D'Addario is one of the world's most trusted music accessory brands, with a heritage stretching back over 300 years. Best known for their strings, D'Addario has expanded into a broad range of musician accessories — and at Into Music we stock their excellent hearing protection range and their micro-fiber polishing cloth, bringing the same quality and attention to detail that defines everything they make.

D'Addario Hearing Protection

D'Addario offers three hearing protection options to suit different needs and budgets. The flagship dBUD features adjustable attenuation — a unique two-position filter that lets you switch between 11dB and 23dB of reduction depending on the environment, all while preserving the natural character of the sound. The Pacato offers high-fidelity filtered protection at a more accessible price point, while the foam earplugs provide a simple, affordable option for everyday use.

D'Addario Instrument Care

The PW-MPC Micro-Fiber Polishing Cloth is a premium instrument care essential — ultra-soft, lint-free and safe on all instrument finishes including lacquer, hardware and cymbals.

Not sure which D'Addario product is right for you? Visit us in our Horncastle showroom or call us on 01507 526517 for expert advice, or order online with UK next day delivery available.

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About D'Addario

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The D'Addario dBUD is a high-fidelity adjustable earplug with a unique two-position filter that provides either 11dB or 23dB of attenuation. The adjustable filter allows musicians to switch between settings depending on the environment — lower attenuation for conversation and monitoring, higher attenuation for loud performance — without removing the earplug. It's one of the most versatile and practical hearing protection options available for musicians.
The dBUD features adjustable attenuation with two filter positions (11dB and 23dB), making it the more versatile option for musicians who move between different sound environments. The Pacato is a fixed-attenuation filtered earplug that offers high-fidelity hearing protection at a more accessible price point. Both use acoustic filters that preserve the natural character of sound, unlike foam earplugs which muffle indiscriminately.
Yes — D'Addario's filtered hearing protection range is well suited to drummers. The dBUD and Pacato both use acoustic filters that reduce volume while preserving the natural sound of the kit, making it easier to hear your playing clearly while protecting your hearing. The dBUD's adjustable attenuation is particularly useful for drummers who need to switch between practice, performance and conversation.
Yes — you can visit Into Music Store in Horncastle, Lincolnshire to browse D'Addario products and get advice from our team. We're one of the UK's dedicated drum stores with a full physical showroom. We also offer free UK shipping on orders over £175 and next day delivery options.