Originally Posted by: manXcat

you could also try: a [u]thinner[/u] gauge [u]standard shape and size[/u] pick with a [u]serrated grip[/u]. I find nylon or celluloid best, and [u]preferred for strumming[/u]. Dunlop nylon in a .38mm or .46mm recommended for acoustic strumming. 6.0mm or higher if you want to pick some individual strings or arpeggiate notes too e.g. "Hallelujah".

interesting ; is that a well documented recommendation for acoustic ?

i found 0.81" was ok but will experiment with lower thicknesses this coming week.