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Schilke knows the importance of possessing the best mouthpi ... Read more

Schilke knows the importance of possessing the best mouthpiece for the instrument and the player. The Schilke Mouthpiece Numbering Systems are designed to aid students, amateurs, and professionals alike in determining the best mouthpiece for their style, comfort, and performance needs. Initially important is the fit of the mouthpiece. It is necessary for the shank of each brass mouthpiece to touch the end of the mouthpiece once inside the instrument. This creates an even taper from the backbore of the mouthpiece to the inside. Keeping a mouthpiece clean with a mouthpiece brush is incredibly important as dirt can greatly affect intonation. The numbering system for trumpets is divided into four components delineating cup diameter, cup volume, rim contour, and backbore. The cup diameter is the first upper-case number in the system. Most cap diameters of trumpets and cornets fall between .600 and .725. The number 1-25 in the Schilke system represent .005 increments between .600 and .725. The cup volume is indicated by the upper-case letter. Mouthpieces with a deeper cup create the darkest sounds while shallower cups generate bright sounds and are intended for playing in high registers. Within this numbering system A is small, B is medium-small, C is standard (medium), D is medium-large, and E is large. The rim contour is the second number in the system. 1 stands for rounded, 2 for semi-rounded, 3 is standard, 4 is semi-flat, and 5 is only slightly rounded. Most players prefer the #3 rim contour as it is flat enough to create an ideal air seal but its slight rounding allows for some flexibility of play. Rounder rims offer even more flexibility but can be tiring to play. Flat rims feel comfortable to the player but more or less hold the lips in a fixed position. The final small letter in the numbering system indicates the backbore. Tighter backbores are ideal for creating bright, brilliant sounds while larger backbores lend themselves to more mellow sounds. Among the backbore delineations, a represents tight, b is straight, c is standard, d is slightly curved out, and e is large. Using this method, a standard mouthpiece might be represented as 9C3c. However, when all of the measurements are standard, this mouthpiece would likely be represented only with a #9. Regardless of your level of play, use the Schilke Mouthpiece Numbering System to determine the best mouthpiece for your preferences and needs. Minimize

Kelly Mouthpieces are made of Lexan polycarbonate material ... Read more

Kelly Mouthpieces are made of Lexan polycarbonate material that provides comfort in hot or cold weather gigs. This means less fatigue on your chops. They are great for Marching Bands, Pep Bans and Festive occasions. Minimize

In order to offer the highest quality product available for ... Read more

In order to offer the highest quality product available for both students and professionals, the most sophisticated computer technology and "old-world" craftsmanship has been integrated in the production of the Marcinkiewicz Trumpet mouthpiece. Minimize

Although used by many professionals, the Marcinkiewicz 300 ... Read more

Although used by many professionals, the Marcinkiewicz 300 Series Trumpet mouthpieces were developed with students in mind. As players mature, their needs change. This series allows selection to the next logical cup depth, while maintaining the exact rim dimensions of the previous choice. The result is a mouthpiece that both feels good to the player and provides the desired sound instantly, without a frustrating transition. The 300 Series Trumpet mouthpieces offer the same rim (similar to a 3C) on 15 different cup depths, graduated at .006 in. intervals, (the equivalent to the thickness of two human hairs.), from deepest (No.301) to shallowest (No.315), allowing the developing player to find optimal response from a mouthpiece with the same rim.300 Series trumpet mouthpieceSilver-plated brassDeveloped with students in mind15 different cup depths on the same rimSuperior intonation Minimize

Warburton Trumpet Mouthpiece Backbores come in a variety of ... Read more

Warburton Trumpet Mouthpiece Backbores come in a variety of shapes allowing the performer to best meet their playing needs. Minimize