| Standard Trumpet Mouthpieces Specifications |
| Model |
Rim |
Cup Depth |
Throat |
Backbore |
Playing Characteristics |
Inner Diameter |
Contour |
Thickness |
| 5A4 |
15.9 |
semi-flat |
thick |
shallow |
3.65 |
narrow |
Extremely small inner rim diameter. Flat
and wide. Small cup volume. |
| 6A4a |
15.9 |
semi-flat |
thick |
shallow |
3.65 |
narrow |
Very shallow cup for easy high notes. |
| 7A4 |
16.24 |
semi-flat |
thick |
shallow |
3.65 |
narrow |
Relatively small inner rim diameter,
but still flexible. |
| 7B4 |
16.08 |
semi-flat |
thick |
semi-shallow |
3.72 |
standard |
Relatively large throat diameter with
a sharp shoulder. Bright sound with easy high notes. |
| 8C4 |
16.19 |
semi-flat |
standard |
standard |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
Good for all-around playing, including
solos. Combines an extended high range with rich lows. |
| 9C4 |
16.28 |
semi-flat |
standard |
standard |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
Somewhere between the 8C4 and 11C4, affording
easy playability over a wide range. Well-defined rim bite for easy blowing
and extended endurance. |
| 11A4 |
16.46 |
semi-flat |
semi-thick |
shallow |
4.3 mm |
semi-narrow |
Medium rim diameter with a shallow cup
for easy high notes. |
| 11B4 |
16.46 |
semi-flat |
standard |
semi-shallow |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
A somewhat shallow cup and medium rim
for extra endurance. Brilliant tone. Suitable for D, Eb , and piccolo trumpets. |
| 11 |
16.32 |
standard |
semi-thick |
standard |
3.72 |
standard |
Relatively large throat with a sharp
shoulder. Easy to play over the entire range, with a fairly bright sound.
Good for beginners. |
| 11C4 |
16.46 |
semi-flat |
standard |
standard |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
Clean bite and well-balanced rim for
all-around playing. Standard model for beginners and advanced players. |
| 13A4a |
16.2 |
semi-flat |
thick |
shallow |
3.65 |
narrow |
Relatively flat rim with a shallow cup
for fast response. |
| 13B4 |
16.63 |
semi-flat |
standard |
semi-shallow |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
Superb clarity for large ensembles and
orchestras. Well-matched to C trumpets. Powerful sound. |
| 13C4 |
16.5 |
semi-flat |
standard |
standard |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
Medium rim diameter and cup volume for
all-around playing. Good for ensembles and orchestras. Fairly dark sound. |
| 13D4 |
16.68 |
semi-flat |
standard |
semi-deep |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
Fairly deep cup with rich, mellow tone
and dark sound. |
| 14A4a |
16.68 |
semi-flat |
semi-thick |
shallow |
3.65 |
narrow |
Fast-response high range and powerful
sound. |
| 14B4 |
16.85 |
semi-flat |
standard |
semi-shallow |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
Relatively large rim diameter and shallow
cup. Outstanding overall balance for all musical genres. |
| 14C4 |
16.88 |
semi-flat |
standard |
standard |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
Rim designed for outstanding facility
and flexibility. |
| 14D4 |
16.8 |
semi-flat |
standard |
semi-deep |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
A fairly deep cup with a medium rim.
Rich, somewhat dark tone. Well suited to orchestral playing. |
| 14E4 |
16.84 |
semi-flat |
semi-thick |
deep |
3.88 |
wide |
The 14B4 rim with a unique cup for a
soft tone. For rotary trumpets. Large backbore and throat. |
| 15B4 |
16.96 |
semi-flat |
standard |
semi-shallow |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
Fairly large rim diameter with a shallower
cup than the 15C4 Outstanding flexibility. Suits Bb , C, D, and Eb trumpets. |
| 15C4 |
16.98 |
semi-flat |
standard |
standard |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
Clean rim bite with a standard U-shaped
cup. Bright, powerful tone. |
| 15E4 |
16.92 |
semi-flat |
semi-thick |
deep |
3.88 |
wide |
Rim designed for outstanding facility
and flexibility. For rotary trumpets. Between the 14E4 and 16E4 in size. |
| 16C4 |
16.92 |
semi-flat |
standard |
standard |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
Large rim and medium cup for easy playability
over a wide range. High volume. |
| 16D |
17.14 |
standard |
standard |
semi-deep |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
A deeper cup than the 16C4. Soft tone.
Mellow-but-solid sound. |
| 16E4 |
17.14 |
semi-flat |
semi-thick |
deep |
3.88 |
wide |
The 16C4 rim with a unique deep cup.
Heavy tone. For rotary trumpets. Maximum inner rim diameter. |
| 17B4 |
17.3 |
semi-flat |
standard |
semi-shallow |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
A good combination of large rim and relatively
shallow cup. Powerful sound. |
| 17C4 |
17.3 |
semi-flat |
standard |
standard |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
Deeper cup than the 17B4. Powerful, dark
sound. |
| 17D4 |
17.3 |
semi-flat |
standard |
semi-deep |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
An even deeper cup than the 17C4 for
an exceptionally dark, heavy tone. Good for players who prefer a mellow
sound. |
| 18C4 |
17.42 |
semi-flat |
standard |
standard |
3.65 |
semi-narrow |
High volume with an exceptionally large
inner rim diameter and deep cup. |