84% Reed Humidifier Pack - Onstage use
84% Reed Humidifier Pack - Onstage use
Ever go onstage with a bunch of reeds, just in case? Ever need to actually use one of those reeds and have it be dry, warped, or waterlogged?
Fuggedaboudit. Now, with this 84% RH Humidifier Pack your reeds will be in perfect, ready-to-play condition.
Its two-way humidity control keeps your reeds at a constant 84% humidity, so your environment is too humid, it will will remove humidity, and if it's too dry, it'll add it back, automatically.
It's perfect for auxiliary clarinet reeds during rehearsals and concerts — just put the whole mouthpiece in a heavyweight zipper bag along with the extra reeds you need. And when you're done, just keep the pack sealed inside the bag. It'll last for up to 4 months!
Comes in a sealed pouch for freshness.
How does it work? Read on for the pseudo-science:
2-way humidity control works by continually responding and adjusting to ambient temperature and humidity by either adding or removing moisture to regulate a pre-determined Rh (relative humidity). The control device must change behavior as shifting conditions require. For instance, 2-way moisture control responds to shifting ambient conditions to provide only the right amount of moisture.
There are numerous commercial products on the market that only provide 1-way control, meaning they'll give off moisture (humidifier) or absorb moisture (desiccant). Neither of them have the ability to regulate. A humidifier (sponge, gel, beads, crystals, silica, wet paper towels) all add moisture to a container, even if it's already too high. A desiccant removes all moisture. Those conditions are damaging unless you need very high humidity or none at all. These pouches are based on the scientific principle that certain salts mixed with water will naturally regulate a specific Rh.
And there you have it. Your reeds don't care; they'll just be happy.
I haven't had a chance to use mine, yet, and am giving two to my fellow symphony clarinetists! Know we will love them!
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