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Evening all,
some time ago I surprised my man with the Yamaha Pacifica guitar he had been after, and he named it Candy after me  It's his birthday on Friday and I want to get him a little something, been thinking and thinking and now wondering whether to get him a personalised plectrum.
Now I know sod all about playing the guitar and don't want to ask him as it would spoil the surprise.
So I'm assuming people actually use a plectrum to play this type of guitar? Or do some people use their fingertips?
There's loads of different thicknesses, and also the engraved metal ones are they just for show or can they be used?
Any advice gratefully accepted!
Yours cluelessly,
Candy x |
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By *phroditeWoman
over a year ago
(She/ her) in Sensualityland |
"Evening all,
some time ago I surprised my man with the Yamaha Pacifica guitar he had been after, and he named it Candy after me It's his birthday on Friday and I want to get him a little something, been thinking and thinking and now wondering whether to get him a personalised plectrum.
Now I know sod all about playing the guitar and don't want to ask him as it would spoil the surprise.
So I'm assuming people actually use a plectrum to play this type of guitar? Or do some people use their fingertips?
There's loads of different thicknesses, and also the engraved metal ones are they just for show or can they be used?
Any advice gratefully accepted!
Yours cluelessly,
Candy x"
Plectrum can be used for any guitar - you could google (not allowed to quote sites) customised plectrum ? |
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over a year ago
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Guitar picks can be made in various thicknesses and stiffness, I used to use thin soft picks. I know people that use 2p pieces. A custom pick does sound like a nice present |
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I did google customised plectrum, my problem being there's so many options I haven't got a clue which to go for.
Have managed to get a guitary friend on bookface to explain the differences to me and I think I understand it a little better now! The metal ones are thinner than synthetic but produce a similar sound, different sizes for different styles....
Oh and he wouldn't wear a chain. |
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Don't play myself, but why not look if you can get a personalised bottle neck thingy for playing slide guitar- if he doesn't play slide now it'll be something new to learn |
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Your right , the thickness has very different sound and feel .... its worth having a look at the plectrum he uses at the moment to see if theres a size on it , then you could get a custom done of the same grade .... hope this helps , its a cool idea for a pressie ... |
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"Your right , the thickness has very different sound and feel .... its worth having a look at the plectrum he uses at the moment to see if theres a size on it , then you could get a custom done of the same grade .... hope this helps , its a cool idea for a pressie ... "
I've got no way of seeing what he uses now, we don't live together or get to see each other much |
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plectrums are quite a personal thing, in that every axeman will have his preference. If it's a keep sake it won't matter, so don't worry too much.
There's lots of other gifts you could buy, such as a capo, or a guitar strap, or even a case or gig bag, strings, or tuition books, or how about an effects pedal. It all depends what level of playing he's at, and what he's got to be honest. |
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"plectrums are quite a personal thing, in that every axeman will have his preference. If it's a keep sake it won't matter, so don't worry too much.
There's lots of other gifts you could buy, such as a capo, or a guitar strap, or even a case or gig bag, strings, or tuition books, or how about an effects pedal. It all depends what level of playing he's at, and what he's got to be honest."
^this
Plectrums are pretty disposable items, they're easily dropped and lost and everyone likes different sizes/thickness/feel.
Strings are a pretty personal choice too, unless you know what he plays I'd steer clear.
Capo, slide, gig bag - all good ideas. |
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I think I'll go for the plectrum as a keep sake and if he does want to use it so be it, otherwise it can stay in the box. I want it to be personal and a bag or strap aren't. In the past I have made him small personal gifts - tiny sewn things with messages inside for example.
Thanks for the advice  |
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I've played guitar electric and acoustic, classical and rock for many years. Using the plectrum, depends on the finger technique and sounds wanted for the song. When I use a plectrum I prefer medium or heavy, I think most go for heavy. I've often wanted a metal engrave one, you can get them where the clip onto a chain around your neck, I think they're awesome. |
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"A plectrum should cost you all of 50p so better start saving.
Personally I would get him a Capo. Shubb are very good. Or maybe an electronic tuner."
Electric tuners are obsolete now if you have a smartphone. plenty of free tuner apps kicking about |
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By *nnyMan
over a year ago
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"..........Capo, slide, gig bag - all good ideas. "
Agreed. One of my best buys was a 'Pub Prop' which screws onto the table at pub sessions and restrains your guitar/ mandolin/ whatever while you go for a pee or a pint.
Another toy I get lots of use from is a finger strengthener. Lets you play longer without getting tired or cramp.
A cheap 'stocking filler' is string wipes. They help get rid of the perspiration from the guitar strings. They sound better for longer.
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The 'personal' nature of the gift is more important to me than the guitar-related aspect. I didn't think 'what can I get him to go with his guitar', I thought 'what small useful personal thing can I get him'. |
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"The 'personal' nature of the gift is more important to me than the guitar-related aspect. I didn't think 'what can I get him to go with his guitar', I thought 'what small useful personal thing can I get him'."
How about a canvas print of your lovely lips !! X |
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Ok, yamaha pacifica is an electric so unless he wants to be jeff beck or mark knoppfler he uses a plectrum. Plectrums for use do tend to be personal, and when in use wear out or get lost or go to live in the washing machine. Electric players usually stand up to play. A nice strap would be useful and look cool. |
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