Detail 01
Cup mute
The cup over the bell rolls off the top end, giving a softer, more covered sound than a straight mute.
Product detailSKU #1274115036054
Humes & Berg152 Tenor Trombone Cup Mute
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A cup mute for tenor trombone. Standard section gear for big band and pit book parts that call for cup.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Big band and jazz ensemble charts marked cup
- Pit orchestra players who need a mute for one number
- Students building a first set of trombone mutes
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Bass trombone players, whose larger bell needs its own size
- Anyone needing a straight, harmon or plunger sound
- Trumpet or French horn players
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
Tenor trombone fit
Sized to a tenor bell. It will not seat correctly in a bass trombone or a small-bore alto.
Detail 03
Cork-seated design
Corks hold it in the bell by friction. Seating depth changes both pitch and how much sound gets out.
Detail 04
One-piece cup
The cup gap is fixed rather than adjustable, so the tone is consistent but you cannot dial it in.
Detail 05
Under 40 dollars
Cheap enough to keep as a spare in the case rather than the only cup mute you own.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Bell sizes vary. Test the fit before a gig so it does not drop out.
- 02Mutes push pitch sharp. Expect to pull the tuning slide.
- 03No bag or pouch comes with it.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this fit a bass trombone?
No. It is built for a tenor bell. A bass trombone bell is wider and needs a bass-size cup mute.
02Will it change my intonation?
Yes. Mutes generally push the horn sharp, more so in the upper register. Pull the slide out and check pitch with the mute in.
03What is the difference between this and a straight mute?
The cup covers the bell, so highs come off and the sound is softer and darker. A straight mute stays brighter and more cutting.
04The mute keeps falling out. What do I do?
The corks need a snug fit against your bell. Seat it with a slight twist, and sand or replace worn corks once they compress.
