Temperature/Humidity concerns.

[Blacksheep]

Hello,
I have a couple of questions here, so answers or advice to any is greatly appreciated.

Firstly, I recently purchased a thermometer/hygrometer, and have found 2 things, the temperature in my room varies between 20-23 degrees C, and the humidity is less than 25%, Im not sure what it is, because the meter only works above 25%. So I think I need a humidifier. Keep in my the room is quite small, maybe 8 X 9 feet, so what would be best for my situation? I dont think temperature is a concern at home...

Secondly, it's officially winter time. Having to drive at least an hour to lessons, what would be the bes way to make sure the bass does not get damaged from going from the heated 22 degree C indoors, to the -30 degree C outdoors? What would be the best way to accomodate the bass in this situation?

Any help appreciated.

[reedo35]

25% is too low, it should be between 35-45%. You can pick up a small vaporisor at Wal-mart or other such store for about 20$. also a Dampit wouldn't hurt.
As far as transporting it, a good padded case is a must for you.
For additional protection, when it's really cold, I put some towels or blankets across the top before I put it in the case.

[Bob Gollihur]

A good number of room humidifiers have a built-in humidistat-- you can set a humidity level and the unit will turn on/shut off automatically to maintain a minimum humidity level. I've picked up several for around $50. I have a medical condition that makes a decent humidity level desirable, so I have about four different units in the house and office.

This: http://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-HWM4...7306898&sr=1-1 is the one I have in my bass room these days, got it around this time last year and it is doing well, has a decent capacity, and there are mineral absorption pads that let you use tap water.

That one is the steam type, ideal also for bedrooms since the evaporative type uses a fan, which can disturb sleep as it cycles on and off. The steam types are closer to silent.

[drurb]

Maybe we can combine threads. See this recent one.