ABOUT PLAYBACK
Did you know that musical instruments are not recycled through municipal recycling programs? It is estimated that more than 1.5 million lbs. of instrument string metal could be put into landfill every year.
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The World's Leading String Recycling Program
If you're an individual looking to recycle strings, all it takes is a Players Circle account. You can ship us your strings or visit a local string recycling center to drop off.
WHY RECYCLE YOUR STRINGS?
Recycling is always a better choice than throwing strings out. That’s because it reduces the need to extract materials from the planet, keeps garbage from landfills, and reuses valuable material that would otherwise go to waste. Recycling does have a carbon footprint, but it is a big improvement over disposing of waste in landfills or through incineration. To learn more about the benefits of recycling, visit this page from our partner TerraCycle.
OUR IMPACT
Our goal is to help facilitate 100% recycling and upcycling of strings to minimize not just our own impact, but our entire industry's.
ABOUT PLAYBACK
After decades of pioneering efforts in sustainability, we took our environmental commitment to the next level. We created Playback so you can send in used guitar and orchestral strings. Once collected, the metal and nylon strings are separated by type and the metal is melted down and smelted into new metal alloys. The nylon is recycled into industrial plastic applications. This program is currently open to residents living in the continental US.
ABOUT TERRACYCLE
PLAYBACK is powered by TerraCycle, an international upcycling and recycling company that repurposes waste into new, innovative materials and products. TerraCycle is a company that aligns with our mission of creating positive social change while minimizing our carbon footprint. With its global capabilities, TerraCycle helps us turn waste into worth. Participation in the TerraCycle program is free, and the number of people who can join is limited.
FAQs
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How long does it take to receive my recycling points?
Please allow 3-5 weeks of processing time to receive recycling points. You will receive 100 points per 0.25lbs.
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What countries is Playback available in?
Playback is currently only available in the U.S.
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Is there a minimum amount of strings I can recycle?
In efforts to reduce the carbon footprint, all shipments must weigh a minimum of 5 lbs. No exceptions will be made for shipments under 5 lbs.
How many sets of strings equal 5 lbs?
If you don't have enough strings to recycle through Players Circle, you can recycle at your local Guitar Center, or any participating retail location. Please note, you will not receive Players Circle points for recycling through a retailer at this time.
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Can I recycle my strings if I work at a store or any business/education facility?
Yes, you can! However, if you are a dealer, luthier, retail location, or school, do NOT use the shipping label listed on the Playback page. Please email playback@daddario.com and we are happy to set you up as a recycling center.
NOTE: If you identify as any of the above and send us your recycled strings, points will not be awarded.
