3 Things to Know About Thin Guitar Picks for Jangly Strumming

Thin picks bend on the strum A thin pick like a Dunlop Tortex .73mm flexes as it hits the strings, producing a softer attack and more string noise.

They create a loose, airy sound The flexibility lets strings ring out with a breathy, jangly quality instead of a punchy, aggressive tone.

Thicker picks ruin the effect A thick pick kills the loose shimmer and makes the strumming sound too crisp and controlled.