Derby Hat Mute
Item Name Code (INC) 07645
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INC 07645 REINSTATED ON 100517~ An item that is made to look like a derby hat and changes the sound of the brass instrument.
Additional Information for Derby Hat Mute
Derby Hat Mute is a type of mute used in brass instruments, particularly in trumpets and cornets. It is classified as a musical instrument part and accessory in the supply class Musical Instrument Parts And Accessories. The supply group it belongs to is Musical Instruments, Phonographs, And Home-Type Radios.
The Derby Hat Mute is shaped like a derby hat and is made of metal or plastic. It is placed over the bell of the instrument to alter the sound produced. When the mute is inserted, it creates a muffled or muted tone, which can be used to create different effects in music. The Derby Hat Mute is commonly used in jazz and big band music.