The Original Dampit Viola Humidifier Green String Instrument Care Device
Why you'll like it
- Instrument Protection — Safely prevents wood cracking and warping caused by dry seasonal environments
- Dual Operation — Can remain safely inside your viola during practice or storage
- Secure Fit — Includes an anti-slip rubber O-ring to keep the tube from slipping through large F-holes
- Proven Design — Manufactured in the USA since 1966 using a flexible perforated tube and high-absorption sponge
Product details
Description
Protect your valuable wooden string instrument from climate damage with the Original Dampit Viola Humidifier. Invented in 1966 by professional violinist and composer Ralph Hollander, this trusted device is specifically designed to prevent cracking, splitting, and warping caused by dry environments.
Featuring a flexible, perforated rubber tube enclosing a high-absorption interior sponge, it safely regulates humidity levels from the inside out. The design allows the humidifier to remain securely inside your viola during storage or even while you play your music.
Each unit comes complete with an anti-slip rubber O-ring to prevent it from slipping through the F-hole openings, along with a handy humidity indicator gauge to help you monitor moisture levels continuously. Manufactured in the USA using durable, lasting materials, this essential accessory ensures your instrument maintains its structural integrity and optimal sound quality year-round.
How to use
- Soak the Dampit in a bowl or cup of water for about 20 seconds until the internal sponge expands.
- Pinch and wipe the tube so it is damp and clean, ensuring it is never dripping wet before insertion.
- Gently feed the tube through the lower eye of the instrument's F-hole using a soft twisting motion.
- Check the included humidity indicator or a case hydrometer regularly to know when re-moistening is needed.
Ingredients
Durable flexible rubber and plastic tube housing a high-absorption open-cell cellulose sponge
As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.
Specifications
| Brand | Dampit |
|---|---|
| Ships from | USA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai |
| Sold by | Dropy.in |
Ratings & reviews
From our customers
Top reviews first: highest rated, with photos first
- Rohan D.5 ★
handy for travel
carrying my viola around for gigs always made me paranoid about the weather changes, but keeping this little tube inside during transit gives me peace of mind. fits right through the f-hole without hassle.
- Swapnil K.5 ★
khup chaan ahe gadi
mala kharach mahit navhta he kase kaam krta pan kharedi kelyanantar waparayla sope vatle. aat madhe sponge aslyamule humidity control rahte ani instrument safe ahe ata.
- Ananya M.5 ★
worked better than expected
was super skeptical about shoving a wet sponge into my viola case but my teacher insisted. honestly turns out to be quite safe once you wring it out completely dry. helps maintain sound quality during dry months without any fuss.
- Priya S.4 ★
thik thak hai winter ke liye
winter me ghar ki hawa ekdum dry ho jati hai toh viola ke crack hone ka dar tha. youtube pe dekha tha toh order kiya. bas dhyan rakhna padta hai ki paani acche se nichod lo warna andar leak na ho jaye. o-ring ki wajah se andar nahi phisalta wo sahi hai.
FAQs
How to use a dampit for viola?
Soak the Dampit in water for 20 seconds until the sponge expands, wring it out so it is damp rather than dripping, and gently insert it through the instrument's F-hole using a twisting motion.
Can a dampit damage my instrument?
No, a Dampit is completely safe for your viola as long as you wring out excess water thoroughly before insertion so it never drips inside the wood body.
How long to soak a dampit?
You should soak your Dampit in clean water for approximately 20 seconds until the high-absorption internal sponge fully expands.
Are these authentic USA-imported Dampit humidifiers available in India?
Yes, Dropy sources 100 percent authentic USA-imported Dampit humidifiers directly to ensure your instrument receives genuine protection.
Can you use a Dampit while playing your instrument?
Yes, the flexible tube and secure rubber collar design allow you to keep the humidifier inside your viola while actively playing.
How long will delivery take?
Most orders arrive in 15–20 days: we source each product directly from the USA, check it at our Navi Mumbai warehouse and pack it on video. Items marked Dropy Express ship from our India warehouse and arrive in 3–5 days.
Is cash on delivery available?
Full cash on delivery is available all over India on Dropy Express items. For other orders from ₹2,499 to ₹15,000 you can use Partial COD: pay 25% online now and the rest in cash on delivery.
Are your products genuine?
Yes. Every product is 100% authentic, sourced directly from the USA, quality-checked and packed on video at our Navi Mumbai warehouse.
What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
Write to us at [email protected] as soon as it arrives. Damaged, wrong or not as described, our Buyer Protection gives you a full refund. The details are in our Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Is delivery free?
Delivery is free on orders from ₹1,499. Below that a ₹79 delivery fee applies.