Is Yamaha Silent Brass worth it?
Bottom line: I absolutely recommend the Yamaha Trumpet Silent Brass System for brass players who need to keep it down, whether that’s because you are in an apartment, or you are on the road frequently, or you have babies or roomies that you don’t want to wake up when you are practicing during nap time!
How quiet is Yamaha Silent Brass?
The Silent Brass is very quiet. Likely quieter than most late night TV watching. I can’t imagine anyone detecting or complaining. That’s assuming your not blowing your brains out, banging the valves down really hard, or cursing out loud at the etude you’re playing.
Can you record with Yamaha Silent Brass?
Presto. Yes, this will work fine as long as the input on your recording device is a line level input and not a mic level input.
Are Silent bras worth it?
So, yes, it’s well worth the money. I like the first generation SB well enough and find it better than many. Haven’t tried the new version.
How does Silent Brass work?
Here’s how the SILENT Brass system works: “Brass Resonance Modeling” simulates the sound of the instrument, here greatly improved in quality. A compact “Personal Studio” unit has a headphone jack, plus an input in case you want to play along with a recording.
What does a straight mute do?
STRAIGHT MUTE Cardboard straight mutes create a quieter, muffled sound than the natural trumpet. The straight mute is most commonly used mute for band and orchestra pieces, and should be the first mute in every student’s collection.
How do you play trumpet silently?
There are various methods to practice without the noise:
- Practicing your embouchure (without using your trumpet at all)
- Using a mute to dampen the sound of your horn.
- Using the Yamaha Silent Brass on your trumpet with headphones.
What does a mute do on a trombone?
A mute changes the sound of the brass instrument in a certain way depending on the type of mute used. Generally, a mute for a brass instrument (trumpet, trombone, French horn, baritone horn, euphonium, tuba, etc) lowers the volume and alters the timbre (tonal quality) of the instrument.
What are the different types of trombone mutes?
The most common types of mutes are the Straight Mute, Cup Mute, Harmon Mute, Plunger Mute, Bucket Mute, and Silencer or Practice Mute.
Can a bass trombone be played with a silent mute?
The SILENT Brass mute for Trombone (SB5X) and the Pickup Mute (PM5X) are not compatible with Alto Trombones or Bass Trombones. The SILENT Brass mutes for Flugelhorn (SB6X) and the Pickup Mute (PM6X) protrudes 3-4 cm from the bell. For information on compatibility with Yamaha brass instruments and cases please refer to the “Compatibility Table”.
What does the Yamaha Silent Brass system do?
The Yamaha Silent Brass System allows the performer to play their instrument without disturbing those around them. The system includes a set of mini-headphones, a practice mute (redesigned for 2014), and a Personal Studio amplifier module (also redesigned for 2014).
Why do you need mute on Yamaha brass?
Used together, the two deliver the natural acoustic tone you hear when playing without a mute, making it feel as though you are playing mute free. Significantly smaller and lighter than previous versions, the mute offers superior muting performance, delivers excellent intonation in all ranges, and natural playability.
Who is the owner of the Silent Brass brand?
The SB7X, 6X, 5X, and 3X are award-winning instruments. *SILENT Brass™, Personal Studio™, Pickup Mute™, Brass Resonance Modeling™, and SILENT Brass™ logo are all trademarks owned by the Yamaha Corporation.