Detail 01
Thumb pick, not flatpick
Wraps around the thumb with a blade sticking out. Frees the other fingers to pluck strings at the same time.
Product detailSKU #1273887994829
D'AndreaThumb Picks One Dozen Shell Medium
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A dozen medium-gauge thumb picks in shell pattern. For banjo, resonator, and fingerstyle guitar players who want pick attack from the thumb.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Banjo and resophonic players working alternating-thumb rolls
- Fingerstyle guitarists who want a louder bass line
- Players who want bare fingers on treble, pick attack on bass
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Flatpickers who hold a pick between thumb and finger
- Players with unusual thumb sizes needing a fitted pick
- Anyone who wants pure fingertip or nail tone
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Medium gauge
Moderate blade flex. More attack than a light pick, less rigid bite than a heavy — a common starting point.
Detail 03
Shell pattern
Cosmetic mottled finish. No effect on how the pick plays or wears.
Detail 04
One dozen
Twelve picks. Thumb picks crack and wear at the blade, so a bulk pack matters more here than with flatpicks.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Thumb picks need to fit snugly — check the band size against your thumb
- 02The wrap band can be warmed and gently bent to adjust fit
- 03No case or storage tin listed; these ship as a dozen loose picks
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How should a thumb pick fit?
Snug enough that it doesn't rotate when you play, loose enough that it doesn't cut off circulation. The blade should sit roughly parallel to the strings.
02Can I use these on guitar, not just banjo?
Yes. Fingerstyle and Travis-picking guitarists use thumb picks to get a stronger bass line while the fingers handle treble strings.
03Can the fit be adjusted?
The plastic band can be gently warmed and reshaped. Go slowly — celluloid-type plastics deform and crack if pushed too far.
04Is medium a good starting gauge?
For most players, yes. It has enough stiffness to drive a bass note without the harsh click a heavy blade can produce.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
