ARTISTS PLAYING LUNAR BLACK
ANDREW THOMAS
RIVERS OF NIHIL
Andy Thomas, formerly of 'Black Crown Initiate', now a member of the progressive death metal band 'Rivers of Nihil', is a musician with a wide range. From jazzy clean melody lines, to blazing brutal metal aggression, Andy executes with precision all while his vocal chords enchant the listener with their beauty.
"Lunar black picks are amazing! The texture and material is perfect, and they last forever. They also sound and look great. I’ll never play without them again."
- Andrew Thomas -
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MISYRION
Claine Lamb spews forth guttural vocals and crushing guitar riffs for 'Misyrion'. A true scholar of classic death metal, Claine is uncompromising in her pursuit for brutality.
"It's awesome to play with picks that have the same care and attention to detail we've come to expect from all our musical equipment. They really help add a layer of finesse to my playing.
My favorites: Full Phase RT 1.5 mm, Phase III RT 1.5 mm"
-Claine Lamb -
COLUMBUS CONLEY
DIVISIVE
Columbus Conley breaks down break downs with crushing brutality. He lends his string slaughtering skills to the deathcore band 'Divisive'.
"For the longest time, I believed nothing could surpass the Jazz III—until I discovered Lunar Black Picks. The attack and note definition these picks deliver set them apart from every other pick I’ve used. The unique four-directional grip keeps the pick securely in place regardless of your playing style, all without digging into your fingers like some other products I have tried previously. I can’t recommend these picks highly enough and can’t wait to see how Lunar continues to innovate and refine their designs."
- Columbus Conley -
SOLO MUSICIAN
Gabriel Levi is a solo musician, content creator, educator, and engineer. He received the 2016 Tosin Abasi scholarship to The Atlanta Institute of Music, further bolstering his amazing skill set which he utilizes to push new musical frontiers.
“Lunar Black picks have become an indispensable piece of kit. They have a very pleasing tone and are nearly impossible to drop.. the grip is unreal! I was searching for an ultra-sharp pick that could withstand the wear and tear of 3+ hour gigs and long studio sessions, all without breaking the bank-and these things truly deliver. ”
- Gabriel Levi -
SOLO MUSICIAN
Jess Woess is a solo artist and content creator who can djent with the best. Not only does she possess some frightening guitar skills, but her audio engineering is also on point.
“I’ve tried many picks over the years, and these immediately stood out. The grip is phenomenal, it locks into your fingers perfectly. Even the thicker gauges deliver a super crisp and defined attack. I've never been so enthusiastic about a pick & I genuinely can’t picture myself using anything else now.”
- Jess Woess -
IATT
Joe Cantamessa is a guitarst/producer for the extreme metal band 'Iatt'. As an extremely technical guitarist, he combines his skill with melody and atmosphere to create truly emotional music.
"The Full Phase 2mm picks have become a staple in my rig. The grip and articulation are unmatched, and even during the sweatiest live sets, it stays locked in with zero slip. The tone and pick attack stays sharp no matter how hard I dig in, making it perfect for both precision and aggression."
- Joe Cantamessa -
NILE
Founder of the technical death metal band "Nile", Karl Sanders is a legendary musician who holds the highest standards for gear he uses.
"I am enamored of these picks - The difference in tone and control has been life changing. I also find that I have a tough time wearing them out. I really enjoy the ingenious grip ; it consistently keeps the picks at the same angle relative to the grip . Many picks will covertly ( annoyingly ) slip-rotate the pick in the grip between index and thumb , but these stay right where they ought to. I am most impressed with the combination of attack , tone and glide. The ease with which the pick crosses the string allows a more relaxed sense of control ; and that somehow also equates to less wrist and arm tension , and seemingly a less stressful frame of mind. Its magic."
"I can’t live without them!"
- Karl Sanders -
KYLE GROSS
RINGS OF SATURN (LIVE) & HIDDEN MACHINE
Live guitarist for 'Rings of Saturn' and guitarist for Hidden Machine, Kyle Gross is an absolute beast of a musician, bending the guitar to his will with mind blowing ease.
"This pick is extremely unique in the way it was crafted. I’ve used Jazz iii picks for a month or two and they wear out. I’ve used this pick consistently for the last 4 months and it still holds up. The grip is the best part. It will not slip out of your fingers even after long shredding passages. It is an extremely durable pick with a sharp attack for shredding. 100% recommend! Give this pick a shot, you will not regret it!"
- Kyle Gross -
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SOLO MUSICIAN
Prabhu Ragunathan is the creative force behind Bhloom, a solo metal project known for its technical precision, groove, and forward-thinking production. As both a musician and teacher, he’s passionate about pushing musical boundaries while helping the next generation of players find their voice.
"Lunar Black Picks have a really unique feel — they blend elements of my favorite pick designs: a sharp tip for clarity, a comfortable grip, and a familiar standard shape that lets me move between styles effortlessly. Even as someone who usually plays thinner picks (.5mm–.73mm), I was surprised by how lightweight and balanced the 3mm model feels. Plus, the design is so sleek!"
- Prabhu Ragunathan -
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AUDIO ENGINEER
Scott Elliot is the owner and operator of Chernobyl Audio, where he offers a range of products and services. From mixing and mastering to custom presets for amp and drum sims.
"These are, by far, the best picks I've ever used. Considering I've always wanted a pronounced pick attack, it's been a challenge to find a pick that gave that to me, but was also durable and wouldn't slip out of my fingers. I sweat easily so dropping picks was just part of the deal. The grip on these are incredible, and the point lasts for weeks, which is especially important playing fat strings in Drop A. If the price makes you raise your eyebrow, consider that, sure, you can buy a bag of 100 picks, but you will burn through them faster than if you just bought 10 of these. They're awesome. Just buy one and see for yourself."
- Scott Elliot -
WES HAUCH
ALLUVIAL
Wes Hauch is a power house guitar master who's played for 'The Faceless', 'Glass Casket', 'Alluvial', and most recently 'The Black Dahlia Murder'. Wes also gives lessons, further ensconcing his metal lineage in future generations.
"Other than the grip and the shapes being really nice, the stuff they’re made of seems really tough. Yeah, I'm fully down, they're great!"
- Wes Hauch -
ZACH JETER
NILE
Guitarist and vocalist for the legendary 'Nile', as well as the band 'Olkoth'.
"I have to say these are some of the best picks I've ever used. I like the black Full Phase, Jazz XL shape (the sharp one) most. The tip holds up incredibly well even with my heavy handed playing.
...legitimately the best picks ever."
- Zach Jeter -