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Straight mute
The default mute type. When a part says only "mute," this is what is being asked for.
Product detailSKU #1274228080832
Denis WickWooden French Horn Straight Mute
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A wooden straight mute for French horn from Denis Wick. For horn players who need a standard muted sound in orchestral and band repertoire.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Orchestral and wind band parts marked simply "mute" or "con sordino"
- Horn players wanting a rounder muted tone than metal gives
- Section players matching a warmer, less strident mute color
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players needing a bright, cutting metallic mute edge
- Anyone looking for a practice mute to play quietly at home
- Stopped-horn passages, which are done with the hand instead
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Wooden body
Wood absorbs more high overtones than aluminum, giving a warmer, less nasal muted tone.
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Cork-mounted design
It sits in the bell on corks. Fit depends on your bell throat, so it can seat deeper or shallower than a bandmate's.
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French horn specific
Sized for a horn bell only. Trumpet or trombone straight mutes will not seat correctly.
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Professional-grade pricing
Priced above student mutes because of the wood construction and intonation control, not extra features.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01A mute changes intonation — expect to adjust pitch, especially in the upper register
- 02Corks compress over time and may need sanding or replacement for a snug fit
- 03No case or bag included; a mute bag protects the corks in a gig bag
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my horn?
It is built for standard French horn bells and seats on corks. Bell throats vary slightly, so the depth it sits at will differ between horns.
02Is a wooden mute better than metal?
Different, not better. Wood gives a warmer, more blended muted sound; metal is brighter and more cutting.
03Can I use it as a practice mute?
No. A straight mute changes tone color but is not designed to reduce volume for quiet practice.
04Does it affect tuning?
Yes. All horn mutes shift pitch. Plan to compensate with your slide and embouchure, particularly on high notes.
