Drum heads wear out! Drum heads, at least the skin portion, are consumable products. Beginners often buy a drum kit and then, after a year, say, “the sound has changed!” In most cases this is because the head has worn out, changing the tone. Loosen the heads, and if the portion where the drumstick contacts […]
Drums make perfect companions. They’re always there when you need them. They don’t judge you. They know how to make you happy. They come in all shapes and sizes and no matter your preference, there’s something for everyone. We need to care for the ones we love, right? And how better to do that than […]
Drum care is not that difficult. Basically, wipe it down after use. Occasionally, the hardware gets rusty, or parts with screws stop moving properly, so wipe the set down as much as possible. The piano polish called Piano Unicon is remarkably versatile, and can be used for polishing fittings, shells, and cymbals. Polishing the cymbals […]
Those who skip cleanings or otherwise don’t maintain their violin can expect a degradation in sound and costly repairs Expand image down the line. Whether you’re brand new to the instrument or simply need a refresher, here are some general tips for taking care of your violin. Know How to Handle Your Violin If your violin teacher […]
Keep Your Violin Clean A clean violin is essential for both aesthetic appeal and optimal sound quality. Establishing a regular cleaning routine ensures your delicate instruments remain in excellent condition. Daily Wipe Down Maintaining your violin starts with a simple daily routine. After each practice session, gently wipe down your instrument with a soft, lint-free […]
The violin is an expensive, rather delicate instrument. Therefore, it’s important for beginners to understand basic instrument care tips and techniques that will maintain both its beauty and its sound quality. How do you maintain a violin? Violins are delicate instruments — it’s important for beginners to be aware of basic violin maintenance tips and […]
How to Keep Your Violin Happy and In Good Working Order A few simple, daily, habits will go a long way toward keeping your violin in good order. Treat your violin with care, and you’ll be making music with it for many years to come. Daily Checklist Wash Your Hands Before handling your violin, wash […]
Do you know how to take care of a violin? Here are 7 ways to treat your instrument with respect, love, care and protect it from harm. After you start to develop a relationship with your violin, there is one rule all musicians follow: Treat your instrument with respect, love, care and protect it from […]
1. Wash Your Hands Before A Practice Session This is pretty straight forward. Your hands gather throughout the day a lot of unwanted elements such as dirt, grease, and dead skin cells. These elements will activate a faster corrosion rate on your guitar strings. By consistently washing your hands, not only do you get rid […]
1. Don’t Play With Sweaty Hands Excess sweat and grease are two of the most common problems when it comes to strings rusting. The main reason is that both sweat and grease contain minerals such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, and potassium. When these minerals pair with the natural toxins your body secretes, corrosion takes place. […]
