Detail 01
Glass construction
Smoother, warmer and less abrasive on strings than brass or steel. Quieter across the wound strings too.
Product detailSKU #1274228081983
DunlopBlues Bottle Wall Glass Slide Large
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A large glass slide in a blue tint, for slide guitar. Glass gives a smoother, brighter voice than metal.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players who want glass tone rather than metal grit
- Fitting over a larger finger or a heavier build
- Open-tuned acoustic and electric slide work
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone with slim fingers — a large slide will slip
- Players who want the bite and sustain of a metal slide
- Anyone rough on gear; glass breaks when dropped
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
Large size
Wider inner diameter. Sizing matters more than anything else — too loose and it wobbles off pitch.
Detail 03
Bottle-style shape
Longer body covers all six strings, so full chords work. Also heavier at the tip than a short slide.
Detail 04
Blue tint
Cosmetic only. It does not change how the glass behaves against the strings.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure the finger you will wear it on before choosing large
- 02Slide playing wants higher action; low setups will rattle and buzz
- 03Glass cracks if dropped on a hard stage floor — carry a spare
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Which finger should I wear it on?
Pinky or ring finger keeps your other fingers free to fret. Middle finger gives more control but costs you a finger for chords.
02Glass or metal slide?
Glass is smoother and warmer with less string noise. Metal is brighter with more bite and sustain. Glass is the common starting point for acoustic players.
03Do I need to change my guitar's setup?
Raising the action helps a lot. With standard low action the slide will buzz against the frets unless you have a very light touch.
04How do I know if large is my size?
It should slide on with slight resistance and stay put when your hand is vertical. If it spins or falls forward, size down.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Blue
