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Description
Dunlop Tortex Standard 0.60mm Guitar Picks
Take your guitar playing to the next level with the Dunlop Tortex Standard 0.60mm Guitar Picks. Renowned for their maximum memory and minimum wear, these picks are carefully designed to provide the perfect grip and snappy tone that made the original tortoiseshell picks famous. In the Tortex line, Dunlop sought to revolutionize guitar picks, going beyond the outdated system of ambiguous light, medium and heavy picks to provide a standardized range of thicknesses, each easily recognizable by Dunlop's signature color-coded system.
The Dunlop Tortex Standard picks are crafted from a highly durable plastic called Delrin, ensuring resistance to the constant wear and bending that guitar picks are subjected to. With their grip-enhancing surface, these picks naturally feel “just right” in your fingers, never feeling sticky yet firmly staying in place during your most intense jam sessions. The sharp point ensures maximum speed and accuracy with every strum, making these picks a favorite among electric, acoustic, and bass guitar players across a wide variety of musical genres.
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out on your musical journey, you can trust Dunlop's Tortex picks to deliver the clear, articulate sound that you're striving for.
Key Features:
- Dunlop's standard pick shape offers unmatched versatility
- Sharp point for maximum speed and accuracy when picking
- Tortex material is highly durable and resistant to everyday play wear
- Bright and articulate tone that works well for electric, acoustic, and bass guitar across a wide variety of genres
- Pack of 12 picks, giving you excellent value for your purchase
- Signature color-coded system for easy identification of pick thickness
- Used by famous musicians like Tom DeLonge.
Product specs
| Shape | Standard |
| Gauge | .60mm |
| Material | Tortex |
| Quantity | 12 |
FAQs
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What is the primary use of Dunlop Tortex Standard 0.60mm Guitar Picks?
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Dunlop Tortex Standard 0.60mm picks are ideal for guitarists who prefer a medium-light pick that offers a balance between flexibility and control, making them suitable for strumming and light picking.
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How durable are Dunlop Tortex Standard 0.60mm Guitar Picks?
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Dunlop Tortex picks are known for their durability and resistance to wear, typically lasting 1-3 months with regular use, depending on playing style and intensity.
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What material are Dunlop Tortex Standard 0.60mm Guitar Picks made from?
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These picks are made from Tortex, a material designed to mimic the feel and tone of traditional tortoiseshell, offering a bright, articulate sound.
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Are Dunlop Tortex Standard 0.60mm Guitar Picks suitable for beginners?
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Yes, these picks are suitable for beginners due to their balanced flexibility and control, which can help new players develop their technique and achieve a consistent tone.
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How does the thickness of Dunlop Tortex Standard 0.60mm Picks affect playability?
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The 0.60mm thickness offers a medium-light gauge, providing a good mix of flexibility for strumming and enough stiffness for articulate picking, making them versatile for various playing styles.
Videos
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Reviews
PROS
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Practically unbreakable, even under heavy use
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Excellent grip, even with sweaty hands
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Versatile for both strumming and soloing
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Produces well-rounded, rich, and bright sound
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Durable, with minimal wear over time
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John Frusciante and Kurt Cobain's pick of choice
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Great value for the price
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Easy to find due to bright color
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Suitable for both guitar and bass playing
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Ideal balance between flexibility and rigidity
CONS
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Grip can slip if playing very heavily
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Logo wears off quickly
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Some find 0.60mm too thin for expressive soloing
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Teardrop shape feels small in larger hands
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Can produce unwanted clicking noise due to hard plastic
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Dunlop Tortex Standard 0.60mm Guitar Picks.
Use cases and applications
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The Dunlop Tortex .60mm picks are favored for rhythm playing due to their perfect thickness for strumming and riffing, especially by players like John Frusciante.
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The Tortex .60mm is favored for lazy strumming in country music due to its flappy nature that complements this style.
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These picks are described as ideal for acoustic strumming, but less suitable for lead playing due to their flexibility.
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User experience
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Some users transitioned from thicker picks, like 1.14mm and 2.14mm, to the .60mm for a more comfortable strumming experience, especially in acoustic settings.
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Users appreciate that the picks do not get slippery with sweaty fingers, maintaining grip during intense play.
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One user noted that the Tortex .60mm picks do not perform well in dry winter conditions, as they tend to slip more easily.
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Comparisons
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The .60mm picks are compared to heavier ones, with users noting they offer a balance of flexibility and control, unlike thicker picks which require more precise finger control.
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Owners compared Tortex texture unfavorably to Clayton Raven picks, which are noted for a better beveled edge.
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5.0 out of 5
Based on 49 Reviews and 261 Ratings
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The Absolute Standard
No other size but the 0.6mm Dunlop pick actually appears. These picks will vanish, then appear inthe oddest places. When I started playing, they kind of just appeared on my desk, and now I just find them in strange places. Luckily, I have an Altoid tin to keep'em safe, now.
OK, I've used these picks for a long time, but I've used plenty of others. The 0.5, I just got, and so far, they might beat the 0.6. I've also tried those Snarling Dog Brain picks, but that grip is awkward. I find that my picks move a lot on my finger, and I like it. But otherwise, these Dunlop picks have been the absolute standard for myself. 0.6mm is a somewhat good balance between thin and thick, but my preference seems to be leaning towards a lighter size. I give it four stars because there are better picks, and as of now, I can't say they are the best until I've tried much more.
300
My go to pick, very versatile and my favored gauge out of all of Dunlops line.
I spent years playing with yellow dunlops. I transition regularly between bass and guitar and found myself breaking strings when I would switch to the guitar. I dropped down to this gauge and have since found a truly comfortable and utilitarian playing style with them. They have enough girth to give me strong attack on my guitar, but also have enough malleability to not break my strings or to let me be quick. I have found they're just thick enough to play bass with as well, although I do tend to shred them when I use them on bass. I play lots of bass chords, arpeggios, and guitar-like lines on the bass so my choice of pick has changed over the years. For the sake consistency, these picks do the job just fine, and happen to excel at various picking styles for guitar playing as well. Orange is my least favorite color, but orange dunlops are certainly my most favored pick.
300
My go to pick, very versatile and my favored gauge out of all of Dunlops line.
I spent years playing with yellow dunlops. I transition regularly between bass and guitar and found myself breaking strings when I would switch to the guitar. I dropped down to this gauge and have since found a truly comfortable and utilitarian playing style with them. They have enough girth to give me strong attack on my guitar, but also have enough malleability to not break my strings or to let me be quick. I have found they're just thick enough to play bass with as well, although I do tend to shred them when I use them on bass. I play lots of bass chords, arpeggios, and guitar-like lines on the bass so my choice of pick has changed over the years. For the sake consistency, these picks do the job just fine, and happen to excel at various picking styles for guitar playing as well. Orange is my least favorite color, but orange dunlops are certainly my most favored pick.
140
Very comfy!
These picks are the type that aren't too thick but aren't too floppy and thin either. If you want to play punk rock music then I highly recommend these. They are the best picks to use when playing powerchords, solos and pick sliding. I use them all the time in my band "Unwired Society" and they made a huge difference to the quality of my playing in a great way.
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Fine I guess...
It works fine when I strum Horse With No Name but when I try to play Surfing With The Alien, it sounds totally rubbish; all the notes come out at the wrong speed and the wrong order.. I've got all the best guitar and amps and stuff except for this pick, so it must be the pick, right? What's the bestest, most expensivist pick I can get? Perhaps I should try a plectrum instead?
A great pick!
Not much to say really as it is only a guitar pick! It is in between being soft and hard making it a great all rounder!
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Go To Acoustic Pick
Not too hard, not too soft. Works great for electric. Whether you are strumming or picking, the pick is responsive.
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This July 27, 2020 Guitar World magazine article covers one of Kurt's used Orange 0.60mm Dunlop Tortex guitar picks that sold on Sat. August 1, 2020 for $1,854 with a starting price of only $400:
You can now buy a Kurt Cobain-used Tortex pick - for $400
The 60mm Dunlop plec has been authenticated by Nirvana tech Earnie Bailey
There has been an awful lot of Kurt Cobain gear going up for sale lately. Last month alone, the Nirvana frontman's battered Boss DS-1 Distortion pedal sold for $9,000, while his MTV Unplugged Martin D-18E set a new record for a guitar sold at auction, reeling in a whopping $6m.
But now there’s a piece of Cobain gear you might just be able to afford… although it’s not quite as unique.
Up for sale at Gotta Have Rock and Roll is a Kurt Cobain stage-used Dunlop Tortex .60mm guitar pick, estimated to sell for $500-$700, with bids starting at $400.
And while you might claim to have an identical pick in your pocket right this very second, this particular plectrum comes from the collection of Cobain guitar tech Jim Vincent.
According to the listing, the pick is in “very good condition”, and comes with a letter of provenance and a Certificate of Authenticity.
To bid, head over to Gotta Have Rock and Roll.
The same memorabilia site is also playing host to auctions of Prince’s custom “Goldfinger” gold-leaf prototype Fender Stratocaster (est. $2m-$3m) and Elvis’s iconic “Sun Sessions” Martin D-18 (est. $2m-$3m).
As well, in this image, we can see multiple Orange 0.60mm Tortex picks on Cobain's microphone stand.
And at Nirvana's November 19, 1991 preformance at Teatro Castello, Rome, Italy, during the first verse of "Come As You Are" at 31:09 you can see Kurt holding an Orange Tortex pick.
In this image Dave can be seen with tortex 60.mm on his microphone stand
In this photo of John Frusciante singing into the mic, his Dunlop Tortex 0.60mm guitar pick can be seen in the microphone stand pick holder. This is a shot from the recorded Red Hot Chili Peppers performance Live at Slane Castle (recorded August 23, 2003 at Slane Castle grounds).
The 5th track into this performance has Frusciante performing a solo cover of the song "Maybe" by The Chantels. As he is singing, the camera slowly zooms into his side, and the picks wedged in the mic stand pick holder come into view (around 1:15 into the song). Judging by their distinctive color and layout of the graphics on the pick, they can be identified as the .60mm versions of the Dunlop Tortex. He has several of these wedged in the holder, meaning he uses them throughout the performance.
The DVD of the entire Red Hot Chili Peppers - Live at Slane Castle performance can be found on Amazon.
In this photo from 2023 on John's newest solo tour the color of an orange pick can be seen. By the text and shape it appears to be a .60mm tortex pick
This article (originally sourced from Bass Player, but seemingly no longer in existence online) states that when Flea needs a pick to play a song such as Parallel Universe, he uses Dunlop Tortex .60mm.
around 11:03, a bag of Tortex guitar picks can be seen on the Korg Microsampler.
You can see 18 orange picks on Dave's mic stand.
During this 1996 audio interview, a stillshot of Corgan is shown, and on his mic stand we can see what appears to be four orange Dunlop Tortex .60s.
Thomas DeLonge uses Dunlop Tortex Standard 0.60mm Guitar Picks, as seen in a user-uploaded photo from a Blink-182 live performance on Tripod.
"Tortex .60s picks. Again, that's what he's always used. I think John [Frusciante] used the same thing," says Josh Klinghoffer's guitar tech.
He didn’t use a 0.50mm pick because as seen on the image, it shows a bunch of orange 0.60mm Dunlop picks displayed on top of the Fender amp.
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