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Stop mute (not straight or practice)
Reproduces the closed, pinched stopped-horn sound. It does not just lower volume like a straight mute.
Product detailSKU #1274115036088
Humes & Berg119 French Horn Stop Mute
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Stop mute for French horn, hand-held into the bell for the stopped-horn effect. For horn players working orchestral and band parts that call for it.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Orchestral horn parts marked with the stopped-horn symbol
- Players whose right hand can't fully stop the bell
- Keeping stopped pitch consistent across a long passage
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting a quiet practice mute — this is not one
- Trumpet, trombone or any other brass instrument
- Anyone needing a straight mute for general muted passages
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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Humes & Berg 119
The model number is how horn players and teachers refer to it, so it's easy to match to a part list.
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Hand-held design
Goes in and out of the bell between passages, so you need the bars of rest to insert and remove it.
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Under $60
Sits at the accessible end of horn mutes, so it's a reasonable first stop mute for a student.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Stop mutes shift pitch — expect to transpose or adjust as your teacher directs
- 02Check bell throat fit; horn bells vary and a loose mute rattles
- 03Sold as the mute alone, no bag or case
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use this instead of stopping with my hand?
Yes, that's the point. It gives the stopped-horn sound without relying on hand position, which helps players with smaller hands or on large bell throats.
02Will this let me practice quietly?
No. A stop mute is a tone-color device for stopped passages. For quiet practice you need a dedicated practice mute.
03Does it fit any French horn?
It's built for standard horn bell throats. Bell dimensions vary between makers, so check the fit — it should seat snugly without forcing.
04Does it affect intonation?
Yes. Stopping raises pitch on the horn, which is normal and expected. You compensate with fingering or the stopping valve if your horn has one.
