Denis Wick trumpet straight mute (red)

Manufacturer’s description:

‘Denis Wick's top-selling hand-spun aluminum trumpet straight mute is now available with a durable, red coating.

‘On top of the impeccable tuning and resonance of the original mute it provides extra focus and projection to your sound.’

Replacement cork set: click here.

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.

Also available in the Denis Wick trumpet mute range:

* Other models: 5504B (brass bottom); 5504C (copper bottom); 5504R (red); 5514 (pianissimo)

Manufacturer’s website: deniswick.com