About Riki le Plectrier

Welcome to Riki le Plectrier – The Art of the Pick

At Riki le Plectrier, each pick is much more than just an accessory for your guitar. It is a tool crafted with care, passion, and precision, designed to bring a unique sound dimension to your playing. With over 10 years of artisanal expertise, Riki creates picks that transform the experience for every musician.

The Story of Riki le Plectrier

Riki’s story begins with a passion for the guitar and a fascination with the finesse of pick playing. As a craftsman, Riki dedicates his life to the art of designing custom-made picks, handcrafted with top-quality materials. Whether you are a professional or amateur musician, each pick creates an intimate connection with your instrument and allows you to discover new sound nuances.

Riki doesn’t just produce standard picks: he specializes in custom creations that cater to the needs and preferences of each guitarist.

Our Picks – An Art for Your Sound

Each pick is handmade, using precise artisanal techniques, and carefully tested to ensure it provides the best playing experience possible. Our materials are carefully selected for their sound quality and durability. We offer a wide range of models and materials, each with its own unique sonic characteristics.

Specialized Materials

Riki uses a variety of materials, each bringing a special touch to your playing. Here are some examples:

• Metal Picks (Titanium, Copper, Bronze, Brass, Stainless Steel, etc.) – For a sharp and precise sound with a more defined attack.
• Wooden Picks – Provide a warm and organic tone, ideal for acoustic or smooth sounds.
• Resin and Composite Picks (Acryswirl, Ultem, etc.) – The perfect combination of dynamics and flexibility, for a clear and versatile sound.
• Custom Picks – Need something unique? Riki can create custom-made picks according to your specifications for a completely personalized sound.

Pick Models

Riki offers several models, each designed to meet a specific need:

• Standard Model (Rogers and Charly): Perfect for versatile use, ideal for most playing styles.
• Jazz XL Model: For guitarists looking for precision, with a shape and size suitable for fast solos and delicate playing.
• Mastodon Model: Specifically designed for guitarists who prefer large and robust picks, for powerful attacks and better grip.
• Small Model (Loren): For musicians who prefer a more sharp and precise attack, with a lightweight grip.

Why Choose a Riki Pick?

• Artisanal Quality: Each pick is handmade, with meticulous attention to detail and strict quality control.
• Personalization: Have a specific need? We offer custom creation services to meet all your requirements.
• Unique Craftsmanship: With over 10 years of experience, Riki has perfected the art of pick making, offering products that are both aesthetic and functional.
• Durability: Our picks are designed to last, using premium materials that withstand wear and time.

The Riki le Plectrier Experience

When you choose a Riki pick, you’re not just making a purchase. You’re investing in an enriched musical experience. Each pick is an extension of your guitar, designed to maximize your playing comfort and enhance your musical expression. From the attack to the resonance, every detail is carefully crafted to deliver a pure sound and unique sensations.

Visit Our Shop

Our picks are available for purchase directly in our online store. Explore our full range of models, or contact us to create a fully customized pick, designed specifically for your playing style and preferences.

Contact Us

Have questions or want to know more about our creations? Feel free to contact us. Riki and his team are available to advise you and answer all your inquiries.

Email: contact@rikileplectrier.com
Phone: 07.69.55.32.82
Address: 1 rue Saint Gengouls 70120 Bétoncourt les Ménétriers (La Roche-Morey), France

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Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced guitarist, each Riki pick is a tool that will accompany you on your musical journey. Give your guitar the pick it deserves and unleash its full sound potential with Riki le Plectrier!

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Why play with a pick?

Playing with a pick offers several technical and sonic advantages, making it a preferred choice for many guitarists, depending on the musical style, the desired sound, and the techniques used. Here are the main reasons to use a pick on the guitar:

1. A clearer, more precise, and impactful sound

The pick allows for a firmer and more defined attack compared to finger playing. Each note becomes more distinct and has better projection, which is particularly useful in styles where it is important that each note stands out clearly (rock, metal, jazz, pop, etc.).

• Why?

  • The attack is sharper and more precise on the strings.
  • This allows for better separation of notes in solos and riffs.
  • Ideal for styles that demand great clarity and a sharp attack.

• Example: A rock or metal solo will sound more precise and incisive with a pick than with fingers.

2. More volume and power

A pick generates a louder and more dynamic sound, which is useful when playing in a band with other amplified instruments.

• Why?

  • The strings are struck more firmly, increasing the sound volume.
  • This allows you to stand out in a mix against a drummer or bassist.

• Example: In a live setting, in a rock or metal band, playing with a pick ensures the guitar remains audible against the other instruments.

3. Better speed and fluidity for solos and riffs

The pick allows for faster and more fluid execution, especially for techniques like tremolo picking, alternate picking, or sweep picking.

• Why?

  • Less effort required to strike the strings.
  • Allows for more regular and mechanical movement.
  • Essential for technical passages in metal, rock, and fusion.

• Example: A fast solo in the style of Van Halen or Malmsteen is almost impossible to play with the same precision and speed without a pick.

4. More control over rhythms and chords

A pick allows for precise rhythms, especially for strumming chords or syncopated riffs.

• Why?

  • Allows for more uniform and controlled attack on chords.
  • Makes energetic rhythms (punk, funk, rock) easier to play.
  • Enables techniques like palm mute, which is essential in rock and metal.

• Example: Rhythms in funk (like Nile Rodgers) or punk-rock (Ramones, Green Day) require a sharp, percussive attack that is hard to reproduce with fingers.

5. Suitable for many musical styles

The pick is used in a wide variety of styles:

• Rock & Hard Rock → Sharp sound and strong attack.

• Metal → Precision, speed, and power in solos and riffs.

• Jazz → For precise and clear melodies.

• Funk → For syncopated rhythms and chords.

• Pop → Clean, clear sounds for solos and rhythmic parts.

6. Easy to learn and control

Learning to play with a pick is relatively easy and allows for a lot of precision in execution. Beginners often find it easier to control than playing with fingers.

• Why?

  • The pick offers a more stable and uniform grip compared to fingers.
  • Guitarists can focus on technique, rhythm, and speed more easily.

• Example: Beginners who use a pick quickly gain more control over their sound than those who play with fingers alone.

Conclusion: Why play with a pick?

• A clearer and more powerful sound → Ideal for being heard in a band.
• A faster and more precise playing → Better execution of solos and technical riffs.
• Better control of rhythms → Perfect for strumming and syncopated styles.
• A great sound diversity → Depending on the pick and material used.
• Essential for certain styles → Rock, metal, funk, jazz, etc.

But should you always play with a pick?

• NO! Some styles (acoustic blues, fingerstyle, flamenco…) benefit from finger playing.
• The ideal? Knowing when to use both, depending on the context and the sound you’re aiming for!