Every musician has heard horror stories: Cracked finishes, warped necks, loose glue joints, sharp fret edges, or even collapsed tops. It often feels like the instrument has fallen victim to some mysterious force. Thankfully, it's not mischievous gremlins lurking in the dark – just less than ideal humidity. Wooden instruments are sensitive to their environment and remain stable when stored within an ideal humidity range of 40% to 60% at room temperature. Maintaining that balance is simple with solutions like the Boveda B49%-HA – a reliable, low-maintenance humidifier that protects the instrument without hassle or high cost.
Boveda uses the natural process of osmosis to maintain the ideal humidity level. Inside each B49%-HA pack is a specialised salt solution that automatically balances moisture – absorbing excess humidity when the air is too damp and releasing it when conditions are too dry. This helps keep the humidity level between 40% and 60%. This simple, self-regulating system offers hassle-free protection for instruments. Just place the pack inside the instrument case, ensuring it's not pressing against anything, and it will maintain stable humidity for up to three months. When the pack hardens, it is simply replaced. Regardless of the season – whether dry indoor heating or summer heat – Boveda keeps instruments consistently and reliably protected.
The Boveda 4-Pack Size 70 is designed for all wooden instruments – from ukuleles to double basses – offering reliable humidity control across a wide range of sizes. For added safety, the packs should always be used with a Boveda sleeve, which prevents potential leaks in the rare event of breakage and protects the instrument's finish from direct contact damage. This set includes four Boveda B49%-HA packs, ideal for refilling existing starter kits and ensuring continuous protection of any instrument.
Since 1997, Boveda has been a leader in humidity control solutions. The company was built on the innovations of Dr. Al Saari, who developed a unique salt solution, and packaging expert Robert Esse. Their pioneering efforts have resulted in patented packs that provide reliable humidity regulation for a variety of products, from cigars to musical instruments. Anything requiring specific humidity protection benefits from Boveda's solutions. Designed as sustainable and intelligent tools, Boveda packs are a simple yet effective way to maintain precise humidity levels, safeguarding items from the adverse effects of excess moisture or dryness.
The Boveda 4-Pack Size 70 is a smart, reliable solution for protecting wooden instruments. Designed around a completely sustainable approach, each pack contains only water and food-grade salt in a precise ratio – no harsh chemicals, no gimmicks. This ensures long-term stability, helping keep instruments in optimum condition while reducing the risk of costly repairs. The High Absorbency kit is designed for environments with humidity levels consistently above 60%, while the standard version is recommended for lower humidity. It's important not to use Boveda packs alongside other humidity control products, as this can disrupt the self-regulating process. Simple, effective, and affordable, Boveda offers a dependable way to safeguard instruments from humidity-related damage