D'Addario New 'Ascenté' Synthetic Violin Strings". Violin Channel. July 17, 2017 . Retrieved January 18, 2023. In March 1995, at Musikmesse Frankfurt, John D’Addario Jr. was introduced to Beals, who wanted to retire and was looking to sell the company. The D’Addario’s saw this as an opportunity to enter a new market segment, and D’Addario acquired Evans Drumheads, moving the company’s factory from Dodge City, Kansas to Farmingdale, New York. In 2004, The D’Addario Foundation broadened its mission to support non-profit music education programs in high-poverty communities led by the passionate vision of John D’Addario, Jr. ProMark includes the rear-weighted, performance-driven Rebound and Finesse lines, in addition to ActiveGrip and FireGrain. Custom Light 11-52-This was Jim D'Addario's personal choice of gauges, so he created this custom set to his liking, hence Custom Light.

Phosphor Bronze acoustic guitar strings are our best-selling acoustic set.D'Addario was the first to use Phosphor Bronze in acoustic guitar strings in the early '70s. Today, Phosphor Bronze is considered the pinnacle of acoustic string alloys, thanks to its beautiful sonic balance and tonal warmth, suitable for all musical genres. Flat wound sets like Chromes or Tapewounds, afford a warmer, more mellow tone to blend into the mix.Chamberlain, Rich (August 16, 2013). "Evans Level 360 Drumheads review". MusicRadar . Retrieved 2022-12-22. Murphy, Bill (April 28, 2016). "Vince Gill: Nashville's Guitar Bard". Premier Guitar . Retrieved November 16, 2022. Some of the first products Jim D’Addario and the team designed included an Ergonomic Peg Winder with a built-in string stretcher, as well as a line of instrument cables. McStea, Mark (April 8, 2022). " "People Will Either Like It Or They Won't, But That's Not My Problem": John McLaughlin Talks New Solo Album, 'Liberation Time' ". Guitar Player . Retrieved November 16, 2022.

Ferrisi, Dan (2014-04-09). "D'Addario to Celebrate NYXL Strings Launch". Music & Sound Retailer . Retrieved 2022-12-22.In 2018, The Girls in Music Initiative was launched with the goal of providing girls with advanced learning opportunities, scholarships, and transformative musical experiences that foster personal and professional growth. The D’Addario Foundation’s goal was to promote music created by women and to foster new opportunities that would allow more young women to thrive in the music industry. Light 12-53-The most popular selling acoustic string gauge. An ideal balance of comfort and volume. 12-53 gets the job done for most, but as one example of gauge variations between brands, some company's offer 12-54 as light gauge.

The additional amount of zinc (vs. the aforementioned 90/10 commercial bronze) created a brighter, louder string than the traditional softer sounding alloys and harsher sounding steels. 80/20 brought out an impressive acoustic warmth, rich harmonics, and broader breadth of tone (more highs and lows), which became the standard for nearly four decades. Guitarists have these greats to thank in part for where we are today! Gorce, Tammy La (2014-12-13). "Before the Music Come the Machines". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331 . Retrieved 2022-08-30. In 2007, The D’Addario Foundation expanded its support of independent arts organizations, bringing immersive music construction and mentoring where it did not exist. D’Addario bass guitar strings are made in the USA to the highest standards of engineering, ensuring the best sound, feel, and strength, no matter how you play. Sets of D’Addario bass guitar strings include four wound strings, unless you specifically buy a 5- or 6-string set. The term winding comes from the way the strings are constructed—using a hexagonally-shaped steel wire at the core, with another type of metal wire wound around it.Governor Cuomo Announces Eight Additional New York Companies to Start Producing COVID-19 Related Equipment and Supplies to Support In-State Needs | Governor Kathy Hochul". D’Addario markets products under a number of brand names, each of which is used on products geared toward a different niche. [12] The Pro Behind Promark". Promark-Stix.com. Archived from the original on 1997-02-27 . Retrieved January 17, 2023. The D’Addario Foundation, the company’s philanthropic arm established in 1979. The foundation works to identify, fund, and partner with grassroots, community-based organizations that significantly improve outcomes for historically marginalized and impoverished children through immersive music education. ProMark Play, Plant, Preserve". www.tn.gov. Archived from the original on 2022-07-19 . Retrieved 2022-08-30.

Aluminum bronze – aluminum and copper alloy offers enhanced clarity, volume and strong corrosion resistance. Medium 13-56-Preferred for its increased volume and fullness. Not for the meek, these strings require more hand strength to realize and appreciate the benefits. Also, some players who tune down a ½ or whole step find this set useful.

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Right from these early days, Charles D’Addario focused on quality and innovation, talking to artists and even pioneering the use of synthetic strings. This progressive approach has been handed down from generation to generation; and they now feature a pretty impressive artist roster and a dedicated research and development arm to make sure they stay ahead of the curve. Series Kies, Chris (November 12, 2019). "Billy Strings: The Long Road Home". Premier Guitar . Retrieved November 16, 2022.