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How to Disassemble an Alto Saxophone

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By regularly disassembling your saxophone, you ensure that it will last longer. Each part of the saxophone comes apart and can be placed in a case for safekeeping.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Open your saxophone case before you start disassembling the instrument. Place each piece in the case as you take the sax apart.

  2. Step 2

    Loosen the screws on the body of the sax and remove the gun from the saxophone's body. The gun is still attached to the mouthpiece.

  3. Step 3

    Remove the mouthpiece from the gun by pulling it apart. Place the gun into the case carefully.

  4. Step 4

    Loosen the screws on the ligature and remove the reed from the mouthpiece. Sterilize the mouthpiece with sterilizing solution before putting it away. Place the reed into a small plastic case to protect it.

  5. Step 5

    Take the mouthpiece and place it into the case with the other parts of the saxophone.

  6. Step 6

    Unhook the neck strap from the saxophone's bell. Clean the inside of the bell with a sax cleaner which looks like a fuzzy stick. Lift the bell, twist it and place it in the case.

  7. Step 7

    Put the neck strap in the case. Close the case and latch it shut.

Tips & Warnings
  • Clean the saxophone regularly.
  • Wipe the outside of the saxophone with a soft cloth.
  • Don't forget to check the pads on your keys to make sure they are not coming apart.

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