Customer Reviews

Dava Master Control Pick

5 star:		(9)
4 star:		(3)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

The DAVA technology is my favored type in all situations. The combination of a flexible center and a rigid playing surface is wonderful. In addition, the pick surface is textured to enable a better grip with wet or dry fingers. DAVA is the only brand of picks I use and each type suits my every need. I whole heartedly recommend them to anyone.

For some reason I tend to shred most regular picks very quickly. This pick with the nickel plating lasts a long time. Also gives a nice sound.

I usually use Dunlop big stubby 2.0 picks. I used the Master Control Pick for the first time today, and I just had to order two more, because they're so amazing!! The attack is second to none!! At first the pick felt a bit strange as I'm accustomed to the thicker Dunlop, and I have to admit that initially I was a bit weary of the notably thinner Dava; but in no way has my playing been hindered, if anything it just seems to run along the strings effortlessly, and by far these are the most comfortable picks I've ever used!! What a find!!

Great pick, good tone, lasts a long time. If you switch between distortion and clean or play fast music it is for you. I wish I had known about these years ago because I burn through picks, these could have saved me a lot of money. Switching from acoustic and distorted rhythms has never sounded better and artificial harmonics are easier to hit. Not really for beginners, you need to be able to choke up and down on the pick to change its resistance, but it wouldn't hurt to practice with one. Anyone who does not give this pick at least 3 stars probably has an extra chromosome. Love them so much I went back and got more.

My son and I both love these picks. They remind me of the old silver quarter picks although the plastic part of the pick is flexible so it feels more comfortable and not quite as harsh a sound comes out. Do be careful with these. As with all hard picks, it can be easy to damage your finish if you don't use a pick guard.

Gives are nice ringing sound on steel strings. Obviously not so great on nylons strings. Compared to the plastic tip Davas, the middle portion of these steel tipped picks are more flexible, so I like these for strumming more than the plastic ones. Holding the pick with less give allows you a lot of control. I don't use any other picks anymore; just Davas.

This is a great product you can adjust the thickness of the pick by where you place your fingers on the pick the only problem i have found is that they ran the rubber a little too far down on the pick and it will create a different sound when it strikes the strings you just have to get used to picking with only the very tip of the pick. I highly recommend this product

This pick is great. However, there are a few problems.
First off, I'd like to say that the grip and versatility of this pick are second to none. My fingers haven't slipped a millimeter after hours and hours of playing, and with the varied rigidity, I've played on my classical, my acoustic, and some serious death metal in quick succession. The attack is crisp, and succint if played head on- you do have to be careful, however, as even the slightest tilt completely changes your sound. If you're not one to concentrate on picking, do NOT use this- your sound will be all over the place.
However, this different sound isn't bad, or wrong. It rings reminiscent of the 'Paul Gilbert Cello-ey' sound that a lot of people envy, and I found it quite nice to flick between that tone, and the other.

One thing to look out for is that the pick does thicken a lot towards the tip, so that can be quite awkward to adjust to at first. I'd recommend it to people who play a vast variety of genres, and who concentrate on their pick- paying attention to the versatility it can lend you. To ignore this will destroy consistent tone, AND disgrace the pick. The only reason I've rated it 4 instead of 5 is because I can happily see how a lot of people would hate the cello-ey tone, and the awkwardness experienced right at the beginning.
Fantastic pick.

I always use thicker picks for a sharper attack and more clearly defined notes. My main pick is a 2.0mm stainless steel one. The plastic pick I use (3.0mm) could be used as a bass pick. So, I didn't have a lot of expectations when I purchased this.

I'm happy to say that I did notice a subtle difference right away when I started playing, using this pick. It requires a slightly different technique than using a very stiff pick, as it has some give in the midsection, but I can see that it might lend a few more MPH to my picking speed, eventually...

I gave it four stars only because it's too early to tell if it will :)

I read several reviews before buying this pick. It was kinda pricey, but i figured it has to be good if people are rating it high and willing to pay the price. I just got the pick in the mail today and was so excited. I have always liked Dava picks. However, this pick flopped like the iphone 4s and was a disappointment to me. It is heavy for a pick, not gauge but actual weight,and actually slows me down a little. the nickel plating sounds like i am playing with a quarter. It is also awkward to hold. The one good thing, as always with Dava, is that it wont slip. I don't recommend this pick to real players who know how important a good pick is. If you speed up with your alternate picking it blurs the notes and all you hear is a swoopy sound of the "quarter" pick and noise. if you want to bring an acoustic to a fire to play wonderwall to a group of teenage, twilight loving, girls then be my guest, buy it. But if you are experienced and take your tone seriously, this pick is a waste of your time.

I was so upset with this i went and ordered different dava picks, the ones i normally prefer. So don't let this one pick sway you from Dava but definitely buy a different pick.