We are pleased to share the first episode of our latest series: Jim's Corner! Jim’s Corner is the official company story of D'Addario & Co., as told by Founder and Director of Innovation, Jim D'Addario. Hear firsthand how a family tradition grew to create new industry standards and benchmarks for players around the world. In this episode, Jim takes us from the early days of string making in Italy, to developing the modern acoustic #guitar string with John D'Angelico.
About us
Few can claim 17th century Renaissance Italy as the birthplace of their family start-up. Yet, nearly 400 years and nine generations later, D’Addario & Co. proudly continues to do so. Today, we are globally recognized as the world’s premier instrument accessory manufacturer for strings, drumheads, drumsticks, reeds, mouthpieces and more. Inspired by our past and paving a future path, D’Addario is fueled by an ever-expanding family of musicians, engineers, artists and visionaries driven by innovation and continuous improvement. Our charitable foundation also ensures that music education reaches underprivileged students around the globe. And with a genuine dedication to US manufacturing, environmentally sustainable practices, and a diverse family of passionate employees, what started in the Renaissance has become an ever-growing revolution.
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http://www.daddario.com
External link for D'Addario & Company, Inc.
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- Musicians
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- 1,001-5,000 employees
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- Privately Held
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Farmingdale, US
Employees at D'Addario & Company, Inc.
Updates
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D'Addario is proud to have supported the Yale University Guitar Studio on their recent tour through Thailand and Vietnam with the guidance of D'Addario artist and Yale Professor Ben Verdery! 🌏 These young artists shared their talents globally through solo, duo, and ensemble performances, and even premiered new compositions throughout several forums and festivals. #Daddario #ClassicalGuitar #Guitar
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Welcome back to the Work/Shop! Get a rare glimpse behind the scenes of some of the world’s most revered mom-and-pop music shops and luthiers. In this episode, we travel to Waltham, Massachusetts to meet John Snyder, Owner and Head Designer at Electronic Audio Experiments. Learn about the humble beginnings of this iconic effects pedal company and all the incredible inventions they've had along the way. #daddario #guitar #guitarpedals
Work/Shop: Electronic Audio Experiments x D'Addario
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The latest episode of Jim's Corner is here! Ever wondered why there's no D'Addario #guitar, but countless other #daddario products for musicians? Or why the iconic colored ball ends on D'Addario strings were initially created? Learn the answers to these questions and much more in this episode. 👇
The Story Behind D'Addario's Colored Ball Ends | Jim's Corner Ep. #6
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Are you caught up on Jim's Corner? In our latest episode, discover how D'Addario expanded its presence in the musical instrument accessory industry through strategic partnerships with companies like Vandoren and the acquisition of notable brands such as EVANS Drumheads, Rico reeds, and Kaplan orchestral strings. Check it out below! 👇
More Than Strings: Acquiring EVANS, Rico, & Kaplan | Jim's Corner Ep. #5
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D'Addario & Company, Inc. reposted this
It’s time -- We are delighted to announce the 2024 D’Addario Foundation College Scholarship recipients! This year, 10 exceptional students from diverse backgrounds and regions across the United States have been awarded scholarships in recognition of their dedication to music education and community engagement. The future is bright – we are honored to support such great excellence and wish all our recipients, and the class of 2024, the best of luck on their academic journeys!
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Jim’s Corner is the official company story of D'Addario & Co., as told by Founder and Director of Innovation, Jim D'Addario. In this episode, discover how D'Addario revolutionized the music world, from pioneering phosphor bronze guitar strings to collaborating with jazz legend Pat Metheny to create XL Chromes flat wound strings. Check it out now! #guitar #jazzguitar #daddario
D'Addario's Beginnings: Pat Metheny & Phosphor Bronze | Jim's Corner Ep. #4
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In our latest episode of Jim's Corner, Jim D'Addario remembers early days of working night and day, side-by-side with his wife Janet to lay the groundwork for the company, before his brother and father joined to make the venture complete. With their support, Jim focuses on what will take the product to new heights: designing a better machine. Check out Episode 3 and subscribe so you don't miss more episodes! #Guitar #Daddario
How Jim, Janet, and John Founded D’Addario & Co. | Jim's Corner Ep. #3
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Welcome back to the Work/Shop! Get a rare glimpse behind the scenes of some of the world’s most revered mom-and-pop music shops and luthiers. In this episode, we travel to Chapel Hill, Tennessee to meet John LeVan of Guitar Services Workshop. After years of learning from master luthiers, John brings meticulous care to every guitar repair and restoration, while passing his knowledge on by training the next generation of luthiers. Watch now and be sure to subscribe for future episodes!
Work/Shop: LeVan's Guitar Services Workshop x D'Addario
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Jim’s Corner is the official company story of D'Addario & Co., as told by Founder and Director of Innovation, Jim D'Addario. In this episode, Jim discusses his father's big break with the innovative Mario Maccaferri, developing strings that shaped The Who’s iconic sound in 'My Generation,' the launch of Darco strings, a merger with Martin Guitars and more. Watch the full video below. #guitar #daddario
The Who’s Iconic Bass Tone, Darco Strings, & More | Jim's Corner Ep. #2
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