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What does a practice mute do?
Many people use this as a practice mute in an apartment or a practice room when they do not want to disturb other people around them. The mute is made out of black rubber, but instead of hooking onto the strings, it fits entirely over the bridge.
Do trombones have a mute?
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.
Are practice mutes bad?
Practice Mutes have become accepted as a necessary evil for brass players. They are not an ideal way of preparing yourself, however there are times where we all accept that you just need to practice or warm-up quietly.
