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Practice Mute Brass Mutes

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When you're looking for a mute that really lives up to its name, there's no better fit than a practice mute. Unlike other mutes that are designed to alter the sound of your brass instrument, these mutes actually make it nearly silent. That's why they're called practice mutes (or, sometimes, hotel mutes): being extremely quiet, they allow you to play nearly anywhere, anytime, without disrupting anyone around you or fatiguing your own ears. It's not an exaggeration to say that just about every player should consider owning a practice mute - as brass mutes go, it doesn't get any better than this for lowering the volume of an instrument.

Naturally, picking out the best practice mute for your needs will start with narrowing down the options based on the instrument you play. If you're a trumpeter, for instance, the Humes & Berg 132 Stonelined Sh! Sh! Practice Trumpet Mute, the Jo-Ral TPT-1P Trumpet Practice Mute and the Trumcor Super Stealth Trumpet Practice Mute are all great suggestions. And there are plenty of choices out there for other instruments as well, including a ton of top sellers like the Denis Wick DW5582 Tenor Trombone Travel Mute and the Humes & Berg 251 Stonelined Series Mannie Klein Sh! Sh! Baritone Horn and Euphonium Practice Mute.

Even if you're looking for something a bit on the exotic side, you can get your hands on it with mutes like the Balu Large Bell French Horn Practice Mute, which stands out in the lineup thanks to its unusual fiberglass-and-wood-veneer construction. All in all, what each player considers the best practice mute varies from one musician to the next, like it does with all other kinds of brass mutes. So it's entirely up to you to pick out your favorite brass practice mute from this section. Don't let that intimidate you, though: with all these fantastic mutes to choose from, it can be an easier process than you might expect!