Is the Jazz III the ultimate lead guitar pick?

[@Covesthur]

I prefer using an 16 GB SD card, got real grip, usually it doesn't slip and it usually have a upload speed of 4 MB/s which is cool

[@emilebouchard9682]

The new one have grip

[@alco-nyaan4311]

Great joke man!

[@felipetomaz1087]

big toe nail works as a charm too

[@JasonMcFly]

So Micro SD is actually Jazz SD

[@thathandleistakentrythisone]

Dumbass

[@hianshul07]

Person - "Hey troy what is your age?" Troy - "something between 25 and 60".

[@nathanguitar4246]

hahahaha

[@arinoba492]

for real tho

[@shabbaroo7775]

He is 15 yrs old and 3ft 7inches tall

[@commentfreely5443]

more pointy point

[@600micsofacid]

He is about 50

[@oxivixo]

The first time I picked one up I never looked back.

[@Bomber848480015]

OOOH pun intended!

[@hoofhearted7445]

same here.my playing got instantly better after I discovered this pick! I still suck though lol

[@ferrinbonn]

It really is a game changer for playing lead. So much more precise because of the tip. Although I prefer the XL version.

[@iamacharliest]

@@ferrinbonn The John Petrucci one is quite bit bigger too. I found the same as you the standard one was a little small and the glossy tip of the JP picks feel a little smoother coming off of the strings

[@xLSDxUCSB]

Jazz iii is my life

[@Xennox2]

I like it Been using jazzIII since 2001 I also like cheese, owls, helicopters and granola

[@tash5540]

Helicopters are fucking badass

[@Swoop180]

You should consider Skydiving, it's a hoot!

[@grobian47]

I like owls too! They are awesome.

[@jeembojones4194]

Who the hell doesnt like helicopters?

[@markszabo3936]

@@jeembojones4194 the vietnamese

[@guilhermegranda3869]

"It's 1.4 millimiters, don't quote me on that" - GRADY, Troy, 2019

[@jgrossma]

Actual spec is 1.38mm. . .

[@guitaristssuck8979]

Troy "1.4 mm" Grady

[@zoltanmike]

Troy measured the precise angles of the pick, but didn't Google it's thickness lol

[@migdonalds]

and you quoted him on that

[@TDub-dp2qp]

Okay we know that, but what about the size of the pick?

[@nickrundall]

This is precisely the level of geekery I need. Down the rabbit hole we go! Thanks Troy!

[@klumpos]

It has made all other guitar picks look and feel alien to me

[@tash5540]

I currently play Dunlop 1.14 picks. It's in between pointy and smooth, and now that I'm thinking about it, it fits my style. Pointy is lead and single notes, and smooth is purely chords. I'll probably pick up the jazz 3 next time I'm near a guitar center, they look fun.

[@stefanthorpenberg887]

I had used red Jazz IIIs for almost 20 years before I realized that McLaughlin also had them. He should try to find his own stuff.

[@knutnskar6796]

Lol

[@GenghisVern]

A 12 minute review on a guitar pick, with 40k views in 2 days lol good job

[@Grimior00]

Definitely lots of love for the Jazz III

[@troygrady]

It's crazy right? How many of y'all are there out there??

[@GenghisVern]

@@troygradybunch of us, just a pickin' and a grinnin'

[@taotuhao5969]

@@troygrady Obviously alot of us are from the south? ; )

[@radimfiala1680]

Genius!

[@axmancometh5959]

No wonder why i sucked for all these years, been using the wrong pick. Thanks man.

[@lookoutforfrankie2611]

HaHa good one, same problem for me I guess

[@jfo3000]

This pick may actually help you get better quicker. No kidding.

[@JeighNeither]

@@jfo3000 The Ernie Ball Prodigy is a far superior pick, in the same vein. It's got a beveled edge, and that soft rubber feel that sticks to your finger. Jazz III's are hard plastic.

[@JbfMusicGuitar]

Didn't realise how much I wanted someone to make this video until now. Guitar nerding at it's best, great stuff man!

[@zav2349]

_its_ best, even

[@mycinematics8948]

My girlfriends dad gave me one of the plectrums. I was like pfff Jazz? I only play the purest metal... fool. It sat on my windowsill for 6 months until I tried it. Will not use other picks now.

[@JbfMusicGuitar]

@@zav2349 Lol, well spotted!

[@JbfMusicGuitar]

@@zav2349 Lol, well spotted!

[@JbfMusicGuitar]

@@mycinematics8948 On the plus side, at least you got round to trying it out!

[@derekbender]

this video has way higher production values than it has any right to. keep up the good work!

[@troygrady]

That's how we do!

[@wasbeerik]

The Max grip version is almost perfect for me (perfection: the pick that will not get lost in the washing machine)

[@elbrothernaico]

oh man, try the ultex ones. it changed my life. Its the same material used on spacecraft and they never slip your fingers.

[@1thess523]

I have a Max grip and it's soo grippy i can't even adjust it hahaha

[@iagobroxado]

@@1thess523 it's the "set and forget" of picks.

[@JacobCain86]

Jazz iii = Compression Pedal of the pick world

[@TheJofrica]

That one is too griptacular and I can’t fix it in my fingers when I need too. Also feels like it’s shredding and sandpapering your fingers lol

[@localbod]

I've been using Jazz III picks for years now. For me Jim Dunlop make the best picks / plectrums.

[@imacashew.]

I’ve used jazz lll picks for quite some time. Great find. ✌🏻❤️💪🏻

[@lordviewer7305]

Nobody has ever made a video of a guitar pick like this, let alone the most used guitar pick in shredding. Manificent video production. Keep the awesome work.

[@Matthew-pt2pl]

I just switched to Jazz III picks and can now play Eruption blindfolded underwater on a left handed guitar. Thanks Dunlop!

[@BaronVonQuiply]

They're all I've used since I discovered them. They're the perfect size for me. Granted I mostly use the black ones.

[@Cromsies]

the JP flow 2.0 is an evolution of this pick! 10/10 fully recommended to fans of the Jazz III

[@manuinjapan]

absolutely, been using jazz 3 for more than 12 years, got the flow a month ago, It feels so much better tbh.

[@fender68able]

Yep. I'm trying to get used to the 2mm, but they feel really good!!

[@FollowMyHead]

My current favorite is the Ultex Jazz III. I thought I'd miss the grip of the Max Grip (my 2nd favorite), but the Ultex is super comfortable and stays in the hand just fine. Also seems to release the string smoother. Dig.

[@joshmuz9018]

I agree. It's the best one

[@cangilll]

yeah, awesome picks.

[@GlennJimenez]

What??? Have you tried the carbon fiber one? Ultex way too bitey

[@naegleriafowleri2230]

ultex not as grippy as max grip tho

[@WeWillAlwaysHaveVALIS]

I am by most accounts a terrible guitarist, but the Dunlop 3 has felt like an extension of my hand since I was first handed one. And I properly struggled with certain picks in the past.

[@hoofhearted7445]

Me too. Larger picks always rotated in my hand and then i was playing the side of the pick. C told i was bad, but the Jazz 3 fixed that instantly. and the control too

[@Pelleministeri]

Same here

[@ThorsShadow]

Do you guys remember the scene in "Pick of Destiny" where JB finds out about the pick? He looks at covers of guitar mags and realises, that "they all use the same pick". That's what the Jazz III was for me when I started using it 7 or 8 or so years ago. All my heroes were using it. Never went back since. I've been using different interpretations of this classic shape over the years. Currently using the Dunlop John Petrucci Flow pick (2mm thickness). Have been using that for 2 or 3 years now and am incredibly happy with it.

[@melodica5407]

JP jazz iii is the best Ultex material. A little bit bigger than jazz iii, but smaller than ultex/tortex Sharper, glossier tip feels faster than every pick i've ever tried.

[@maxvandijck6964]

Pretty much agree however I switched to jp`s new flow picks and they feel alot less slippery, I do like the tips of the jazz3 :)

[@Christheawsome3]

EJ jazz 3 is the best. Perfect sharpness

[@melodica5407]

@@Christheawsome3 Looks like a nice pick too, but i prefer ultex to nylon Just personal preference

[@JM-pw9cu]

Try ultex jazz 3 xl

[@guillaumeaudet3139]

Jazz III Ultex XL are the best evolution of it indeed

[@avocadofever6850]

My picking thumb ends up hitting the string when sweep picking or alternate picking with the jazz 3 no natter how far away I hold the pick away from the edge. I cant stand this pick

[@schizophrenicenthusiast]

Last summer a friend of a relative got me this pick as a gift. I had never heard of Jazz picks before. 11 months later, I'm still using that exact same pick (They don't sell those at any store in my country, because they're fucking ignorant, the idiots don't even sell Ernie Ball strings). Even after all this time it's still playable. To anyone who isn't comfortable with it, I hear you. Just give it a day or two to get used to it. Believe me it's worth it.

[@whoshotjj]

I feel you bro. They don’t even have a guitar store in my city, so you can’t really test out any thing, just have to buy them

[@santiguitar1607]

Where the hell you live bro? Even here they sell tortex picks

[@schizophrenicenthusiast]

@@santiguitar1607 I'm in the middle east, the market here for guitar or any music equipment is not well supported at all. You'd be lucky to walk in a music store and find the string gauges you need, or any string packs for 7-string guitars. In Lebanon the local currency has dropped by 80% of its value for about a year now so I've been hanging on to my last string set for about 10 months. Where do you mean by "here"? I'm sure wherever "here" is, you have it much better lmao. Cheers.

[@santiguitar1607]

@@schizophrenicenthusiast I mean, here is Colombia, a third-world country

[@ReizokoRyu]

@@santiguitar1607 yeah, I've been to Colombia and there are a lot of very poor parts, but the middle east is a 4th world country by comparison lmao

[@JoLoneyMusic]

I still use the same one I had when I first started learning almost 10 years ago. I’ve tried other flat picks, different types of fingerpicks, etc and always find this to be the one I gravitate towards for everything from metal to bluegrass. My only preference over it would be my bare thumb.

[@llwayneio]

I was making great progress on my picking but eventually ended up with cts (not sure if brought on by guitar practise as I had a repetitive job as well). I had carpal tunnel surgery this afternoon and I'm sat with a completely numb hand in a sling just hoping I'll still be able to play at a mediocre level after it's healed. Keep striving to improve but also appreciate what technique you do have, no matter how limited.

[@llwayneio]

@Greg Brown this is good advice, however in my case I found little relief from anything sadly. I do wonder if I went too hard with extensor exercises and stretches when I first developed symptoms instead of just resting as I found my symptoms worsened. I also think I may just be susceptible to it as my mum and aunt both have it as well. I hope you're able to stop your symptoms from progressing.

[@BrianVallotton]

I have severe tennis elbow in both arms (I do upholstery for a living). There was a time it was so bad I could not pick up the guitar. God give you good rest and healing. Finding balance and paying attention to patterns that bring pain helps us to learn new ways to do things! You could even end up better than you were with new techniques and understanding! God bless.

[@llwayneio]

@Greg Brown " trying to play above my skill level and shred beyond my abilities". yeah I can relate to this. It's difficult as you have to push yourself to some extent in order to get a "feel" for higher tempo playing but you need to recognise when its too much too soon. I never had any real warning before flare ups, for instance one day I had to lift some heavy boxes repetitively at work and felt fine doing so (regular fatigue), but later that night had severe burning and numbness. It's not always easy to spot when you're doing damage.

[@llwayneio]

@@BrianVallotton thanks buddy, I hope you can continue to play pain free

[@danhworth100]

Just bought this pick. Solved the problems I was running into with other styles. Only problem I have now...my picking hand is outpacing my fretting hand

[@nikoskarafotias9953]

i have that problem too tho im not playing with jazz picks. idk what to do about it

[@mrcaesar3123]

@@nikoskarafotias9953 metronome maybe idk

[@elijahsilvis3037]

Try hand stretches

[@IceGuitarist23]

No. The dunlop Jaz III Ultrex is! It's exactly the same dimension but longer wearing!

[@Bomber848480015]

I have used both and will play Ultrex as a second choice they do have better grip than the red nylon but feel a little sticky i guess on the strings.

[@mikeg9b]

I was about to make a comment on the Ultex Jazz III but you beat me to it. I think the different material slides on the string smoother and sounds better.

[@Bomber848480015]

@@mikeg9b Ultrex feels like it has just a but more drag on the strings compared to nylon.

[@ashleyjohansson230]

ultrex is better, made out of better materials. A normal jazz iii has problems with shaving off the sides and wearing out more quickly

[@Bomber848480015]

@@ashleyjohansson230 Never had the sides shave off, wear yes but not to that extreme. Come to think of it I have never owned a pick long enough to wear out. I always loose them.

[@skullkrusher4418]

I've never heard such a beefy, fat tone out of a Fender. Your playing is obviously incredible but your tone is not to be overlooked either.

[@Joerconvict1]

Just bought the variety pack of jazz III picks on amazon after watching this, lets see how it goes🤘

[@finninman5045]

Joerconvict1 I appreciate I’m late, but was there one that stood out? Looking at doing the same thing

[@bingefeller]

I have to say that I think the Flow is way better. To me the Flow feels more comfortable, slips off the strings better, has better grip and I love the tone of Ultex.

[@holgerseffen8020]

Same here. The only downside of the Ultex Flow is that it wears out so quickly. I've been using the 2mm version for a while now and it's the first pick ever that I don't have to break in for a day or two, though. For extra grip I use grip tape btw

[@nickrkr]

This channel is very underrated..this is probably one of the most important channels for Guitar playing and research

[@mendelganz]

For me i find more comfortable the big stubby 3.0 mm

[@jacobvanderzanden1077]

mendelganz same. The jazz iii’s are too small for me. The jazz iii xl’s didn’t haven’t as great of an edge either. The big stubbys are perfect.

[@shredx81]

I use the Tortex wedge 1.14. I used the Jazz III for a while back in the day, but found it useless for rhythm playing. The bigger picks tend to stabilize your thumb more also.

[@DeathBringer769]

They make a Jazz III XL version if you need a bigger pick. I've used both over the years. But yea, I have no problem chugging super fast/hard metal rhythms with even a normal small Jazz III. It just depends on you as a player.

[@aaronnovotny377]

Could you look into the variations of the Jazz III, such as the Kirk Hammett Signature Jazz III?

[@Its_LumberJack]

Its the same pick with a notch cut out.

[@Christheawsome3]

The Eric Johnson one is the only pick I use. It is the perfect sharpness. The standard one is too dull imo

[@jakeshaw5205]

@Pro Wongpakorn Choktithirath Ha Ha so true! funny

[@motorave3695]

Best picks are petrucci picks imo

[@CamiloVelandia]

Try the Dunlop Jazztone 205. For some reason they always sounded better to me

[@KilSwt2318]

Camilo Velandia YES!!! These are the best and 203 , My Go To Picks

[@CamiloVelandia]

@@KilSwt2318 Never tried that one! Many years ago, I ordered a set of each... 204, 205, 206, 207 and 208. I stayed with 205 for normal use, and 208 for dark acoustic sound (soft pick for regular acoustic "pop" stuff). I'll check out the 203

[@KilSwt2318]

Camilo Velandia bro you’d like em a lot trust me , def for lead stuff

[@CriconBRYAN]

i've ben using this picks for like 5 years now, and i found weird that i was the only one of my guitarrist friends that used it cause i just love it, its great to see that so many people actually use it!

[@robertcoppola6263]

I’ve been really digging the Dunlop Flow 3.0mm

[@andreyaek2266]

Gotta check those out! I've been using their "gypsy jazz" primetone 3mm picks for may years now. The only time I ever use anything else is for strumming across all six on acoustic, where a less than 1mm pick gives a completely different attack sound.

[@robertcoppola6263]

Andreya Ek I think we have similar tastes in what we like out of our picks! I was using the Primetone .73 for strumming on acoustic, but have now switched to the Flow .73 and having looked back. The Flow 3.0mm is like playing with a hot knife through butter on electric! 🔥

[@pedroalmeida7066]

Flows Finally have everything i needed. Ultex Material, Pointy end, with a great grip. It was like made for me on all the things i wanted in a pick

[@briansizemore475]

I used the jazz III for 22 years... played flow Andy James and now jazz III seems like it holds me back. So now I have the packs of flow 2mm, 3mm, 4.20mm and tortex flows. Not going back to jazz III anytime soon.

[@robertcoppola6263]

brian sizemore let me know what you think. I started with the 2.0mm and quickly graduated to the 3.0mm. 4.20mm seemed a little too thick, but might revisit based on your feedback.

[@JohnOhkumaThiel]

You might change your channel’s name to ‘It’s OK To Be A Smart Guitarist.’ Holy Hendrix! I’ve been working on playing faster, particularly alternate picking, been using larger / normal size picks until now. First of all, the smaller pick makes it impossible to incorrectly hold it with three fingers instead of two, and there’s more picking surface sticking out from my fingers as a result. But I bought three different brands of smaller picks yesterday to try out, all three are basically Jazz III shape at the tip, but there’s something about the Jazz III that is just overall better for lead lines. I wouldn’t recommend it for strumming, but for picking individual strings and playing fast it’s ideal. I also noticed the angle you hold your pick at. Until now I’ve played with the pick parallel to the strings, so I was getting maximum surface area of the pick on each stroke, but you and all the other examples you showed had them playing along the pick’s edge, which now that I think about it makes more sense. I’m originally a sax player pretty much since birth, Berklee alumni, born again musician on guitar 🎸 two years and three months ago. This kind of detailed technique and technology review is extremely helpful to someone who has ‘musicianship’ already, and I think beginners in music would benefit from getting it right from the start as well.

[@blackie75]

Just a hair small for my hands, I use the Jazz III XL, which also seems to be sharper than anything else I've tried, I love them.

[@nicholas72611]

The Ultex ones are a god send.

[@ThoughtWave64]

I was just saying that they are awkward to hold...a bit small...and seems to strain the hand a bit. I was used to the larger profile of the Dunlop 2mm. I think I'll try the Jazz III XL

[@CarlosCepinha]

@@nicholas72611 I've got Red and Black plastic picks but almost nobody sells ultex picks here... A tourist today offered me a Ultex Jazz III XL and in an instant connection I couldn't believe how good this pick was!

[@nicholas72611]

@@CarlosCepinha Use amazon my friend. You can get a 24 bag of Jazz III XL Ultex for $10

[@CarlosCepinha]

@@nicholas72611 Thanks! Usually I'm afraid of counterfeit picks unless it's an authorized dealer. (I've seen people getting scammed on fake Elixir strings)

[@humorvault7058]

Yes

[@doomguy10011]

I use the Eric Johnson series picks, which I believe are similar. Definitely among the best picks for fast lead playing!

[@xthatghomiex2939]

They're almost identical. I find the Eric Johnson picks to be slightly flatter and have less coating on them. Between that and the fact that there is more text on the pick, they feel easier to hold onto to me.

[@kevindeboard6411]

Also use the EJ Jazz III. It's a slightly different material and rings a bit brighter than the standard Jazz III. They look similar, but feel very different when playing, so it's down to preference. From what I'd heard (grain of salt), Dunlop changed the formula for the plastic way back. EJ didn't like it as much and asked if he could get picks with the original formula, which is why we have both now (like Classic Coke vs. New Coke).

[@t3hgir]

@@kevindeboard6411 classic EJ lol!!! "hey man did you change the plastic formula in these picks? something sounds different?"

[@AwmpuiaRenthlei]

John Petrucci made an improved signature version of this. Any comments?

[@markdilley3918]

Yeah it’s my pick of choice. Very very slightly different but I love it. Went from the J3 to the JPJ3

[@musket-hc1fc]

I prefer the original Jazz III's, small red ones, high gloss finish, and do not like John's "improved" version, or any other version, including the blacks.

[@keithreeder]

Define "improved"? "John likes them..." isn't it.

[@tee4222]

I guess I’m the only dummy that came in here wondering about a metallic lead guitar pick? I’m sitting there like “that sounds like a terrible guitar pick material” 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@DawidDoesTechStuff]

This video is crazy. :D

[@Bomber848480015]

I have used this pick for 17 years Red Nylon is my favorite. Great video and illustration.

[@miguelrico4338]

Can you do heavy strumming with this? Or technical strumming? Palm mute power chords kinda stuff? Funk strumming?

[@thedaver8]

Also, you can always play on the shoulder point for a more bass-forward sound. :) One of the best parts of the jazz III shape!

[@flaviomorofurian5271]

Love these picks. The Ultex version is also amazing.

[@arenblanton2330]

Guitar Nerds Unite...Exploring all the minutia surrounding the all mighty guitar pick. Great Vid

[@Semitotal]

I'm a Red Jazz III for life, but the Ernie Ball Prodigy mini is the closest I ever came to converting!

[@floydtracy37]

Too small for me. I like the Dava picks personally.

[@JM-pw9cu]

Try ultex jazz 3 xl. It is in the middle size between jazz 3 and regular tortex

[@DrDizzleFrizzle]

Close, but not quite. The John Petrucci Jazz III is the ultimate lead guitar pick! It's a subtle difference, but trust me, it's an improvement on perfection.

[@traderpapertiga]

Skill is the ultimate guitar pick

[@Acekorv]

Check out the "max grip" Jazz III pick. It takes away the only problem with that pick that it become a bit slippery sometimes. So if you can find the "max grip" Jazz III give it a try it's great!

[@ashcatcwk]

I don't even play guitar. Informative video though.

[@rarasdfa12312]

Can you use that for funk?

[@paulobatista7035]

I like the jazz III, BUT I love the stubby 2.0 mm

[@timirdas7747]

Aah! Here I get someone even more technical..yeah.. pinch harmonics and right hand dynamics.. a guitar player who uses a stubby will habe great right hand dynamics and can bring out great sonic dynamism in his/her playing.

[@Sarklord]

big stubby 3.0mm user here.....buy them in bulk :)

[@paulobatista7035]

@@timirdas7747 Yeah! Take a look at my latest videos. I like the dinamic of the stubby. You can play since the more agressive shred to a smooth blues without trouble. Hugs from Brazil

[@paulobatista7035]

@@Sarklord I try the stubby 2.0 mm just for a try and it was love at first shred kkkkkk Hugs from Brazil

[@timirdas7747]

@@paulobatista7035 exactly..

[@miaouew]

The JP jazz 3 is the best. Slightly larger and smooth tip with raised Petrucci shield logo

[@eliaskarppi5408]

Hands down the best pick for pinch harmonics!!

[@DeathBringer769]

I loved both the Red and Black Jazz IIIs, though I mostly use the Red ones. Also, the XL version of the Red Jazz III is pretty cool too if you want a slightly bigger version of the same shape. Basically the only picks I've used for years, except on acoustic where I'll switch to a more regular pick or just use fingerstyle ;)

[@johnrocha6212]

By the way, if have trouble getting artificial harmonics to pop, jazz picks make it much easier with more control.

[@johnevered9640]

i think that the eric johnson jazz III is superior to the regular one, it's less stubby and doesn't slip out of your fingers as easy

[@johnbigglesfriend1289]

hi scott can you compare the xl version to this ,i find it too small but xl ok i never drop it,and great for rhyhim. and lead.thanks for great chanell

[@BJ.Cardoso]

Change to the small one. It allows to pick faster and all that

[@masonharris9166]

And the xls always seem to have a lower quality of plastic.

[@johnbigglesfriend1289]

@@masonharris9166 hi Mason was unaware of that,have a small 3 some where ,will check it out. thanks j

[@johnbigglesfriend1289]

@@BJ.Cardoso hi zipper,love watching shredding,and love Scots channel,but don't want to a speed king myself,but thanks to Scots tips i use pick slanting,and said before the xl shines for rhythm playing too ,well for me,every body has their fave pick,and pleased the small one works for you,all the best,john

[@jfonlinenow1]

I now use the Dunlop 427PJP John Petrucci Jazz III. Game changer for my picking.

[@louismullens2783]

Bought a variety pack of jazz 3s for the first time today after binging cracking the code, for this to be released today! Love your vids man keep up the good work

[@kushparate8233]

For me 0.88mm green Tortex is better than JAZZ 3. Tortex is comfortable both in lead & rhythm parts

[@mrsmithorginals]

I watched this video and realized I actually have one of these amazingly enough ( and have for 20 years, It's a long story ) so I am going to be giving it a thorough trial run. Thanks for the video.

[@alexaraya2018]

I just love these guitar picks....well I really love big stubbies but they wear out too fast...but jazz III are eternal, there is only one thing, pick slides.......they dont squeal enough for me when doing pick slides..........does anyone else have this problem and has anyone fixed it somehow?.

[@iRDude415]

After upgrading from a SIM Card, I never had any second thoughts on coming back.

[@horstlippitsch]

Is the pick also good for nylonstring guitar? It is recommended for soloing on accoustic guitar?

[@TheT3rr0rist]

I’ll save you 12 minutes. Yes.

[@fabianvanderelst9643]

Thanks!

[@wissewester1276]

Used Every plectrum stuck with jazz picks.

[@TheAgentAssassin]

I use my fingers but I'll gladly watch any new video from Troy Grady!

[@taotuhao5969]

Honestly watching Troy's videos has positively influenced my picking and finger picking technique as well. Because I have tried ( unsuccessfully) to adapt my finger technique to be as fast as, when I use a pick.

[@merlinzest]

I do like them. I prefer Jazz III XL sizing. Dunlop do some that I use, enjoy the way they feel in the hand texture wise. I usually play metal with thick strings and Jazz III were just too short as I like to have a firm grip to really dig in, and with standard Jazz III its just a little too short. And with standard size picks they tend to be too long and cause me to have less control. Jazz III XL, spot on! So i guess i do agree the Jazz III is the ultimate pick, but if you're like me and need that little extra, try an XL ;)

[@Aeronaut1975]

The shape, yes, the material, no. Nylon=bad, Tortex=good (from an audio engineers point of view).

[@Javier-qk7ms]

Actually my favorite pick is the 1mm Ultex

[@danielnodland4072]

Has anyone ever used a boutique pick, like Dragonheart picks or any of the weird picks Rob Scallon uses.

[@austrich8309]

What about carbon fiber?

[@Aeronaut1975]

@@austrich8309 Carbon conducts electricity, which over time would get into your pickups and switches. Tortex doesn't conduct, so the dust is not an issue.

[@austrich8309]

@@Aeronaut1975 cool man thanks for the tip. What other material would you recommend?

[@maliusborges2017]

Did we really spent 12 minutes of our lives watching a video about guitar picks? Lol

[@brbuckner8]

I had a nice conversation with Joe Bonamassa around 5 years ago and he got me on these picks. I completely love them!

[@joeybates5451]

the flow picks feel way better I played them side by side

[@isaacrumley]

I've pretty much always used the Jazz III picks they're absolutely perfect

[@metal1mark73]

V-picks are superior than the cheap Jazz 3 crap!!!

[@cuauhtemocservinrodriguez5543]

The jazz III XL for me, regular size feels tiny

[@targaray]

Your Website Bundles are over priced...

[@PerryCodes]

The eric johnson vid was where I was introduced to this pick. Soon became my favorite.

[@blakhaus5808]

The Dunlop John Petrucci pick is better.

[@lukasgraesslin]

It's a very good pick for leads indeed but I personally don't like it for rhythm stuff, at least metal rhythm. It lacks the punch and sharp attack that for example the Tortex (Regular/TIII/Sharp) or Ultex Sharp picks have. The Tortex Jazz III are better in that regard but due to the smaller surface they still don't sound the same imho. If I would only play lead stuff I would probably go for a regular Jazz III, but if there has to be a compromise with rhythm stuff as well it would be a Ultex Sharp or a Tortex TIII (or the new Tortex Flow). Btw is there an actual difference between the red and the black Jazz III? Anyways, great video as always! Cracking the code really helped me the most with my playing since I discovered it, thanks!

[@MrJam1001]

I couldn't have said it better myself the jazz picks aren't very good for rhythm I find the TIII to be the best overall pick.

[@themelnibonean7017]

I like the Stubby Jazz III 2mm it has a beveled edge. I had the same problems with the regular, I like the tone better than the tortex or nylon. They also make one called Stiffo or something that has a nice grip but are hard to find. I have never seen an Ultex one. I would like to try one of those.

[@Kornholic]

Exactly. It's good for fast rhythm parts but it just doesn't sound as good as other picks.

[@jiyu_the_monk.1983]

They do differ, the red is less stiff iirc, I have been wanting to get one as I feel the black is near perfect but a bit too stiff. I do like it for metal riffs/rhythm, but it's weird for funkier or more acoustic-like stuff.

[@dlgnlwls84]

Rob Harris from Jamiroquai uses Jazz III

[@sqwop]

Not tried this one because it looked too small but I did try the Ultex Jazz III XL and it's the best so far, amazing grip and made me realise the difference in tone between different picks.

[@LykanVarion]

I never liked the Dunlop's basic Jazz IIIs, they have a really annoyingly sharp and unfinished edge. The John Petrucci Jazz III picks tho.. those are the jam.

[@MaestroJericho]

it's funny I can't play the max grips and people often like those. the Petrucci ones are awesome.

[@Miekk4]

You should try jazz III primetones. I use the 1,4mm one and it's really good! Not a big fan of regular shaped primetones, but that design really works for jazz III

[@sethcollins893]

John Petrucci Jazz IIIs are way better

[@K.Maroon]

Brian May:"Am i a joke to you?"

[@leoneabbacchio6181]

Кирыч Mark Knopfler: “Am I a JoKe To YoU?”

[@RijuChatterjee]

lol ikr

[@sunny_disposition]

After sucking at guitar for 20 years using Dunlop tortex.88mm (green), I picked up a pack of jazz 3’s and strummed one chord and suddenly the mosh pit tripled in radius size, and every single girl in the audience threw their bras at me on stage. Unfortunately I was performing for my family in our tv room so the only girls were my mom and grandma, and the only mosh pit was my dad and my uncle.

[@michaelmessina5341]

I thought I was the only one who had that happen when switching picks. My grandfather died in front of me from all the moshing.

[@SoulreaperWE]

Yep..that's the one!!!! I don't know if it is the best possible choice regarding Crosspicking..any thoughts about that?

[@Alext-wx7hr]

Ouzocolas the ultex jazz 3s are better for crosspicking

[@RPSartre01]

This size pic is good for single note speed. It forces you to keep the pick close to the strings after plucking them. But it's terrible for rhythm. I finally settled on a mid size pick, like the XL jazz pick series or Dunlop black ice, 1.10 thickness. Good balance for rhythm and lead.

[@jackmaple6679]

I was wondering whether they would be any good for strumming.. Thanks

[@nylonsteel]

the Klon Pick has the best tone but its $175 per pick

[@travislee9662]

nylonsteel Klon picks are good for the road, but I’ve got to have my Dumble pick in the studio 🤪

[@theoffspringmega-fan2924]

omg I LOVE the Jazz III, they're an affordable brand of small jazz picks, and you have the convenience of being able to buy them at guitar center. I use jazz picks for rythm too, not just lead. They work perfectly for both, but definitely especially lead. My lead playing improved a lot when I switched to them.

[@WiqidBritt]

I'm not even really a shred-y lead player, but I remember trying one out years ago and it made every other more standard pick I had feel needlessly large and clumsy. There was also the bonus that the Jazz III doesn't wear down like the green Gator Grips that had been my preference before. I've never had to replace one for breaking or losing its edge or tip. They're kind of amazing.

[@troygrady]

Gator Grip is a great material in many respects but it does round over very quickly. A Gator-like material that doesn't abrade would be a great pick.

[@ATX0705]

Is it just me, or are the red Dunlop Jazz 3s garbage now? They wear like crap in my opinion. I think I remember Martin Miller making a post on Facebook saying he will no longer use them because they are poorly cut now, even though they use to be his favorite picks.

[@ATX0705]

Yep, it's the excess material on the sides which make them feel and wear like crap. I knew it wasn't just me.

[@roostershooter76]

I prefer the new Tortex Flow in .73