Picking technique for FAST speed

[Sandor]

If I understand you correctly, I use that wear pattern to check if my angle is consistent (I try to make up strokes sound the same as downstrokes, unless im accenting). I don't obsess over it, but I look at it once in a while.

[kris]

Look at Clint Strong picking technique.
easy up and down....:-) just practise

[FatJeff]

Originally Posted by kris

Look at Clint Strong picking technique.
easy up and down....:-) just practise

Look where? :-)

[JakeAcci]

Interesting thoughts Srinjay, thanks!

[DUBYA R M]

I need to work on my plectrum playing, myself. Been playing JAZZ with my thumb for many years (get around pretty quick too) and I want to get faster, so, I am picking up a pick again..and choosing lines that I like from other players, along with ones I think up myself..and going slow. Making sure the up strokes and down strokes sound indistinguishable from each other and the timing is right -on.
If you get that happening you do not have to worry about how you are holding your pick, as long as you follow the basic guidelines; Between your thumb and 1st finger is a good place to start.
Then, you just continue playing these lines, over and over and over and..
e v e n t u a l y.. you will be playing these lines fast and flawlessly.