MusicNomad Bore Oil Cleaner & Conditioner for Wooden Bore Instruments (MN702)
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It is primarily used with clarinet bores and possibly oboe bores. These are extremely dense, hard woods that are primarily found in Africa. When you add bore oil, I don't believe the bore changes. As a clarinetist and a repairman, I believe it is one of the most effective ways to keep these horns in excellent playing condition for many years. Bore oil is a great way to keep clarinets from cracking if you don't use it. Because it is plant-based, the oil may go rancid after it has passed its expiration date. It's best not to use it any longer at this point, so think about how vegetable oil and olive oil go bad. If you're unsure about the expiration date, go with a six-month shelf life and wear gloves. br>br>With softer woods like pine, this product may not be the best choice because the wood absorbs all of the bore oil. I believe it would be fine with hard wood, and because it is plant-based, it will not harm metal in any way. Carbon steel can undoubtedly be used with it.
I have no idea; It works well for me to condition fret boards on guitars. As a result, the fret boards do not dry out and are kept safe until the next string change.
Because of the health risks of the oil entering the bloodstream, I'm not comfortable using this on a mouthpiece. Because the oil can go rancid, it's best to apply it to wood with rubber gloves.
To my knowledge, the majority of bore oil is not synthetic and is made from plants, but I cannot guarantee this for all bore oils. Expiration dates apply to plant-based oils. If you're not sure, rubber gloves or new bottles every 6 months or so might be a better option. Being cautious is always a good idea.
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board!. The products from Music Nomad are excellent and well-designed. Before I consider any other manufacturer, I usually consult with them. What's important to remember about musical instrument oils is that they shouldn't be made from petroleum, as this will dry out wood over time. run. I bought it to keep my new clarinet in good shape while I wait for it to be broken in. Before you use any oil on it, make sure it's completely dry. br>br>In the meantime, I needed to replace my guitar strings, and I always use a little oil on the fretboard. To keep it from drying out, place it on a wooden board. I noticed the pleasant odor of the Music Nomad Bore Oil as I was applying it. that of a highly refined and fine light oil. It was absorbed by the fret-board's ebony, which was more important. board in a flash. This is a good thing because it means the oil is thin and easily penetrates the wood rather than floating on top of it. This action also allows me to assess the moisture content of the wood. When it can no longer be absorbed, it is said to be saturated. br>br>Now, I don't want to go too far with this, because any easing of the fret-work will be detrimental. It's possible that board wood will change its dimensions, or even worse, that frets will loosen. Nonetheless, each string should be applied with care. Particularly during the dry winter months, change has proven to be beneficial. I only change strings three times a year because I use Elixir strings. If I used the word "un-" instead of "un-" I'd wait until every other string change to oil coated strings. Whatever the case, I believe that by simply changing the label to "Fine Instrument Oil," Music Nomad could sell more of this product, as it is excellent for all fine wood instruments. I just finished using it on my son's pricey wood-working project. I used a tape recorder to revive the finish and tone, and I think it's time to get back to work on the clarinet wood.
I bought this to keep my bagpipes, drones, and chanter hydrated and oiled. The wood appears to be brand new and has a richer tone. These pipes have been in my possession for 25 years, and despite being well-kept, they were rarely used until I retired. Now that they've been oiled, I believe there's a lower risk of wood damage. I'll do it again in six months.
Since I bought my guitar three years ago, I hadn't oiled the rosewood fretboard. I don't recall how it looked when it was new, but the fretted side of the board was slightly dirty, looked dry, and was a lighter color than the finished sides. br>br>I applied the oil twice: the first time, I used a drop or two per fretted area and rubbed it in with a microfiber that came with some sunglasses. I used the same microfiber that was already saturated to wipe it down after about two hours. I strung the board up a few hours later after wiping it down with a dry blue shop towel. br>br>The top of the fretboard is looking better than it has in a long time; It's now cleaner, feels smoother, and matches the finished sides in color. My frets and mother of pearl inlays were not harmed by the oil.
This was used to lubricate the drones and stocks of an African blackwood bagpipe, giving the wood a "wet" appearance, indicating that it has penetrated and is providing protection. It has a wonderful scent to it. It's been a year since I bought it, and it still smells great - It doesn't appear to have gone rancid (can it go rancid?). )br>br>**Correction: In April 2021, I bought it again, but the wonderful scent is no longer present. (I'm assuming the wood conditioning will be the same, but I'm missing the natural, fruity scent. ).
I got it for one reason: I inherited a wooden flute from Bethlehem that was in bad shape, dried out, and splintering, and it sounded G-. d awful. I applied this oil to the sound and it was completely restored. It is still delicate but the sound is much better than before so 100% I 100% approve this oil. I was blown away by how much a little went a long way. Thanks~.
year- Knock wood (pun intended) on an old clarinet with dried out wood and no cracks. ) I used some of this on my clarinet, and it now looks brand new. I'm a big fan of this stuff, and I'll keep buying it.
It really does help to condition the fretboard and restore its luster, as well as improve tone resonance (at least for audiophiles like me).
It's a great bore oil, and I'm using it right now. Only a few drops are required to make a significant difference. Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thanks, thank.