Instrument Maintenance
Everything published on Viyolens under Instrument Maintenance — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
How to Set Up and Use Tenor Banjo
A properly set-up tenor banjo plays and sounds like a different instrument from one that has not been adjusted — here is how to go through the full setup process from strings to intonation.
Common Musical Instruments Mistakes to Avoid
Most problems with musical instruments come down to avoidable habits established early on. Recognise these common mistakes now, and you will save yourself a great deal of frustration later.
The Complete Guide to Polishing A Guitar
Polishing a guitar maintains its appearance and protects the finish from oxidation and damage. Follow simple techniques to keep your instrument looking beautiful.
Common Brass Mistakes to Avoid
The small handful of recurring errors that trip up brass instrument players, grouped by playing, maintenance and long-term practice.
Tuning Slide for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Feeling nervous about your brass instrument's tuning slide? This beginner's guide walks you through everything you need to know to get started.
Guitar Strings Cleaner for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Dirty strings lose their tone and die prematurely. A guitar strings cleaner is an affordable way to extend string life and keep your guitar sounding fresh.
The Complete Guide to Neck Fender Telecaster
The Fender Telecaster neck determines your instrument's playing feel and tonal character. This guide covers profiles, materials, setup and maintenance for players seeking better playability.
The Complete Guide to Martin 12 String Strings
Martin 12-string strings are engineered specifically for 12-string guitars, balancing brightness, warmth, and tuning stability. Discover which gauge and material suit your playing style.
The Complete Guide to Guitar Tuning Notes
Understanding guitar tuning notes is the foundation of learning guitar. This guide explains standard tuning, each string's pitch, and how to tune accurately.
Trumpet Slide: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A practical guide to purchasing trumpet slides, covering materials, bore compatibility, used slide inspection, price tiers, and common buying errors.
Slide Grease for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Slide grease maintains smooth operation in brass instruments. This beginner guide covers how to apply it properly, types to use, reapplication timing, and common concerns.
Oboe Instrument: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Everything worth knowing before you buy an oboe, from choosing the right material to the running costs nobody mentions at the till.
Everything You Need to Know About Prs Fretboard Conditioner
Fretboard conditioning keeps your guitar's neck nourished and protected. This guide covers types, application and best practices for fretboard maintenance.
Everything You Need to Know About Flatwound Electric Bass Strings
Flatwound strings feature a flat wire wrap that creates smooth tone and gentle playability. From jazz upright bass to vintage blues guitar, flatwound strings offer warmth and durability—but at a premi...
Common Koto Mistakes to Avoid
The koto asks for a particular kind of patience — here are the mistakes that most often get in the way of it, told kindly.
Humidifying Guitar: A Complete Guide
Humidity changes damage acoustic guitars. A guitar humidifier maintains optimal moisture levels, preventing costly repairs from wood shrinking or swelling.
Instrument Tool Storage: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Setting up a instrument tool storage for instrument maintenance? This guide covers essential tools, budget tiers, quality considerations, and how to avoid buying tools you'll never use.
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Baritone
Browse baritone instruments with a warm brass-band sound, ideal for concert, ensemble and solo playing.
Brass
Shop brass instruments for band, orchestra and jazz, from trumpets and cornets to low brass essentials.
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Cork Grease
Cork grease helps wind instruments assemble smoothly, protects cork joints and supports everyday maintenance.
Musical Instruments
Browse musical instruments for home practice, studio production and live performance across a wide range of gear.
Oboe Instrument
An oboe instrument suits players seeking focused tone, expressive control and a respected orchestral woodwind voice.
Piccolo Instrument
Choose a piccolo instrument for a bright, agile sound that works well in orchestral, band and solo settings.
Sousaphone
Bold, resonant and made for movement, the sousaphone delivers strong bass support outdoors.
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Tin Whistle
Tin whistles are bright, portable folk instruments ideal for beginners, sessions and traditional music players.
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