Pampet practice mute

[stanton]

I own a bunch of practice mutes, including an older Yamaha Silent Brass and all are pretty good. But I came across one that I like a lot, and just discovered why.

It's the Pampet practice mute that can be had on Amazon for about $20. I had seen this mute at one of my student's homes. It looked strange and when I picked it up it felt a bit flimsy. I had to try it. And when I did I was impressed. It seemed to have a better feel and flow than other practice mutes, and for $20 I thought it worth a shot. With Amazon Prime returns are easy.

It's not the dead quietest practice mute. I think Best Brass owns that title, but the Pampet is pretty quiet. But here's why I like it. That "flimsiness" that I mentioned is the secret. When you begin to play, instead of feeling that standard back-pressure, it "flexes", so you feel more flow than with other practice mutes. Also, for some reason you can feel more of a vibration in your hands. That I can't explain, but like that I'm not so isolated from the horn in a tactile sense.

If you're shopping for a practice mute and want a decent one for a decent price, check out the Pampet. [I am not affiliated with Pampet mutes in any way.]
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[kehaulani]

I had the same experience -> Silent Brass to Pampet. As soon as I put the Pampet in, I just went "Wow!"

Stanton, was there a significant difference in volume between your Silent Brass and the Best Brass mutes? Thanks.

p.s. My first year at North Texas, my roommate was from Skokie. Small world.
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[mdarnton]

It is my favorite for exactly the reasons you mention. Because it's flimsy and the end cap is fastened loosely, it develops a different sound (a bit buzzy) just like a real horn when played strongly, unlike other practice mutes. The Harmon wah-wah with a drilled cork stuffed in it is my other choice, for the same reasons--developing sound and lack of isolation from the horn.

[mrhappy]

Yes, big believer here! I've even sent a number of them to my trumpet playing friends! I believe the initial recommendation came from you Stanton!
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[DougEaton]

I, also, am very pleased with this "silencer". My dog, neighbors and wife as well!