Hetman® Musical Instrument Lubricants achieve the the optimum balance between quick action and protection of vital components. Hetman® lubricants are formulated in special viscosity grades that meet the individual requirements of the artist and suit the particular character of his/her instrument. Performers are afforded the feel and confidence of smooth, consistent action, while the longevity of their treasured instrument is prolonged by the unique formulation of each lubricant.
The advanced technology employed in the formulation of Hetman® lubricants
allows superior performance and protection to be realized immediately upon
application. No special pre-cleaning is required
because of the lubricants' total compatibility with conventional oils.
The unique formulation of Hetman® Professional Musical Instrument Lubricants
provides unprecedented levels of both performance and protection.
Currently, we are offering a 20% discount on all Hetman® products.
| Lubricant Name | Recommended Useage | List Price* |
|---|---|---|
| Light Piston | A Piston Valve lubricant formulated especially for new instruments with "tight" valves. We recommend this for Schilke and Willson brands especially. 2 oz (60 ml). | $6.50 |
| Piston | The all-around Piston Valve lubricant. This is the standard we recommend and use in our shop. Recommended especially for Bach and Yamaha. 2 oz (60 ml). | $6.50 |
| Classic Piston | This Piston Valve lubricant is specially formulated for older, worn valves. Practically a repair kit in a bottle, this oil can seal leaking valves and provide for better response than you've received from your instrument in years. Recommended especially for older Bachs. 2 oz (60 ml). | $6.50 |
| Light Piston | A Piston Valve lubricant formulated especially for new instruments with "tight" valves. We recommend this for Schilke and Willson brands especially. Now in Studio Size! 6 oz (180 ml). | $16.95 |
| Piston | The all-around Piston Valve lubricant. This is the standard we recommend and use in our shop. Recommended especially for Bach and Yamaha. Now in Studio Size! 6 oz (180 ml). | $16.95 |
| Classic Piston | This Piston Valve lubricant is specially formulated for older, worn valves. Practically a repair kit in a bottle, this oil can seal leaking valves and provide for better response than you've received from your instrument in years. Recommended especially for older Bachs. Now in Studio Size! 6 oz (180 ml). | $16.95 |
| Light Tuning Slide Oil | Designed for trumpet 1st & 3rd valve slides, but of a lighter viscosity, allowing quicker movement or compensating for longer slide length. Recommended for tight trumpet slides or tuba slides that are adjusted during play. (25 ml). | $5.95 |
| Tuning Slide Oil | Designed especially for trumpet 1st & 3rd valve slides. We love this oil! Recommended for all trumpet 1st & 3rd valve slides. (25 ml). | $5.95 |
| Heavy Tuning Slide Oil | A heavier version of the tuning slide oil designed for looser or more worn slides. Also good for those long, tight french horn valve slides. (25 ml). | $5.95 |
| Heavy-Bodied Slide | This is your basic slide grease only better! Will not cake-up or bunch at slide tube ends. Provides protection and smooth action that lasts longer than anything else we've tried. Perfect for tuning slides on all brass instruments. (25 ml). | $5.95 |
| Slide Grease | For players who prefer a more traditional "grease" feel. This is heavier consistency designed to keep slides airtight and in place. (10 cc). | $3.95 |
| Ultra Slide Grease | Wow! A slide grease designed to help keep those loose fitting slides in place. Perfect for vintage instruments. This tacky synthetic grease resists breakdown by water and lubricating oils. (10 cc). | $3.95 |
| Musical Instrument Grease | This has no equal! This synthetic grease comes in a syringe-like applicator and is perfect for all threaded parts of your instrument. Use it on your valve caps so that they never become stuck again and turn with a smooth, easy motion. Perfect for screw bells. Keep valve stems from seizing. Also perfect for woodwind pivot screws, neck screws, and hinges. (10 cc). | $6.50 |
| Light Rotor | Designed for brand new horns with "tight" rotors. Use on the sides of the rotor, applying through the valve slide. (25 ml). | $6.50 |
| Rotor | The all-around Rotor oil. Use on the sides of the rotor, applying through the valve slide. This is what we use in our shop everyday and recommend to most horn players, trombonists, and tuba players. (25 ml). | $6.50 |
| Light Bearing | A lighter version of the Bearing & Linkage oil, we recommend this oil only to people who have tried the B&L oil and found it too heavy. Generally speaking, some brand new french horns with "finicky" valves. Apply to the back of the bearing plate (under rotor cap) and to the spindle under the stop arm. (25 ml). | $6.50 |
| Bearing & Linkage | The basic rotor oil companion. Recommended for all rotor valves except those that require the Light Bearing above. Apply to the back of the bearing plate (under rotor cap) and to the spindle under the stop arm. (25 ml). | $6.50 |
| Ball Joint | Recommended for tuba players with mechanical linkage or for trombone players with especially "clanky" triggers. Apply to all moving parts of the valve linkage. (Note: if you have string linkage, this is not for you.) (25 ml). | $6.50 |
| Light Key | Made for woodwind instruments with close tolerance action. Frees sticking keys by penetrating into hinge tubes. We recommend this only to people who have tried the medium key oil and found it sluggish. (25 ml). | $6.50 |
| Medium Key | Made for woodwind instruments with average action. Recommended for most woodwinds. Frees sticking keys by penetrating into hinge tubes. (25 ml). | $6.50 |
| Heavy Key | Made for woodwind instruments with worn action. Can return that smooth responsive feel to older instruments and dampen sympathic vibrations. Frees sticking keys by penetrating into hinge tubes. We recommend this only to people who have tried the medium key oil and found it lacking. (25 ml). | $6.50 |
| Cork | A long-lasting cork lubricant that preserves the cork while lubricating it. Does not build-up or become "cakey." Recommended for all tenons joints. Also great for neck and ligature screws! (25 ml). | $6.50 |
| Bore & Pad | A synthetic fluid-type conditioner for wood and leather. Penetrates grenadilla wood and guards against extremes in humidity. Prevents pads from sticking by preserving the leather's soft, supple, like-new condition. (25 ml). | $6.50 |
Prices are subject to change without notice.