Rico Pad Guard for Alto Saxophones

Rico by D'Addario Alto Saxophone Pad Guard (RPADGASX01)

Keep your keys working smoothly and defend your instrument against the silent killer of delicate woodwind pads—trapped moisture. The Rico by D'Addario RPADGASX01 is a premium alto saxophone pad guard specifically engineered to pull residual condensation out of your instrument immediately after playing. By sliding cleanly into the body tube of your instrument during storage, this soft saver completely wicks away interior dampness with minimal residue, preventing expensive pad rot, leather hardening, and costly emergency repairs.

Key Features

• Custom Alto Sax Profile: Meticulously sized and tapered to fit the unique internal dimensions of standard alto saxophones, ensuring complete coverage through the main body tube.
• Advanced Fiber Wicking: Constructed with soft, highly absorbent premium fibers that draw damaging moisture away from leather pads and tone holes instantly.
• Prevents Sticky & Rotten Pads: Actively neutralizes damp environments during storage to eliminate sticky keys, pad degradation, and premature leather splitting.
• Zero Mess, Minimal Residue: Specially designed to collect and trap condensation within the fibers without shedding lint, leaving messy debris, or scratching your horn's interior finish.
• Effortless Post-Gig Maintenance: Features an easy-to-use flexible design that lets you protect your horn in seconds before packing it into your case.
• The Trusted Rico Legacy: Backed by decades of professional wind accessory manufacturing, ensuring reliable protection that touring and student musicians trust.

Specifications

Stop letting trapped moisture ruin expensive leather pads or cause frustrating sticky keys right before a performance. Slide on industrial-grade moisture protection that keeps your woodwind in mint playing condition.

Click Add to Cart now to safeguard your alto saxophone today!