Reddit reviews Hercules HA100 Brass Mute Holder
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Brand: HERCULES STANDSModel# HA100Holds most cornet, trumpet, French horn and trombone mutesSpecially formulated foam covering rings to eliminate noise270 degrees of ring swivel to provide your ideal set-up
I’ve played the show, it’s definitely not that high. For the most part, even if there’s a stinger, you can take it down. One thing that will help (in any show) is mute holder to make quick changes easier, because there is definitely stuff where you have only a few beats to swap from one to another—not just to open. There may have been some solotone stuff iirc, but you can usually sub a Harmon or cup for solotone if needed.
I would just recommend this instead.
Have you tried one of these yet?
http://www.amazon.com/Hercules-HA100-Brass-Mute-Holder/dp/B005I7JDBW/ref=pd_bxgy_267_text_y
I agree. The mutes also look homemade.
My best suggestion is to get one of these: http://austincustombrass.mybigcommerce.com/abs-trumpet-mute-caddy/
Or these: http://www.amazon.com/Hercules-HA100-Mute-Holder/dp/B005I7JDBW
And attach it to your favorite belt.
I've employed the drop and stab method a lot in theatre shows. You probably need to use a smallish cardboard box with a towel in it.
Your change situation is a bit tough though since harmon is the middle mute and does lend itself to stabby insertion.
Depending on how much time you have, you might pre-fog the bell before putting in the straight... twist, drop, stab. The residual moisture (from the gap in the corks) should help the harmon grab... then you can quickly secure it or hold it as you play.
Of course, these are for the extreme situations where a mute stand just isn't fast enough which are honestly few and far between.
Additionally, writing a strongly worded letter to the arranger who is too stupid to understand the physical limitations of mute changes is an option to get out your frustrations.