Re: Playing rhythm with a stiff pick?
I use Dunlop 1.5 mm picks just about exclusively. Well, just the one, really. (I may be jinxing it, saying this, but it's been hanging in with me for years. Knock on wood!) That's for leads and rhythm, back and forth. I've not had any problem. Sometimes, if I want a slightly softer sound whilst strumming, I may hold the pick a bit loosely. Not so loosely to risk it flying, but just enough so that it is not transmitting the full force to the strings. This mimics the lighter touch a more flexible pick would impart. To my mind, anyway. Just be careful to avoid dramatically increasing pick clicking.
But that's just my opinion. I could be wrong. - Dennis Miller
Furthering Mandolin Consciousness
Finders Keepers, my duo with the astoundingly talented and versatile Patti Rothberg. Our EP is finally done, and available! PM me, while they last!
Bookmarks