LONDON Professional Straight Mute for Bb Trumpet

Performance-grade sound. Effortless playability. Modern design.

If you’re looking for a professional straight mute that delivers clarity, playability, and a refined tone, the Hawkins Mutes LONDON Straight Mute for Bb trumpet is a standout choice. Used by top orchestral and jazz musicians around the world, this mute brings a vibrant new sound colour to your muted playing—while offering exceptional tuning and feel.

Designed to sit between the brightness of copper and the softness of fibre, the LONDON mute creates a clarion tone that blends well in section playing and holds its own in solos. Whether you’re performing Mahler, Stravinsky, or Ellington, this Bb trumpet straight mute helps your muted sound speak with control, confidence, and musicality.

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🎺 Discover the Tone of a True Professional Straight Mute

The LONDON mute gives you a unique tonal voice—bright without being shrill, and round without sounding dull. It’s engineered to offer a more expressive alternative to harsh aluminium mutes or muffled fibre ones.

This tonal profile is ideal for:

• Orchestras needing a refined ‘con sordino’ tone

• Jazz players looking for character with clarity

• Commercial players who want consistency and projection

Unlike generic trumpet mutes, this one was developed from the ground up, with the specific goal of redefining what a professional straight mute should sound like.

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⚙️ Precision Design for Demanding Players

✔ Free-Blowing Response You Can Rely On

Many straight mutes restrict airflow, making trumpet playing feel stiff or unnatural. The Hawkins LONDON mute is engineered to be free-blowing, letting your sound — and your air — flow naturally. That means easier phrasing, smoother slurs, and less fatigue.

✔ Built for Perfect Tuning

Tuning inconsistencies in straight mutes are a common frustration. The LONDON mute eliminates standing wave reflections inside the mute body—resulting in cleaner notes and more precise slotting. You’ll notice better pitch accuracy across the full range, from pedal tones to double high C.

✔ Lightweight & Undentable

Weighing just the right amount, this mute is easy to insert and remove mid-performance and won’t strain your chops during extended use. Made from undentable, impact-resistant materials, it’s built for the realities of touring, gigging, and studio use.

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🎯 A Straight Mute Designed for Modern Musicians

✔ Anatomical Cork System for Secure Fit

The LONDON mute features angled, high-density corks that follow the natural flare of the trumpet bell. This design reduces stress during insertion and ensures a firm, non-slip fit without damaging the cork over time.

✔ Designed to Stay Put

You can trust this mute to hold its position—even during intense passages or fast changes. The corks are selected for grip and durability, offering a long-lasting fit that holds up to repeated use.

✔ Stylish and Functional

From the matte finish to the clean contours, the LONDON mute blends classic function with modern design. Its minimal aesthetic reflects the thoughtful craftsmanship behind every detail.

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🎧 Who Is the Hawkins LONDON Professional Straight Mute For?

This is not just a mute for practice or students—it’s a stage- and studio-ready professional straight mute trusted by some of the world’s finest players.

It’s ideal for:

• Principal trumpet players who need a mute with both precision and presence

• Jazz musicians requiring expressive, blendable muted tones

• Session and pit players needing consistent response and fast mute changes

• University students and advanced amateurs who want the same tools the pros use

If you’re tired of battling stuffy, out-of-tune mutes, this one will change your approach to muted playing.

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🌍 Used by Leading Musicians Worldwide

The LONDON straight mute has earned a place in top orchestras, recording studios, and conservatoires across Europe and the Americas. It’s being played in:

• The BBC Symphony Orchestra

• The BBC Philharmonic

• National Orchestra of Venezuela

• Leading UK jazz ensembles and theatre pits

• Conservatories including Guildhall and Royal Northern

Professionals consistently report:

• Easier articulation

• More stable pitch

• Better projection

• Improved endurance when playing muted parts

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📦 Product Highlights

• 🎯 Professional straight mute tone—rich, clear, and well-balanced

• 🎺 Free-blowing design for effortless play

• 📈 Excellent intonation across full trumpet range

• 🧩 Custom-fit anatomical corks for grip and longevity

• 💪 Impact-resistant and undentable construction

• 🎨 Minimal, modern aesthetic built for working musicians

• 🌍 Trusted by top-level players worldwide

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🛒 Why Choose the Hawkins LONDON Straight Mute?

Because your sound matters. And when muted, your tone shouldn’t be an afterthought. The LONDON Professional Straight Mute empowers you to play musically, confidently, and in tune—whether you’re on stage, in the pit, or in the studio.

With Hawkins Mutes, you’re not just buying an accessory—you’re investing in a tool that expands your voice as a player. Every detail is designed with care, tested by professionals, and built for reliability.

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📦 Order Now – Hear the Difference

Ready to elevate your muted playing? Add the Hawkins Mutes LONDON Professional Straight Mute to your case today and experience the freedom, control, and tone you’ve been looking for.

Don’t settle for average. Choose professional. Choose Hawkins.

“Very, very impressed with them, congratulations on that. I was surprised, actually – I don’t know why – but I think the shape of them, I thought, obviously aesthetically, they’re very pleasing to look at, but [I’m] so impressed with the performance of them, especially the consistency in the tuning across the range. So well done with that, it’s fantastic… everything still clicks in. I mean, it’s like playing without the mute in, really, as far as the response goes.”
Paul Mayes (London Symphony Orchestra, Royal Opera House)