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multi-positional Leather Mutes for violin, viola, and cello

When a mute is required, there is nothing like the sound of leather...for the player and for the audience. Rubber, plastic, metal, even wooden mutes all reduce the volume of your instrument. But they also reduce or eliminate overtones, detrimentally impacting your sound. Don't compromise on sound quality with an inferior mute. Use a Wiessmeyer Leather Mute.

Why a Leather Mute?
Because...
Its all about the Sound

The unique design of our patented leather mute addresses the practical needs of the string player while enhancing the muted tone of the instrument. The mute is conveniently designed to stay on the strings of the instruments at the tail-piece. The design of the mute effortlesstly allows for two muting effects; pianissimo and mezzo piano. Manuevering the mute between positions is always very quick, and easy. Additionally, the inherent qualities of leather allow the mute to shape itself to the bridge and string spacings.

You have a lot invested in your instrument and bowing technique...your sound. When you have to play softly, use a Wiessmeyer Leather Mute to preserve the vibrant and glorious tone of your instrument.

Our mute is ideally suited for orchestra, chamber music, accompanying vocalists, jazz/swing sound, musical passages where rapid muting/unmutting is required, and practices.

Customize your leather mute

For a one-time setup fee we will artistically engrave custom text on one or more mutes. Engrave your own name or turn the mute into a special gift...ideal for musicians, friends, students, teachers, shops, orchestras, and other musical organizations/events.

Mute Prices (USD):

Note: Phone orders can be placed by calling (617) 262-2688 between 11:00am and 5:00pm EST if you do not wish to order online.

Note: S&H not included. Discounts available for large orders, please call (617) 262-2688.

If you are not satisfied with our product, return your mute for a full refund (excludes S&H & engraving fees).

Also available in select violin shops. Contact us at inquiries@bostonfiddle.com to find our nearest retail partner.

Testimonials

Many string players have already performed with our mutes. Here are some of their comments.

"Congratulations, I absolutely love it - I'm so thrilled to have it! It is fantastic. I will show it to all my colleagues and students at my institute. Its absolutely wonderful!"

- Daniel Heifetz, Violinist (www.heifetzinstitute.org)

"I love the leather mutes. The cello sounds fantastic with it. This is really extraordinary - I really really appreciate it!"

- Andres Diaz, Cellist (www.andresdiaz.com)

"Bravo, the mutes are very impressive. Thanks again!"

- John Montgomery, Luthier, Stringed Instrument Collection, Library of Congress

"I am often asked to play accompanist to singer/songwriters. I love
Paul's leather mute because I feel I can deliver the full range of
expression of my Leo Aschauer violin at a reduced volume so I never
drown out the vocalist!"

- Joe Kessler, Professional Musician

Look for the Wiessmeyer Trademark on all Original Wiessmeyer Products.

Wiessmeyer Leather Mutes are made 100% in USA

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