Horn-Crafts
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Horn-Crafts french horn mute played by professionals. It is therefore important to have a mute that offers good sound, intonation and a secure feeling. With mutes, the conversation often turns to resistance, because resistance often influences sound and intonation. The challenge in developing a good mute is to find the optimal balance of these attributes. Through cooperation with well-known hornists it has been possible to build a mute that incorporates all of these qualities.
Discover the Horn-crafts french horn mute
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Vienna Philharmonic
/wp-content/gallery/horn-crafts/foto-wiener.jpgComplete horn-section of the Vienna Philharmonic are playing Horn-Crafts mutes
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Cork
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Innovative inner construction
/wp-content/gallery/horn-crafts/horn-crafts_horn-mute_7.jpg... an innovative inner construction that runs evenly through the sound chamber, which influences the resistance and intonation.
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Cord
/wp-content/gallery/horn-crafts/horn-crafts_horn-mute_6.jpgA comfortably looped viscose cord aids in quick changes from open to stopped playing.
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Cardocase
/wp-content/gallery/horn-crafts/horn-crafts_horn-mute_5.jpgA protective case from Cardocase is available to guard the mute from grime etc.
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“Ideal for Mahler’s symphonies…
/wp-content/gallery/horn-crafts/horn-crafts_horn-mute_4.jpg“Can be played loudly without losing the characteristic muted color.” Ideal for Mahler’s symphonies… Intonation is good, and it is balanced in all registers.” Premysl Vojta, Solohornist Konzerthausorchesters Berlin, ARD Contest Winner 2010
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Fitting most horns
/wp-content/gallery/horn-crafts/horn-crafts_horn-mute_2.jpgThe mute is well suited for most horn manufacturers, including Alexander, Engelbert Schmid, Klaus Fehr, Lawson, Holton and Paxman.
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Beechwood
/wp-content/gallery/horn-crafts/horn-crafts_horn-mute_3.jpgThis mute is crafted from high quality European cherry and beechwood
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High quality
/wp-content/gallery/horn-crafts/horn-crafts_horn-mute_1.jpgFor a good fit, high quality cork is glued to the mute with an innovative inner construction that runs evenly through the sound chamber, which influences the resistance and intonation.
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Cardocase
/wp-content/gallery/horn-crafts/hoorndemper_accessoires_01.jpgA protective case from Cardocase is available to guard the mute from grime etc.
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Cardocase
/wp-content/gallery/horn-crafts/hoorndemper_accessoires_02.jpgA protective case from Cardocase is available to guard the mute from grime, etc.
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Cardocase
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Frequently Asked Questions
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For which horn is the mute suitable?
Because this mute has a wider build it’s suitable for most horns, if you have any doubt of the fit you can test a mute with one of our dealers
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Is the mute tunable?
The Horn Crafts mute is equipped with a sliding case which, In a certain way, influences the intonation.
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What is the delivery of the mute?
We aim to deliver your mute within one week, often more quickly, however we can’t guarantee delays through post, etc..
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How is the mute packed ?
To optimally protect the mute it is packaged in a sturdy shipping box, the mute itself takes a flexible sleeve for protection.
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I am an amateur, is this mute suitable for me?
Yes, this mute is designed to have much fun, amateur or professional will experience it.
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Is the mute suitable for practicing?
The mute is ideal for practicing, the delicate balance of resistance makes this mute appropriate to build up your embouchure.
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Is there special care needed for the mute?
In normal use, no maintenance is required, it is possible to treat the wood with oil or wax.
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I’ve tested a number of mutes and find that there is a mutual difference, why?
Horn Crafts strives to minimize the difference, the mute is made of wood and therefore will never be 100% the same, because wood is a natural product. That’s good because every musician is different and has his own taste.
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What is the cord?
If you need to quickly switch between open and muted playing it is helpful to hang your mute, so you don’t have to make awkward maneuvers and you can fully concentrate on playing.
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I’ve heard of two types of mutes, what does that mean?
The mutes are build exactly the same but have a mutual difference (remains a secret), you can recognize them by the logo. Black or silver, by trying you can decide which one is the 1 for you.
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