Jim Dunlop Tortex Jazz III XL Pick 0.88mm – The Legendary Tortex Tone with a Larger Jazz III Profile
The Pick That Revolutionized the Industry. Now with the Jazz III XL Shape. Still Made in the USA.
The Tortex Jazz III XL combines the bright tone and snappy, aggressive attack of Tortex with the superior control, speed, and definition provided by the Jazz III XL shape. First released in 1981, Tortex® Picks were originally intended to be a high-quality replacement for tortoiseshell. Jim Dunlop's trail-blazing creation became so much more than that, however, establishing its own identity and becoming the new standard by which all other picks are judged.
The Story Behind the Legend
Building on the precision, consistency, and color-coded gauge system he introduced with Nylon Picks, Jim resolved to create a pick with a bright and snappy attack, superior memory and durability, and an improved grip. He chose Delrin as his base material and then spent more than a year developing a special treatment process to draw out its full potential. This treatment process is what sets Tortex Picks apart from all others, providing their unique grip-enhancing matte surface and aggressive attack. Finally, Jim expanded on his previous picks' color-coded gauge system to create the bright and timeless palette that has become an industry standard. Because we stick to Jim's original formula, Tortex Picks remain our bestselling pick line. And we still make them at the Dunlop HQ in Benicia, California.
The Jazz III XL Shape – The Jazz III Feel, Now in a Larger Profile
The Jazz III XL shape takes everything players love about the Jazz III—the sharp tip, the fast release, and the superior precision—and scales it up to a larger profile for players who prefer a bigger pick in their hand. The result is a pick that retains the speed and articulation of the Jazz III while offering more surface area for grip and control. This makes the Jazz III XL ideal for:
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Lead Playing: The sharp tip provides exceptional articulation for fast runs and melodic solos.
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Precision Picking: The larger profile offers more surface area for controlled, accurate playing.
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Technical Styles: Perfect for progressive rock, metal, fusion, and any genre that demands precision.
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Players Who Prefer a Bigger Pick: The XL shape is perfect for those who find the standard Jazz III too small.
The 0.88mm Gauge – Stiffer Feel for Rock, Lead, and Aggressive Styles
The 0.88mm Tortex Jazz III XL is identified by its iconic green color and offers a stiffer feel than lighter gauges while retaining just enough flexibility for expressive playing. This medium-heavy pick is ideal for players who demand more power and control without going to an extra-heavy gauge. When combined with the Jazz III XL shape, this gauge becomes an even more precise tool for powerful playing. The 0.88mm gauge is perfect for:
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Rock and Metal: The added stiffness provides solid attack and articulate single-note lines.
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Lead Playing: Enough rigidity for fast, precise solos, with the sharp Jazz III XL tip adding extra articulation.
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Aggressive Strumming: Ideal for players who hit hard and need a pick that can keep up.
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Versatile Playing: Works equally well for electric and acoustic, strumming and picking.
Why Tortex Remains the Standard
With Tortex, Jim Dunlop launched a revolution, and the world of picks has never been the same. The turtle logo is instantly recognizable, and the vibrant Tortex palette has become a gauging shorthand for guitar players. Go into any music store and ask for Green or Yellow Picks—chances are, you'll be shown a pack of Tortex .88mm or .73mm Picks. Countless musicians across the world, representing every genre and playing style, have chosen Tortex Picks to help them do what they love.
Key Features
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Bright, Snappy Attack: Delivers a crisp, articulate tone that cuts through any mix
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Jazz III XL Shape: Larger profile with the sharp tip and fast release of the Jazz III
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Superior Memory and Durability: Maintains its shape and performance far longer than standard picks
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Grip-Enhancing Matte Surface: Special treatment process provides a comfortable, non-slip grip
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Stiffer Gauge for Power: 0.88mm offers more power and control for rock and lead playing
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Color-Coded Gauge System: Green for easy identification
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Industry Standard: The pick by which all others are judged
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Original Formula: Still made using Jim Dunlop's original recipe
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Made in the USA: Crafted at the Dunlop HQ in Benicia, California
Specifications
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Brand: Jim Dunlop
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Model: Tortex Jazz III XL
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Gauge: 0.88mm
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Color: Green
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Shape: Jazz III XL (Larger Profile)
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Material: Delrin
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Surface: Matte, Grip-Enhancing
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Quantity: Sold individually or in packs
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Country of Origin: USA
You'll Love These Picks If You Want:
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The bright, snappy tone of Tortex with the speed and precision of Jazz III
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A larger profile pick for players who prefer more surface area
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A stiffer pick for rock, blues, and lead playing
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Superior memory and durability
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A comfortable, non-slip grip
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The industry standard for guitar picks
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A pick made with the original Tortex formula
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A pick made in the USA
Why Choose the Jim Dunlop Tortex Jazz III XL Pick 0.88mm?
For guitarists who want the legendary tone, feel, and durability of the original Tortex pick combined with the speed and precision of the Jazz III shape—but in a larger, more comfortable profile—the 0.88mm Tortex Jazz III XL delivers. Its bright, snappy attack and stiffer flexibility make it perfect for rock, metal, and any style that demands articulate single-note lines and powerful chord work. The Jazz III XL shape provides focused attack, superior articulation, and a more substantial feel in the hand. The special treatment process provides a grip-enhancing matte surface, while the Delrin construction ensures superior memory and lasting performance. Whether you're performing live, recording in the studio, or practicing at home, Tortex Jazz III XL picks help you do what you love.
The original. The standard. The legend. Now with Jazz III XL precision.
