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Minimising wear on Wedgie rubber plectrums


Greggo
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I've mentioned before my love of wedgie plectrums, but one thing that bothers me is that, because they are rubber, they degrade quickly.

I use flatwounds on now and they don't wear away as fast, but still shed.

Does anyone know if putting anything on the plectrums could reduce this? I'm thinking maybe a bit of clear nail varnish on the tips or would this just reintroduce the 'click' that the rubber inherently eliminates?

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[quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1389541740' post='2335267']
Quick degradation is probably the price you pay for getting that particular feel and sound.
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Yeah I'd say it is. I don't use them all the time as I only have a few, but when I use them I love the feel and tone, but I have to use sparingly.

They are superb for recording though, very consistent tone and saves having to use any form of compression.

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[quote name='Thunderbird' timestamp='1389555694' post='2335516']
Try a nice thick leather plectrum they are hard wearing and don't sound a million miles away from a wedgie
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Mmm interesting didn't know about leather plectrums, any in particular that are recommended?

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