Hirschman Chicago Stinger Trumpet Mute - Gen II+
Co-designed with Kenny Rampton of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, the world's best buzz mute just got better. The Hirschman Mutes Chicago Stinger Gen II+ is inspired by the buzz mutes of yesteryear, and has been redesigned from scratch with 100% custom components, engineering, and technology to provide the best intonation, slotting, playability, and BUZZ across the entire range of the trumpet at any price. This mute is a new, improved replacement for the Chicago Stinger Gen II. The Gen II+ finer caplet threads and added Tone Boosters improve intonation, slotting, volume, and projection vs. the Gen II.
The ultimate buzz
Superior sound, intonation and playability from pianissimo to fortissimo and from the bottom of the horn to the top. Our proprietary Hornet Resonators™ provide the ultimate in buzz/fuzz and durability.
Vortex Corking System™
Attenuates and channels the unmuted trumpet sound through two angled passageways, enabling more buzz while minimizing back pressure
Venturi Pressure Diffusion Disk™
Structural element inside the mute improves intonation and playability
Thunderbolt Caplets™
Protect the resonators from damage in your bag/case while transmitting maximum buzz in your sound
Heavy gauge wall construction and premium materials
Provide superior sonic and physical integrity
Neoprene Tone Boosters
New in Gen II+ provides a new level of seal and stability
ISO Caplet Threads
New in Gen II+ provides provide more grip and security
Designed for the KR Indigo line of Plunger mutes
Playable alone or under our KR Indigo or KR Indigo MAX Plungers, sold separately
