D'addario - Rico Antimicrobial Swab (Large)
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D'addario - Rico
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Rico: Reliable Daily Maintenance
Known for its accessories dedicated to wind instruments, Rico offers here a crook swab designed to last: a simple, effective, and hygienic solution to quickly remove moisture inside the crook (the bent part of the saxophone or alto/bass clarinet).
For Whom and For What Use?
Ideal for saxophonists and clarinetists, from beginners to advanced players, who want a maintenance routine after each session. By limiting residual water and deposits, you help preserve playing stability, intonation, and the longevity of the crook.
Sound and Design
A drier crook promotes a more consistent sound production and reduces water noises and instability in attacks. Flexible and easy to handle, the technical fabric absorbs moisture without damaging the inside of the crook.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To complement maintenance, a cork grease (for tenons/slides of alto/bass clarinets and saxophone crook cork) helps maintain smooth and airtight fitting.
Technical specifications
| Type | swab | Color | Orange |
| Use | all instruments | ||
| Durability claimed | up to 50 washes | Cleaning action | removes moisture and debris inside the instrument |
| Absorption | up to 30% more moisture compared to a silk swab | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is this swab suitable for the neck of a saxophone?
Its large size is designed to remove moisture inside the saxophone neck. The soft technical fabric absorbs residual water without damaging the interior of the neck.
Can it be used on an alto or bass clarinet?
It is intended for use on the curved neck of alto and bass clarinets. It removes moisture and debris present inside the neck.
How many washes can the large Rico antimicrobial swab withstand?
The stated durability is up to 50 washes.
Should a swab be passed through the neck after each playing session?
Using it after each session helps limit residual water and deposits inside the neck. This routine contributes to maintaining consistent tone production and attack stability. Water noises can thus be reduced.
What grease should be used with this neck swab?
Cork grease is recommended for the cork tenons and slides of alto or bass clarinets. It can also be applied on the cork of a saxophone neck to maintain a smooth and airtight fit.
