Detail 01
Bucket mute
Sits over the bell mouth rather than in the throat, so it darkens tone without adding much back pressure.
Product detailSKU #1274115036118
Humes & Berg158 Trombone Velvet Tone Bucket Mute 7-1/2" Bell
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A bucket mute for tenor trombone with a 7-1/2" bell. For players who need the soft, distant sound written into big band and pit charts.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Big band charts that call for bucket or velvet tone
- Pit and show work where you swap mutes quickly
- Section playing that needs volume down without pitch change
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting a bright, edgy cup or Harmon sound
- Horns with bells much larger or smaller than 7-1/2"
- Anyone needing a practice mute for quiet home playing
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
7-1/2 in. bell fit
Sized to one bell diameter. Measure your bell across the rim before ordering; a loose fit rattles or falls.
Detail 03
Velvet tone design
Absorbs high overtones. Attacks soften and the horn sounds farther away rather than pinched.
Detail 04
Tenor trombone size
Built for tenor bells. It will not seat correctly on bass trombone or euphonium.
Detail 05
$29.99
Entry-level pricing for a mute you will mostly use on a handful of chart markings.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your bell rim first — 7-1/2" is the only size here
- 02No case or storage bag; mutes get crushed in a gig bag
- 03Intonation stays close to open, but check your tuning anyway
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my trombone?
It is made for a 7-1/2 inch bell. Measure straight across your bell rim. Many student and intermediate tenor trombones land near this size, but confirm before buying.
02Does a bucket mute change my tuning?
Much less than a straight or cup mute. It covers the bell opening instead of plugging the throat, so pitch and resistance stay close to playing open.
03Can I practice quietly with this?
No. It softens and darkens the sound but does not cut volume enough for apartment practice. Use a dedicated practice mute for that.
04Will it fit a bass trombone?
No. It is sized for tenor trombone bells. A bass bell is larger and the mute will not seat properly.
