Yamaha SB3X-2 - SILENT BRASS FRENCH HORN NEW BRASS RESONANCE MODELING TECHNOLOGY
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Essential Information About the Yamaha SILENT Brass SB3J Mute (Horn)
- Play (almost) silently: the attenuation is such that only a whisper escapes, ideal for practicing at any time without disturbing others.
- "Mute-free" sensation with headphones thanks to the Pickup Mute + Personal Studio STJ duo and the Brass Resonance Modeling.
- Two listening modes to choose from: a sound designed for the musician (Player) or for the listener (Audience), with adjustable reverb.
- Modern convenience: USB connection for recording or taking online lessons, without an external audio interface.
A Yamaha benchmark for free practice: the SILENT Brass range
With SILENT Brass, Yamaha has established itself as a key brand for brass instruments and their accessories by addressing a very concrete need: to practice long, often, and anywhere. The SB3J system represents this new generation focused on playing comfort, compactness, and sound realism. The set combines an "intelligent" mute (with internal microphone) and a dedicated processing module to provide a more natural perception through headphones, close to playing a horn without a mute.
For whom and in what playing contexts?
The Yamaha SILENT Brass SB3J is aimed at horn players of all levels, from conservatory musicians to professionals who need to maintain their practice routine while traveling. It is particularly suitable for apartment rehearsals, backstage warm-ups, work on intonation and endurance, as well as playing sessions with audio backing tracks via the auxiliary input. In terms of styles, it fits both classical (intonation, attacks, dynamics work) and brass band or orchestra music, whenever the goal is to practice without location constraints.
Sound and design
The Pickup Mute integrates an internal microphone designed to accurately capture the sound at the source while maintaining smooth playing and good intonation stability across registers. Its more compact and lighter format facilitates placement in the bell and improves the projection feel. In practice, it produces a more natural sound emission than a traditional mute, while the Personal Studio module recreates a more open, "breathable" listening experience through headphones, with an adjustable ambiance to avoid the closed sound sensation often associated with mutes.
Technical specifications
| Tone | F |
| Instrument | horn |
| Color | Black |
Questions frequently asked
Does the Yamaha SB3J mute allow practicing French horn in an apartment?
The Pickup Mute reduces the sound of the horn and its internal microphone sends the signal to the STJ module. The Brass Resonance Modeling Ver.2.0 technology provides a more open listening experience through the headphones, with adjustable reverb.
Which headphones and devices can be connected to the Silent Brass for horn?
The PHONES output accepts wired headphones or earphones, and stereo earphones are included. The AUX IN input allows adding an audio source, while the USB micro type-B port connects to a computer or mobile device via an adapter if necessary.
Is the mute suitable for a horn in F?
This model is designed for the horn in F and fits into the bell. Its compact design aims to maintain smooth playing and stable intonation across registers.
What are the Player and Audience modes on the STJ module?
The Player mode is optimized for the musician's perception through headphones. The Audience mode provides a sound designed to approximate the experience of a live listener.
How is the STJ module powered?
Power is supplied by two AA alkaline or nickel-metal hydride batteries, providing 3 V DC. The module measures 70.2 × 30 × 121.3 mm and weighs 112 g without batteries.
