Humes and Berg 160B Stonelined Velvet-Tone 8.5" Trombone Mute

The Humes & Berg 160B Stonelined Velvet-Tone Tenor Trombone Bucket Mute is a classic "bucket-style" mute designed to reduce the hard edge and bite of open brass, producing an extremely soft, warm, and full-bodied sound. Known colloquially as the "Velvet-Tone," this mute blends exceptionally well in both solo and small ensemble settings—particularly alongside saxophones—while remaining a staple for large big band and pit orchestra performances. It delivers a plush tone at soft dynamics and punchy weight at higher volumes, making it the standard by which all bucket mutes are judged.