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The new HD series of trumpets were developed to offer a dar ... Read more

The new HD series of trumpets were developed to offer a darker core of sound with superior articulation clarity. Completely new design elements include a square shaped tuning slide bow and a re-designed mouthpipe taper and receiver. In addition to these features, the construction and design of the HD bell creates a solid, secure feel with incredible tonal depth. These new models are recommended for classical as well as jazz/commercial players alike. HD trumpets are offered in silver plate, 24K gold plate, raw brass or lacquer finishes.Features: Model S22HD Bb Trumpet Bore: .463" (11.75mm) Bell: ML - 4 7/8" Hand Hammered Yellow Brass with #2 taper Minimize

The new HD series of trumpets were developed to offer a dar ... Read more

The new HD series of trumpets were developed to offer a darker core of sound with superior articulation clarity. Completely new design elements include a square shaped tuning slide bow and a re-designed mouthpipe taper and receiver. In addition to these features, the construction and design of the HD bell creates a solid, secure feel with incredible tonal depth. These new models are recommended for classical as well as jazz/commercial players alike. HD trumpets are offered in silver plate, 24K gold plate, raw brass or lacquer finishes.Features: Model S32HD Bb Trumpet Bore: .460" (11.68mm) Bell: ML - 4 7/8" Hand Hammered Yellow Brass with #2 taper Minimize

Schilke MouthpieceSchilke Mouthpiece Numbering SystemsThe S ... Read more

Schilke MouthpieceSchilke Mouthpiece Numbering SystemsThe Schilke method of mouthpiece labeling has been designed to assist the student, teacher, amateur and professional in selecting a mouthpiece to meet the needs of the player. All mouthpieces come with standard rim shapes, cup volumes. and backbores unless shown otherwise on the mouthpieces. Further explanation of the Schilke numbering system can be found below. Using this method it is possible for the player to know the characteristics of any mouthpiece.Example9C3c (trumpet mouthpiece)9 refers to the CUP DIAMETER Smallest numbers have smallest diameters C E. Large C refers to the CUP VOLUME A. Small Cup B. Medium-small C. Standard (medium size) D. Medium-large E. Large 3 refers to the RIM CONTOUR 1 Rounded 2 Semi-rounded 3 Standard 4 Semi-flat 5 Only slightly rounded c refers to the BACKBORE a. Tight b. Straight c. Standard d. Slightly curved out e. Large When a Schilke mouthpiece has a standard backbore, rim and cup, only the cup diameter (first number) is shown on the mouthpiece. In the example above only the #9 is necessary to identify the mouthpiece because the C is the standard cup volume, 3 is the standard rim, and c is the standard backbore. Whenever measurements differ from the standard sizes the alterations are shown on the mouthpiece.CUP DIAMETER (First number in label)Most trumpet and cornet mouthpieces have a cap diameter that falls between .600" and . 725". Nos. 1 to 25 in the Schilke system represent sections of .005" each between these two measurements. Cup diameters for mouthpieces other than trumpet and cornet are relative to each other with the smallest numbers representing the smallest diametersCUP VOLUME (First letter in label)In general the deep cup mouthpieces produce the darkest sounds. In reverse the shallow cup mouthpieces produce the brightest sounds and also aid in the production of the high register. The Schilke "C" cup is a comprise which offers both full tone and ease of production. Minimize

The new HD series of trumpets were developed to offer a dar ... Read more

The new HD series of trumpets were developed to offer a darker core of sound with superior articulation clarity. Completely new design elements include a square shaped tuning slide bow and a re-designed mouthpipe taper and receiver. In addition to these features, the construction and design of the HD bell creates a solid, secure feel with incredible tonal depth. These new models are recommended for classical as well as jazz/commercial players alike. HD trumpets are offered in silver plate, 24K gold plate, raw brass or lacquer finishes.Features: Model S32HD Bb Trumpet Bore: .460" (11.68mm) Bell: ML - 4 7/8" Hand Hammered Yellow Brass with #2 taper Minimize

Model 16C2 The 16C2 offers: An "C" Medium Cup A Semi-Rou ... Read more

Model 16C2 The 16C2 offers: An "C" Medium Cup A Semi-Roun #2 Rim Contour A "C" backbore, the standard Schilke backbore. The 16C2 offers all the great standard Schilke characteristics, this medium-large diameter mouthpiece produces a full, free blowing quality with the #2 rim for increased flexibility. Cut for Bob Reeves Sleeves System. Mouthpiece Complete with #5 Sleeve Cup DIAMETER 17.20mm (.677") Minimize

The new HD series of trumpets were developed to offer a dar ... Read more

The new HD series of trumpets were developed to offer a darker core of sound with superior articulation clarity. Completely new design elements include a square shaped tuning slide bow and a re-designed mouthpipe taper and receiver. In addition to these features, the construction and design of the HD bell creates a solid, secure feel with incredible tonal depth. These new models are recommended for classical as well as jazz/commercial players alike. HD trumpets are offered in silver plate, 24K gold plate, raw brass or lacquer finishes.Features: Model S32HD Bb Trumpet Bore: .460" (11.68mm) Bell: ML - 4 7/8" Hand Hammered Yellow Brass with #2 taper Minimize

Model 12B4 The 12B4 offers: A "B" Medium small A Semi-fl ... Read more

Model 12B4 The 12B4 offers: A "B" Medium small A Semi-flat #4 Rim Contour A "C" backbore, the standard Schilke backbore. The 12B4 with its medium-small conical "B" cup provides a full tone and the #4 semi-flat rim allows for more endurance. Cut for Bob Reeves Sleeves System. Mouthpiece Complete with #5 Sleeve Cup DIAMETER 16.71mm (.658") Minimize

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Model 6A4a The 6A4a "Bill Chase Model" is a great extreme ... Read more

Model 6A4a The 6A4a "Bill Chase Model" is a great extreme high register mouthpieces, the 6A4a offers: An "A" shallow cup A cushion #4 rim An "a" backbore that allows a player a strong upper register without much loss of good tonal production. Cut for Bob Reeves Sleeves System. Mouthpiece Complete with #5 Sleeve Cup DIAMETER 15.99mm (.630") Minimize

Model 10B4 The 10B4 offers: A "B" Medium small A Semi-fl ... Read more

Model 10B4 The 10B4 offers: A "B" Medium small A Semi-flat #4 Rim Contour A "C" backbore, the standard Schilke backbore. The 10B4 unique medium-small funnel-shaped "B" cup offers both a quality sound and support in the upper register. Cup DIAMETER 16.43mm (.643") Minimize

The Schilke Trombone Bass Trombone MouthpiecesIdentificatio ... Read more

The Schilke Trombone Bass Trombone MouthpiecesIdentification LevelsNumbers 40 through 53 for tenor trombone baritone and euphonium. The numbers 57 through 60 are for the Bass tromboneNumbering SystemWhen a Schilke mouthpiece has a standard backbore, rim and cup, only the cup diameter (first number) is shown on the mouthpiece. In the example above only the 9 is necessary to identify the mouthpiece because the C is the standard cup volume, 3 is the standard rim, and C is the standard backbore. Whenever measurements differ from the standard sizes the alterations are shown on the mouthpiece.CUP DIAMETER (First number in label)Most trumpet and cornet mouthpieces have a cap diameter that falls between .600 and .725. Numbers 1 to 25 in the Schilke system represent sections of .005 each between these two measurements. Cup diameters for mouthpieces other than trumpet and cornet are relative to each other with the smallest numbers representing the smallest diameters.CUP VOLUME (First letter in label)In general the deep cup mouthpieces produce the darkest sounds. In reverse the shallow cup mouthpieces produce the brightest sounds and also aid in the production of the high register. The Schilke C cup is a comprise which offers both full tone and ease of production. In switching from one instrument to another i.e., Bb trumpet to D trumpet, it is usually good to use a mouth piece that is .025 shallower in the cup volume with all other dimensions remaining the same. The higher the instrument is, the shallower the cup should be. A player who needs primarily a good range without sacrificing much tone can consider a hollow mouthpiece with a widened 2nd cup. The shallow 1st cup affords support in the top register and the widened 2nd cup allows a full tone.RIM CONTOUR (Second number in label)The 3 Schilke rim has the feel that most players prefer in a rim. It has flat enough contour to distribute the slight pressure needed to provide an air seal but is rounded slightly to offer increas Minimize

Model 18C3d The high point of the rim being nearer to the ... Read more

Model 18C3d The high point of the rim being nearer to the center makes this mouthpiece feel smaller than it is. The 18C3d features a larger "d" backbore producing a big, teutonic tone. The 18C3d offers: An "C" Standard (medium size) cup A Standard #3 Rim Contour A "d" backbore that allows a player a strong, big, teutonic tone. Cut for Bob Reeves Sleeves System. Mouthpiece Complete with #5 Sleeve Cup DIAMETER 17.52mm (.690") Minimize

Schilke Trumpet Mouthpiece Schilke Mouthpiece Numbering Sys ... Read more

Schilke Trumpet Mouthpiece Schilke Mouthpiece Numbering Systems The Schilke method of mouthpiece labeling has been designed to assist the student, teacher, amateur and professional in selecting a mouthpiece to meet the needs of the player. All mouthpieces come with standard rim shapes, cup volumes, and backbores unless shown otherwise on the mouthpieces. This method enables the player to know the characteristics of their trumpet mouthpiece.Example: a trumpet mouthpiece using this method might be called 9C3c Using this example, 9 refers to the CUP DIAMETER Smallest numbers have smallest diameters C E. Large C refers to the CUP VOLUME A. Small Cup B. Medium-small C. Standard (medium size) D. Medium-large E. Large 3 refers to the RIM CONTOUR 1 Rounded 2 Semi-rounded 3 Standard 4 Semi-flat 5 Only slightly rounded c refers to the BACKBORE a. Tight b. Straight c. Standard d. Slightly curved out e. Large When a Schilke mouthpiece has a standard backbore, rim and cup, only the cup diameter (first number) is shown on the mouthpiece. In the example above only the #9 is necessary to identify the mouthpiece because the C is the standard cup volume, 3 is the standard rim, and c is the standard backbore. Whenever measurements differ from the standard sizes the alterations are shown on the mouthpiece.CUP DIAMETER (First number in label) Most trumpet and cornet mouthpieces have a cap diameter that falls between .600" and . 725". Nos. 1 to 25 in the Schilke system represent sections of .005" each between these two measurements. Cup diameters for mouthpieces other than trumpet and cornet are relative to each other with the smallest numbers representing the smallest diametersCUP VOLUME (First letter in label) In general the deep cup mouthpieces produce the darkest sounds. In reverse the shallow cup mouthpieces produce the brightest sounds and also aid in the production of the high register. The Schilke "C" cup is a comprise which offers both full tone and ease of production. In switch Minimize