Denis Wick piccolo trumpet practice mute

Manufacturer’s description:

‘Most practice mutes are infamous for their deficiencies in pitch, intonation and excessive resistance. Through careful design, Wick has created a practice mute that stops nearly all sound while retaining a stable pitch, accurate intonation and the ideal level of resistance. Whether they are being used in teaching or practicing, Wick practice mutes can bring the sound to the edge of silence.’

Practice mutes have a similar conical design to straight mutes but with a solid cork bell seal to block off the sound. Air flow is greatly reduced and escapes almost silently through a small hole in the body of the mute. They are used for warming up and practising without disturbing the peace.

Also available in the Denis Wick trumpet mute range:

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

Manufacturer’s website: deniswick.com