Denis Wick He is a former president of the International Trombone Society. He served as principal trombonist of the prestigious London Symphony Orchestra for 31 years, and has contributed to the training of musicians at institutions such as the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and the Youth Symphony Orchestra. He is also known as the author of trombone instruction books. He is also active as a conductor of brass and wind ensembles. Leveraging his extensive knowledge and experience in instrumental performance, he develops mouthpieces and mutes at Denis Wick, the company he founded. Denis Wick mutes are handcrafted by skilled artisans, ensuring consistently high quality in sound and pitch. When Denis Wick was actively performing with the London Symphony Orchestra, he would create prototypes and have them tested by the orchestra. The current straight mute design originated when composer B. Britten, who was present at the time, exclaimed, "This is the sound I've been looking for!" ■ Denis Wick's aluminum straight mutes are loved by brass players worldwide for their traditional straight mute tone. ■DW5505 Aluminum Straight Mute for Tenor Trombone / Tenor Bass Trombone A traditional mute sound. It's characterized by a metallic, humming tone. Definitely the best choice for tutti and fortissimo! This mute is characterized by its sharp, metallic, and resonant tone, allowing for a prominent sound even in loud tutti passages. It's relatively lightweight, making it comfortable to wear while playing, as it doesn't significantly affect the instrument's balance or strain the arm. *This product may not be compatible depending on the bell shape and diameter.