Humes & Berg 163 Trombone Pixie Straight Mute

The Humes & Berg 163 Trombone Pixie Straight Mute is a small specialty straight mute for tenor trombone. Pixie mutes create a tighter, brighter, more compact muted sound than a standard straight mute, making them especially useful for jazz, commercial playing, pit orchestra books, and novelty or character effects.

This mute is often used with a plunger to create classic jazz " wah? effects and more vocal-style trombone colors. It is not usually the first mute a trombone student needs, but it is a very useful addition for players who are starting to see more specific mute markings in jazz charts, show music, or advanced ensemble literature. Retail listings identify the Humes & Berg 163 as a tenor trombone pixie straight mute with aluminum construction.