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Under the spotlight of musical innovation, Tortex Standard Guitar Picks, with their 1.0mm gauge and vibrant blue hue, have been the go-to choice for musicians worldwide since their inception in 1981. These picks, renowned for their exceptional durability and memory, offer the perfect balance of flexibility, enabling a snappy, fluid attack that resonates with a bright and crisp sound.
Whether you're crafting electric leads that sizzle or strumming soothing acoustic passages, Tortex picks serve as a universal sonic paintbrush, enhancing your music's tonal quality. Originally designed as a superior alternative to tortoiseshell, these picks have transcended their initial purpose, carving out a unique identity and setting a new standard in the music industry.
The genius behind these picks, Jim Dunlop, introduced a precision-based, color-coded gauge system with Nylon Picks. He then embarked on a mission to create a pick that offered a bright and snappy attack, superior memory, enhanced durability, and an improved grip. After a year of meticulous research and development, he chose Delrin as the base material and developed a special treatment process that unlocked its full potential.
This innovative process is what distinguishes Tortex Picks from the rest, endowing them with a unique, grip-enhancing matte surface and an aggressive attack. Dunlop further expanded his color-coded gauge system, resulting in the vibrant and timeless palette that has become an industry standard.
Staying true to Dunlop's original formula, Tortex Picks continue to be our top-selling pick line, manufactured at our Dunlop HQ in Benicia, California. The iconic turtle logo is instantly recognizable, and the vibrant Tortex palette has become a shorthand for guitar players when gauging their picks.
Step into any music store and ask for Blue Picks, and you'll likely be presented with a pack of Tortex 1.0mm Picks. Musicians across the globe, spanning every genre and playing style, have chosen Tortex Picks as their trusted companion in their musical journey.