Abstract: The embedded blade plectrum comprises a blade of relatively thick, hard plastic set within a block of relatively soft microcellular polymer material (sponge). It is a general purpose plectrum suitable for all types of acoustic guitar playing. It eliminates having to swap plectra whilst maintaining dynamic control and sound quality and remains in position in the fingers. It is a development of the floating blade plectrum giving increased dynamic control and better tip control. It is simpler in design and construction than the floating blade plectrum.