Is the Jazz III the ultimate lead guitar pick? @troygrady
Is the Jazz III the ultimate lead guitar pick?  @troygrady
Uploaded June 2019 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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Bright red. Extra pointy. Yes, it's an iconic pick! In our poll about which picks Cracking the Code viewers use, the Jazz III was an overwhelming favorite. Despite the name, this pick is popular in many genres, including rock, metal, prog, fusion, and really any style where single-note lead playing virtuosity is on the menu. What about the Jazz III is so appealing to great lead players? It all comes down to geometry — specifically, its impact on edge picking and tone. Learn more about pick design and function in the Pickslanting Primer! troygrady.com/primer/pick-design

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