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[Raymond Horton]

derekbondy at comcast.net wrote:

>Hey Guys,
>I have always had a little trouble with mutes in that they squeak.  When you put them in or pull them out of the bell they squeak.  It's a pain when performing because it might be during a quiet section where the strings play.  Does anybody have a solution?  I'd appreciate it.
>
>peace,
>
>-derek
>  
>
Rub corks with rosin (bass rosin is best - the cheap stuff is fine).  If 
they get dry, occasionally spray a light mist of water.

RBH