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Straight mute
Cone shape with an open end. Thins the low end and pushes a nasal, edgy tone that projects.
Product detailSKU #1274115058546
Tom CrownBb Trumpet Straight Mute
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A straight mute for Bb trumpet. For players who need the standard notated mute sound in concert band, orchestra, or big band charts.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Concert band or orchestral parts marked con sordino
- Big band section work needing a bright, cutting mute
- Trumpeters building a first mute collection
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting a warm, distant sound — that's a cup mute
- Cornet or flugelhorn players; bell taper differs
- Anyone needing quiet practice — a mute is not a silencer
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
Bb trumpet fit
Sized for a standard trumpet bell throat. Not interchangeable with cornet, flugelhorn, or trombone mutes.
Detail 03
Cork-mounted
Corks hold it in the bell by friction. They compress with use and need occasional replacement.
Detail 04
$65.99
Sits above the entry-level student mute tier, where fit and intonation stability are usually the difference.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No case or bag included — mutes dent easily in a gig bag
- 02Check the corks seat evenly before playing; a rocking mute rattles
- 03Muted playing raises pitch — expect to adjust your tuning slide
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my cornet?
No. This is sized for a Bb trumpet bell. A cornet has a different bell taper and needs a cornet-specific mute.
02Does it make the trumpet quieter for apartment practice?
Not really. A straight mute changes tone more than volume. Practice mutes are the ones built to cut sound.
03Why does my trumpet play sharp with the mute in?
Straight mutes restrict the bell and push pitch up, especially in the low register. Pull the tuning slide out slightly.
04What do I do when the corks wear down?
Replacement mute cork is cheap and glues on. Replace before the mute starts rattling or falling out mid-piece.
