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Pickatto: The first Bluetooth enabled guitar pick!

When used religiously, this product helps a guitarist of any level improve at an accelerated rate.

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Pickatto: The first Bluetooth enabled guitar pick!

Pickatto: The first Bluetooth enabled guitar pick!

Pickatto: The first Bluetooth enabled guitar pick!

Pickatto: The first Bluetooth enabled guitar pick!

Pickatto: The first Bluetooth enabled guitar pick!

When used religiously, this product helps a guitarist of any level improve at an accelerated rate.

When used religiously, this product helps a guitarist of any level improve at an accelerated rate.

When used religiously, this product helps a guitarist of any level improve at an accelerated rate.

When used religiously, this product helps a guitarist of any level improve at an accelerated rate.

Michael Murawski
Michael Murawski
Michael Murawski
Michael Murawski
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Pittsburgh, United States
$0 USD 0 backers
0% of $55,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal


Most guitarists agree that their fretting hand is more developed than their picking hand so Pickatto was designed to bring accountability back to the picking hand. When humans can see their efforts in numbers it becomes easier to set and meet goals which is the premise for Pickatto and why it is like a Fitbit for a guitar player.



Last time we checked guitarists use two hands to play.  So why is every training tool and exercise designed for developing the fretting hand?





See how you measure up for the day and know how close you are to hitting your daily and weekly goals.

Why count plucks?  It takes millions and millions of repetitions to develop the picking hand.  The easiest way of measuring huge numbers is simply to count them to have a numerical goal each day(similar to a bracelet that counts steps).  Stephan Curry has a goal to shoot 500 three pointers in practice each day so do you think that is part of the reason he is the best shooter in the NBA?

Why show up and down strokes in percentages?  A new player shouldn't even know what an upstroke is and should be taking 100% down-strokes during the first couple weeks.  The upstrokes are slowly integrated over time and most intermediate and advanced players will fall around 60/40.


Why measure pressure?  The secret to building speed and endurance in the picking hand is with a relaxed hand.  The pressure EXERTED BY THE PLAYER ON THE PICK can show when a player's hand is tensing up and squeezing too hard.  There are also articles about tendinitis being developed over many years of over squeezing the pick so Pickatto can make players aware of this instantly.


"The Speed Challenge" Requested by many guitarists who have tried the pick.  If you go into the "red" which means your picking hand is tensing up, it shuts down the challenge so be aware of this when trying to achieve the gold star.

Have you ever noticed that every guitar training tool focuses on improving the fretting hand?  Every feature and design in the software is intended to help make you a better and more consistent player while focusing on making picking hand repetition as perfect as possible.  At the price of 2 or 3 guitar lessons, Pickatto is affordable and worth it for a guitarist of any level to take his or her playing to the next level.

To get from the handmade prototype to the final production model is why we need your help.



"If you use Pickatto each time you practice and set tough, but obtainable goals each day this product WILL make your picking hand more consistent and reliable." 

- Brad Egler





CEO and inventor, Michael Murawski, demonstrating the first prototype at our booth at the Anaheim NAMM show which is the largest music convention in the world.

“I have devoted the last year of my life to this project and believe this will revolutionize how guitarists practice. As a guitar player of 25 years, I know how ambiguous it is to “make sure you practice an hour a day” because each player can accomplish something different during that hour. The new age of learning any instrument is trending toward “quantified musician” technology to make practice time more efficient and goal oriented; Pickatto is right in line with this way of thinking.” 

- Michael Murawski



The Pittsburgh Tribune Review - "The software is really accurate."

NARIP - "Many incredible inventions were featured throughout the convention but the most innovative was the Pickatto."

InCommunity - Spring 2016 - "A measure of music"

guitarplayer.com - "But to date no pick has been able to provide guitarists with any data about their playing. Pickatto hopes to change that."

musicradar.com - "Countless picks come through these hallowed doors - some are designed as learning aids, others claim to revolutionise the plectrum, but the Bluetooth-enabled Pickatto aims to do both."



  • Thinnest battery that can be produced
  • Smallest tech that exists to produce the most practical pick possible
  • Custom shape to maximize comfort while still housing a USB port.
  • App is free for iOS and Android devices

Pickatto barely weighs more than your average pick but that is what is great about it. The extra weight is the same concept as a batter warming up in the on deck circle with a weighted "donut" on his bat so when he takes it off and approaches the plate the bat feels lighter and easier to swing. 


- Silo Ornelas

Pickatto's first sponsored guitarist


- Art Machuca

Singer, songwriter, and guitar player.


"As someone who loves to get back to basics to improve skills, like working on the bad wrist break in my golf swing, this pick immediately made me recognize that I hold a guitar pick incorrectly. Just like my natural tensity screws up my golf swing, the death grip I put on the pick became immediately evident through the software"

- Greg Vaslowski‎

Part-time guitar and bass player


"Great tool for anyone looking to improve their overall picking technique."

- Chad Koza

Guitar player and music store sales associate




"If you understand the importance of having goals to improve at anything in life.... Then you need this pick to become a better player!" 
- Dan Ising




  • Michael Murawski - CEO - Schooled in music theory with 25 years of guitar playing experience as well as 16 years as a customer service specialist.
  • Brad Egler - Distinguished technologist with 20 years designing and developing software for Fortune 500 companies.
  • Dan Ising - 12 years of product development & project management with a focus on pricing and branding strategies as well trade show execution.



I am not interested in purchasing an item but would like to make a contribution to help see this product succeed.  How do I do that?

At the top of the campaign page there is a "Back it" button that you can select and then type in the amount you would like to contribute.  Thank you for your support.

Can I use this pick on other instruments?

Yes, Pickatto will work on any stringed instrument that a plectrum can be used on.

Will this pick work for guitarists that pick with their left hand?

The “wing” was placed strategically to accommodate right-handed players since that covers 90% of guitarists. The pick will work for left-handed players but the shape of the pick might feel a little awkward and it will be up to the player to decide for themselves. We have future plans to produce a limited amount of picks with the wing at the top right of the pick that will be more accommodating to left-handed players.

When will I receive my product?

The T-shirts will ship approximately 5 weeks after the campaign ends.

Much like all other crowdfunding campaigns that average 4-9 months after the campaign ends to receive the product, we are no different. The company that will be producing the final production model estimates total completion in November so this is perfect timing to order a Pickatto as a Christmas gift.

Will my pick wear down? 

Picks inevitably wear down over time but some plastics are much more effective in preventing wear. The polycarbonate plastic we will be using is incredibly hard to wear down and also sounds great against the strings.

What is the money that is raised used on?

Funds are used for a few different things: 

  • Building the best production model possible with help from the company we trust.  The first model of state of the art, micro technology is very expensive and that is why WE NEED YOUR HELP to make this happen.
  • Manufacturing thousands of units to fill all of the orders placed on Indiegogo as well as shipping them. 
  • Printing enough shirts to fill all of the orders and shipping them. 
  • The remaining funds going to advertising during the campaign and our U.S. patent application filing since we currently only have a filing date.

What is some additional info on the prototype?

For the person that would like to own a piece of history involving a product that will revolutionize how guitarists develop their picking hand. Two prototypes were used at the 2016 NAMM convention for hundreds of guitarists to test and try out. These signed prototypes will be shipped in November.

What’s the additional info on the Skype session?

We are very excited about this perk. You will be one of the first guitarists to have a Skype session while you can see each others’ Pickatto stats in live time. You can decide on the musical material covered during the 45min session. Silo is an accomplished guitar instructor who lives in California and is Pickatto’s first sponsored guitarist. You can read his bio and see him play at siloguitar.com. Challenge him during your session to the Speed Challenge and take him down!!

What does the T-Shirt look like?


We will be using Hanes tagless shirts (100% pre-shrunk cotton) in men’s (S-3XL) and women’s (S-3XL) styles. 

Size Chart - Mens

Size Chart - Womens

The color choices are: 

  • Men’s – White, Ash(light gray), and Denim Blue
  • Women’s – White, Light Blue, and Pink

What does the sticker look like?




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The Surprise Mega-Discount!

$50 USD
Be the first to purchase a Pickatto at this inflated discount. This is a "Thank you" to our early supporters and subscribers.
Estimated Shipping
December 2016
59 out of 100 of claimed
Ships to European Union, United States of America, Canada, Mexico

Pickatto sticker

$7 USD
In case a shirt is more than you need but you would still like to get an item. The sticker has our logo and motto on it and it will be mailed about a week after purchase in an evelope. **Picture of the sticker in the FAQ's section**
2 claimed
Ships to United States of America, Canada, Mexico

Pickatto T-Shirt

$29 USD
Show your support! T-Shirt with the Pickatto logo on the front and our slogan "Never practice without it!" on the back. We'll email you for your shirt size within a week of your order. **Shipping included and picture of the front and back of the t-shirt in the FAQ's section as well as additional info"
Estimated Shipping
August 2016
15 claimed
Ships to United States of America

Pickatto Regular

$63 USD
Be the first to get your very own Pickatto! This is the only place you can purchase the guitar pick that will revolutionize how guitarists practice.
Estimated Shipping
December 2016
1 claimed
Ships to European Union, United States of America, Canada, Mexico

Donate a Pickatto

$70 USD
You may decide our product isn't for you but can see how it could help a guitarist. Music programs in schools are dwindling and getting less and less funding. Music is so important to kids so this is a chance to donate a Pickatto to the music program of your choice to further music education. The pick will be delivered with a tag saying "Donated by "your name"" to the music program you choose.
Estimated Shipping
December 2016
0 claimed
Ships to European Union, United States of America, Canada, Mexico

Look and act the part

$85 USD
Pickatto and T-shirt to have a tight picking hand and look good at the same time. Items will be shipped separately(higher shipping cost so that's why we discounted the package) and we'll email you for your shirt size within a week of your order. **See FAQ's section for picture of the t-shirt**
Estimated Shipping
December 2016
4 claimed
Ships to United States of America, Canada, Mexico

Pickatto Duo

$120 USD
A Pickatto for yourself and one for a friend! Set a goal, challenge a friend to a weekly picking contest...CRUSH THEM!
Estimated Shipping
December 2016
1 claimed
Ships to European Union, United States of America, Canada, Mexico

Instructor's Special

$178 USD
As a guitar teacher, you will want one for yourself and at least two students. Use this discount to get you started. Monitor how much your students are practicing each day of the week. Parents will also like knowing the money they are spending on their child learning guitar is going to good use and they are actually practicing.
Estimated Shipping
December 2016
0 claimed
Ships to European Union, United States of America, Canada, Mexico

Pickatto and Skype session

$215 USD
After you receive your pick, you will have a 45 min guitar session with Pickatto's featured guitar player, Silo Ornelas. You will both be using a Pickatto during the session and be able to see each others stats in live time while on Skype. **additional details in the FAQ's section**
Estimated Shipping
December 2016
0 out of 15 of claimed
Ships to European Union, United States of America, Canada, Mexico

Music store/department special

$540 USD
For the Music store that would like to take a shot at 10 units to see how well it sells in your store. For the Music department who would like to try 10 for their students. **Shipping included**
Estimated Shipping
December 2016
0 claimed
Ships to United States of America

Dinner and a Pickatto

$850 USD
VIP PACKAGE: Inventor and CEO, Michael Murawski, will travel to your residence or public area and hand deliver a Pickatto to you. He will also treat you and a guest to dinner at the restaurant of his choice and teach you the ins and outs of how to use your new pick until you are comfortable using it. There will even be time for you all to have a jam session if you would like. ** Continental 48 states only. **
Estimated Shipping
December 2016
1 out of 10 of claimed
Ships worldwide.

Original Pickatto prototype

$975 USD
Only 3 "works like" Pickatto prototypes were built by hand. We are selling 2 of those 3 signed by the inventor, Michael Murawski. These picks are larger and thicker than the final model but will be in working order and are surprisingly comfortable to play with. **picture of the handmade prototype in the product story and additional info in the FAQ's section**
Estimated Shipping
November 2016
0 out of 2 of claimed
Ships to United States of America

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