Gorilla Cymbolic Guitar Pick (Medium)

Made from recycled cymbal brass.

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44 People rated this product : * * * * * * * * * * 8 out of 10

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* * * * * * * * * * 9 out of 10

"Going from Traditional Pick to Cymbolic Medium = To Going from Solid State to Tube Amp."

Feature:
I'm giving them an 8 because on the pro side: out of all of the metal picks I've tried, they have the least amount of chirp, which from what I can tell, is due to the grooving/ribbing in the cymbal metal. NOTE: The thin and extra thin do not have this grooving. Rather the thin/extra thin have a smooth surface. On the con side: I'm not giving them a 10 because they come in a limited amount of styles and sizes.

Quality:
These things slowly wear in like a baseball glove. I own several, but my main pick is one that I've been using for 10 years. Yes... I've mostly been using the same pick for 10 years.

Value:
This pick has more to do with my pre-preamp tone than my pickups or stomp boxes. Considering I've been using the same pick for 10 years is a tribute to its value.

Desirability:
I think they appeal to a limited audience.

Sound:
If you are a fan of Brian May of Queen or Phil Collen of Def Leppard, you know how amazing a metal pick can sound. They increase your dynamic range dramatically, and they also increase the frequency range of the sound coming off the string. They add a very pronounced attack which isn't for everyone, but I happen to love it.

Ease of Use:
It's a little easy to over play with these, but after you get over the learning curve it becomes second nature.

Support:
I've never had to deal with their support, but it doesn't appear that they have a website at this time so I am giving them a 5 in that area.

Overall:
I rate it a 9.2 averaging my choices, but disregarding the the support (never needed any) and the "I want it" factor. In my opinion, the medium gauge Cymbolic pick is one of the best kept secrets out there. Medium is still very thick (about the thickness of a US Quarter). The thick version is too thick IMHO, and the thin and extra thin are missing the grooves in the metal that help keep from being as chirpy as all the other metal picks out there.

Submitted: 12/14/2007

Style of Music: Prog Rock.

* * * * * * * * * * 1 out of 10

"Don't Do It!!!"

Feature:
It immedietly wore groves in my strings and Completly Killed the sound they produced. It made my guitar sound like a Complete Piece!!!

Quality:
I drilled a hole in them and made necklaces!

Value:
It will RUIN your strings and the sound you are trying to get!

Desirability:
It looks cool.

Sound:
The sound was hollow, no sustain or body.

Ease of Use:
SUCKS!!

Support:
Did not try!

Overall:
Nope!! Never again,,,, unless I want some more necklaces.

Submitted: 2/12/2007

Style of Music: Rock

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About This Product!
Description
The Cymbolic Picks represent a state-of-the-art principle in tonal pick design! Hand-made from recycled cymbal brass, each unit undergoes a rigorous 8-stage process which results in a guitar pick that is beautifully balanced, finely crafted, and totally unique unto itself. No 2 picks look or sound the same, and they last forever. No wearing on the strings, and no warping of the metal. The fine cymbal brass creates a rich, velvety smooth tone that is far superior to any other pick on the market today!

Unlike most hard surface picks made of stone, agitate, or stainless steel, the Cymbolic Pick does not produce annoying whistling or chirping overtones. The true difference is not only in the smooth feel, but also in the incredible sound!

Features
Handcrafted
Easy on your strings
Rich tonal quality
Perfectly balanced

How Do I Use a Cymbolic Pick
Just as you would any other pick! There are no special requirements to the Cymbolic Pick, and that's part of the genius of it. You can utilize each pick's tonal individuality to create amazing new sounds on your guitar. Apply it whenever you want to change feeling or emotion behind the progression. You will be totally amazed at the quality and resonance improvements under all circumstances!
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