Red Chilli Audio is now the exclusive UK distributor for D’Andrea, a well-known brand for guitar picks and accessories, and LOCK-IT, which makes innovative guitar straps.
This partnership expands Red Chilli Audio’s range of premium accessories and highlights its ongoing commitment to offering quality products and support for the UK musical instrument and pro-audio markets.
Bringing Heritage and Innovation to UK Players
D’Andrea USA has been a respected name in guitar accessories for over 100 years. Founded in 1922 by Luigi D’Andrea, the company was the first to use celluloid in guitar pick production, paving the way for the modern guitar pick.
Key D’Andrea Product Lines Include:
- Celluloid Picks: These industry classics offer a warm tone, smooth edges, and vintage-style finishes. They come in more than 20 colours and thicknesses, including 351, 346, 355, and teardrop shapes.
- Delrex (Delrin/Acetal) Picks: These durable, textured picks provide excellent grip and a consistent attack, making them a good choice for rock, metal, and acoustic players.
- Pro-Grip & Pearloid Series: These picks feature enhanced grip surfaces and eye-catching finishes for confident, stylish performance.
- Accessories: The range includes finger and thumb picks, slides, buttons, cloths, winders, capos, and multi-tools for maintenance.
Pick guards & Hardware: These are USA-made replacement guitar parts, crafted from vintage materials.
LOCK-IT Straps: Where Security Meets Styl
LOCK-IT straps blend practical innovation with style. They offer players a built-in locking system that does not need extra hardware or guitar modification. The patented Lock-End™ mechanism clips securely over standard strap buttons and locks automatically. It releases instantly with a quick squeeze.
LOCK-IT Product Highlights:
- Patented Lock-End™ Design: Made from industrial-grade polymer, it flexes for easy fitting and locks firmly when under tension.
- Material Options:
- Polypropylene Webbing: This lightweight material is ready for the road and is perfect for touring musicians.
- Cotton Series: These straps are soft, breathable, and comfortable, with a vintage feel.
- Leather & Suede: These full-grain straps are durable and offer a professional look.
- Designer Jacquard Collection: These straps feature vintage-inspired woven patterns and are available in a range of colours and finishes.
- Universal Fit: These straps are compatible with most guitar or bass end-pins.
- Made in the USA: These straps are designed and assembled in California to the highest standards.
From Red Chilli Audio
“As a company committed to delivering top-quality gear and accessories to UK musicians and retailers, we’re thrilled to welcome D’Andrea and LOCK-IT into our family.
These brands complement our existing range perfectly and strengthen our ability to serve the full spectrum of guitar-player needs, from the pick in your hand to the strap on your shoulder.”
Steve Helm, Managing Director of Red Chilli Audio.
With D’Andrea and LOCK-IT now part of the line-up, Red Chilli Audio now offers one of the UK’s most comprehensive accessory portfolios, covering both heritage craftsmanship and modern performance technology.