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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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totally awesome pick
Posted by jonathan d hurt on 10th Nov 2025
I’m a beginner mandolin player with a beginner’s mandolin. The mandolin is around the $500.00 range. I purchased a handful of brand name picks along with the mandolin. The Blue Chip CT-55 is absolutely the greatest pick I have ever used. The sound, tone, feeling and the usability is absolutely unmatched by the other brand name picks. Every note picked, chord strummed and chords chopped produce a clear high level tonal quality usually reserved for very expensive professional quality mandolins. There are many beginner players that struggle with finding the proper equipment to use. These picks will improve the overall sound that your mandolin will produce. With proper technique blue chip picks will absolutely 100% improve the sound of your mandolin. Blue chip picks will absolutely bring out the greatest potential that your instrument can provide.
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CT 55
Posted by Unknown on 7th Nov 2025
I bought the CT55 after having a TAD R3 50 pick for several years. Both are amazing. Similar speed but they play differently. CT 55 is brighter and TAD more velvety. Maybe less pick noise with TAD. CT55 has a touch more volume though dig in on a note with the TAD and it barks nicely on good mandolins. My tip. Experiment. I enjoy both
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hands-down, best pick I’ve ever used
Posted by michael snyder on 3rd Nov 2025
I’ve been playing multiple instruments for decades. And once I found the CT-55, I use that pick for everything. Bought it for mandolin, but love it for both electric and acoustic guitar as well.
Great communication from the company and ships quick. Highly recommended!
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Best pick ever!
Posted by Lee Cagle on 30th Oct 2025
I ONLY use blue chip picks. They are a game-changer on smooth playing. And the service is personal, fast, and friendly. They go out of their way to make sure the customer has exactly what they need.
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add pop to the mandolin chop.
Posted by Alonza on 13th Oct 2025
I play guitar and mandolin, have for 30 years. I’ve never been one to buy a boutique pic, especially one so pricey matter of fact, I laughed when others tried to suggest this very pic to me before. Finally got around to giving it a shot and wouldn’t you know all the hype is true. It brings out the low end of a guitar naturally and beautifully and give authority to the mandolin. It might be my first blue chip pic, but it will not be my last! I highly recommend any player pick one up.
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Clean and fast
Posted by John Hinsley on 10th Oct 2025
What else could I ask of a pick? Ok, it "sticks" to my hand so that I can use a very light grip. And it is zero-maintenance.; It is well worth the price.
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Best pick
Posted by Unknown on 2nd Oct 2025
Have triad lots of picks. This is the best, the feeling, the sound, everything.
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First BlueChip purchase, I'm hooked
Posted by Jordan on 29th Sep 2025
I really didn't want a pick at this price to be worth it, but as soon as I played with one, it was immediately obvious what a difference it made on expensive and cheap instruments alike. I will be buying more.
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The World's Best Pick
Posted by Russell R on 6th Sep 2025
I use Blue Chip picks exclusively for playing jazz guitar, they are faster (release from the sting) and sound clear and phat.
I recently sent one as a present to a friend who is a mando player and he feels the same way!
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Quit worrying. You won't regret it at all.
Posted by CJ Hill on 5th Sep 2025
My review is actually based off of two different pick purchases. I first purchased the CT55 with a speed bevel for the right hand. While the mandolin instantly sounded better, I found it difficult to play cleanly. (Probably because I am no good) I then decided I wanted to try a round bevel. WOW! What an amazing difference in both sound and ease of playability. Yes, $35 for a pick seemed high at first. It is worth every penny. If you are on the fence about it, do yourself a favor and treat yo' self. These are simply the best picks ever made. Thanks to Blue Chip and to Chris himself.
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