Trombone mute types

The most common types of mutes are the Straight Mute, Cup Mute, Harmon Mute, Plunger Mute, Bucket Mute, and Silencer or Practice Mute.

1. What are the different types of trombone mutes?
2. Can trombones be muted?
3. What is a trombone practice mute?

What are the different types of trombone mutes?

Brass Instrument Mute Types

• Straight Mute. Construction Materials: Cardboard, aluminum (sometimes with a copper bottom), wood. ...
• Cup Mute. Construction Materials: Cardboard. ...
• Harmon (aka “wah-wah” or “wow-wow”) Mute. Construction Materials: Aluminum. ...
• Plunger Mute. ...
• Bucket Mute. ...
• Other Types of Brass Instrument Mutes.

Can trombones be muted?

A mute is a device attached to a musical instrument which changes the instrument's tone quality (timbre) or lowers its volume. Mutes are commonly used on string and brass instruments, especially the trumpet and trombone, and are occasionally used on woodwinds.

What is a trombone practice mute?

Whatever standard you are, a practice mute is an essential accessory for all brass musicians. The aim of a practice mute is to silence the instrument as much as possible whilst also maintaining accurate pitch and resistance. ... This means you can cater the mute to best suit you.