--- product_id: 5183977 title: "Practice Mute for violin/viola, Japanese import" brand: "artino" price: "4678 som" currency: KGS in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Artino" url: https://www.desertcart.kg/products/5183977-practice-mute-for-violin-viola-japanese-import store_origin: KG region: Kyrgyzstan --- # Metal-rubber hybrid for perfect mute Effective sound dampening without distortion Bridge protection with secure fit Practice Mute for violin/viola, Japanese import **Brand:** artino **Price:** 4678 som **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Practice like a pro, mute like a ninja! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Practice Mute for violin/viola, Japanese import by artino - **How much does it cost?** 4678 som with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kg](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/5183977-practice-mute-for-violin-viola-japanese-import) ## Best For - artino enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted artino brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Bridge Guardian:** Unique design protects your violin/viola bridge from wear and tear during practice. - β€’ **Night Owl Approved:** Significantly reduces volume for late-night sessions without disturbing neighbors. - β€’ **Clear View Practice:** Does not obstruct fingerboard visibility, keeping your technique flawless. - β€’ **Precision Sound Control:** Metal core with rubber coating mutes sound deeply without altering tone. - β€’ **Effortless Fit & Stability:** Clips securely on the bridge, maintaining tuning and playability with no slip. ## Overview The Artino Practice Mute is a Japanese-imported hybrid mute combining a metal core with a rubber exterior to deliver superior sound dampening while preserving the natural tone of your violin or viola. Designed to protect the bridge and reduce volume significantly, it’s perfect for discreet, late-night practice sessions in shared living spaces. Its secure clip-on fit ensures stability without affecting tuning or fingerboard visibility, making it a must-have for serious musicians balancing practice with a busy lifestyle. ## Description Artino Practice Mute for Violin / Viola Artino Practice Mute for VN / VA Material: Metal covered with rubber Features: Maintains sound quality and protects the bridge. The only protective exercise mute Review: Just what I wanted! - I have been searching for a good mute for my violin. I usually practice at night, as I work the night shift. I also work from home, so I usually practice at home. I live in apartments with very thin walls, so practicing at night is not very good for my neighbors. I started using a standard rubber mute, but I always liked the increased dampening of the metal mutes. Why? Because while the rubber mutes work well for preventing my neighbors from hearing me play, when my family comes over to stay for a few days, they can still hear me practicing with the rubber mute on. I always wanted a metal mute, because they dampen the sound extremely well. The trade off is that they change the sound of the violin. The change is noticeable enough for me to not like the metal mutes. This mute has been perfect for me. It mutes the sound of the violin like a metal mute, but it does not change the sound, like a rubber mute. The only issue I can think of with this is that you have to be careful because it does not fit the same way a rubber mute fits. You press down on a rubber mute a bit to sit it on the violin bridge, but for this, it is merely placed on the top of the bridge. It can seem to be loose, or not fit well, but it works fantastically and is secure. Also, some people complain this mute blocks their view of the finger board when they are playing. I can see the fingerboard perfectly with this mute on, and it does not obstruct my vision in any way when I am playing, but I feel the need to mention it here, as some people say this does happen with them. I am very satisfied with this purchase, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for substantial muting on their violin for practicing. Review: Does exactly what it's supposed to, no more, no less - This mute has been a lifesaver for late night practice sessions. The volume reduction is real and noticeable, roughly comparable to an unplugged electric violin, maybe a touch more. Enough to keep the neighbors happy. Installation is simple, you just clip it onto the bridge, but there's one thing worth knowing: it's heavier than you might expect (and it's also very well built), so make sure your bridge is sitting straight before putting it on. The added weight could cause it to lean or shift if you're not careful, and that's not something you want to mess with. As for tuning accuracy, I haven't noticed any issues there. It doesn't seem to affect how the instrument holds tune (but I'm far from an expert). That said, I wouldn't recommend using it for every practice session. The muted sound makes it harder to catch your own mistakes and pick up on the finer details of your playing, but that's not what it's designed for anyway. If you need to practice at an inconvenient hour without bothering anyone, this does the job perfectly. It is a bit expensive but doing the work of a metallic one in a plastic shell seems worth it to me. ## Features - Artino Practice mute For violin / viola - Artino practice mute for VN / VA - Material: Metal covered with rubber Features: Retains the sound quality and protects the bridge - The only protective practice mute ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B006GCNUHQ | | Back Material Type | ラバー | | Best Sellers Rank | #4,937 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #13 in Violin Parts | | Body Material Type | Rubber | | Brand | Artino | | Brand Name | Artino | | Color | Gray | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 788 Reviews | | Finish Type | Metal | | Global Trade Identification Number | 04712389670311 | | Included Components | Practice Mute | | Instrument | Violin | | Item Dimensions | 3 x 2 x 1 inches | | Item Weight | 0.05 Kilograms | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 3 x 2 x 1 inches | | Manufacturer | Otto Musica | | Manufacturer Part Number | APM-01 | | Material Type | Metal, Rubber | | Model Number | APM-01 | | Number of Strings | 4 | | Operation Mode | Manual | | String Material Type | metall | | Top Material Type | Metall | ## Product Details - **Back Material Type:** ラバー - **Brand:** Artino - **Color:** Gray - **Finish Type:** Metal - **Instrument:** Violin - **Item Weight:** 0.05 Kilograms - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 3 x 2 x 1 inches - **Operation Mode:** Manual - **String Material Type:** metall - **Top Material Type:** Metall ## Images ![Practice Mute for violin/viola, Japanese import - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51k3raKSV0L.jpg) ![Practice Mute for violin/viola, Japanese import - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61vHnCv3E1L.jpg) ![Practice Mute for violin/viola, Japanese import - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51oXy8+wGWL.jpg) ![Practice Mute for violin/viola, Japanese import - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41qTm5ba7tL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: does it mute as well as the heavy metal mute?** A: Yes, this works amazing! This video of a girl playing with it on and off https://youtu.be/i8W5HT6AW60 helped me decide b/c you can totally hear the difference. They also compare how it sounds inside and outside a room w/ the door closed. Another benefit to this particular mute over the all metal one is that you don't have to worry about it damaging your violin if it happens to fall off, etc. **Q: Esta sordina sirve para Violonchelo?** A: Esa sordina es para viola o violΓ­n. La de Chelo es mΓ‘s grande debido al grosor la madera del puente. **Q: Can you loosen the screws so the mute will sit lower on a thicker bridge? You can adjust it to fit thicker bridges?** A: I don't think this mute is adjustable. But if you're thinking that it doesn't fit because you have a thicker bridge, that probably isn't the case. This mute just doesn't fit all the way over the bridge. It's normal for this mute to sit up high. **Q: Can this be used for cello as well?** A: I don’t think so due to the size difference in the bridge. You may want to Google cello mutes to double check! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just what I wanted! *by M***S on October 7, 2014* I have been searching for a good mute for my violin. I usually practice at night, as I work the night shift. I also work from home, so I usually practice at home. I live in apartments with very thin walls, so practicing at night is not very good for my neighbors. I started using a standard rubber mute, but I always liked the increased dampening of the metal mutes. Why? Because while the rubber mutes work well for preventing my neighbors from hearing me play, when my family comes over to stay for a few days, they can still hear me practicing with the rubber mute on. I always wanted a metal mute, because they dampen the sound extremely well. The trade off is that they change the sound of the violin. The change is noticeable enough for me to not like the metal mutes. This mute has been perfect for me. It mutes the sound of the violin like a metal mute, but it does not change the sound, like a rubber mute. The only issue I can think of with this is that you have to be careful because it does not fit the same way a rubber mute fits. You press down on a rubber mute a bit to sit it on the violin bridge, but for this, it is merely placed on the top of the bridge. It can seem to be loose, or not fit well, but it works fantastically and is secure. Also, some people complain this mute blocks their view of the finger board when they are playing. I can see the fingerboard perfectly with this mute on, and it does not obstruct my vision in any way when I am playing, but I feel the need to mention it here, as some people say this does happen with them. I am very satisfied with this purchase, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for substantial muting on their violin for practicing. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Does exactly what it's supposed to, no more, no less *by K***T on March 17, 2026* This mute has been a lifesaver for late night practice sessions. The volume reduction is real and noticeable, roughly comparable to an unplugged electric violin, maybe a touch more. Enough to keep the neighbors happy. Installation is simple, you just clip it onto the bridge, but there's one thing worth knowing: it's heavier than you might expect (and it's also very well built), so make sure your bridge is sitting straight before putting it on. The added weight could cause it to lean or shift if you're not careful, and that's not something you want to mess with. As for tuning accuracy, I haven't noticed any issues there. It doesn't seem to affect how the instrument holds tune (but I'm far from an expert). That said, I wouldn't recommend using it for every practice session. The muted sound makes it harder to catch your own mistakes and pick up on the finer details of your playing, but that's not what it's designed for anyway. If you need to practice at an inconvenient hour without bothering anyone, this does the job perfectly. It is a bit expensive but doing the work of a metallic one in a plastic shell seems worth it to me. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great mute *by S***L on March 17, 2023* It does a super job at what it is supposed to do...make your violin play quietly. The tone you get is very quiet, but without ruining to quality. I use hearing aids, and without my aids in my ears, I can almost not hear the instrument. And even with the hearing aids, it is super hush. So, no problems waking up people inside my home! Downside is that it rides really high on the bridge, which means it blocks all view of the contact range of the strings. Before you try using the mute, be proficient enough with your bow arm that you don't have to look at that, because you will not be able to see it. All in all, a very good mute. 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