D'addario - Rico Antimicrobial Swab (Small)

A Rico Accessory Designed to Modernize Daily Maintenance

Designed as a more durable and hygienic alternative to traditional silk swabs, this Rico swab focuses on a "clean maintenance" approach: a technical material that limits odors while keeping the instrument healthier over time. A relevant choice for those seeking regular cleaning without hassle, and a reliable accessory to slip into the case.

Who Is It For, and In What Uses?

This swab is suitable for students, amateur musicians, and professionals who go through lessons, rehearsals, concerts, or studio sessions. It is very easy to use between pieces or after playing to help limit moisture inside the bore, a crucial point for comfort, internal cleanliness, and preservation of sensitive parts (especially on clarinets and soprano saxophones).

Sound and Design

A clean and well-dried instrument more easily maintains its response and stability over time. By eliminating residual moisture and small debris, the Rico swab helps maintain a healthier bore, contributing to a more consistent playing feel and overall more peaceful maintenance. Its technical fabric, designed for superior absorption, speeds up internal drying, while the antimicrobial treatment helps reduce odor formation, particularly useful during intensive use.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To complement maintenance, you can pair this swab with a mouthpiece swab suited to your instrument and a microfiber cloth for the exterior (keywork and body). If you use a clarinet, cork grease can also be part of a simple and effective maintenance kit.

Technical specifications

Type	swab	Color	Orange
Use	all instruments