I have the Chili Red mute, and the low register without the stems in is indeed non-existent. But! Using the stems gives you many different sounds and gives you the low register back. I ended up lining the shortest tube's interior with 3mm of rubber foam from a hobby shop. This gives it a better low range and some buzz, like jazz noir muted trumpet. You pointed out that the regular Ullven harmon was tricky to hold, but that's the best part about the red one -- it stays in the bell and is nearly flush with it. Never seen a harmon mute like that before! It's the best mute, along with the triple straight plate one.
Great and illuminating topics addressed all over the series, go on with it!. Greetings from Argentina
I have the Chili Red mute, and the low register without the stems in is indeed non-existent. But! Using the stems gives you many different sounds and gives you the low register back. I ended up lining the shortest tube's interior with 3mm of rubber foam from a hobby shop. This gives it a better low range and some buzz, like jazz noir muted trumpet.
You pointed out that the regular Ullven harmon was tricky to hold, but that's the best part about the red one -- it stays in the bell and is nearly flush with it. Never seen a harmon mute like that before! It's the best mute, along with the triple straight plate one.
What brand/model trombone are you playing please?
Great Review! Thanks Ian!
My pleasure!
I have always bought good equipment and never been disappointed. Cheap stuff is never worth it.
Thanks Ian.
Welcome!
Thanks for this, I’ve been wondering about the brand! Any chance you’ll review the cup/straight mutes?
Yes I plan to!
@@ianbousfieldofficial great!!