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.
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Posted by KC on 29th Jun 2017
Pick arrived in no time! Flawlessly beveled. Brings a rich clarity out of my mando strings that makes me smile. Worth every penny.
Posted by Larry on 1st Jun 2017
This pick is awesome!!!! I'm new to playing mandolin and never knew a pick could change the sound and playability so much. I'm glad I bought this pick.
Posted by Alan Morton on 25th May 2017
I have played with nothing but real tortoise shell for the past forty years, with the occasional experimentation with other picks that claim to have the same sound and feel as tortoise shell. A few of them came close but never as good or better. I was sent a Blue Chip CT 55 as a Fathers day gift (name engraved!) and went on to fall in love with it. I was so impressed I got one for my old pickin' partner that originally introduced me to the tortoise shell tone and now you have another convert. He even went as far as to claim this pick has re invigorated his playing and has inspired him to play more than ever! Also, unlike my tortoise picks ,made from old mirror backs and snuff boxes ,I can easily replace my CT 55 if I lose it. So thank you for making such a quality product
Posted by David Duncan on 25th May 2017
I own 8 or so BC pics. This is a great pic for Mando and guitar. The guys at Blue Chip are always great to deal with!
Posted by Bob on 13th Mar 2017
You wouldn't think that a $35 pick would be worth it, but it is. I use this pick for all my instruments - mandolin and guitars. It's perfect and feels like an extension of my soul. I lost one once and didn't feel right until I replaced it with the exact same model. I once dropped it and stopped the show to ask everyone to help me find it. I swear that it makes my instruments sound better and my playing is more inspired. I don't know how, I just know it's true.
Posted by Jesse on 1st Mar 2017
Well I had been using the TAD 50 and thought I'd try this one out. I like it! Seems easier to hold, and I have a little more volume.
I like blue chip picks so I might partial.
Posted by Scott Carroll on 24th Feb 2017
I've tried all types and brands of picks and this one is the ONE for me! Great feel, size and shape for my playing style, sound and overall playability. Try one and I guarantee it will be your favorite.
Posted by Jan Willems on 3rd Jan 2017
Sounds great, feels perfect, right thickness, right size.
Posted by Cliff B on 1st Jan 2017
This is my second CT55. Not that there's anything wrong with my first one, just that I thought I'd better have a back up!
Posted by Ken Slevinsky on 28th Dec 2016
I've been playing mandolin for 11 months. I've been studying grip, speed, tone... with a variety of picks. I had to try this one after all of the favorable reviews, and Chris Thile is from my town. Wow, everything is true, stays in my hand extremely well, and awesome tone. I've clocked about 25 hrs. on it in the 4 days I've owned it and my timing, quickness, command.... have improved tremendously. I have some picks that sound good on the higher strings and some that are good on the lower ones, I like the volume and tone of this pick everywhere.