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Cup mute
The cup over the bell absorbs highs, giving a soft, veiled tone rather than the buzzy edge of a straight mute.
Product detailSKU #1274115036158
Humes & Berg104 Trumpet Mic-A-Mute Cup Mute
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A trumpet cup mute for players who need the soft, rounded section sound big band and combo charts call for. Straightforward, inexpensive, standard equipment.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Big band trumpet players covering cup-mute markings in charts
- Section work where all horns need matching muted color
- A first mute after the straight mute
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players needing a bright, cutting straight-mute sound
- Anyone wanting near-silent practice — a cup mute stays loud
- Flugelhorn or cornet players; bell taper differs
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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Trumpet-specific sizing
Corks are cut for a trumpet bell throat. It will not seat correctly in a cornet or flugelhorn.
Detail 03
Model 104
A single fixed size and shape, so the muted color is consistent rather than adjustable to taste.
Detail 04
$34.99
Entry-tier pricing. Fine for section and student use; boutique mutes cost several times more.
Detail 05
Cork-mounted
Corks wear and compress over time. A loose mute rattles or falls out mid-tune and needs re-corking.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No case, bag, or mute stand included
- 02Test the fit — bell throats vary between trumpet makers
- 03Muted playing shifts intonation slightly; expect to adjust with your slide
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my cornet?
No. It is cut for a trumpet bell. Cornet and flugelhorn bells have a different taper, so the corks will not seat properly.
02Is a cup mute quiet enough for apartment practice?
No. It softens and darkens the sound but does not reduce volume much. You want a practice mute for that.
03How is this different from a straight mute?
A straight mute is bright and edgy. The cup covers the bell opening and rolls off the highs, giving a softer, more distant tone.
04What do I do if it keeps falling out?
The corks have compressed or worn. Replacement cork strips are cheap, or build up the existing corks so the mute grips again.
