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Ban the use of plectrums or plectrum like devices for the playing of acoustic or electric bass guitars.

Created by J.A. on July 29, 2015

Although many players prefer to use a plectrum, henceforth referred to as a "pick," when playing a bass guitar as they feel it provides for more "attack," in reality a similar effect can be achieved simply by employing proper technique with ones hands. The use of a pick creates a number of problems that pose a source of potential harm to the listening and viewing public. First, it looks amateurish, the public display of which can have a corrupting influence on youth, emphasizing expediency and convenience over quality and commitment to excellence in ones craft. Secondly, it sounds "clicky." There is a wealth of data on the negative neurological effects of high pitched and generally awful music. Lastly its an affront to great artists like Charles Mingus, Stanley Clarke and Victor Wooten.

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