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Description
Crafted for mandolin enthusiasts who appreciate precision and durability, the BlueChip CT55 is a premium pick that stands out in the realm of mandolin accessories. Known for its exceptional wear resistance and smooth finish, this pick offers an unparalleled playing experience that enhances both tone and technique. The CT55 is constructed from a revolutionary high-grade composite material, ensuring a long lifespan and consistent performance, even under rigorous playing conditions.
Its unique bevel design provides a comfortable grip and facilitates effortless playability, making it an ideal choice for both professionals and passionate hobbyists. The CT55's meticulously engineered shape and thickness contribute to a balanced and articulate sound, allowing for clear expression across various playing styles. Whether you're strumming chords or picking intricate melodies, this pick delivers a reliable and satisfying response.
Key Features:
- Crafted from high-grade composite material for durability
- Unique bevel design for enhanced grip and playability
- Offers a balanced and articulate tone
- Suitable for both professional and hobbyist mandolin players
- Long-lasting and wear-resistant
Videos
The Mandolin Show
Dawg and Blue Chip CT 55 Pick Comparison
Dawg and Blue Chip CT 55 Pick Comparison
The Mandolin Show
Mandolin Pick Thickness Demo: Blue Chip (TAD-50, CT-55, TAD-60)
Phil Woodhull
BlueChip CT55 vs Tortoise Shell
Jackson Grimm Music
Dunlop Primetone 1.5 vs Blue Chip CT55 vs Wegen TF 140
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Reviews
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about BlueChip CT55.
Comparisons
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The BlueChip CT55 is favored for balanced, lighter playing, while the TAD 3R 60 is better for heavier playing with strong chop.
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Dunlop Primetone picks are noted as a preferred affordable alternative to BlueChip, with some users favoring the smooth style for grip.
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BlueChip picks are noted for their unique bevel and stiffness, aiding volume control without compromising playability.
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The Dunlop Prime Tone picks are highlighted as a cost-effective alternative, praised for their grip and control across various instruments.
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Some users find D'Andrea ProPlecs similar in sound to BlueChip but much cheaper, though they can be difficult to find in local stores.
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Dunlop Primetone picks are noted for projecting sound well but can be perceived as trebly and clicky compared to BlueChip.
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User experience
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Owners of the CT55 appreciate it for reducing pick click noise, enhancing tone on mandolins like the Eastman MD305.
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Owners find BlueChip picks less prone to rotation during play, which enhances control and precision.
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Several users report BlueChip picks lasting over 5 years, offering durability despite their high cost.
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It's advised to be cautious with the sharp points on new picks, as they can damage instrument finishes until worn down.
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Value and pricing
Use cases and applications
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Some mandolin players prefer BlueChip for reducing pick noise, potentially beneficial in high-definition recording settings.
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BlueChip picks are favored for maintaining grip under challenging conditions, such as outdoor gigs with limited visibility.
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BlueChip picks are praised for their beveled tips, which make a significant difference in playability compared to other beveled picks like Wegen TF 100s.
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Artist usage
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It’s exceedingly difficult to find a pick that delivers on all fronts, namely feel, tone, and durability. Indeed, before BlueChip, I’d never enjoyed more than two of those three important qualities in the same pick. Though I’m always hesitant to gush, I can safely say that Mr. Goins makes the most balanced, empowering pick known to me. It almost literally sticks to your fingers, thus minimizing on-the-fly adjustments, drives through the string consistently on both up and down strokes, and faithfully transmits what you and your mandolin have to offer tonally, all this while staying at the top of its game for far longer than I’ve ever experienced.
Sean Watkins, guitarist of Nickel Creek, confirmed his use of BlueChip CT55 picks in a comment during Nickel Creek's AMA on Reddit in 2014.
At the 2015 DC Bluegrass Festival, Sierra shows her BlueChip CT55 to the audience at her mandolin workshop (7:22 in the video).
In the video titled "Charlie Worsham Rig Rundown Guitar Gear Tour at Sony/ATV Studios Nashville, Tennessee" by Premier Guitar, at 14:04, Charlie Worsham's guitar pick collection is shown, which includes a BlueChip CT55 pick.
In an Instagram post by Andy Wood on September 4, 2018, he confirms using BlueChip CT55 picks by stating, "My favorite studio weapons while I’m working on the new solo album," and tagging @bluechippicks.
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