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Straight mute
The default mute in written parts. It brightens and focuses the sound rather than reducing volume.
Product detailSKU #1274319726531
Jo-Ral1A Tenor Trombone Straight Mute
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Straight mute for tenor trombone. Standard equipment for orchestral, big band, and pit players who need the bright, cutting muted sound scored in parts.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Orchestral and pit parts marked con sordino
- Big band section work where the chart calls for straight mutes
- Students building a first mute for school ensemble playing
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Bass trombone players — the taper is cut for tenor bells
- Anyone wanting quiet practice; this projects
- Players needing cup, harmon, or plunger colors for a specific chart
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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Tenor trombone sizing
Cut for the tenor bell throat. Bass bells are wider, so it will seat too deep or drop out of one.
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Cork mounting
Three corks hold it in the bell. Fit varies by horn and corks compress with use — expect to shim or replace eventually.
Detail 04
Under $70
Sits at the low end for a metal straight mute, which is the price bracket most school and doubling players buy in.
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Handled sound in the section
A section using mismatched mutes will not blend. Matching what your section already plays matters more than the brand.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your bell — mute seating differs between makers and student vs pro horns
- 02Mute only; no bag, cloth, or spare corks
- 03Straight mutes run sharp; check intonation before rehearsal, not during
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this work on a bass trombone?
No. Bass bells are wider, so a tenor mute seats too deep and the fit will not hold. Get a mute cut for bass trombone.
02Is this the mute my school band part is asking for?
If the part says mute, muted, or con sordino with no other instruction, a straight mute is the default. Cup, harmon, and plunger are always named specifically.
03Can I practice quietly with it?
No. A straight mute is a tone-color change and still carries. For volume reduction you need a practice mute.
04Why does it fall out of my bell?
Compressed or dirty corks. Clean them, and if the mute sits deeper than when new, build the corks up with cork tape or have them replaced.
