New from Denis Wick - a new compact ultra-light in-bell mute for the trombone. This mute is perfect for the busy player who needs a mute that stores easily within the bell of the trombone without protruding and fits easily in gig-bags and cases. By storing it in the bell it actually strengthens the instrument from the inside thus helping protect it from knocks when stored in the gig-bag. It is free-blowing and resonant but very soft indeed making it perfect for both warming-up and for serious practice. The response is very even from pedal tones to the top of the range. It has excellent intonation in every register and is the most in-tune compact mute available. You will not disturb the neighbours when practising with this mute! It is finished with an internal cork damper and has thick high-quality neoprene pads that give a secure grip and dampen the sound to a barely audible tone. It emits approximately 5db less sound than comparable practice and ˜silent mutes. It is perfect for near-silent practice at home for use in hotel rooms or for quietly warming-up without disturbing fellow musicians. This new travel mute is the most in-tune of any compact in-bell mute available.