The TD is a standard teardrop shape pick with two rounded corners and one sharper playing corner. This is a TD in a 50/1000 of an inch(1.25mm) thickness. All of our picks a professionally machined, hand beveled, and laser etched.
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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Posted by Dudley Connell on 14th Sep 2023
I've been using Bluechip picks exclusively for the last decade or so with the Seldom Scene. I used tortoise for years, but switched because the old picks would start to sound scratchy after a while. This is not true with Bluechip picks. They always sound clean and I like clean.
Posted by Jbow on 29th Aug 2023
I only recently heard of Blue Chip picks and had to try one. Now I have two, a TD 50 and a TD 35. Both are really nice but the 50 is my favorite. I’ve compared the sound with several other brands and to my amazement, it really does sound better. I’ve no idea how or why but it is just a solid tone… wood and steel. Some others come close but if you love to play acoustic guitar why not sound your best… to your own ears. That matters, other people just hear “a guitar” but you hear your tone. Get the best tone you can get with the best pick you can get!
Posted by David Strickland on 9th Aug 2023
...thinking the price was ridiculous. It's just a pick, right? ...but then I tried one a couple of months ago... now I own 4 - TD45, TD50, TP50 and TP-1R60. I have always used the TD (teardrop) shape, but am using the TP a lot more now. I love the tone produced by all the BlueChip picks and the way they don't slip.
Posted by Tom Roche on 2nd Aug 2023
I'd say the above really about all of the Bluechip picks I own. It's sturdy and yet it causes me to just concentrate on playing. If I can forget about the pick when I play, things are going well. If I'm worried about it, I might drop it, it's slipping etc, I'm finished and the intent of whatever I'm doing is lost because all I'm doing is thinking about picks! Can't say enough good things.
Posted by Rick on 18th Jul 2023
I am so pleased with my BC pick it’s just right in thickness makes my special D28 ring ! Now this is my 3rd Bc I lost the 1st one due to a pick holder coming open .
Posted by Unknown on 2nd May 2023
This is by far the best pick that I've used. It feels great but more importantly, it actually improves the tone of both my Strat and Martin. Definitely worth the price.
Posted by kendall miller on 17th Apr 2023
Very different from standard picks, great feel. easy to hold
does not have that pick click. Don't lose it!
Posted by RICK CROSSMAN on 4th Apr 2023
I like the feel, sound, and the grip works well for me. It doesn't wear out so the edges are consistent and the pick doesn't get smaller. I have only lost one in about 7 years and I can live with that. Too bad they aren't red, lol.
Posted by Thomas McBratney on 20th Mar 2023
I have used one blue chip pick exclusively for the last two years for every practice session and gig and there is no wear at all. I ordered another one recently just to have a back up. I can’t overstate this enough. These picks will improve your playing. From tone to accuracy. There is no compassion. I’ve been playing guitar for 30plus years and I can’t imagine going back to a normal $.25 Dunlop or fender pick.
Posted by Charlie Blansit on 23rd Feb 2023
I have several Blue Chip picks and recently purchased the TD 50. It is as outstanding as the other picks I’ve purchased. I use BC picks for mandolin and guitar. The TD 50 is perfect for Bluegrass guitar because it allows you to dig in without having pick lag. Basically, the thicker pick allows you to reduce the plastic clicking sound you get out of other brands. I have actually used various kinds of picks over the years. These picks are premium and their price reflects it, but if you buy one up front then you will save yourself time, money, and frustration over the years. I can recommend the TD 50, 45, and 35, as well as the TAD 40 and 55, for either guitar or mandolin. The various sizes and shapes offer different tonal qualities for different genres. Heavier picks for Rock, Country, and Bluegrass, lighter for Blues and Jazz. If you are not sure where to start, I recommend the 40. You will not be disappointed and you can experiment going up or down from there as you go along.