Abstract: A plectrum holding device for playing the guitar or the like string musical instruments comprises a handle-like casing unit (12, 14, 16) configured to be gripped by the player, with a mounting (18) for attaching a plectrum (20) in an operable playing position. Body portion (12) is provided with controls such as switching pad (22) with push buttons (24) and trackball (26), for remotely operating a variety of musical devices (A, B, C, D) such as synthesizers, VCRs, multi-effect producers, etc. In the example illustrated, the push buttons (24) and the trackball (26) are accessible by the thumb of the user, adapted to actuate infrared emitters (28, 29, 30).

Abstract: A plectrum holding device for playing the guitar and the like string musical instruments, comprising an elongated body member (12), a butt-like rear member (14) mounted to one end of the body member (12) and configured to rest against the thumb root of the player, a trigger-like front member (16) mounted to the other end of the body member (12) and configured to be gripped by a forefinger phalanxankle of the player; and a mounting (18) for plectrum (20) in a plane substantially perpendicular to the plane of rear and front members (14; 16) within reach of the player's thumb on one side and the tip of the player's forefinger on the other side of the plectrum mounting (18).