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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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the only pick I use
Posted by Roger Wilkinson on 4th Dec 2017
I started using the Blue Chip pick a couple of years ago and absolutely love the feel of this pick. Once you use a Blue Chip pick you will too will be hooked. I have been playing for over 50 years and will not use anything else.
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Great pick
Posted by Scott on 10th Nov 2017
I love the tone you can achieve with this picks.
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CT55 Pick - Mandolin
Posted by DeeDub on 6th Nov 2017
I've been through the gambit of picks. The size, material, bevel, and durability are unparalleled in the other picks Ive used. It does have a smooth finish bit I have no trouble with it slipping while strumming. Even picks with gripping material on the pick surface slip on me. I believe the lack of slippage on the blue chip is due to the hardness of the plastic, and more importantly the bevel. My current pick is the second I've owned. I lost my first one, and decided I didn't want to pay another $35 for a pick. I tried multiple other picks to include a number of other 'big triangle' style similar to the TC 55. I've used all the various variety packs you can buy with the change you find in your couch. I even became accustomed to a couple Dunlop picks. I finally decided to buy another blue chip, and the first chord, the first melody I played...I saw the contrast. No comparison. All other picks are inferior.
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The standard
Posted by Carl C on 30th Oct 2017
These picks have setthe standard for tone, longevity, and wear characteristics since there introduction. I'm going on 5 years on my latest one.
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Worth the money!!
Posted by ethan bass on 2nd Oct 2017
This is by far the smoothest pick I have ever used. I am completely sold on bluechips now.
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flys off the strings
Posted by Kevin Walker on 29th Sep 2017
Im a believer. Compared to previous picks that I have used playing mandolin, Blue Chip picks are a step up from them. Ok you have spent everything you can on a great instrument why play it with a cheap plastic pick. I love my Blue Chip just hope I don't loose it.
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Great pick, love how it feels when playing
Posted by Jeff on 11th Sep 2017
Was not sure about purchasing an expensive pick, now that I have one to use I love it. I would recommend one to anyone who plays mandolin.
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Superb pick
Posted by CC Ryan on 27th Jul 2017
Arrived a day earlier than anticipated. Not only does Blue Chip make an excellent product, it's also super-efficient and professional. Much appreciated. On the day of receiving this pick, I played it on a gig (acoustic guitar) and loved it straight away, playing things I'd never played before. There's that tired old argument of spending this much money for a pick, but look at it another way. How much would you pay to be precise, inspired and have a great sound? Seen from this perspective, a Blue Chip pick is an absolute bargain.
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laege pick
Posted by james on 24th Jul 2017
The pick sounds good on the strings. I just wish I would have realized the size of it. I would have gotten smaller one. Oh well guess I am stuck with it unfortunately
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Tone, Tone, Tone it's all about the tone
Posted by Mike on 3rd Jul 2017
I'm a hobby player, and have been using Bluechip picks for 3+ years and they are certainly worth it. They are hand made by a small family company who I have had the pleasure to meet (on a trip to the USA) and get to know the exact detail that goes into making the each pick. The cost of the raw material is why the picks cost $35, this is not some big corporate concern, the picks are handmade with precision by a real USA family business. As long as you don't use them, they will last your lifetime and then some, I've just bought some more because I want to ensure I've always got one in my wallet, at work etc. But the real reason I continue to use Bluechip is TONE. Until I started taking professional lessons, I did not realise how important pick selection and pick technique is on your tone of an acoustic instrument. Bluechip picks produce the best tone and I've tried a lot of picks. It's not a gimmick, they really do make a significant improvement in tone and are easier to control for precise picking, particularly cross picking. If your hesitating because you are comparing the price to a mass produced pick that has been stamped out of a machine at a rate of 100 or more an hour, then realise that Bluechip picks are made by hand by the same small team, hand bevelled, each one hand polished until they are perfect, every time. They are the best!