Find the PICKBOY that suits you

A small pick changes the joy of playing.

Play comfortably with
PICKBOY.

Whether it's your first guitar pick or the next one you want to try, find the PICKBOY that fits you by shape, thickness, and material with
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Find the first pick to try
01

If you're unsure, start with Medium.

Guideline for your first pick
0.6–0.8 mm

First, use Medium as a standard with moderate flexibility.
Whether strumming chords or playing single notes, it’s the starting point to feel the difference in playability.

See Medium PICKBOY

The texture changes depending on the material and shape, even with the same thickness. The numbers are a guideline for selection.

Watch the video to see the surface texture and edge finish.
02

First, find a shape that is easy to hold.

PICKBOYのティアドロップ型ギターピック

Teardrop

A classic shape that makes it easy to grip the tip. Suitable for those who want to try various playing styles, including chords and single notes.

For those who want to start with a classic

See Teardrop Shape
PICKBOYのトライアングル型ギターピック

Triangle

Has a wide gripping area, ideal for those who want to check ease of holding. A feature is that you can use all three corners.

For those who find small picks hard to hold

See Triangle Shape

For those who want to explore other options like smaller shapes. See detailed pick shapes

03

Approach the feel of plucking by thickness.

If you’re concerned about the pick catching on the strings, go thinner. If you want more resistance, go thicker. Comparing the same shape and material makes it easier to grasp the differences.

Thickness Guide

Thin

Up to 0.5 mm

For those who want to feel flexibility and play chords with a light touch.

See Thin
The initial standard

Medium

0.6–0.8 mm

For those who want to find their own standard by trying both chords and single notes.

See Medium
Thickness guide

Heavy

0.9–1.2 mm

For those who want to suppress flexibility and feel resistance in single notes and leads.

See Heavy
Thickness guide

Extra Heavy

1.2 mm and above

For those who want a firmer feel and to finely control the pick’s movement.

See Extra Heavy

Thickness categories are approximate. Since 1.2mm overlaps between Heavy and Extra Heavy, please check the thickness and category on each product page.

04

The feel at your fingertips is also a reason to choose.

Even with the same shape and thickness, the flexibility and string release sensation vary depending on the material. Start with one material that interests you. Once you get used to it, you can also enjoy the differences with other materials.

Celluloid

For those who want to try a classic material. Check the flexibility and how it fits your fingertips with your own touch.

See Celluloid

Polyacetal

For those who want to compare the string release sensation. Trying from shapes and thicknesses close to your usual ones makes it easier to notice the differences.

See Polyacetal

Nylon

For those interested in a flexible feel. While playing chords, check the flexibility and ease of holding.

See Nylon

A bit more detail on the differences in materials.To the Guitar Pick Material Guide

FIND YOUR PICKBOY

Start with Medium.
Then, one by one.

After trying it, if you feel you want it a bit thinner or easier to hold, try changing just one factor among shape, thickness, or material to compare. You can gradually find the PICKBOY that suits you best.

Q&A

Concerns before choosing.

Which pick should beginners try first?

Start with the teardrop-shaped Medium (about 0.6–0.8mm) as a candidate. If you find it small and hard to hold, also try comparing the triangle shape.

Is the selection different for acoustic and electric guitars?

Don’t decide based solely on the instrument name; choose based on playing style and feel. For light chord strumming, consider thinner picks; for single-note response, thicker picks. Starting by comparing Medium picks is also a good method.

Is it better to compare several types?

If you're looking for your preference, it's easier to notice the differences by comparing 2 to 3 types that only vary in thickness. We recommend trying one factor at a time, rather than changing shape, thickness, and material all at once.

Read more about how to choose a guitar pick

YOUR NEXT PICK

The one you'll play next.

It's okay if you don't choose perfectly from the start.
Why not start with Medium and find the PICKBOY that suits you?

See Medium PICKBOY
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Learn through videos

Tomo Fujita × PICKBOY
Guitar Pick Video Series

A video series where Tomo Fujita, professor of guitar at Berklee College of Music, talks about choosing picks and how to hold them. You can also check the sound of the pick through actual performances.

Watch the video series