Category Archives: Valves Maintenance

Valve Oil – synthetic or natural; does it matter?

This can be down to choice however the most importat thing here is to use one type of oil on each instrument. A valve can actually get damaged if synthetic and natural oils are both used. My advice is to … Continue reading

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Valves…Oiled!

Every trumpet and cornet valve must be oiled each week if regularly played (as it should be). This stops dirt getting into the valves and makes them move smoother. If they aren’t moving quickly, then you can;t play quickly. How … Continue reading

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