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D'Addario

D'Addario

D'Addario

About D'Addario

The World's Most Trusted String & Accessory Brand

D'Addario has been making strings for musicians since the 1600s — a legacy that began in Salle, Italy and today continues out of Farmingdale, New York, where every string, reed, and accessory is manufactured to exacting standards. As the world's largest manufacturer of strings for musical instruments, D'Addario serves players at every level, from first-year band students to touring professionals.

At Heid Music, we carry the full depth of the D'Addario catalog across our Wisconsin locations and online — including guitar strings, bass strings, orchestral strings, woodwind reeds, tuners, capos, humidification products, and more. Whether you're a student picking up their first set of strings or a seasoned performer searching for a specific gauge or alloy, Heid Music makes it easy to find exactly what you need.

D'Addario's commitment to precision manufacturing and sustainable practices means you're not just getting a reliable product — you're supporting a company that has pioneered environmentally friendly, corrosion-resistant packaging, a string recycling program (Playback), and manufacturing innovations that consistently set the industry standard.

Why D'Addario

Built Different. Played Everywhere.

Made in the USA

Every D'Addario string is drawn and wound at their Farmingdale, New York facility — subject to proprietary quality controls that third-party manufacturers simply can't match.

Consistent. Every Set.

D'Addario pioneered the use of precision hex-core technology to ensure every string in every set delivers consistent intonation, feel, and tone — critical for students and professionals alike.

Eco-Friendly Packaging

D'Addario strings ship in recyclable, corrosion-resistant VCI packaging that keeps strings fresh until the moment you open them — without the plastic waste of traditional string packaging.

Full Instrument Coverage

From electric and acoustic guitar to violin, cello, bass, clarinet, and saxophone, D'Addario makes strings and accessories for virtually every instrument found in a school music program or on a concert stage.

Frequently Asked Questions

D'Addario at Heid Music

Heid Music stocks a wide range of D'Addario products including electric, acoustic, bass, classical, and orchestral strings; woodwind reeds and accessories; clip-on tuners, capos, humidification systems, guitar cables, picks, and more. Browse the full selection above or visit any of our Wisconsin locations to see the current in-store inventory.
String gauge affects tone, playability, and tension. Lighter gauges (like .009–.042 or .010–.046 for electric guitar) are easier to bend and fret — great for beginners and lead players. Heavier gauges offer more volume, sustain, and tuning stability — preferred by rhythm players and drop-tuning styles. If you're unsure, the Heid Music team is happy to help you find the right match for your instrument, playing style, and genre.
D'Addario XL strings are the classic uncoated nickel wound set — the industry standard for bright tone and reliable feel. XT strings add an advanced corrosion resistance treatment to every string, extending life while preserving the natural tone and feel of an uncoated string. XS strings use a next-generation coating technology for the longest lasting option in the lineup, ideal for players who don't want to change strings as frequently.
Yes. Heid Music carries D'Addario orchestral strings for violin, viola, cello, and double bass — including popular lines like Prelude, Pro-Arte, and Kaplan. We also stock D'Addario rosin, tuners, and orchestral accessories. Our team works closely with school music programs and private instructors across Wisconsin, so we're well-equipped to help students and educators find the right strings for every level.
Yes — D'Addario's Rico, Reserve, and Organic Reserve lines cover clarinet and saxophone reeds across a full range of strengths, from beginner-friendly cuts to professional-grade options. They also make reed cases with humidity control, ligatures, and mouthpieces. Heid Music stocks D'Addario woodwind products for Bb and bass clarinet, as well as soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxophone.
Yes. Heid Music offers in-store pickup at our Wisconsin locations. Browse the D'Addario selection online, add items to your cart, and select your preferred store at checkout. In-stock items are typically ready the same day.

Questions? Our team knows strings.

Talk to a Heid Music specialist about D'Addario products for your instrument.

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