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The TP-1R is our classic triangular pick in a 40/1000 of an inch thickness with ONE ROUNDED CORNER. All of our picks are 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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Super versatile pick,
Posted by Christie Neil on 5th Aug 2022
Over the past couple months I’ve bought 9 BC picks of different shapes, bevels, and thicknesses. This was my second BC pick and it’s the one I pick up most often. I may get one of these in 50 thickness with a round bevel as I’ve found 50 to be my favorite, but there really isn’t a massive difference - more a difference of feel than tone. I think one of these with speed bevel and one with round bevel would cover most bases for most people.
To my ear, the tone difference is most evident depending on the bevel; normal bevel sounding darker/mellower than speed bevel. I hesitate to say “darker”, as dark sounds like a bad thing, but in this case I just mean less trebley. Next would be shape; round mellower than “pointy”. Thickness is obviously a factor too but mine are mostly in the 40 to 60 range so I don’t have any of the thicker versions to compare yet. I do have a 35, which I like for strumming acoustic. The Kenny Smith 60 is the darkest of the picks I have. Again, not dark in a bad way, but perfect for taming my spanky Tele bridge pickup. When spank is what I want, I use the pointy part of the TP-1R 40. When I want a bit less top end, the round corner works great. If I had one with a normal bevel, even more options.
The biggest difference in tone for me came when I switched to flat wound 12 gauge strings from the round 10’s I’ve used for 30 years, but being able to tweak things just by changing picks is amazing. Owners of BC picks will know all this already, but if you don’t own one, you’re in for a treat.
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Replaced a lost one I'd been using for 8 years
Posted by John on 15th Jun 2022
I sadly lost the TP-1R I'd been using for 8 years, and immediately ordered a new one.
The quality and durability of these picks is simply amazing. They can literally last a lifetime.
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Great feel and sound
Posted by Mike Buchman on 20th May 2022
My first Bluechip pick! What took me so long? I love the feel of this and the bevels help it glide/improve my speed. I just got into the boutique pick world a few months ago when I accidentally ran into and picked up a tortoiseshell pick. I like the sound of my Bluechip better, less clack, but that same warmth and volume swell. Really like the versatile design and contour options on this TP40-1R!. Will be exploring more shapes and thicknesses.
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The best of the best…
Posted by Alan in Indy on 18th Apr 2022
Blue chip pics are in my opinion undefly the best guitar pics anywhere around. The sound they produce and the consistent quality is beyond compare. They have me as a customer for life.
Alan in Indy
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TP-1R
Posted by Jordan on 11th Apr 2022
I remember my first beer, first kiss, and first time I got high. Ill also remember my first blue chip pick 20 years from now.
Was a little skeptical on how nice these could really be. Its a pick, I mean, come on....
You need to sacrifice a few lattes from the stand and give these a shot.
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TP40-1R Great for Full Sounding Strumming
Posted by JO on 22nd Feb 2022
This particular thickness seems to showcase the low and high end really well when strumming. I’ve been using only Blue Chip picks for several years and own all the thicknesses up to the 60. While I do use the other, thicker picks for times when I’m flatpicking only, this thickness in my opinion is perfect for strumming, especially when playing alone and using a mic on all of my Martin dreadnoughts.
Regardless of thickness, every one of BC’s picks allow the player to produce a buttery-smooth attack, and are very responsive when it comes to volume. If you’re not a fan of “click-clack” sounding picks these are definitely for you.
I’m not aware of any company that can claim all of the above plus make a pick that lasts an incredibly long time - even one of the thinnest ones offered!
Lastly, customer service has always been first-rate.
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Look for the R1
Posted by Roy on 26th Jan 2022
I think actual measurements on the website would be universally applauded by prospective buyers hesitant to spend a grip on a pick, and maybe don’t want to buy five to figure out the nomenclature.
That said, I love the pic.
I have used fender M picks for a long time. I like the triangle. One of my favourite old picks rounded out a bit over time from riding around in my pocket, I preferred that old pick for strumming.
The R1 has 1 rounded corner, which is a great for me.
I am a huge fan of the “speed bevel” and find that it really does clean my string approaches and exits, and makes fat picks feel less fat.
The TAD is about the size of a fender triangle. The TP is a slightly smaller like a large Jazz, only it’s a triangle. This was my favourite size, but I bought a thicker 60 (.060”) and that thicker pick is the one I choose most often.
I also like the 100 jazz, but I sanded my own speed bevel on it because I like the idea so much.
The tone is great and the pick never slips, I don’t know why.
I think the tone is refined, flat picking I would say it is a hair brighter than a Dunlop Ultex Jazz III.
I love the overtone calming impact it has on my trebles.
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Neutrality and grip
Posted by Unknown on 20th Dec 2021
Such a subjective topic - I just find these picks squeak-free, reasonably grippy, and very neutral. I do find the website confusing - I see myself trending to thinner picks but not all thicknesses available in all sizes. I could use a selection guide.
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Crisp attack, very little pick noise
Posted by Mike McGinn on 15th Nov 2021
I've had 4 or 5 different shapes/thickness of Blue Chip picks, usually 1.5 - 2.5mm. I was surprised to find this 1mm pick, the thinnest I have, didn't produce a thin tone at all. Quite the opposite, it's very loud and brings out a lot of clarity, while having a lot less pick click than I'm used to.
A 2.5mm pick with make a high pitched chirp sound, 1.5mm has a click or a brushy/swishy sound depending on the angle of attack. I feel like I can pick any way I want, tight grip, loose grip, different angle etc...I can hardly make a loud click if I try!
Very clean sound, easy to play fast/difficult parts, with less work. Thicker picks will bring out a little more bass response, but only noticeable by direct A/B comparison, and sacrificing trebles and clarity a bit. I'm impressed, I don't need them as thick as I've been thinking! Thanks!
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Fantastic pick!
Posted by djg57 on 15th Jun 2021
Ok, it seems weird to be excited about a guitar pick. And yes, it’s expensive. But I consider the analogy of a car and tires, “where the rubber meets the road”. If you don’t have a connection with the pick, you don’t play with the same confidence. I find myself playing with more expression, and the practice time goes by quickly. I’m grateful to find this source, and will probably order another one. But they last a while too. I just wouldn’t want to be without it now that I’ve experienced it.