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Gibson Triangle Picks - Heavy

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When you're ready to dive into your next jam session or hit the stage, the Gibson Triangle Picks - Heavy are designed to give you the edge you need. These picks feature a classic 346 "wedge" shape, which offers both precision and comfort, allowing for a seamless transition between chords and solos. The heavy thickness ensures durability and a rich, full tone, making them a favorite for those who demand both strength and clarity from their sound.

Crafted by industry leaders, these picks are perfect for guitarists and bassists alike, providing a well-rounded and responsive feel. Whether you're strumming gently or tearing through a high-energy riff, these picks maintain their shape and deliver consistent performance. The triangle design offers three playing edges, extending the lifespan of each pick and giving you more versatility in your playing style.

Sold in a generous set of 72 pieces, the Gibson Triangle Picks - Heavy are an economical choice for both professional musicians and passionate hobbyists. Keep them handy in your gig bag or studio to ensure you're always ready for any musical adventure.

Key Features:

Heavy thickness for robust sound
Classic 346 "wedge" shape
Set of 72 pieces
Versatile for both guitar and bass

Product specs

Available since	May 2013
Thickness	Heavy
Delivery Quantity	72

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What are the benefits of using Gibson Triangle Picks - Heavy for guitar playing?: Gibson Triangle Picks - Heavy offer enhanced control and precision due to their thickness, making them ideal for fast playing styles and producing a sharper attack. Their triangular shape provides three usable edges, ensuring longevity and consistent performance.
How does the thickness of Gibson Triangle Picks - Heavy affect sound and playability?: The heavy thickness of these picks provides more control and precision, which is beneficial for fast playing and achieving a defined, sharp tone. This is particularly advantageous for genres requiring articulate picking, such as rock and metal.
Are Gibson Triangle Picks - Heavy suitable for bass guitar?: Yes, Gibson Triangle Picks - Heavy are suitable for bass guitar. Their thickness and durability provide the control and strength needed to articulate bass notes clearly, making them a popular choice among bassists seeking a robust picking option.
How many picks come in a set of Gibson Triangle Picks - Heavy?: A set of Gibson Triangle Picks - Heavy includes 72 picks, offering ample supply for frequent use and ensuring you have plenty of spares for practice and performance.
What is the primary material used in Gibson Triangle Picks - Heavy?: While the exact material isn't specified, Gibson picks are typically made from high-quality plastics that ensure durability and a smooth playing experience. The material choice contributes to the pick's longevity and tonal characteristics.

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PROS

Wide shape prevents sharp tip from grabbing strings excessively
Hard enough for fast solos yet comfortable for rhythm playing
Soft plastic offers flexibility despite thickness
Great for pinch harmonics with a bright tone
Large size provides excellent grip and control
Usable on three sides for extended lifespan
Facilitates precise and dynamic playing without adjusting volume or pedals

CONS

Edges wear down relatively quickly

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Owners who switch from Jazz III to Gibson Triangle Picks find them to be more stable and less prone to slipping during play, especially for those with larger fingers.
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Some users find the sharp tip of the Gibson Triangle Picks advantageous for achieving pinch harmonics, though they require a lighter touch for dynamic play.
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For those used to smaller picks, the length of the Gibson Triangle Picks can feel cumbersome, requiring adjustment to the grip for optimal control.
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Users report the Gibson Triangle Picks as ideal for bass, providing a robust attack and control on thicker strings compared to traditional guitar picks.
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Some players find that the large triangle shape allows for playing with three fingers, similar to James Hetfield's technique, which offers more stability.
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Some users with larger hands report that these picks improve playability and comfort, reducing the likelihood of the pick slipping during intense play.
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The Gibson Triangle Picks are favored by metal musicians for their precision and aggressive attack, enhancing tremolo picking and soloing.
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The larger surface area makes them preferred by bass players, as they are less likely to slip when dealing with thicker strings.
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Gibson Triangle Picks are seen as a bridge between Jazz III and standard picks, offering the control of Jazz III with a larger size, appealing to metal players.
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Users note that Blue Chip picks, with their softer triangle shape, offer a smoother bevel and are preferred by some over Gibson Triangle Picks for their longevity and comfort.
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Triangular picks provide the advantage of three usable tips, allowing users to rotate and use a fresh edge when one wears down.
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Kim Gordon

Singer, Guitarist

Sonic Youth

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This website covers Sonic Youth's September, 1986 interview appearence in Guitar Player Magazine, the article mentions Gordon's use of a .96mm Gibson triangle pick, heavily worn over the corse of one of Sonic Youth's 45-minute live sets:

NOTES

This is a very nice Daydream Nation era piece with several extensive sidebars dedicated to the band's gear, tunings, and even some tablature. The three guitar players are also interviewed together after a show. The article opens with Thurston recording some screams into his Sony walkman to play during the gig while they change guitars. The band discuss their influences, cyberpunk, improvisation and their songwriting process in general.

GEAR MENTIONED

The article mentions many of the guitars used by the band, though often doesn't specify who used them. Thurston is pegged as the bigger supporter of the Jazzmaster, having recently purchased a reissue.

Fender Jazzmasters (1) (2) (3) (4)

Fender Jaguar

Fender Mustangs (1) (2) (3)

"a pair of identical Telecaster Deluxes" (1) (2)

Fender Duo-Sonic

"a Mustang/Telecaster hybrid" (??)

Strat-style Fernandes

Univox Plexiglas Dan Armstrong copy

Quest refitted with Ibanez pickups

Ovation Viper

Drifter

'76 Gibson Thunderbird bass

Rickenbacker bass

Ovation bass

LEE: "One thing we hate is locking tremolos. We'd never buy a guitar with that. The Jaguar and Jazzmaster never go out of tune, and the Mustangs are pretty reliable, too. The Jazzmaster pick-ups sound a little thin to my ear, but Thurston somehow manages to get a lot of meat out of them." (Indeed, Lee shied away from the Jazzmaster until he first started putting Tele Deluxe pickups in them in the mid-90s.)

The Drifter, pictured in a promo shot with Daydream Nation under its strings along with the drumstick, is showcased as the "sickest" guitar, explaining that Lee pulled out the frets years ago as a microtonality experiment, and it's now fitted with 4 bass strings and Thurston uses it as his drumstick guitar.

Peavey Roadmaster Amplifier w/ 4x12 cab (THURSTON)

Peavey Roadmaster Amplifier w/ 6x10 cab (LEE)

Fender Super Reverb (blackface) as extension cab (LEE)

Peavey Encore 65 (THURSTON, to play his Sony Walkman thru onstage)

Marshall Jubilee Bass Series head w/ Dietz 2x15 cab (KIM)

LEE: "Most Peaveys are horrible but they made that one great series of top-of-the-line six-tube killer-watt amps."

LEE's PEDALS:

Pro-Co Rat distortion box

Boss Compressor/Sustainer

Morley volume pedal

Fender DGC1 delay (should be DGL-1 digital delay)

THURSTON's PEDALS:

DeArmond volume pedal

MXR Blue Box ("just as a goofy thing")

KIM's PEDALS:

Aria MP-5 Metal Pedal

Dunlop Cry-Baby wah wah

As in the earlier issue, the band discusses their dislike towards relying on effects, though you can see they're starting to adopt them.

THURSTON: "They just get in the way. I'm more interested in the organic side of sound, like tuning. Pedals are a deviation. If you use them, then you're listening to the effect and not the guitar; they become the dominant factor in the sound."

Both guitarists use medium gauge Jim Dunlop picks (Thurston .60 mm, Lee .88 mm), while Kim uses a Gibson heavy gauge (featured as a gnarled stub in the issue's fold-out poster of famous picks).