Nuvo jSax, Manual

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jS
AX
The Reeds and Mouthpiece
The reed on your jS
AX
is very important, this is the part that vibrates and makes the sound. Your
jS
AX
comes with
2
synthetic reeds numbered
1
½
and
2
. The reed marked
1
½
is the softest and
should be the easiest to create an initial sound. The
2
reed is a little harder and offers more resistance
when played. We recommend starting with the number
1
½
, and trying the
2
as you progress through
the book. If you look after them, your reeds should last a long time. Biting or chewing your reeds will
damage them, and they won’t work properly. Check the tip of your reed from time to time to make
sure it is flat, and always replace the mouthpiece cap carefully when you have finished playing.
Removing the Reed
You should not have to remove the reed very often, as it is
ok to leave it on the mouthpiece all the time. When you do
need to change the reed, simply lift the ligature as shown
then carefully slide the reed away from the mouthpiece. Try
not to touch the tip of the reed.
Assembling Your Reed and Mouthpiece
There is a location rib on the reed which fits into the slot on the mouthpiece; slide the reed into the
slot and then snap the ligature shut as shown. This enables you to position the reed perfectly every
time. The tip of the reed should now be lined up with the tip of the mouthpiece.
When placing the mouthpiece on your jS
AX
, notice the rubber O-rings on the neck which seal the
mouthpiece with the body. Make sure they are in their slots before attaching the mouthpiece to the
body. The end of the mouthpiece should line up with the line on the neck.
03
VIDEO
03
- Changing the reed on your jS
AX
Lift Ligature
Pull Out
Reed Location Slot
Snap Shut Ligature
Reed Level With
Mouthpiece Tip