picks and I always come back to the CT55. Leads sound great, rhythm sounds great, everything's perfect.
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My perfect pick for acoustic and Mandola!
Posted by Unknown on 28th Mar 2024
A recording work with a very special meaning for me. Thanks to Matthew for his loving treatment.
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Personalized Picking Perfection!
Posted by Unknown on 12th Mar 2024
I’ve used this pick for years, but shelled out a few extra bucks to have a few personal letters on it. 1. It looks great. 2. It sounds great as always. 3. Not that it needed it, but the letters on the other side of the pick actually improves the grip. I highly recommend! Very thankful for the products and people at Blue Chip!
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Great product. My favorite guitar pick.
Posted by Marlo Lewis on 12th Mar 2024
I use the CT55 with my acoustic and electric guitars. As advertised, sticks to your fingers but glides off the strings.
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Perfect for my wife's mandolin!!!
Posted by kim hwisung on 23rd Feb 2024
My wife is member of country gongbang! from south korea
I gave this perfect pick for amazing performance
see you on stage! many festival in 2024
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