If you force too hard or play too aggressively with the heavy metal mute, it will vibrate off and drop on your toes which is FAR from fun
@1stfiddlerman7 жыл бұрын
This has happened to me too. :( I now tap them down a bit harder. :)
@JeremiahFernandez5 жыл бұрын
i never thought i'd see the words _heavy metal_ and _aggressive_ in a comment about violins
@shinobi10143 жыл бұрын
@@JeremiahFernandez look up deathcore violin theres a dude shredding on an electric 7 string violin
@Gustavo_01073 жыл бұрын
this is because the space between the "teeth" of the mute is greater than the thickness of the bridge, I solved this by taking pliers and adjusting the space between the teeth of the mute and it worked perfectly
@rimbasaputra60982 жыл бұрын
@@shinobi1014 so, does it djent?
@wajang10008 жыл бұрын
Mutes definitely serve a useful purpose and maybe it's just me but I find they can present technical problems if I don't practise intelligently or play too long with them. With a mute I can play double stops with force and dynamics that might sound great, but without the mute, that type of bow and right hand finger and arm pressure will be way off the mark and dynamics will be entirely different.
@QTelectric20128 жыл бұрын
Honestly, the dark and mellow sound of the Ultra Practice Mute really got me into it as well as the need to get the Mute so I can practice with ease. I had no problem with it since my family can hear a little bit of sound but it's not too harsh for me since I thankfully can't wake my grandma up when she's sleeping at night. I was really lucky to get the Ultra Practice Mute since it's easier to handle and I didn't want to use the other two mutes in the case of ruining my violin's bridge, the sound from it while I'm practicing was worth it.
@user-yr8gx3ls9j8 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Now i know what i need to practice when my parents watching TV or sleep!
@wannabeserpento998 жыл бұрын
sick shredding
@estrojen36156 жыл бұрын
I feel like you just made this to show how awesome you are.
@dannainan5 жыл бұрын
And what's wrong with that, exactly? If someone is a great player, he's not going to play Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. Part of being an accomplished musician is showing how awesome one is. It brings pleasure to others, and motivates other musicians to practice harder so they can one day get as good themselves.
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
The best one, most effect on the violin, is the heavy metal mute. However, there could be some damage done to the bridge. I used it often in hotels and such on my good violin and am still using the same bridge after 15 years but a softer bridge would get some indentations. The biggest problem is when thick bridges and the heavy mute. The problem with the Ultra mute is that it doesn't quiet the violin sufficiently but it's a nice mute to have and helps a bit.
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
Well, the reason for using that metal mute is for the absolute quietest practice possible. While it doesn't sound great the violin will disturb your neighbors or family less than any other mute. This can come in handy when you can only practice while others are sleeping.
@Zefurion198811 жыл бұрын
The mute tutorial was great but i keep coming back to hear you play. That tune is addictive. Use that skill with care in future videos :D
@MrLuridan5 жыл бұрын
I just got both the Artino and metal mutes (from Fiddlershop), and they work really well. Spares my wife from listening to hours of jigs and reels! They also work really well on my Hardanger fiddle, which is very loud when not muted. Thanks for the video!
@1stfiddlerman5 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it. Both for you and your wife. ;) Enjoy!!! Fiddle on!!!
@doubleJmag11 жыл бұрын
Your videos are always so helpful! This one was especially helpful to me right now, because I just started learning a few months ago and didn't know there was the option to play in my apartment. Will be purchasing the ultra practice mute!
@1stfiddlerman12 жыл бұрын
@Deion6000 - I know. I might just use it on a regular basis to protect my ears. Plus I get a better feeling of the violin's true vibrations. Gives the fiddle a deep mellow tone. The metal mute was by far the most quiet. I think my video recorder actually automatically balanced the volumes though. I noticed a bigger difference when I was testing.
@irfanhossain15797 жыл бұрын
Here I m seeing your videos since last year and wanting a violin so bad. Unfortunately family doesn't approve and worse, I m broke... So best of luck to all those who can. :)
@1stfiddlerman7 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that. I wish I was able to help out. Maybe compose a real nice plea for donations on a site like www.gofundme.com/ :) Who knows, it may work out for you!!!
@irfanhossain15797 жыл бұрын
That's really supportive man. Thank you. May God help us all
@1stfiddlerman7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching the videos!!!
@alecziimacaronii22906 жыл бұрын
I feel you man
@1stfiddlerman12 жыл бұрын
Yes it would for sure. That steel mute is great.
@eskelmoser Жыл бұрын
Great video, right on the subject. Different mutes, quick comparison, fast transitions - exactly what ive been looking for. Thank you!
@1stfiddlerman Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it. I realized after making this video that the settings on my camera normalized the audio. Not a lot dynamic difference. What mute are you interested in?
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
They are more similar to the tourte mutes. More for an effect and little dampening rather than for a large decrease in sound.
@inkedoutmiss8 жыл бұрын
Wow...super jealous of the way you played so fast in the vid...I will be listening to you more often so I can remain motivated and practice everyday...I have only been playing for a month...but I love i...
@1stfiddlerman8 жыл бұрын
+inkedoutmiss Hope that I can help. For free advice and to get motivated, join our forum at www.fiddlerman.com/forum
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
It's not a stupid question at all. The ultra practice mute doesn't have 5 slots for the 5 strings. It would be quite easy to cut 5 slots in the right spot since they are made of rubber and it would definitely dampen the violin.
@kju884 жыл бұрын
In ordered the Artino mute and i just got it today! Works great! Thanks Fiddlerman!
@1stfiddlerman4 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome. I'm happy you like it.
@hoopgirl24512 жыл бұрын
why did it all still sound loud?
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
Hope so too. Good luck with your progress.
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
The heavy steel mute is more quiet. I realize it didn't come out as obvious on the video though. Hope you like the Ultra Practice Mute :-)
@zakaria99606 жыл бұрын
despite shaking your violin when you do vibrato , in my opinion your vibrato is one of the best ones i've heard i'm following in your footsteps shaking my violin like there is no tomorrow and the sound is silk and smooth thanks to your unique technique !! note : i'm starting to hear some hissing sounds when I play the violin specially the G string should I worry about that?
@1stfiddlerman6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Zakaria. It's OK to allow the violin to move/shake as long as it doesn't affect the sound negatively. It's good to be able to stabilize the instrument when needed. Being loose and relaxed is beneficial to your well being. :) Some people worry so much about the hissing sound which in most cases cannot be heard away from the violin. Many times you are the only one hearing it. If it bothers you, try to figure out where the hiss is coming from. Hissing sounds can be tough to locate. If you are super lucky, it could just be the string.
@zakaria99606 жыл бұрын
as long as it doesn't damage the violin i'm alright with it :D thanks for the assistance I really appreciate it man
@otryma8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. I'm about to move from a house to an apartment and need a mute for my fiddle. You have helped me make my decision.
@SamLamingWingsuit6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Fiddlerman. Love your videos and the info you give, and just listening to you play. Nice one!
@1stfiddlerman6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Sam!!!
@1stfiddlerman12 жыл бұрын
@Samlaren - I should have thought about that. I could have played the electric right after. Darn....Maybe I'll do another with the electric included. I'm pretty sure that the electric is quieter. It's solid.
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
I don't know how much quieter you can get it but dampening the vibrations will make if more quiet. You can test a heavy metal mute.
@ErikGPL12 жыл бұрын
I think it's sound even nicer with a mute, nice and soft.
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
Well, if you feel like the Cecilio is very loud than there won't really be a solution for you. You can probably mute the solid body Cecilio with heavy steel mute but it's already not vibrating that much so I'm not sure you'll be happy with that. My Zeta is about the same volume as the Cecilio when not amplified.
@MrRamazanLale25 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mel
@1stfiddlerman5 жыл бұрын
You are not the first person to say that. 😜 I'll take it!!!
@catlord695 жыл бұрын
the ultra practice mute sounds really cool
@1stfiddlerman5 жыл бұрын
I'm glad that you like it. 😁
@stew1485 жыл бұрын
This was quite helpful. I'm looking to get a practice mute because I'm beginning to get more serious about violin (like probably Lmas in the next year).
@ramoncitoramos24927 жыл бұрын
I wish I had that type of dexterity ........ Amazing you sound awesome Found an old Violin at home ( beginners ) so bought strings bow and rosin to get started im 34 so I know it will take a while to get it but
@1stfiddlerman7 жыл бұрын
Join our forum to get advice and great motivation. You'll love the members. Not a bunch of stuck up violinists. fiddlerman.com/forum/
@1stfiddlerman12 жыл бұрын
I see. The steel mute would probably work better but I'll have to check on sizes.
@fiddlefaddle111 жыл бұрын
I hear the difference very well. The metal one is really quiet.
@Vulpes9611 жыл бұрын
i really struggle to hear any difference >.< My brother HATES music, you wouldn't believe it, if i play the guitar, tin whistle, piano near him, even if i'm playing music with earphones in and he can hear it he hates it and gets mad at me. How good is the best mute? How far away would I have to be for him not to hear me at all? Would the same room, another room, upstairs, outside, be enough to block it completely? and if not completely, to what extent?
@lewgrill9 жыл бұрын
Your videos are excellent. Thank you.
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
Come to think of it, I think I might have had the auto level on cause I don't hear much difference either. :-(
@j2musicstar12 жыл бұрын
man u make that violin sound good ...will most def be learning from your videos
@1stfiddlerman12 жыл бұрын
@IHSANE1981 - I really can't say. However, a great violin is good for anyone. Why do you say that it is a great violin?
@1stfiddlerman12 жыл бұрын
I think it has to do with the setting on my camera to automatically adjust the volume. I will redo this and include an electric silent violin as well. If you want a quite mute be sure to get the thick steel mute. fiddlershop. com/accessories/mutes/gold-plated-brass-practice-mute.html
@jeaneaton27315 жыл бұрын
Holy moly.. you call those mutes? 😯😣 I was hoping to hear next to nothing. thanks for the review.
@Fiddlershop5 жыл бұрын
I used a setting that adjusts the level automatically. Check this review out by Michael O'Gieblyn: kzbin.info?o=U&video_id=oK_yrfUSlxM
@AmandaViolinGirl4 жыл бұрын
I have the ultra practice rubber mute. I don't want to get the metal one because I already have damaged a violin already when I had an epileptic seizure and would have no idea how much damage a metal mute could have done to my violin if there was a metal mute on it on that day.
@1stfiddlerman4 жыл бұрын
This is very true. I've been worried on a few occasions when the metal mute started loosening from the bridge.
@TaranJHook9 жыл бұрын
I wish I remembered where I read it, but it was a while back. I read that metal mutes can potentially damage steel strings and sometimes cause a buzzing sound? I opted for a rubber mute when I was at the store today, haven't tried it yet, but may change to a metal mute if I need something softer, and if the string damage/buzzing ordeal with the strings is just something I may have misunderstood.
@Alexander-iq5yq10 жыл бұрын
The Artino has a metal core, I believe. A good middle ground.
@TheTimothy81364 жыл бұрын
The metal mute is the best!!
@1stfiddlerman4 жыл бұрын
It's absolutely the mute that makes the biggest difference. 😁
@Anfxyz6 жыл бұрын
My mute's an Artino rubber with a heavy metal core. Best of all worlds. Except I could still use a quieter one, lol!
@1stfiddlerman12 жыл бұрын
@j2musicstar - Thanks :-)
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
If it's quieter it is just barely. I've played on them and can't recall it being more quiet.
@evhwolfgang200310 жыл бұрын
Fiddlerman said "heavy metal" haha thanks for the tips, brother. I got these weird wooden mutes at the local shop, and I'm afraid to push them down on the bridge. They had the metal ones too, so looks like its time to trade them in. My poor wife's sanity is on the line.
@pierreholstein53410 жыл бұрын
Yes, the heavy metal ;) mutes are way more quiet. You may avoid a divorce.
@bignatec10004 жыл бұрын
Hi, I’m a guitarist, finally getting around to learning the violin I have
@1stfiddlerman4 жыл бұрын
Nice. Good luck with it.
@bignatec10004 жыл бұрын
Fiddlerman I’ve always wanted to learn. I’ve taught myself instruments before, but it was always a noise issue with violin. I play brass too, and I recently got the Yamaha silent brass mute for my trumpet, so I’ve started playing trumpet again as well.
@NeciaGamez7 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this!!! Straight to the point, I like that!
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
Maybe tie a string to them. Maybe paint them with some kind of glow in the dark paint. LOL I don't know...... Great question though. Buy a ton of them from Fiddlershop. com
@isaiasfranca94314 жыл бұрын
Congratulations! You are very objective. Helped me a lot.
@1stfiddlerman4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for letting me know.
@Benjia77710 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Sorry for my English, what brand your violin is? I love the tone! Thank! And thanks for all videos you make, is really apreciate!!!
@1stfiddlerman10 жыл бұрын
Jan Larsson, Lima Sweden. :)
@evhwolfgang200310 жыл бұрын
Fiddlerman She's pretty :)
@MusicMike5129 жыл бұрын
I bought a metal mute (not the one from this website), and it doesn't fit like the rubber one does (I have a rubber one too). In fact it actually slides off very easily. The grooves on the metal mute doesn't seem to be long enough to secure it in place on the bridge. I don't see any size clarifications on the product either. Are there different kinds of metal mutes in terms of sizes? Or is my violin bridge just weird? My violin is a standard full size violin.
@MusicMike5129 жыл бұрын
Because it slides off so easily, I actually used clear tape to tape the mute to the sides of the bridge. Will that damage the violin at all, or should I just try to find another metal mute with bigger groove somehow?
@1stfiddlerman9 жыл бұрын
I usually tap the steel mutes down a bit harder to get them to stick. They are usually a bit on the narrow side. Your bridge could also be too thick.
@rebeccamartin157811 жыл бұрын
I'm moving into a high-rise and I don't know how thick or thin the walls are. I don't want to disturb my neighbors hardly at all since I practice at odd hours. Which mute would be best? I don't want to risk damaging my bridge.
@petree12 жыл бұрын
oh I'm 25 and I know i have to have a full but i have to work with what i have available as me and my sister don't live together i dont have access to hers
@PWL13714 жыл бұрын
I purchased he metal mute with a " plastics " coating . What ever they used worked ! Can play in an adjacent room and no complaints : ). Any interested Ill do a volume test.
@1stfiddlerman4 жыл бұрын
Nice. It's a relief to know that you can practice without disturbing others right?
@satinlover1411 жыл бұрын
its still amazing I hope I get as good as you.
@tanjasprenger66162 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!!!
@1stfiddlerman2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@Samlaren12 жыл бұрын
Does and unplugged electric violin go even lower in volume with these, or are there to few vibrations already to dampen?
@peacemakerao11 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video, thanks so much. I only heard these things existed last week; I wish I had known about them when I was starting out last year :-s
@hawkeye45410 жыл бұрын
Fiddlerman! What is the song you play a few times in this video? Starting at 00:39. Thanks so much and keep up the fantastic work!
@1stfiddlerman10 жыл бұрын
It's actually not a piece of any kind, rather a pattern with thirds.... Bunch of chords.....
@manuelgonzalez1587 Жыл бұрын
There are diferent sizes Or is just one ? You can use that thing for 4/4,3/4,1/2,?
@1stfiddlerman Жыл бұрын
We only carry one size for 4/4. I tested it on a 3/4 and 1/2 and it fit. However, they probably won't fit all 1/2 size violins. Depends on the spacing of the strings on the bridge. Also, if the bridges are not thin enough, you can't get the heavy metal ones down that far and there is a risk that they fall off and mark the varnish. The big rubber mutes are a better bet for fit. You can always cut a new slit on the big rubber mutes if so desired.
@littleripper31212 жыл бұрын
I am just starting the violin and so people in the house really don't want to hear me practice bowing for 45min straight haha. It also kind of stinks because when I get home from work on the weekends it's like 1am (restuarant job) and I can't play. Would the metal mute allow me to play in the basement without waking my parents?
@gambarohno8 жыл бұрын
Can the common metal mute be used for 3/4 violin? I want to buy one but I'm afraid it won't fit to my 3/4 violin.
@fiddlefaddle111 жыл бұрын
I can hear the difference completely. Everyone should do what Tampa Bay does each season. "Clean out your Buccaneers"! I wonder how many will not get that pun? :)
@cr35424 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I finally chose which mute to buy :)
@1stfiddlerman4 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it. :)
@1stfiddlerman12 жыл бұрын
The ones that we sell don't look like they will fit but I'll check. Also we may be able to get 3/4 size Artino's. How old are you? Maybe you need a full size violin. Check the size chart on my site. fiddlerman. com/what-size-violin-should-i-get/
@tmcg10118 жыл бұрын
Hi! Do you have a transcription or video breakdown of the lick you play in the mute video? I think I have the first part and am shooting for accuracy on 2nd half of the lick. Thanks for any help you can provide. Nice video and demonstration of mutes!
@OceansEnds11 жыл бұрын
this may be stupid but will a ultra practice mute work on a 5 strringed violin and will only effect 4 strings?
@marmiambre5655 Жыл бұрын
what about placing a sock under the strings?
@1stfiddlerman Жыл бұрын
That sounds like it would work too. 😂 I never tried it. You?
@rorirm8 жыл бұрын
How long should you play a new violin before you can add the mute?
@dannainan11 жыл бұрын
Magnificent playing!!! What piece or song is that?
@realviolinist24726 жыл бұрын
The violin looks like Eddy Chen’s Violin from 2setviolin
@MattStormage4 жыл бұрын
I bought an Artino mute but I can't really get it to fit on the bridge, only the middle parts touch the wood. I tried taking out the screws but it doesn't really change anything.
@1stfiddlerman4 жыл бұрын
It sounds like the bridge on your violin is too thick. You would benefit from having it thinned out. Or if you dare, to use a plane, scraper or file to thin it out. You can probably find great pictures online or dimensions describing what the optimal bridge looks like. Preferably if you have a local luthier that you can bring it to. Good luck.
@1stfiddlerman4 жыл бұрын
Down a bit on this article the guy says that he measures 1.3mm on the top. We at Fiddlershop thin the top by eye but after very much experience. Perhaps 1.3 is on the thicker side but a safe start. :)
@MattStormage4 жыл бұрын
@@1stfiddlerman Thank you, I'll see if I can get it done.
@satinlover1411 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this informal video. But please, tell me what song were you playing. It was amazing and I must know.
@Dylllea11 жыл бұрын
What about a magnetic mute? Does it work about the same as the rubber ones?
@channelterminatedbyuser8 жыл бұрын
I want to share something. In October I bought a new violin and suddenly I couldn't use my heavy metal mute because it snared on there. Today I put a piece of tissue handkerchief between bridge and mute and it doesn't snare anymore. ;o)
@1stfiddlerman8 жыл бұрын
+The Lady Is a Band Take a picture of the bridge for me. Perhaps the shape is not that good. The cloth perhaps keeps the steel mute from giving it's full effect, otherwise, GREAT!!!
@channelterminatedbyuser8 жыл бұрын
Maybe it mutes a wee bit less, but it's still a lot. Yes, the shape of the bridge is not ideal for the mute, but the new OPERA violin is also very much louder than my old STAGG, so there's more vibration going on. 3.bp.blogspot.com/-4vwsp-GH-hY/VnhgL9R1pEI/AAAAAAAAESI/823Go1F8ObQ/s1600/bridge.JPG
@1stfiddlerman8 жыл бұрын
+The Lady Is a Band Well I can't really see the thickness or how it was cut from that angle. Maybe if you take it from the side and a little from above.
@channelterminatedbyuser8 жыл бұрын
Fiddlerman I now prefer cotton from old underwear, which doesn't effect the sound. Paper tissue also produces a faint snare, although that's better than a snaring metal mute. But that little piece of fabric works great. This also protects the bridge from scratches. Bridge: 2.bp.blogspot.com/-NvxiqRNwtcs/Vnh8EwGwP5I/AAAAAAAAESk/3pPRHOEQkm4/s1600/DSC00143.JPG Muted bridge with cotton: 2.bp.blogspot.com/-lI4afK0tYjI/Vnh9ViQSbgI/AAAAAAAAESs/heapfkYWQQo/s1600/DSC00142.JPG
@1stfiddlerman8 жыл бұрын
+The Lady Is a Band It's a bit thick but I think if you pat it down you can get it to stay. If your method works there is no reason to change, I guess. :)
@tataata11 жыл бұрын
thanks for demonstration!
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome. :-)
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
Join our forum at Fiddlerman. com/forum We have very many members starting as adults, asking and giving advise. Great bunch of people.
@GryGroven11 жыл бұрын
I just wondered what the name of the metal mute is?
@channelterminatedbyuser9 жыл бұрын
How about covering the f-holes? I did some tinkering last night, involving plywood and felt-there are little wooden dents which exactly fit into the holes of the f. But I didn't know the mutes your showing here, so I could use both.... Shouldn't it also mute if I cover her body with felt, so it can't vibrate? I already did it on the bottom, plus jamming felt under the fingerboard. My f-hole mutes are anyway strapped on via elastic waistband, so I can fix fabric underneath already under those straps. I'm gonna sew her a nice little felt sweater.... Frankly, I had been practicing portato and staccato also at daytime, because of the neighbors. Because if I don't lift the bow she rings way louder. But I realized, that legato helps me more, because it connects the notes, strings and layers and I hear sooner how/where to avoid imprecise intonation. So I really had to mute her. My neighbors did not complain, but I hate to give them headaches. Screechy violin beginners are no fun to neighbors.
@1stfiddlerman9 жыл бұрын
Ex Tempore I'm sure that everything you do to dampen the vibrations will work. :) Good ideas!
@channelterminatedbyuser9 жыл бұрын
Fiddlerman Under the heavy metal mute it looks like there's still space for two clothespins, which could be great to play at late hours. I play various instruments, violin just since May 2, and I'm delighted how easy it is to mute a violin! Brass practice mutes are a pain because you really feel like blowing into a stuffed tube and this effects the embouchure a lot. The strings of a muted violin respond just as nicely as unmuted. I am really delighted.
@Fiddlershop9 жыл бұрын
Ex Tempore Glad you like it. Let me know if the clothespins help damper the violin even more. :)
@channelterminatedbyuser9 жыл бұрын
FiddlerShop I'm now there... anno1715.blogspot.com/2015/06/muted-stagg-violin-dominant-strings.html ...with my muting. I just looked at your muted violin again: it seems there is space enough for my modified pin under the heavy metal mute. I will test it out at the big JustMusic store in Berlin. Thanks for bringing up the mute topic in the first place! That's where I started.
@channelterminatedbyuser9 жыл бұрын
FiddlerShop Yesterday I tested a violin metal mute in the huge Berliner JustMusic store. The woman who gave it to me said, my clothespin wouldn't have any audible effect because the metal works with weight which stops 80% of the bridge's vibration. (Its brand is "Tonwolf", obviously German, tho I got the American "First Frets" too yesterday.) She was right, I didn't hear any difference if I added a (normal, unmodified wooden) pin to the metal. Although, if I use the pin without the metal, it has a striking effect. But it HAS a striking effect, if I use my self-made f-hole covers together with the heavy metal mute! That was CLEARLY to hear. My modified pin, with more wooden surface attached and felt, will probably be another sound option at daytime. I also tested a plastic mute with metal inside, but the plain metal works way better. I like the sound of the metal mute absolutely, it is very clear-somewhat like music of the spheres. I see zero problems to play violin even after midnight now. Since JustMusic grew so big, they have a lutier there. I was afraid he would scold or laugh at me, because of my self-made baroque bow, but he called me talented as a bow maker. He suggested a left-handed violin, but do people understand how I bond with my instruments? I just play her left handed and we get along fine. Anna is like a baby to me-they can't tell me to emotionally switch to another baby! And why is it a problem she is a 3/4? I'm very deep into baroque dance and maitres de danse had small violins. But I'm not complaining, they were very nice to me. People struggle to understand my kind of creativity, how I create functioning worlds with different rules. I revive 1715 and make it look real. We cannot dream all the time in life, but in music I have a right to live my dreams. ;o)
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
I got it in Key West. I love that poster. :-)
@LakanBanwa10 жыл бұрын
Fiddlerman Hi again! Would these mutes not be usable(exception of ultra practice mute) for 5 string violins? Are their bridges typically the same measurements just different cutouts, or are they different in measurements as well?
@1stfiddlerman10 жыл бұрын
Great question. Theoretically they should since the spread between strings is the same and the bridges are usually the same width for the contact to be right at the soundpost and bassbar. I'll have to test it out on Monday when I get back to fiddlershop. :)
@petree12 жыл бұрын
quick question. I'm using a 3/4 size violin to learn on because it was my sister's when she was very young but the only time i want to practice is usually after 1am. I just started and dont know much about bridges and what not, so what I'm asking is will the artino mute fit on the bridge for a 3/4 violin? i dont know if the bridges are the same sizes or not.
@chikadog80654 жыл бұрын
So cool
@1stfiddlerman4 жыл бұрын
😁
@monikachandra24875 жыл бұрын
It is quite quiet for me.. i would like to have some quiet type strings and this mute..
@1stfiddlerman5 жыл бұрын
The D'Addario Pro-Arte strings are pretty soft.
@hamidmobeen4663 жыл бұрын
using of mute do you any side effect on violin tune?
@1stfiddlerman3 жыл бұрын
The only negative that I have noticed is that you can get used to the mellow sound and feel as playing without is too harsh and become too careful when playing. As long as you play without the mute from time to time you get your violin to vibrate hard and keep it free..... :)
@punachuck15 жыл бұрын
What mute do you recommend for a 5 string fiddle? I've found nothing available commercially.
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
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@1stfiddlerman12 жыл бұрын
@ctsfiddler - Great idea. Maybe I should have shown that too. :-)
@melissanguyen24139 жыл бұрын
I'm interested in purchasing my first violin or viola, but I can't decide whether I should get an electric silent violin/viola or a standard acoustic one and a practice mute. Which is more quiet?
@1stfiddlerman9 жыл бұрын
melissa nguyen The solid body electric violin is more quiet but not as fun to play unless you use some fancy effect processors and amplifiers. You can always start on a solid body electric and get an acoustic later. I would recommend starting with a less expensive acoustical violin and buy a heavy steel mute to start.
@jerseystringer12 жыл бұрын
Are these mutes suitable for 1/2 or 1/4 size (child size) violins?
@1stfiddlerman11 жыл бұрын
Just some scales and chords.
@zidankay11 жыл бұрын
Thank you; very useful!
@Borhaps8 жыл бұрын
this is a stupid question but what song is he playing when he is testing the mutes
@simontagle8 жыл бұрын
Just a group of scales with the respective open string as fundamental note and a selection of double stops which allows to hear the diferent strings altogether. At high speed and with the use of chords with a lot of open strings (like the simplest of g major), it is possible to hear the maximum of resonant volume that is possible. He also tries some natural harmonics, to test the quality of sound (try to investigate, but the timbre of a determinate note is determined by the quantity and volume of the overtones that has that note; a "clean" sound like metalic strings has less overtones than a gut or sinthetic string, which sounds more "complex".