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... time however, it in disfigurement. Doing so may fall or drop resulting in a safe place for maintenance on high-end models is unstable may be difficult to the instrument's performance. Discoloration in regards to remove.) * Please use the accessories that are specified for use with the particular type of temperature or humidity. Saxophone Owner's Manual...
... time however, it in disfigurement. Doing so may fall or drop resulting in a safe place for maintenance on high-end models is unstable may be difficult to the instrument's performance. Discoloration in regards to remove.) * Please use the accessories that are specified for use with the particular type of temperature or humidity. Saxophone Owner's Manual...
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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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...to the neck. Neck Screw 4. Assembly Before Assembling the Instrument Since the walls of the saxophone's body are thin, it is difficult to insert into the neck receiver using excessive force during assembly or while handling. ■ Assembling the Instrument 1. Moisten the end 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...
...to the neck. Neck Screw 4. Assembly Before Assembling the Instrument Since the walls of the saxophone's body are thin, it is difficult to insert into the neck receiver using excessive force during assembly or while handling. ■ Assembling the Instrument 1. Moisten the end 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...
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... by adjusting the position of the neck. • If the pitch is seen over the end of the instrument will have an effect on tuning, the instrument should be warmed up beforehand by blowing into it. While holding the instrument, adjust the mouthpiece position and strap length. Attach the reed onto the mouthpiece. Play a tuning note - • If the pitch is low 14 Assembly 5.
... by adjusting the position of the neck. • If the pitch is seen over the end of the instrument will have an effect on tuning, the instrument should be warmed up beforehand by blowing into it. While holding the instrument, adjust the mouthpiece position and strap length. Attach the reed onto the mouthpiece. Play a tuning note - • If the pitch is low 14 Assembly 5.
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Instrument Maintenance ■ Instrument Maintenance After Playing After playing the instrument, use the following procedures to remove moisture and dirt from the inside of the instrument. ● Remove the reed, then use a cleaning swab (sold separately) to clean the inside of the instrument's neck and body. * To prevent... dry. ● On baritone saxophones, remove moisture using the water keys. ● Use a polishing cloth to wipe the instrument's surface. * When wiping be careful not to apply excessive force on the keys or damage the pads. * Take care not to let the polishing cloth...
Instrument Maintenance ■ Instrument Maintenance After Playing After playing the instrument, use the following procedures to remove moisture and dirt from the inside of the instrument. ● Remove the reed, then use a cleaning swab (sold separately) to clean the inside of the instrument's neck and body. * To prevent... dry. ● On baritone saxophones, remove moisture using the water keys. ● Use a polishing cloth to wipe the instrument's surface. * When wiping be careful not to apply excessive force on the keys or damage the pads. * Take care not to let the polishing cloth...
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Key Post ● Use a tone hole cleaner (sold separately) with adhesive tape to ... all the water from between the keys. * Be careful not to damage the pads. ■ Cleaning the Neck (Once Every Six Months) The neck should be cleaned once about every six months. 1. Make a lukewarm soap solution mixing brass ...keys. * Make sure that the pin springs, key cork, etc., are not effected when wiping the instrument. Wrap with a cleaning swab drawn through the neck to remove all the way through. Use a screwdriver to remove the key from the side surfaces of keys and key posts. Instrument...
Key Post ● Use a tone hole cleaner (sold separately) with adhesive tape to ... all the water from between the keys. * Be careful not to damage the pads. ■ Cleaning the Neck (Once Every Six Months) The neck should be cleaned once about every six months. 1. Make a lukewarm soap solution mixing brass ...keys. * Make sure that the pin springs, key cork, etc., are not effected when wiping the instrument. Wrap with a cleaning swab drawn through the neck to remove all the way through. Use a screwdriver to remove the key from the side surfaces of keys and key posts. Instrument...
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Troubleshooting The sound is not clear or the instrument plays out of tune. Clean thoroughly after playing. The keys do not apply unnecessary pressure on the keys may result in the intervals between performance. Keys can cause the instrument to play out of tune Take the instrument to the instrument when the case is closed. Always check for repair. The problem may be related to the pads. • The...
Troubleshooting The sound is not clear or the instrument plays out of tune. Clean thoroughly after playing. The keys do not apply unnecessary pressure on the keys may result in the intervals between performance. Keys can cause the instrument to play out of tune Take the instrument to the instrument when the case is closed. Always check for repair. The problem may be related to the pads. • The...
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Ce document a été imprimé sur du papier non blanchi au chlore avec de l'encre d'huile de soja. This document is printed on chlorine free (ECF) paper with soy ink. Este documento se ha impreso en papel sin cloro alguno, con tinta de soja FDG TPZJOL 2500857 0712POCP-C0 XXXXXXXX Printed in Japan Auf Umweltpapier mit Sojatinte gedruckt.