Detail 01
Large bore sizing
Sized to seat in a large-bore bass trombone bell. Fit in a smaller bell is not guaranteed.
Product detailSKU #1274115036073
Humes & BergStonelined Series Bass Trombone Straight Mute 198 Bass Trombone - Large Bore
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Straight mute for bass trombone with a large bore. Stonelined fiber construction. For players who need a standard straight mute for large-bore horns.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Bass trombonists playing orchestral or big band parts calling for straight mute
- Players with a large-bore horn a tenor mute won't seat in
- Doubling trombonists who need a dedicated bass trombone mute
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Tenor trombone players — bell and bore sizing won't fit
- Anyone wanting a cup, harmon, or plunger sound
- Players needing a tuning slide to adjust pitch
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
The cone shape gives the bright, edgy, cutting tone written as 'straight mute' in most parts.
Detail 03
Stonelined fiber body
Fiber shell with an interior lining, lighter than metal and less prone to denting a bell than aluminum.
Detail 04
Cork seating
Corks hold the mute in the bell. They compress over time and change how far the mute sits in.
Detail 05
Non-tunable design
No adjustable slide, so you correct any pitch shift with your slide and embouchure.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your bell throat size — large bore fit is not universal across bass trombones
- 02No case or bag included
- 03Corks can need sanding or building up for a snug seat
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my tenor trombone?
It is built for large-bore bass trombone bells. On a tenor it will likely sit too shallow or fall out. Use a tenor-sized straight mute instead.
02Does it sharpen the pitch?
Straight mutes generally push pitch sharp, more in the upper register. This one is not tunable, so you adjust with the slide.
03Is it made of metal?
No. It is a stonelined fiber mute, not aluminum or copper.
04How do I keep it from falling out?
Make sure the corks are clean and not compressed flat. If they have worn down, they can be built up or replaced.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Large Bore
