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The acoustical design of the Jo-Ral mutes creates the most exciting tonal qualities, resulting in near-perfect intonation. Jo-Ral mutes are made of spun aluminum, and have been tested to preform evenly in all registers. Many models are also available with brass bottoms, offering a slightly warmer sound and copper bottoms with an even darker, rich sound. For 30 years, Jo-Ral founder Joe Alessi has designed premium-quality mutes, refining Jo-Ral products to provide ever-greater levels of acoustical and tonal performance. His designs have been tested and found worthy by some of the most talented professionals in the music business. Used extensively by leading brass players are found in every musical venue, from symphonic band and orchestra to jazz and studio sessions.

Jo-Ral Trumpet Mutes Jo-Ral Trumpet straight mutes are a favorite of Trumpet players at every level and in any discipline, from jazz players to symphonic musicians. These free-blowing mutes provide excellent intonation and are available in a range of materials to achieve varied and distinctive sounds. In addition to out unique cork pads, Jo-Ral straight mutes feature a felt cap that prevents scratching the instrument. Made of the highest quality hand-spun aluminum, Jo-Ral mutes are designed and tested to perform evenly in all registers. Alternative materials used on the bottom of the mute create varying sound characteristics for special effect, giving musicians the freedom of artistic expression. All Aluminum mutes provide a bright muted sound Brass Bottom mutes impart a slightly warmer, confidential sound ideal for smaller settings Copper Bottom mutes are the perfect choice for a darker, more mellow effect All Copper mutes create a deep, rich, sound Picture Model Number Description JR TPT-1A Trumpet Straight Mute All Aluminium JR TPT-1B Trumpet Straight Mute Aluminium Body with a Brass Bottom JR TPT-1C Trumpet Straight Mute Aluminium Body with a Copper Bottom JR TPT 2A Trumpet Bubble Mute All Aluminium With its innovative design and unique shape, the Trumpet bubble mute produces a distinctive sound with a louder "buzz factor," making it especially exciting for jazz musicians. JR TPT-2C Trumpet Bubble Mute All Copper With its innovative design and unique shape, the Trumpet bubble mute produces a distinctive sound with a louder "buzz factor," making it especially exciting for jazz musicians. JR TPT-3 Trumpet Tri-Tone Cup Mute All Aluminium Three distinctive sounds from a single mute Specifically designed to provide exceptional versatility in artistic expression, this all-aluminum mute includes two felt rings that can be inserted to create different sounds. With one felt ring inserted, the result is a softer, less brilliant sound than the mute alone provides. With both rings inserted, the sound is softened even further. JR TPT-4A Trumpet Bucket Mute All Aluminium The trumpet bucket mute provides a unique, haunting sound that is both deep and slightly hollow. A very specialized mute for a very distinctive sound. JR TPT-4B Trumpet Bucket Mute Aluminium Body with a Brass Bottom The trumpet bucket mute provides a unique, haunting sound that is both deep and slightly hollow. A very specialized mute for a very distinctive sound. JR TPT-4C Trumpet Bucket Mute Aluminium Body with a Copper Bottom The trumpet bucket mute provides a unique, haunting sound that is both deep and slightly hollow. A very specialized mute for a very distinctive sound. JR TPT-6 Trumpet Plunger Mute All Aluminium This mute was designed to be more comfortable to hold than traditional plungers, but offers the same unique sound. JR TPT-1P Trumpet Practice Mute All Aluminium Spun aluminum with a distinctive black textured finish, dramatically reduces volume without distorting tone quality, for quiet practice sessions. Jo-Ral Piccolo Trumpet Mutes For consistent tonal response throughout the piccolo trumpet range, the Jo-Ral straight mute is the only choice. A variety of materials are available to provide the sound characteristics that meet every musician's needs. JR TPT-5A Piccolo Trumpet Straight Mute All Aluminium JR TPT-5B Piccolo Trumpet Straight Mute Aluminium Body with a Brass Bottom JR TPT-5C Piccolo Trumpet Straight Mute Aluminium Body with a Copper Bottom JR TPT-5P Piccolo Trumpet Practice Mute All Aluminium Spun aluminum with a distinctive black textured finish, dramatically reduces volume without distorting tone quality, for quiet practice sessions. Jo-Ral Flugel Horn Mute JR FLU-10C Flugel Horn Bubble Mute Aluminium Body with a Copper Bottom Classified as a wah-wah type mute, this is the only bubble mute made specifically for Flugel horns. Its large bubble shape allows for a free-blowing sound in all registers and provides a distinctive buzz sound appreciated by jazz musicians. Jo-Ral French Horn Mutes Built to the Jo-Ral standard of excellence, the French horn mute allows for a free-blowing sound in all registers, providing a consistent flow quality that allows musicians to achieve a delicate, controlled sound without transposing registers. JR FR-1A French Horn Straight Mute All Aluminium JR FR-AC French Horn Straight Mute Aluminium Body with a Copper Bottom JR FR-C French Horn Straight Mute All Copper JR FR-P French Horn Practice Mute Aluminium Spun aluminum with a distinctive black textured finish, dramatically reduces volume without distorting tone quality, for quiet practice sessions. Jo-Ral Trombone Mutes The ideal choice for any musical genre, the Jo-Ral tenor trombone straight mute produces a distinct, muted sound throughout the natural range of the instrument. It is free-blowing in all registers and designed to fit all tenor trombone bells. JR TRB-1A Tenor Trombone Straight Mute All Aluminium JR TRB-1B Tenor Trombone Straight Mute Aluminium Body with a Brass Bottom JR TRB-1C Tenor Trombone Straight Mute Aluminium Body with a Copper Bottom With its unique shape, this all-aluminum cup mute produces a smoother, richer sound for tenor trombones. Lined with a neoprene rubber rim that eliminates vibrations, the adjustable cup will never loosen or drop off. It is easily installed by simply moving the cup up to the desired length for a tight fit. The corks may be reshaped for optimal acoustical placement. JR TRB-6L Tenor Trombone Cup Mute - Large Aluminium For use with a Bell diameter of 8½ inches or more JR TRB-6S Tenor Trombone Cup Mute - Small Aluminium For use with a Bell diameter of less than 8½ inches The Trombone bucket mute provides a unique, haunting sound that is both deep and slightly hollow. A very specialized mute for a very distinctive sound. JR TRB-8L Tenor Trombone Bucket Mute - Large Aluminium For Large tenor Trombone Mute Diameter 17cm (6-3/4 inches) JR TRB-8S Tenor Trombone Bucket Mute - Small Aluminium For traditional tenor Trombone Mute Diameter 15cm (6 inches) JR TRB-3 Tenor Trombone Bubble Mute Aluminium Classified as a wah-wah type mute, the tenor Trombone bubble mute features unique performance characteristics, including a louder buzz appreciated by jazz musicians. Its large bubble shape allows for a free-blowing sound in all registers, and it is designed to fit all tenor Trombone bells. JR TRB-1P Tenor Trombone Practice Mute Aluminium Spun aluminum with a distinctive black textured finish, dramatically reduces volume without distorting tone quality, for quiet practice sessions. Jo-Ral Bass Trombone Mutes Its exceptional acoustical design gives this Bass Trombone straight mute a smooth, distinct tone quality. It allows for a free-blowing sound throughout the instrument's natural range, encompassing even the pedal tones. JR TRB-4A Bass Trombone Straight Mute All Aluminium JR TRB-4B Bass Trombone Straight Mute Aluminium Body with a Brass Bottom JR TRB-4C Bass Trombone Straight Mute Aluminium Body with a Copper Bottom JR TRB-B7 Bass Trombone Cup Mute All Aluminium For a deep, melodious cup sound, the adjustable cup mute is the ideal choice. It features a neoprene rubber liner that eliminates vibrations and holds the mute firmly in place. To adjust the fit, simply move the mute up to the desired length for a tight seal and smooth cup sound, filing the corks if necessary for an even tighter fit. JR TRB-B5 Bass Trombone Wah-Wah Mute All Aluminium With its unique acoustical design, this mute sets a new standard for wah-wah type mutes. Its distinctive shape conforms to the contours of the bass Trombone bell to provide a powerful muted sound when needed. JR TRB-9 Bass Trombone Bucket Mute All Aluminium The bass Trombone bucket mute provides a unique, haunting sound that is both deep and slightly hollow. A very specialized mute for a very distinctive sound. JR TRB-4P Bass Trombone Practice Mute All Aluminium Jo-Ral Short Cut Practice Aids The Brass Short Cut is an innovative accessory for trumpet or tenor trombone. Created by Jo-Ral to improve and build the embouchure and lip, it allows the musician to warm-up without using the instrument. Convenient and compact, the shortcut is only 5.5" long, including the ventura, and comes with full instruction manual and warm-up exercises. JR TPTBSC Trumpet Short Cut JR TRBBSC-S Trombone Short Cut - Small Shank JR TRBBSC-L Trombone Short Cut - Large Shank Jo-Ral Short Visualiser Mirror JR VIS Embouchure Visuliser Mirror For Trumpet, Cornet and Trombone

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