Abstract: The embodiments described include a type of drumstick and/or drumstick attachment allowing for greater and enhanced control, comfort, leverage and power by the user through the use of a soft contouring compound that includes a gel, gel-like, rubber, plastic or other like material which allows the fingers and hands of the musician or holder, compression and also increased contact resulting in more comfort, less fatigue and more responsiveness.

Abstract: A device that allows a musician to conveniently play both slide guitar and traditional styles, that includes a ring-shape member to accurately receive the guitarists finger, upon which a second and wider half-cylindrical shaped bearing surface is attached via a tapered and joining rectangular base. The half-cylindrical bearing surface contacts with the string(s) of the instrument which vibrate against it. The device is constructed such that it also functions as jewelry, thereby being immediately accessible to the musician.

Abstract: A device that allows a musician to conveniently play both slide guitar and traditional styles, that includes a ring-shape member to accurately receive the guitarists finger, upon which a second and wider half-cylindrical shaped bearing surface is attached via a tapered and joining rectangular base. The half-cylindrical bearing surface contacts with the string(s) of the instrument which vibrate against it. The device is constructed such that it also functions as jewelry, thereby being immediately accessible to the musician.