Hawkins Bb/C Trumpet Orchestral Straight Mute – “The London”

The Hawkins “London” Bb/C Trumpet Orchestral Straight Mute is a professional-grade mute designed to deliver a refined, free-blowing response and excellent intonation. Trusted by leading orchestral and jazz players worldwide, it provides a tonal colour that blends naturally in ensembles while offering projection and clarity for solo passages.

With a balance of brightness and warmth, this mute sits between the cutting edge of aluminium and the softer character of fibre. Built from undentable, impact-resistant materials and featuring Hawkins’ anatomical cork system, it ensures durability, comfort, and a secure fit for consistent performance.

Key Features

• Professional tonal profile: Clear, resonant, and well-balanced sound.

• Excellent intonation: Maintains tuning accuracy across the full trumpet range.

• Free-blowing design: Natural airflow for easier articulation and phrasing.

• Durable build: Lightweight, impact-resistant, and undentable materials.

• Secure cork system: Anatomical, angled corks for a snug fit without stress.

• Versatile use: Suitable for orchestral, jazz, studio, and pit musicians.

• Modern aesthetic: Minimal, stylish design built for working players.

Why Choose the Hawkins “London” Mute?

This mute has become a favourite among professional musicians in top orchestras, theatre pits, and jazz ensembles. Its ability to project clearly while blending seamlessly makes it equally valuable for Mahler symphonies, Stravinsky ballets, Ellington charts, or modern studio work.

Musicians value its:

• Stable pitch and response across all registers

• Comfortable, effortless playability

• Consistency in tone across section and solo playing

• Long-lasting durability, even under heavy use

If you’re looking for a straight mute that delivers more than the average option, the Hawkins “London” is designed to enhance your muted sound, not compromise it.

Specifications

• Model: Hawkins “London” Straight Mute

• Instrument: Bb/C Trumpet

• Type: Orchestral Straight Mute

• Construction: Undentable, impact-resistant materials

• Cork System: Anatomical, angled corks for secure fit

• Tone Profile: Balanced brightness and warmth

• Finish: Modern matte aesthetic

• Weight: Lightweight for easy handling