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Mutes for double bass

The mute dims the volume of the double bass down. Thereby nasal sound nuances come along. So the double bass bow can strike the strings strongly, the sound of the double bass strings remains quiet. There are mutes for double bass made of wood or rubber. The Tourte round mute for double bass is made of rubber as well as the Ultra 4-strings mute for double bass. Besides, there is the ebony mute for double bass.

How to use a mute?

The Tourte round mute for double bass is mounted between the middle strings. If required it is slid up on the bridge. The Ultra 4-strings mute for double bass or the Ebony mute for double bass are simply put onto the bridge.