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Bucket type
Sits over the bell rather than inside it, so airflow is unrestricted and the tone darkens without the back pressure of a straight mute.
Product detailSKU #1274115036152
Humes & Berg160 Tenor Trombone Bucket Mute 8 in.
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
An 8-inch bucket mute for tenor trombone. Clips to the bell rim for a soft, dark sound in section playing.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Big band trombone sections needing a warm, blended pad
- Recording sessions where a straight mute sounds too edgy
- Pit and show work with written bucket mute parts
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players needing bright projection or a cutting solo voice
- Bass trombone — 8 inches is sized for a tenor bell
- Anyone wanting a quick in-and-out change mid-phrase
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
8 in. size
Matches typical tenor trombone bell diameters. Too small a bucket will not clip; too large will sit loose.
Detail 03
Clip-on mounting
Attaches to the bell rim instead of using corks, so it can be flipped on and off without seating it.
Detail 04
Tenor trombone fit
Bass trombone bells run wider and need a larger bucket. This one is not a substitute.
Detail 05
$35.99
Budget tier. Fine for a first bucket mute or a spare for the gig bag.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your bell diameter before ordering — 8 inches is not universal
- 02Clips can loosen with use; check the grip before a performance
- 03Bucket mutes take more case space than straight mutes
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will it fit a bass trombone?
No. This is sized for tenor trombone bells. Bass trombone bells are wider and need a larger bucket.
02How is it different from a straight mute?
It clips over the bell instead of inserting into it, giving a softer, darker sound with less back pressure and less pitch change.
03How do I know if 8 inches is right?
Measure the outside diameter of your bell. Most tenor trombone bells fall in this range, but large-bore horns can run bigger.
04Can I change to it quickly?
Clipping on is fast once you have practiced it, but it is slower than dropping in a straight mute. Plan a few bars of rest.
