Why does my saxophone sound wavy?

Generally it’s caused by the reeds drying out after being wet or a humidity change. The best thing to do is to always take your reed off the mouthpiece and store it after each session. If you’re already doing this then you might try keeping your reeds in something that evens out the humidity.

Why does my saxophone sound fuzzy?

In the most cases, this “spitty” sound is caused by a buildup of excess moisture produced by blowing hot air into your instrument. A classic way to eliminate built-up condensation from your saxophone is simply to create a tight seal around the mouthpiece and to suck all moisture out.

What do you do when your saxophone sounds airy?

Try placing your reed higher or lower on the mouthpiece, and see if that makes a difference. Also make sure that the sides of the reed are aligned with the sides of the flat section of the mouthpiece. Failing to do so will cause air to leak out of the mouthpiece.

Why does the recorder sound so bad?

Some recorders clog easily, and this can cause the low notes to fail to sound. Suck out through the mouthpiece or blow gently through the fipple hole on the front of the mouthpiece to clear it. If the instrument is second hand or has been treated badly, there are other things that can go wrong.

How do you make a saxophone sound smooth?

On Saxophone Tone:

1. Bottom lip position is important. Think the word “Victory”, or the letter “F” to see how much (or little) bottom lip is placed over the bottom teeth.
2. “Hot air plays the Saxophone; Cool air plays the Flute.”
3. Keep your throat open – same way as when you burp – and push the warm air through.

How can I improve my sax tone?

How do you break in a saxophone reed?

We suggest that you break the reeds in by first soaking them for about 2-4 minutes in lukewarm to warm water, and making sure that the whole vamp, and not just the tip alone, gets wet (a reed that is too dry or only wet at the very tip might tend to squeak).

Why is my saxophone making a muffled sound?

If your saxophone is making quiet, muffled sounds, place the mouthpiece further into your mouth. If it sounds like you’re not getting enough air into your saxophone, you probably aren’t; covering more of the reed will help. Only cover the tapered end of the reed with your mouth.

What should I do if my saxophone is squawking?

If you’re noticing harsh, squawking sounds, cover less of the mouthpiece with your mouth. Shift the mouthpiece forward slightly so that it’s not covering too much of the reed. If your saxophone is making quiet, muffled sounds, place the mouthpiece further into your mouth.

How to fix a saxophone that won’t play?

By isolating and testing out different parts of your saxophone, you’ll soon be able to identify the problem. Some solutions are easy to fix at home, such as sticky keys and a misshapen octave key, while others will require the attention of an instrument repair specialist. Either way, your sax will be playing properly in no time!

How do I get the right notes out of my Saxophone?

When you’re struggling to get the right notes out of your saxophone, start by making sure you have the right grip on the instrument and that you’re using the correct embouchure (i.e. the position of your lips on the mouthpiece and your use of facial muscles to produce a sound). Then take some time to examine your instrument’s assembly.