Detail 01
Pixie size
Smaller body than a standard straight mute. Sits deeper in the bell for a tighter, more nasal, cutting sound.
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Humes & Berg112 Stonelined Pixie Straight Trumpet Mute
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Small straight mute for trumpet, Stonelined series. Pixie size makes it noticeably tighter and edgier than a standard straight mute.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players wanting a sharper, more compressed muted sound
- Trumpet parts calling specifically for a pixie mute
- Adding a second mute color alongside a standard straight
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- A first straight mute — a standard size is more versatile
- Players wanting soft, dark tone from a cup or bucket
- Anyone needing quiet practice volume
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.
Detail 02
Straight mute shape
Held in the bell by corks. Adds back pressure and typically pushes pitch sharp.
Detail 03
Stonelined interior
The lining tames harsh overtones so the sound stays focused instead of thin and buzzy.
Detail 04
Small interior volume
More resistance than a full-size straight. Sustained high passages take more air and more effort.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Corks need to grip your bell — check fit before relying on it in performance
- 02Pull the tuning slide slightly; pixie mutes push pitch sharp
- 03No bag included, and a small mute is easy to lose in a case
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the difference between a pixie and a regular straight mute?
The pixie is smaller and sits deeper in the bell. It gives a tighter, more compressed and nasal sound with more resistance.
02Is a pixie mute used with a plunger?
Pixie mutes are often played in the bell while a plunger works over the front, which is where the sound gets its character.
03Does it go sharp?
Yes, straight mutes usually raise pitch, and the small pixie body adds more resistance. Check with a tuner and adjust the slide.
04Should this be my only mute?
No. A standard straight mute covers far more parts. The pixie is a specific color you add once you already have the basics.
