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... the instrument's performance. Never use benzene or thinner for maintenance on high-end models is unstable may change over time however, it should be paid attention to. : This icon indicates actions that are to protect you place the instrument. Saxophone Owner's Manual Precautions Please read before using polish. ■ To obtain maximum life out of the instrument. • Before assembling the instrument, use a cloth...
... the instrument's performance. Never use benzene or thinner for maintenance on high-end models is unstable may change over time however, it should be paid attention to. : This icon indicates actions that are to protect you place the instrument. Saxophone Owner's Manual Precautions Please read before using polish. ■ To obtain maximum life out of the instrument. • Before assembling the instrument, use a cloth...
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Key Guard Water Key Strap Ring Thumb Hook * Improvements may change the design and specifications without notice. 12 Nomenclature Alto Saxophone Tenor Saxophone * An alto saxophone is shown in the photo. 4 1 / ) 0 Soprano Saxophone Baritone Saxophone 4 / ) ) 4 1 / 0 2 6 - 6 Reverse Side * 6 / Ligature 4 Mouthpiece ) Neck 0 Neck Screw 1 Octave Key 6 Bell * 2 Upper Bow * Bow -
Key Guard Water Key Strap Ring Thumb Hook * Improvements may change the design and specifications without notice. 12 Nomenclature Alto Saxophone Tenor Saxophone * An alto saxophone is shown in the photo. 4 1 / ) 0 Soprano Saxophone Baritone Saxophone 4 / ) ) 4 1 / 0 2 6 - 6 Reverse Side * 6 / Ligature 4 Mouthpiece ) Neck 0 Neck Screw 1 Octave Key 6 Bell * 2 Upper Bow * Bow -
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...your mouth (or in any particular position when holding it. Attach the neck to insert into the neck receiver using excessive force during assembly or while handling. ■ Assembling the Instrument 1. Loosen the neck screw, hold the neck then insert it directly into the neck receiver, apply a ...about 3/4 of the way onto the neck cork using a slow twisting motion. * If it is difficult to damage the instrument by using a slow twisting motion. * If it is difficult to the body. Assembly Before Assembling the Instrument Since the walls of the saxophone's body are thin...
...your mouth (or in any particular position when holding it. Attach the neck to insert into the neck receiver using excessive force during assembly or while handling. ■ Assembling the Instrument 1. Loosen the neck screw, hold the neck then insert it directly into the neck receiver, apply a ...about 3/4 of the way onto the neck cork using a slow twisting motion. * If it is difficult to damage the instrument by using a slow twisting motion. * If it is difficult to the body. Assembly Before Assembling the Instrument Since the walls of the saxophone's body are thin...
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... be warmed up beforehand by adjusting the position of the instrument will have an effect on the instrument. 7. Assembly 5. Reed Ligature Screws ● Tuning the Instrument Tuning is low 14 While holding the instrument, adjust the mouthpiece position and strap length. Since air temperature or the temperature of the mouthpiece on the neck. Play a tuning note - • If the pitch is high, pull the mouthpiece...
... be warmed up beforehand by adjusting the position of the instrument will have an effect on the instrument. 7. Assembly 5. Reed Ligature Screws ● Tuning the Instrument Tuning is low 14 While holding the instrument, adjust the mouthpiece position and strap length. Since air temperature or the temperature of the mouthpiece on the neck. Play a tuning note - • If the pitch is high, pull the mouthpiece...
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... springs, etc. ● Since the tonehole on the octave key is small and becomes easily clogged, use a cleaning swab (sold separately) between the pad and the tone hole and press the pads lightly to clean the inside of the mouthpiece. Instrument Maintenance ■ Instrument Maintenance After Playing After playing the instrument, use the following procedures to remove moisture and dirt from...
... springs, etc. ● Since the tonehole on the octave key is small and becomes easily clogged, use a cleaning swab (sold separately) between the pad and the tone hole and press the pads lightly to clean the inside of the mouthpiece. Instrument Maintenance ■ Instrument Maintenance After Playing After playing the instrument, use the following procedures to remove moisture and dirt from...
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...care to damage the pads. ■ Cleaning the Neck (Once Every Six Months) The neck should be cleaned once about every six months. 1. Wrap the cork section with warm water (30 to 40 degrees Centigrade: 86 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit) in the neck. 16 Key Post ● Use a tone hole cleaner (sold ...springs, key cork, etc., are not effected when wiping the instrument. Do not force the swab past the point where it from the neck interior, dry with adhesive tape Cork Section 4. After the dirt is narrow making it hard to place any remaining dirt and the brass soap from the neck. 3. Use a ...
...care to damage the pads. ■ Cleaning the Neck (Once Every Six Months) The neck should be cleaned once about every six months. 1. Wrap the cork section with warm water (30 to 40 degrees Centigrade: 86 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit) in the neck. 16 Key Post ● Use a tone hole cleaner (sold ...springs, key cork, etc., are not effected when wiping the instrument. Do not force the swab past the point where it from the neck interior, dry with adhesive tape Cork Section 4. After the dirt is narrow making it hard to place any remaining dirt and the brass soap from the neck. 3. Use a ...
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.... Be careful and treat the instrument with the tone holes. ➞ Do not apply pressure to the keys. When you hold the instrument in the intervals between performance. Troubleshooting The sound is not clear or the instrument plays out of tune Take the instrument to your dealer for repair. Please treat the instrument with something placed on pads when performing outdoors. Soldered joints become loose...
.... Be careful and treat the instrument with the tone holes. ➞ Do not apply pressure to the keys. When you hold the instrument in the intervals between performance. Troubleshooting The sound is not clear or the instrument plays out of tune Take the instrument to your dealer for repair. Please treat the instrument with something placed on pads when performing outdoors. Soldered joints become loose...
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Este documento se ha impreso en papel sin cloro alguno, con tinta de soja FDG TPZJOL 2500857 0712POCP-C0 XXXXXXXX Printed in Japan This document is printed on chlorine free (ECF) paper with soy ink. Ce document a été imprimé sur du papier non blanchi au chlore avec de l'encre d'huile de soja. Auf Umweltpapier mit Sojatinte gedruckt.
Este documento se ha impreso en papel sin cloro alguno, con tinta de soja FDG TPZJOL 2500857 0712POCP-C0 XXXXXXXX Printed in Japan This document is printed on chlorine free (ECF) paper with soy ink. Ce document a été imprimé sur du papier non blanchi au chlore avec de l'encre d'huile de soja. Auf Umweltpapier mit Sojatinte gedruckt.