cleaning
Wed, 06/13/2018 - 02:44
Hi Kinya,
Do you have any videos on cleaning the harmonica?
Also is it safe to put my harmonica under running water for a quick cleaning?
Thanks,
David Weiss
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Hi Daid,
If the harmonica has a plastic comb, a quick dunk or rinse out under a faucet is no problem.
If the harp has a wood comb you are taking a risk, even if the comb is well sealed.
If you use the search tool on this website for "cleaning harmonicas" and "ultrasonic cleaner" you will find some useful posts. I am not sure yet about videos (still looking myself)
My advice - with the ultrssonic cleaner, it's hard to go wrong as long as the comb is plastic and you use a small amount of mild cleaner ( my favorite is hypo-allergenic unscented dish soap )
Don't use harsh cleaners (kaboom or other industrial strength cleaners) in the ultrasonic cleaner - if you do use them, do it in a small tray for a very short period of time, and rinse very thoroughly before moving on to the ultrasonic cleaner
I hope this is useful...
Richard