Use A Thumbpick! Pt.1 - Make it fit, make it easy to use! How to modify your thumbpick...

Using a thumbpick can be a bit awkward and uncomfortable when you start out, but with a couple of easy, customisable, mods you can make them a lot easier to use, and also a lot more comfortable. Go on, give it a try, you'll enjoy it! 👍😁

0:00 - What am I doing today?
0:34 - Find a thumbpick that's the right size for you...
1:15 - What shape should you cut it down to? The same as your favourite flatpick is a good starting point...
1:55 - Cutting it!
2:44 - Rough shaping with a file.
3:40 - Fine shaping with a nail file...
4:55 - Test it out.
5:18 - Make more adjustments.
6:12 - Buffing...
7:08 - Test it again.
7:52 - More Buffing.
8:01 - Make it non-slip! Using violin rosin
8:58 - Scratching up the inside.
10:01 - Preparing and applying the rosin.
11:40 - Testing the finished pick.
13:00 - Tips for flatpickers.
13:14 - Adjusting the fit of the band using steam.
14:45 - Alternative options - The Ord, by DaveDave Picks, my custom resin pick, available here - https://www.heavyrepping.com/shop/pro...
15:55 - Summing up
16:14 - Playing out..

Let me know how you get on! B