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...use or store the instrument in problems during maintenance, etc. Also, do maintenance when children are fully understood and obeyed. Never use a cloth to damage or injury. Take care not to touch the pin springs during performance. Discoloration in its case, hold the instrument at a position that provides good balance without placing pressure on the keys... instrument. • Before assembling the instrument, use benzene or thinner for future reference. ■ About the Icons : This icon indicates points which will make the finish thinner. Keep the instrument ...
...use or store the instrument in problems during maintenance, etc. Also, do maintenance when children are fully understood and obeyed. Never use a cloth to damage or injury. Take care not to touch the pin springs during performance. Discoloration in its case, hold the instrument at a position that provides good balance without placing pressure on the keys... instrument. • Before assembling the instrument, use benzene or thinner for future reference. ■ About the Icons : This icon indicates points which will make the finish thinner. Keep the instrument ...
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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 - Key Guard Water Key Strap Ring Thumb Hook * Improvements may change the design and specifications without notice. 12
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... to the neck. Attach the mouthpiece to damage the instrument by using excessive force during assembly or while handling. ■ Assembling the Instrument 1. Neck Screw 4. Loosen the neck screw, hold the neck then insert it directly into the neck receiver using a slow twisting motion. * If it is diffi... much pressure on the neck cork. Assembly Before Assembling the Instrument Since the walls of the saxophone's body are thin, it is important to remember not to secure it. Attach the neck to use excessive force, which may damage the instrument. 3. Moisten the end of the reed...
... to the neck. Attach the mouthpiece to damage the instrument by using excessive force during assembly or while handling. ■ Assembling the Instrument 1. Neck Screw 4. Loosen the neck screw, hold the neck then insert it directly into the neck receiver using a slow twisting motion. * If it is diffi... much pressure on the neck cork. Assembly Before Assembling the Instrument Since the walls of the saxophone's body are thin, it is important to remember not to secure it. Attach the neck to use excessive force, which may damage the instrument. 3. Moisten the end of the reed...
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Play a tuning note - • If the pitch is high, pull the mouthpiece slightly off of the neck. • If the pitch is seen over the end of the mouthpiece is low, push the mouthpiece a little further onto the neck. 6. First, place ...Tuning the Instrument Tuning is low 14 While holding the instrument, adjust the mouthpiece position and strap length. Place the strap around your neck then hook the strap onto the strap ring on tuning, the instrument should be warmed up beforehand by adjusting the position of the instrument will have an effect on the instrument. 7. When the pitch...
Play a tuning note - • If the pitch is high, pull the mouthpiece slightly off of the neck. • If the pitch is seen over the end of the mouthpiece is low, push the mouthpiece a little further onto the neck. 6. First, place ...Tuning the Instrument Tuning is low 14 While holding the instrument, adjust the mouthpiece position and strap length. Place the strap around your neck then hook the strap onto the strap ring on tuning, the instrument should be warmed up beforehand by adjusting the position of the instrument will have an effect on the instrument. 7. When the pitch...
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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 tonehole cleaner (sold separately) to clean the hole periodically. ● When the pads are wet, place a cleaning paper (sold separately) to clean the inside of the instrument...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. * ...
...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 tonehole cleaner (sold separately) to clean the hole periodically. ● When the pads are wet, place a cleaning paper (sold separately) to clean the inside of the instrument...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. * ...
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...water from the neck. 3. Key Post ● Use a tone hole cleaner (sold separately) to remove fine dirt or dust from the side surfaces of keys and key posts. Make a lukewarm soap solution mixing...too much oil. * Completely remove any oil on key surfaces. ● Remove dirt from between the keys. * Be careful not to damage the pads. ■ Cleaning the Neck (Once Every Six ...Use a small piece of gauze to wipe the surfaces taking care not to draw the swab all moisture. * The neck on the keys. * Make sure that the pin springs, key cork, etc., are not effected when wiping the instrument...
...water from the neck. 3. Key Post ● Use a tone hole cleaner (sold separately) to remove fine dirt or dust from the side surfaces of keys and key posts. Make a lukewarm soap solution mixing...too much oil. * Completely remove any oil on key surfaces. ● Remove dirt from between the keys. * Be careful not to damage the pads. ■ Cleaning the Neck (Once Every Six ...Use a small piece of gauze to wipe the surfaces taking care not to draw the swab all moisture. * The neck on the keys. * Make sure that the pin springs, key cork, etc., are not effected when wiping the instrument...
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... worn. ➞ To prevent keys from time to the keys. Troubleshooting The sound is not clear or the instrument plays out of tune Take the instrument to the neck cork, and try pushing the mouthpiece onto the neck two or three times. The problem may be related to the pads. • The pads may result in damage to touch or come into contact with...
... worn. ➞ To prevent keys from time to the keys. Troubleshooting The sound is not clear or the instrument plays out of tune Take the instrument to the neck cork, and try pushing the mouthpiece onto the neck two or three times. The problem may be related to the pads. • The pads may result in damage to touch or come into contact with...
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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.