Cleaning the tuning slide Advice Valve oil is for pistons. Do not use it on the tuning slide. Maintaining the rotary valve Advice When using an oil nozzle, be careful to avoid making direct contact with the rotor, as the tip of the nozzle is made of metal.The tip of the oil bottle is made […]
t’s so important to keep your saxophone clean and hygienic – now more than ever! Here’s a step-by-step on how to clean a saxophone after each practice session. Keep Your Saxophone Clean and Playing its Best We’ve all heard stories of sax players becoming ill because they never clean their saxophones. So it’s important to do some basic […]
Use care when assembling the instrument! Apply cork grease to the joint of the neck before assembly. When assembling, please be careful not to put pressure on the neck or keys. How to set down a saxophone Soprano saxophones are usually laid down with the thumb rest up, and the main keys facing downward. There […]
Proper saxophone maintenance ensures optimal performance and prevents costly repairs. This article covers everything you need to know on how to take care of your saxophone. Skip to a Section: Daily Care [Video] Daily Saxophone Maintenance Steps – Full Walkthrough Properly Storing the Saxophone Between Uses Reed Care Periodic Care Daily Saxophone Care The most […]
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 […]
