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Valves
How many valves does a trumpet have
The trumpet has 3 valves that alter the pitch within a harmonic series of the instrument. This is due to each valve having a different length of tubin...
Trumpet valve sticking even after oiling
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 a...
How to tell trumpet valves apart
Are trumpet valves numbered?Are all trumpet valves the same?Are trumpet valves interchangeable?How do I identify a trumpet?Are trumpet valves numbered...
How to change pitch trumpet
A trumpet player can change pitches changing the position of his lips on the mouthpiece or pushing down one or more or the valves. When he pushes down...
What can I do to address valves getting stuck on a trumpet?
Why are my valves getting stuck?Why are my valves getting stuck?Stuck valves are usually caused by a build-up of deposits and/orcorrosion on the valve...
How should tuba valve springs of different size be reassembled?
The action is probably intended to be the same across all the valves, so a heavier valve will need a bigger spring to compensate and make it feel the ...
Importance of valves in piping system
The Purpose of Valves In a general sense, valves restrict, stop, or control the flow of fluid through a piping system. More specifically, a system of ...
What are valves in the heart
The valves prevent the backward flow of blood. These valves are actual flaps that are located on each end of the two ventricles (lower chambers of the...
Marshall amp valve replacement
How long do Marshall valves last?What is the valve on a Marshall amp?How often should I change the valves in my amp?How do I know if my amp valve is b...