Things You'll Need:
- Chamois Cloth W/drop Weight
- Key Oils
- Pull-through Swabs
- Cotton Cloth
- Humidistats
- Treated Feathers
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Step 1
Allow a qualified professional, double-reed repair technician to dismantle posts and keys. The untrained amateur should definitely avoid this procedure.
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Step 2
Establish a habit of wiping any moisture from the keys or wood externally.
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Step 3
Use a pull-through swab to dry the interior of the instrument after every rehearsal or performance.
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Step 4
If the keypads retain heavy moisture, double a paper towel, place under each pad, and close the pad to gain maximum absorption.
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Step 5
Do this for each pad that needs it. Pads nearer the reed are exposed to greater moisture.
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Step 6
Maintain an even temperature and humidity in the storage location by using a humidistat.







