Caring for your Wind Instrument

Assembly

When assembling your JinYin wind instrument, use gentle movements to prevent damage to the keys.

After playing

Always remove any moisture from your instrument when packing it away, using the swab provided.

Cleaning

Never polish your wind instrument with an abrasive product, such as Brasso. Only use a soft, dry cloth.

Key care

Use key oil on the keys once a month, taking great care not to get any on the pads.

Pad care

Dry the pads by inserting cleaning paper between the pad and sound hole. Gently press down on the key and remove the paper.

Packing away

Use a saxophone end plug, also called a moon plug, when packing away to protect the octave mechanism. Pack the reed away in a reed holder. Do not leave it on the mouthpiece.

Wipe it down

Use a soft, lint-free cloth to remove fingerprints and moisture after every session.
Store it in its case

Keep your instrument in its case, away from direct sun, heaters and damp.
Book a yearly service

Have a technician check and adjust your instrument once a year.

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What are
Brass Instruments?

Brass instruments produce their sound when the player buzzes their lips into a mouthpiece. Known for their bold, powerful tones, this family includes instruments such as trumpets, cornets, trombones, horns, euphoniums and tubas ranging from bright high notes to deep, rich bass sounds.

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What are
Woodwind Instruments?

Woodwind instruments create sound by blowing air through the instrument, either across an opening or through a reed. This family includes flutes, clarinets and saxophones, offering a wide variety of sounds from light and clear to warm, smooth and expressive.

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