sshhmute trumpet/cornet straight mute

The Bremner ‘sshhtraight’ mute is made from the same hard-wearing ABS plastic used for the sshhmute and Whisper ranges.

This makes it very light with a warmer tone that contrasts with the metallic sound of other straight mutes. It is also free-blowing and stays perfectly in tune throughout the range.

Designed and manufactured by Bremner Music, New Zealand

Manufacturer’s website: sshhmute.com

Straight mutes are by far the most widely used mutes for brass. They are cone-shaped with three narrow corks to hold them in the bell. Sound emerges from the gaps between the corks. Straight mutes generally reduce low frequencies and accentuate high, giving a more nasal, reedy sound. Aluminium straight mutes have a brighter sound than those made of softer materials like plastic, fibre or wood.