D'Addario's history as a string maker dates back to 17th century Italy, making them one of the oldest and most respected names in music. Today, D'Addario is a global leader in musician accessories, with a product range that extends well beyond strings to include tuners, capos, straps, instrument care products and, increasingly, hearing protection.

Their entry into the hearing protection market reflects a genuine commitment to musician health. The dBUD is a particularly impressive product — its adjustable two-position filter is a genuine innovation that addresses one of the key limitations of fixed-attenuation earplugs: the inability to adapt to changing sound environments. With the dBUD, a drummer can switch between a lower attenuation setting for conversation and monitoring, and a higher setting for loud performance, without removing the earplug. The result is a more practical, more wearable hearing protection solution that musicians are more likely to actually use.

The Pacato offers similar high-fidelity filtered protection at a lower price point, making quality hearing protection accessible to a wider range of musicians. Both products use acoustic filters that preserve the natural character of sound — unlike foam earplugs, which muffle indiscriminately and make it difficult to hear music clearly.

At Into Music Store, we stock D'Addario accessories alongside our full range of drum and percussion products. Visit our store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire, or shop online with free UK shipping on orders over £175.