D'Andrea

D’Andrea USA holds an important place in music accessory history as the company credited with creating the first plastic guitar pick, a breakthrough that helped transform modern instrument performance. Founded in 1922, the brand built its reputation on innovation in guitar picks, celluloid picks, thumb picks, finger picks, pickguards, and related accessories used by guitarists, bass players, mandolin players, and other musicians. From its early manufacturing roots in New York City to its long-standing role in private-label guitar pick production, D’Andrea became known for delivering consistent quality, dependable materials, and custom pick solutions for music stores, major brands, and performing artists around the world.

Over the decades, D’Andrea USA continued to expand through new pick gauges, improved printing methods, custom imprint services, and a broad range of plastic materials that gave players more control over tone, feel, and performance. Today, the company remains associated with custom guitar picks, private-label manufacturing, and guitar accessories that support musicians, retailers, and manufacturers across the music industry. With a legacy built on product development, precision manufacturing, and long-term reliability, D’Andrea USA continues to stand out as a respected name in guitar pick innovation and a lasting force in the evolution of music accessories.