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electing a Brass Mouthpiece
In selecting a brass mouthpiece one should strive for optimum tone quality
and accurate intonation.
All teachers and players of brass instruments, both professional and
amateur will beneft much by understanding the various parts or surfaces
of a brass mouthpiece and what functions each has only then can one
make intelligent and practical recommendations as to which mouthpiece
will produce the desired results with a particular player.
Often the best possible mouthpiece is an intelligent compromise. Every
teacher and player should strive for the optimum combination of the major
variables. When a player wishes for a better mouthpiece, I usually ask him
several questions. What mouthpiece are you using now? What diffculty,
if any, do you have with that mouthpiece? In what direction do you want
to go? A change of tone color? Increased range? Better intonation?
Increased endurance? The answers to these questions determine what new
mouthpieces should be used.
Renold O. Schilke
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Selecting a Brass Mouthpiece _________________ 4
The Schilke Mouthpiece Labeling System ______ 5
Cup Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Cup Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Rim Contour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Backbore. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Standard Mouthpiece Models _________________ 8
Trumpet/Cornet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
Heavyweight Trumpet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Trombone/Euphonium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-17
Tuba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Custom Mouthpiece Models _________________18
Symphony Series Trumpet . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-20
Symphony Series Cornet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Symphony Series Trombone. . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Faddis Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Concert Cornet Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Flugelhorn Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Concert Tuba Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Custom Mouthpiece Services ________________23
The complete essay How to Select a Brass Mouthpiece
by Renold O. Schilke from the original Schilke Mouthpieces
for Brass catalog is available for download as a .PDF fle at
www.SchilkeMusic.com.
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electing a Brass Mouthpiece...
Renold O. Schilke had a profound infuence on the development of brass
mouthpiece design and pedagogy in the 20th century. His wisdom and
insight have infuenced several generations of performers, educators and
students while setting the standard for other manufacturers. Today, Schilke
Music Products continues to offer the highest level of expertise in assisting
musicians when determining what mouthpiece might work best for their
playing needs.
It is important to remember that a quality sound is a musicians greatest
asset. The instrument acts as an amplifer for the vibration produced within
the mouthpiece. The mouthpiece is critical in determining the character
of the sound, response, and intonation along with
consistency of sound quality in all registers and
dynamic levels. A mouthpiece is created of
several components or variables that greatly
infuence a players sound. These variables include
rim contour or rim shape, inner rim diameter
or cup diameter, cup shape or cup volume, the
throat, the backbore and shank or stem. All of
these components play a major role in the fnal sound
production on a brass instrument. General knowledge
of these concepts and how they work can only assist
the player in selecting equipment that improves their
sound.
In addition to several new mouthpiece models from the
Schilke custom mouthpiece division, Schilke Music Products
continues to offer a unique mix of classic designs that
were a result of custom consultation with many notable
professional musicians and colleagues of Renold O.
Schilke. A labeling system was later developed to reference
each mouthpiece while describing the general resistance
variables of each model. The Schilke mouthpiece model
nomenclature offers information on the following primary
mouthpiece characteristics:
CUP DIAMETER
CUP VOLUME
RIM CONTOUR
BACKBORE
Understanding these variables will help a player make an
educated, musical choice in selecting a new mouthpiece.
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RIM CONTOUR
CUP VOLUME
BACKBORE
CUP DIAMETER
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he Schilke Mouthpiece Labeling System
When a standard model Schilke mouthpiece has a standard backbore, rim
and cup, only the cup diameter (frst number) is shown on the mouthpiece
to designate the model number. For example, in the case of the model #14
trumpet mouthpiece, it is only necessary to identify the mouthpiece with the
frst number because it has a standard C cup, standard 3 rim and standard
c backbore. It could be cataloged as a 14C3c but the nomenclature was
dropped, since the remaining variables are standard. The model 14A4a has
a shallower A cup, fatter 4 rim shape, and a tighter a backbore than the
#14 model.
Regarding the Schilke mouthpiece numbering system,
using the model 14A4a as an example:
refers to Cup Diameter= smallest numbers have the smallest
diameters. Diameter size increases as the number increases.
refers to Cup Volume
A. Small shallow
B. Medium small
C. Standard (medium size)
D. Medium Large
E. Large
refers to Rim Contour
1. Roundest
2. Semi-Round
3. Standard
4. Semi-fat
5. Flattest
refers to Backbore
a. Tight
b. Straight slightly more open
c. Standard
d. Medium Large- slightly curved out
e. Large
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CUP DIAMETER (First number in label 14A4a)
The frst number (i.e. 14) refers to the cup diameter; smaller numbers have
smaller diameters. Cup diameters increase as the model number increases.
Most trumpet and cornet mouthpieces have a cup diameter that falls
between .600 inch and .725 inch. Nos. 5 to 24 in the Schilke system
represents sections of .005 inches each between these two measurements.
This is also referred to as inner diameter (id).
Cup diameter or inner rim diameter is the most common way players
compare one mouthpiece to another. It is individual choice determined by
a players embouchure, experience, strength, instrument, personal playing
style or musical prerequisites. Generally, a small diameter may improve the
upper register and endurance but resonance and volume may be affected.
A narrow diameter may produce a strained sound without focus and
control if a player needs more room. A larger diameter allows the player to
vibrate a larger surface area of the lip into the bowl of the mouthpiece
thus providing more sound volume and depth of sound. However, this may
affect endurance and require more strength to maintain a balanced sound
in all registers.
CUP VOLUME (First letter in label 14A4a)
The frst letter or second character (i.e. A) refers to the cup volume, which is
classifed as a shallow volume cup shape. It is dropped from the model name
if it is the standard C cup shape and all remaining variables are standard.
A = Small cup most shallow
B = Medium small
C = Standard (medium size)
D = Medium large
E = Large
Cup volume helps determine tone quality, tone color, and intonation. In
general, deep cup mouthpieces produce the darkest sounds with more core
and less highs in the sound. In reverse, shallow cup mouthpieces produce
the brightest sounds with more high overtones present in the sound. This
aids in the production of the high register. The standard Schilke C cup is
a compromise, which offers both full tone and ease of sound production.
Resistance is also affected by cup volume. A shallow cup offers more
resistance to the player. Conversely, a deeper cup offers less resistance or
more freedom.
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RIM CONTOUR (Second number in label 14A4a)
The second number or third character (i.e. 4) refers to the rim contour of the
mouthpiece, which classifes it as a semi-fat rim contour.
1 = Roundest
2 = Semi-round
3 = Standard
4 = Semi-fat
5 = Only slightly rounded
The rim is the connection between the players body and the instrument.
This is critical because it is what you feel as the player and it is what
creates the seal. The thickness of the rim or bite of the inner diameter
can greatly affect response and articulation clarity. Generally, a rounder
rim will allow greater fexibility but sometimes tires the player sooner. The
location of the high point of the rim contour may change the way a player
perceives the cup width. A fat rim often feels the most comfortable but
tends to hold the lips in a fxed position, thereby reducing fexibility.
The #3 standard Schilke rim has the feel that most players prefer in a rim. It
has fat enough contour to distribute the slight pressure needed to provide
an air seal but is rounded slightly to offer increased fexibility. The fatter #4
rim provides cushion and comfort in the upper register.
BACKBORE (Second letter in label 14A4a)
The second (last) letter or fourth character (i.e. a) refers to the backbore,
which classifes it as a tight tapered backbore.
a = Tight
b = Straight
c = Standard
d = Slightly curved out
e = Large
x = Piccolo backbore
The backbore describes the taper or rate of change inside the mouthpiece stem
following the throat as it opens into the mouthpipe. As an extension of the
instruments mouthpipe, the backbore shape plays a signifcant role in sound
color, tone quality, intonation and resistance. A tighter tapered backbore offers
more brilliance and control while providing more resistance. This generally will
assist a player in the upper register. If the backbore is too small, the resulting
sound is stuffy and lacking resonance. A large backbore offers a darker,
thicker sound with more depth and volume but with less resistance. If there is
not suffcient backbore resistance, the resulting sound is harder to control and
intonation is less stable with the upper register being slighter sharper.
Schilke mouthpieces all come with standard backbores (c), which permit the
maximum in tone and range. Other backbores are available (letters a, b, d, e)
which may suit a particular need depending on the type of sound required.
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Brass Mouthpieces
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rumpet and
C
ornet
As is generally known, the diameter of the shank of a
cornet is smaller than that of a trumpet. Most Schilke
models are available for both the trumpet and cornet.
In general, a slightly larger cup and throat favors the
cornet tone.
When ordering Schilke mouthpieces please indicate
model nomenclature and whether a trumpet or cornet
mouthpiece is desired. If this information is omitted, a
trumpet mouthpiece will automatically be supplied.
Trumpet and Cornet Mouthpiece Descriptions
Model mm inches Description
5A4 15.84 .624 New Small cup diameter with shallow A
cup and semi-fat rim offers comfort and
resistance in the upper register.
6A4a 15.99 .630 A shallow A cup with cushion #4 rim for
extreme high register work.
7B4 16.08 .633 Excellent for the player with thin lips. A #4 rim
provides good endurance with a brilliant tone.
8A4 16.25 .640 The slightly funnel-shaped cup at the entrance
to the throat provides a good tone and the #4
semi-fat rim gives superior endurance.
8E2 16.15 .636 The deep funnel-shaped cup provides
a smooth tone and is very fexible in all
registers. Recommended for cornet players.
9 16.33 .643 Standard characteristics allow for a full
penetrating tone quality.
9C4 16.36 .644 Like the #9, however the #4 semi-fat rim
provides excellent endurance.
10A4a 16.43 .647 The combination of the shallow A cup, semi-
fat #4 rim and tight a backbore assists with
upper register work.
10A4 16.43 .647 Same as the 10A4a but with a standard c
backbore, which offers less resistance.
10B4 16.43 .643 A medium-small funnel-shaped B cup offers
both a quality sound and support in the upper
register.
11A 16.51 .650 This rim size and contour is similar to the #11
but with a shallower A cup.
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Model mm inches Description
11Ax 16.51 .650 This model was developed for the Schilke piccolo
trumpets. The x backbore improves the ease of
playing and opens up the sound on the piccolo.
Also available in a trumpet shank.
11C2 16.51 .650 Similar to the #11 featuring a slightly rounded
#2 rim contour.
11 16.53 .653 A superior mouthpiece with standard
characteristics for a free blowing mouthpiece.
11D4 16.58 .653 Slightly deeper than the #11 with a #4 semi-
fat rim, which provides a defnite cushion feel
for endurance.
11E 16.58 .653 The large funnel-shaped cup encourages a big
round tone, ideal for cornet.
12A4a 16.71 .658 Similar to the 12B4 but with a shallow A
cup, tight a backbore, which adds both
endurance and range.
12A4 16.71 .658 This mouthpiece is the same as a 12A4a but
with a standard c backbore.
12B4 16.71 .658 This medium-small conical B cup provides
a full tone and the #4 semi-fat rim allows for
more endurance.
12 16.69 .657 A traditional medium size mouthpiece that
includes a #3 standard rim and c backbore
allows the player a full spectrum of sound.
13A4a 16.76 .660 The shallow A cup, semi-fat #4 rim and tight
a backbore creates an ideal lead mouthpiece.
13A4 16.76 .660 Same as the 13A4a but with the standard c
backbore which allows a freer blowing feel.
13B 16.77 .660 This mouthpiece has a B cup that is slightly
deeper than the 13A4 and also offers a
narrower, round rim.
13 16.89 .665 New Ideal choice for a student or developing
player with standard #3 rim contour. Rounder
rim provides increased fexibility and quick
response. C cup offers volume for tone.
13C4 16.89 .665 A somewhat sharp inner-edge combined with
a funnel-shaped C cup offers a clear tone.
The #4 semi-fat rim adds increased endurance.
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Model mm inches Description
13D4 16.89 .665 New Best option for a player looking for a
thick, rich, weighted sound. Medium large D
cup offers a tone that is colorful with depth. #4
semi-fat rim affords comfort with sharper bite
for superior articulation clarity. Diameter ideal
for all players from student to professional.
14A4a 17.09 .673 One of our most popular mouthpieces, the 14A4a
offers a shallow A cup, semi-fat #4 rim and
tight a backbore allows a player a strong upper
register without sacrifcing tonal production.
14A4 17.09 .673 Same as the 14A4a but with a standard c
backbore which offers a more open feel.
14A4x 17.09 .673 Based on the popular 14A4a, this mouthpiece
creates a very open blowing feel with the large
x backbore. This backbore improves the ease
of playing and opens up the sound of our piccolo
trumpet. Also ideal for Eb soprano cornet.
14B 17.02 .670 Similar to the #14 but with a B (medium-
small) cup size.
14C2 17.02 .670 This C cup and #2 semi-rounded rim
produces a rather large tone and good center.
14 17.02 .670 With a standard rim, cup and backbore, the 14
is an excellent choice for all-around playing.
15A4a 17.14 .675 A larger diameter mouthpiece with a shallow
A cup and tight a backbore for upper
register playing. #4 semi-fat rim offers
comfort in upper register.
15A4 17.14 .675 Same as the 15A4a but with a larger c
backbore for an open feel.
15B 17.12 .674 With the same diameter as the #15, this mouthpiece
includes B style cup which produces a more
brilliant sound than the standard #15 mouthpiece.
15 17.12 .674 An excellent all-around mouthpiece which
offers a free blowing, clear sound.
15C4 17.14 .675 This mouthpiece is similar to the #15 but with
the #4 semi-fat rim for increased endurance.
16B4 17.20 .677 New Same as the #16C4 except the shallower,
medium-small B cup offers more resistance,
providing a brighter quality of sound. The 16B4
is excellent choice for Eb trumpet when a player
requires a bigger rim diameter.
16C4 17.20 .677 Similar to the 16 in dimensions, this
mouthpiece offers our #4 semi-fat rim for a
more traditional feel and increased endurance.
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Model mm inches Description
16 17.20 .677 With all the standard Schilke characteristics,
this medium-large diameter mouthpiece
produces a full, free blowing quality.
16C2 17.20 .677 This model offers the same options as the 16, but
instead offers a #2 rim for increased fexibility.
17B4 17.33 .682 New Well suited for the player looking for a
shallower cup in a larger diameter. Medium-small
B cup offers more brilliance for projection with
#4 semi-fat rim for comfort.
17 17.33 .682 A compromise of all the medium
characteristics, this mouthpiece is an excellent
medium to large diameter mouthpiece.
17D4 17.33 .682 This mouthpiece includes a deeper D cup
and #4 semi-fat rim for improved endurance.
17D4d 17.33 .682 A larger blowing mouthpiece than the 17D4
because of the increase d backbore.
18B4 17.52 .690 New Ideal for a classical player looking for
a commercial sound, the medium shallow
cup and semi-fat rim provide resistance and
comfort for upper register playing. Cup shape
offers some sparkle in the sound with enough
volume for tone.
18 17.52 .690 The high point of the rim is closer to the
center, which makes this mouthpiece feel
smaller than it is. The standard characteristics
produce a rich, brilliant tone.
18C3d 17.52 .690 Similar in dimension to the 18 but with a larger
d backbore producing a large, teutonic tone.
19 17.65 .695 The C cup, #3 rim and standard c
backbore are similar to the #20 but with a
slightly smaller diameter.
20 17.78 .700 This large diameter is for the robust
embouchure. Original mouthpiece of choice
for Renold O. Schilke.
20D2d 17.73 .698 Similar to the #20 in diameter but includes a
larger D style cup, #2 semi-round rim and
larger d backbore.
22 18.03 .710 Similar to the #20 but with a larger inside
diameter.
24 18.29 .720 Our largest cup diameter offered. This
mouthpiece provides a huge volume of sound.
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eavyweight
T
rumpet
Mouthpieces
A Heavyweight profle trumpet mouthpiece option is available
in the following best selling rim sizes only. The additional mass
provides a darker focused sound, with more secure slotting and
increased projection at louder dynamic levels.
Heavyweight Trumpet Mouthpiece Descriptions
Model mm inches Description
6A4a 15.99 .630 Small diameter mouthpiece with shallow A
cup and cushion #4 rim.
13A4a 16.76 .660 The shallow A cup, semi-fat #4 rim and tight
a backbore creates an ideal lead mouthpiece.
13 16.89 .665 Rounder rim provides increased fexibility and
quick response. C cup offers volume for tone.
14A4a 17.09 .673 A shallow A cup, semi-fat #4 rim and tight
a backbore for lead work.
14 17.02 .670 With a standard rim, cup and backbore, the 14
is an excellent choice for all around playing.
15A4a 17.14 .675 A larger diameter mouthpiece with our A cup
and tight a backbore for upper register playing.
15 17.12 .674 An excellent all-around mouthpiece with
standard C cup and #3 rim.
16C4 17.20 .677 A standard cup and #4 semi-fat rim for a more
traditional feel.
17 17.33 .682 A standard cup and #3 rim, this model is well
suited for both classical and jazz styles.
18 17.52 .690 A larger diameter mouthpiece with our standard
C cup and #3 rim. Ideal for symphonic work.
20 17.78 .700 This large diameter is for the robust emboucure
and offers a huge volume of sound.
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H
orn Mouthpieces
French Horn Mouthpiece Descriptions
Model mm inches Description
27 16.25 .640 A narrow diameter and thin rim creates a
special mouthpiece for the frst horn player.
28 16.15 .636 A true French model mouthpiece having a
small cup and throat that defnitely favors the
high register. Recommended for the Descant
Horn.
29 17.53 .690 Offers a balanced option that is very
adaptable to both the younger player and
the professional needing a stronger upper
register with a large rim diameter, standard
rim contour, cup, and smaller bore.
30B 16.92 .666 This model was designed with a smaller B
style cup and thin, fat rim.
30 17.03 .670 The original Farkas Model, the wide rounded
rim and fairly deep cup makes the 30 a good all-
around mouthpiece for the experienced player.
30C2 17.03 .670 New Based on a standard design, this
mouthpiece has an excellent response in
high or low range and a free-blowing feel.
Recommended for both professional and
developing players alike.
31 17.14 .675 This model has a V shaped cup, thicker
standard rim and a slightly larger diameter to
aid in producing a greater volume of sound.
31B 17.40 .687 A wide rim with a higher center point and a
medium depth bowl shaped cup produces a
rich, dark tone.
31C2 17.43 .688 The 31C2 has a very thin rim and medium-
large cup offering a great volume of tone.
32 17.83 .702 The extra large cup diameter, cup volume, and
backbore produces a rich, dark tone color.
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uphonium and
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ass
S = Small shank for Tenor Trombone, Baritone or Euphonium
L = Large shank for Large Bore Tenor Trombone, Baritone
or Euphonium
E = European shank for Euphonium
B = Bass Trombone
Tenor Trombone, Euphonium and Bass Mouthpieces
Model mm inches Description Shank
40B 22.51 .886 Extremely small inner rim diameter and
shallow B cup. This mouthpiece, with
its wide-rounded rim, works well for the
trumpet player who doubles on trombone.
S
40 22.53 .887 Since the cup diameter is small, the upper
register is improved. In addition, the tone
has considerable projection. It is excellent
for the bass trumpet and valve trombone.
S
42B 22.99 .905 Contour prole this mouthpiece is well
suited for the small tenor trombone and
lead/commercial playing.
S
42 23.22 .914 Slightly larger diameter and deeper than the
42B, the 42 features a standard C cup.
S
43A 23.57 .927 Contour prole this mouthpiece was
designed for the lead trombone player
desiring an easy high register.
S
44E4 24.28 .956 Though a small cup diameter, this
mouthpiece offers a very deep E cup
and semi-fat #4 rim.
S L
45B 24.30 .956 Contour prole designed for the lead
trombone player with a larger cup volume
than the 43A.
S
45 24.38 .960 The semi-fat rim has a high point close
to the center of the mouthpiece, which
allows for a great deal of fexibility. Ideally
suited for the beginning trombone player.
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46 24.54 .966 Slightly larger than the 45, this is also a
good beginners mouthpiece.
S L
46D 24.76 .975 The cup diameter and volume is slightly
larger than the 46, producing a full,
resonant tone. Also recommended for the
younger baritone/euphonium player.
S L
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uphonium
Model mm inches Description Shank
47B 24.87 .979 Contour prole This mouthpiece is a
good all-around mouthpiece for the jazz
player that is requiring quick response and
a resonant high register.
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47 24.99 .984 For both professionals and students alike,
this outstanding mouthpiece combines
good response with superior tone quality
and intonation.
S L
47C4 25.10 .988 Like #47 but with a slightly wider, semi-fat
#4 rim.
S L
50 25.40 1.00 Particularly adapted to the medium and large-
bore tenor trombones. The Schilke standard
options make this a fne all-around mouthpiece.
S L
50C4 25.40 1.00 New The medium-deep cup and medium-
wide rim make this mouthpiece an outstanding
choice for medium and large-bore tenor
trombones, combining a rich, full sound with
a high level of effciency and playability.
S L
51B 25.63 1.010 This mouthpiece incorporates a large
diameter with a medium-small B cup
and small throat.
S L
51 25.63 1.010 A large bowl shaped cup producing a rich
tone quality. Ideally suited for large bore
tenor and orchestral performers.
S L E
51C4 25.63 1.010 Similar to the #51 with a slightly shallower
cup, smaller throat and semi-fat #4 rim.
S L
51D 25.55 1.005 One of our most popular, this mouthpiece
offers a very large D cup and is excellent for
the strong player. It is particularly suited for
the Euphonium, producing a full dark tone.
S L E
52 25.78 1.015 Slightly larger diameter than the 51, this
mouthpiece produces a slightly broader sound.
S L
52D 25.78 1.015 Like the 51D, the large D cup makes this
mouthpiece ideal for symphonic trombone
playing. Also a good choice for the Euphonium
player requiring a larger diameter than the 51D.
S L E
52E2 25.91 1.020 With its extremely deep E cup and
narrower, rounder #2 rim, this mouthpiece an
ideal symphonic choice for the robust player.
Also a good choice for Euphonium player
requiring more cup volume than the 52D.
S L
53 26.24 1.033 This combination of large cup diameter
and bowl shape is widely favored by those
who desire a rich full sound.
S L
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Model mm inches Description Shank
57 26.52 1.044 This model is an excellent choice for those
who play tenor and bass trombone.
B
58 27.68 1.090 A highly recommended mouthpiece for
those who double on tenor and bass, and
the full-time bass trombonist, combining
both good intonation with great lower
and upper registers.
B
59 28.52 1.123 An outstanding mouthpiece for the the
full time bass trombonist offering a full,
powerful deep sound with excellent all-
around response.
B
60 29.03 1.143 Our largest bass mouthpiece offering a full
body of sound for the experienced player.
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uba
M
outhpieces
Tuba Mouthpiece Descriptions
Model mm inches Description
62 31.85 1.254 A superior standard mouthpiece with a good
centered sound and easy response in the high
and low register with good intonation. Also
recommended for Eb or F tuba.
66 31.52 1.241 Designed from the original Helleberg, this
mouthpiece offers a smaller inside cup
diameter but still produces a rich tone quality
with a wealth of volume.
SH 31.84 1.253 This Schilke Helleberg model offers a rim
contour that is different from our #66. This
mouthpiece produces a sound that is clear and
dark.
67 32.41 1.276 Similar to the SH model, but slightly larger.
The contour is also similar to the #66 but
offers improved tonal response.
69C4 32.76 1.290 With a very comfortable rim and cup that is
not too deep, the 69C4 offers an excellent
characteristic sound and facilitates all registers
of the instrument.
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Brass Mouthpieces
Schilke Custom Mouthpieces are
produced by our custom mouthpiece
division and are built one at a time.
Designed by professional players
along with the staff at Schilke, these
models will offer different cup, rim,
and shank sizes not available in the
standard Schilke mouthpiece line.
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Symphony Series
Utilizing concepts from the standard Schilke
mouthpiece line, the Symphony Series
models for trumpet, cornet, and trombone are
large diameter mouthpieces offering a deep,
vibrant sound with a well-focused center. They were
developed to meet the demands of the modern
orchestral player and have comfortable rim shapes
that provide a nice clarity in attack.
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ymphony
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eries

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rumpet Mouthpieces
Symphony Series Trumpet
Mouthpiece Descriptions
Symphony Series #1 Rim Comparison=Schilke 19/20 or 1C
M1 Standard bowl shape C cup with a 24 throat and Schmitt
backbore. Excellent all around mouthpiece for both C and Bb
trumpet.
M1D Standard bowl cup with 24 throat and TIGHTER Schmitt backbore.
Very good option for either Bb or Eb trumpet playing.
M1* The * models share same rim and cup as the M and MD
models. They have a LARGER Schmitt backbore with a shorter
throat that creates less resistance and a more open feel.
D1 Deeper bowl shape cup that still provides feedback for control.
The D cups have a smaller version of the Schmitt backbore,
tighter to balance the deeper cup.
F1 The F models offer a deep V shape cup that provides darker,
warmer, more conical color allowing one to project at full capacity
but maintain a soft mellow sound. These models utilize a shorter
shank to compensate for cup volume plus a larger throat size &
backbore taper.
Symphony Series #150 Rim Comparison=Schilke 18 or 1.25C
M150 Slightly smaller 150 Rim diameter, standard bowl shape C cup,
24 throat and Schmitt backbore.
M150D Slightly smaller 150 Rim diameter, standard bowl shape C cup,
24 throat and TIGHTER Schmitt backbore.
M150* LARGER Schmitt backbore with a shorter throat in a 150 rim
diameter. More open feel.
D150 Deeper bowl shape cup in 150 rim diameter.
F150 F cup model with shorter shank in 150 diameter. Offers a dark,
mellow sound.
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Symphony Series #2 Rim Comparison=Schilke 16C4/17 or 1.5C
M2 Slightly smaller 2 Rim diameter, standard bowl shape C cup, 24
throat and Schmitt backbore.
M2D Slightly smaller 2 Rim diameter, standard bowl shape C cup, 24
throat and TIGHTER Schmitt backbore.
M2* LARGER Schmitt backbore with a shorter throat in a 2 rim
diameter. More open feel.
M2X This model has the rim, throat, and backbore of a M2 but the cup
shape of the M1 for slightly more cup volume.
D2 Deeper bowl shape cup in 2 rim diameter.
F2 F cup model with shorter shank in 2 diameter. Offers a dark,
mellow sound.
Symphony Series #3 Rim Comparison=Schilke 15/14 or 3C
M3 Slightly smaller 3 Rim diameter, standard bowl shape C cup, 24
throat and Schmitt backbore.
M3D Slightly smaller 3 Rim diameter, standard bowl shape C cup, 24
throat and TIGHTER Schmitt backbore.
M3* LARGER Schmitt backbore with a shorter throat in a 3 rim
diameter. More open feel.
D3 Deeper bowl shape cup in 3 rim diameter.
F3 F cup model with shorter shank in 3 diameter. Offers a dark,
mellow sound.
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Model Description
V1 Rim Comparison=Schilke 19/20 or 1C
V150 Rim Comparison=Schilke 18 or 1.25C
V2 Rim Comparison=Schilke 16C4/17 or 1.5C
V3 Rim Comparison=Schilke 15/14 or 3C
A deep traditional V shaped cup along with a larger rim diameter,
intended for the player looking for the customary warm, rich cornet
sound in the British band style while providing the required resistance
and focus when playing fortissimo in the upper register.
Symphony Series Cornet Mouthpieces
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Symphony Series Trombone Mouthpiece Descriptions
Symphony Series 5.1 Rim Comparison = Schilke 51/ 5G
M5.1 A medium shallow cup that provides more brilliance, and
projection due to additional high overtones in the sound core.
D5.1 A standard cup shape that provides a deeper bottom to the sound
core and excellent articulation clarity. Resistance variables are ideal
for a principal player.
D5.1* For a more open feel with additional depth to the sound and
greater fexibility, the standard cup with a tapered throat provides
slightly less resistance than the D5.1 model.
Symphony Series 5.2 Rim Comparison = Schilke 52/ 4G
M5.2 A medium shallow cup that provides more brilliance with a larger
rim diameter than the 5.1 models.
D5.2 A standard cup shape that provides a deeper bottom to the sound
core.
D5.2* Standard cup with tapered throat. More open than D5.2.
Symphony Series 5.3 Rim Comparison = Schilke 53/ 3G
M5.3 A medium shallow cup that provides more brilliance with a larger
rim diameter than the 5.2 models.
D5.3 A standard cup shape that provides a deeper bottom to the sound
core.
D5.3* Standard cup with tapered throat. More open than D5.3.
Symphony Series 6.0 Rim Comparison=Schilke 60/1G
M6.0 This deep cup is similar to a standard 59 model yet maintains the
rim diameter of a 60. It includes a large Schmitt backbore and
more open O throat. It is an effcient, even playing mouthpiece
that provides brilliance for maximum projection when desired.
D6.0 Slightly more open feel than a standard Schilke 60 while
maintaining the same rim diameter. It includes a large Schmitt
backbore and more open O throat. Maintaining effciency, this
extra large bowl provides more depth to the sound core with
clarity and consistency at all dynamic levels.
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Faddis Model (XL Heavyweight)
An extra large Heavyweight trumpet
mouthpiece, this models design is based on
the mouthpiece used by legendary jazz artist, musician, conductor, composer
and educator Jon Faddis for his Schilke S42L Faddis Model set-up. JFXL
inner rim equivalent = Schilke 11 with an extra shallow cup.
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Concert Cornet Series
Based in design on several of our best selling rim
sizes, these mouthpieces offer a deeper traditional
British style cup, which is V shaped. Available in 6E4, 13E4, 14E4, 15E, 16E4,
17E, 18E and 20E rim sizes, these models offer a warm, rich, true cornet sound
with a balanced resistance while maintaining articulation clarity.
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Flugelhorn Series
The fugelhorn requires a deeper cup and larger
throat than a trumpet or cornet mouthpiece.
The Flugelhorn Series feature a deep V-shaped
cup, large throat and backbore with a American shank for a soft, dark tone in
the following sizes: 6F4, 13F4, 14F4, 15F, 16F4, 17, 18F and 20F.
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Concert Tuba Series
SH-II The Helleberg SHII is made along the
same lines as the 66,67, and standard Helleberg.
It has the same Helleberg-style cup shape with
the same inside diameter as the 69C4 (32.76 mm), a slightly tighter throat
and standard backbore.
SH-IIF The Helleberg SH-IIF has the same rim as the Helleberg SH-II but
with a shallower bowl-shaped cup to accommodate the smaller F tuba. The
throat is smaller than the SH-II. The backbore is slightly larger, similar to a
Schmitt shape that opens up quicker under the throat to reduce resistance.
GEIB The Geib model has the same inside diameter as the Helleberg SH-II
with a modifed rim contour. The Geib cup is more bowl-shaped and slightly
shallower than the SH-II. The entrance to the throat is tighter yet it shares
the same throat size as the SH-II with a standard backbore.
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STEM ALTERATION
CUP ALTERATION
BACKBORE ALTERATION
THROAT ALTERATION
RIM ALTERATION
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ervices
The Schilke Custom Mouthpiece Division can make modifcations or alterations
to a mouthpiece that may improve response, intonation, and articulation
clarity or adjust sound color and depth. These adjustments can make the
difference for the player in accomplishing their individual musical goals.
We offer the following services:
Modication Modifying an
existing mouthpiece.
o Rim Alteration
o Cup Alteration
o Enlarge throat
o Enlarge Backbore
o Stem Alteration
Duplication We can make
a digital or manual copy of a
mouthpiece or key components
(i.e. rim, throat, cup, or backbore)
upon request.
Custom-Built to Order Blending
aspects of different mouthpieces
to create something new, unique
and built to your personal
specifcations.
Threading Mouthpiece threading
in a variety of confgurations.
Plating Mouthpiece re-plating
services available on request.
Consultation Personal
consultation by phone, email or
factory appointment.
We welcome visitors to the Schilke factory. Please call in advance to schedule
an appointment.
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uarantee
All SCHILKE products are guaranteed against defects in materials and
workmanship. PLATING, which is the best that we can obtain, is not included
in the guarantee.
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