How long should I boil my mouthpiece?

Place the mouthpiece in the boiling water for approximately 30 seconds. Remove the mouthpiece from the boiling water using tongs and place in the cold water for 1 to 2 seconds (just so it is cool enough to handle). Place mouthpiece in your mouth and bite down for 20 to 30 seconds.

Can I put water in my trumpet?

The good news is that most of your trumpet can be submerged in water! Fill a sink or bathtub with warm (not hot) water (you can also add a small amount of dish soap). Remove the valves from your trumpet and set them aside. Remove each of the slides from the trumpet and place them in the water.

Can I use Vaseline as valve oil?

Yamaha and Eastman stock valve oil is good enough, while the valve oil that comes with most ISOs tends to be VERY low quality and bad for the valves. pure lanolin (best)/tuning slide grease (good)/Vaseline or petroleum jelly (good in a pinch)-for lubricating tuning slides.

Can you use Vaseline on instruments?

No, it will not gum up your instrument. Any slide grease will gum things up and attract dirt if you use too much. In fact, many commercially produced slide greases contain Vaseline as a primary ingredient (i.e. Schilke slide grease is about 50/50 Vaseline and lanolin).

How often should I clean my trumpet mouthpiece?

You should use a cleaning cloth and wipe water stains off the outside a few times a week. When it comes to the inside of your trumpet, it depends on how much you practice, but a good rule of thumb is that you should wash your trumpet at least once every 6 weeks.

What causes trumpet valves to stick?

The valves are too sticky. This can occur if the oil has caused debris to loosen in the trumpet valve case. It can be fixed by pulling the valve out and thoroughly wiping it with a clean cloth. It may also be helpful to remove the bottom valve cap to clean the valve casing.

What oil can be used for Trumpet valves?

The 5 Best Trumpet Valve Oils in 2021: Reviews and Buyer’s Guide

#1. Blue Juice Valve Oil.
#2. MusicNomad Trumpet Cleaning And Care Product.
#3. Monster Premium Synthetic Valve Oil.
#4. Ultra-Pure Oils UPO-VALVE Professional Valve Oil.
#5. Yamaha Regular Synthetic Valve Oil.

Is there a substitute for trumpet valve oil?

I would stick to the mineral oil. Kerosene based products smell and I doubt they are harmless. WD40 is good for cleaning things up, but dries out quickly. Sewing machine oil would also be a good substitute.

Can I use trumpet valve oil on my sewing machine?

Can I use sewing machine oil to oil my trumpet? No, only use valve oil or possibly rotor oil. Sewing machine oil will destroy the valves.