Banjo Picks & Plectrums
Steve Clayton Picks … I first came across these plectrums at an all Ireland fleadh …they were in the hands of many of the tenor banjo and mandolin players that were competing! They have been designed and manufactured in the USA from ultra modern materials. Standard Shape .38mm Thick
A much sought after plectrum for ukulele, Ukulele banjo and banjo. Made from hard felt. The ideal 'strumming' pick for that vintage sound. Supplied in a pack of Five Plectrums. Can also be used for soft strumming a guitar.
A much sought after plectrum for banjo and uke …Made from hard felt. The ideal 'strumming' pick for that vintage sound.
Fred Kelly's Delrin Slick Pick has a flat pick point that enhances smooth strumming. This pick is neither big or bulky, like many on the market, and is the first pick that acts like a flat pick. Approx. medium size. (Colour may vary).
Steve Clayton Picks … I first came across these plectrums at an all Ireland fleadh …they were in the hands of many of the tenor banjo and mandolin players that were competing! They have been designed and manufactured in the USA from ultra modern materials … Acetal Polymer is a unique material among guitar picks. It produces warm clear overtones, yet its durability holds up to the most demanding performance.
Inspired by the popular National pick made in the late 20’s, this ProPik combines vintage style looks with a more comfortable fit. A special pierced wrap secures the pick to your finger without needing to be overly tight. These picks are made for playing banjo, fingerstyle guitar, dobro, lap steel, pedal steel, resophonic guitar, Steel guitar and Autoharp.
Fred Kelly Delrin Standard Grip Flatpicks have a unique fine textured grip and a slight ridge around the thumb area to ensure a firm grasp. Delrin is an extremely strong material, and also provides a very soft and natural sound on the strings. Available in light ,Medium and heavy gauges.
The ProPik Heritage fingerpicks are based on a pair of Earl Scruggs' 1950’s National oval eight picks that were used during the recording of "Pike County Breakdown", featuring Lester Flatt and the Foggy Mountain Boys, in October of 1950. Following that session, Earl gave the picks to Dobro legend, Tut Taylor, who approached Scruggs about what picks he used.
Many decades later, those same picks made their way to Deering artist and R&D advisor, Jens Kruger, who had become very close with Taylor and they became the base for the new Heritage picks. These picks are the exact dimensions of Earl’s Pike County Breakdown picks, and each blade is individually buffed and angled backward for a played-in feel, as well as less resistance against the strings.
Wes Corbett (Molly Tuttle, Sam Bush Band) commented:
“The Heritage is my favorite new prewar style pick. The craftsmanship is beautiful and the tone is balanced no matter where you place your right hand.” - Wes Corbett
Fred Kelly's Poly Slick Pick has a flat pick point that enhances smooth strumming. This pick is neither big or bulky, like many on the market, and is the first pick that acts like a flat pick.
A very neat shell thumb pick from Dr Sherpa. Comfortable medium size fitting and close reach for the strings.
The Fred Kelly Bumble Bee Jazz Left Handed Thumb Pick is a unique combination of a flatpick and thumbpick, all rolled into one! It is fully adjustable and rotational, which makes it user-friendly and adaptable to your individual playing style. This pick is made of delrin material and provides a soft and natural sound on the strings. See below for size information.
Fred Kelly's Poly Regular thumb picks are known for their unique comfort. Polycarbonate has an appealing transparent color. The sound created from a polycarb pick is brighter than that from the delrin. Available in Standard or Large size.
Performance boosting! These one-of-a-kind angled picks let you hit the strings squarely with minimized finger movement, so you get a boost of tone, speed and volume. Choose Finish first and then Blade Angle.
Non-slip design won't loosen or turn on thumb while you play. Fits securely without being too tight. When the pick feels too tight or loose around your thumb, simply expand or contract the thumb pick's wrap for the best fit. Adjustments are made quickly and easily without heat or tools.
Delrin 500's combine the latest plastic technologies to
produce a longer lasting guitar pick with excellent memory and a super-slick surface.They have a polished surface for precise, instant release.
Fred Kelly's Speed- Pick was designed to be fast on the strings. The long, slim shank allows for precision, speed, and truer tonal clarity. It has a comfortable, yet securely fitting thumbhole, and is available in the delrin material. Delrin is an extremely strong material, and provides a soft and natural sound on the strings. Approx Medium size.
The Fred Kelly Left-Hand Banjo Pickers Set includes a Fred Kelly Left-Handed Poly Slick Pick and a pair of Dr Sherpa Nickel Finger Picks.
A graded set of three Fred Kelly Nylon Flat Picks: Nylon is very durable yet flexible and creates a soft sound on the strings. Designed by Fred Kelly, this pick has a reliable knurled good grip on both top and underside of the pick. A great choice for flat picking Guitar, Banjo, mandolin etc. The set is made up from one of each Light, Medium and Heavy gauges.
A set of three Fred Kelly Large(.085) Fat Poly Flat Picks: Excellent for bluegrass mandolin and fast guitar picking. Polycarb has an appealing transparent color, and creates a brighter sound than nylon or delrin. Designed by Fred Kelly, these picks have a unique fine textured grip and a slight ridge around the thumb area to ensure a firm grasp. A great choice for flat picking Guitar, electric Guitar, mandolin etc.
These long awaited ProPik polished Stainless Steel finger pick are like having 'good', 'better' and 'best' all rolled up into one! You will get a comfortable fit and thanks to an industrial-strength stainless steel, a pick that you can count on using for decades. Just as brass and nickel-silver have their own unique tone character, so does stainless steel. In the scheme of things, the tone of this pick is slightly brighter than nickel-silver. Available with a Standard or #2 Angled Blade and with a Split or Single Wrap. Please see below for more information.
The 'Dr Sherpa' nickel steel thumb pick 'for that extra bite'.
A neat precision pick with smooth polished finish. Bendable for comfort fit.
