Schilke Tenor Trombone Mouthpieces
Model Diameter Available for: Throat Description
Millim. Inches
40B 22.51 .886" Tenor only 15/64
.2344"
Extremely small inner rim diameter and a "B" shallow cup. has a wide-rounded rim contour. For the trumpet player who doubles on trombone.
40 22.53 .887" Tenor only 15/64
.2344"
Since the cup diameter is small, the upper register is favored. In addition, the tone has considerable projection. It is excellent also for the bass trumpet and valve trombone.
42B 22.99 .921" Tenor only 15/64
.2344"
ARTIST MODEL - An adaptation for Tommy Dorsey, particularly suited to the small tenor trombone.
42 23.22 .914" Tenor only 15/64
.2344"
Has the advantage of a small mouthpiece, but the cup diameter and volume are increased a bit.
43A 23.57 .924" Tenor only 15/64
.2344"
ARTIST MODEL - (Formerly Cimera-Sares #3) Designed for the modem tenor trombone lead player desiring an easy high register.
44E4 24.28 .956" Tenor & Bass 15/64
.2344"
Though a small cup diameter, this mouthpiece has a very deep "E" cup and semi-flat rim.
45B 24.30 .953" Tenor only 15/64
.2344"
ARTIST MODEL - (Formerly Cimera-Sares #2). Designed for the modem lead tenor trombone player. Larger in cup volume than the #43A.
45 24.38 .960" Tenor only 15/64
.2344"
The semi-flat rim has a high point close to the center of the mouthpiece, allowing a great deal of flexibility.
46 24.54 .966" Tenor & Bass 15/64
.2344"
Slightly on the small side, this is a good beginners mouthpiece with all the standard characteristics.
46D 24.76 .975" Tenor & Bass 15/64
.2344"
The cup diameter and volume is somewhat larger than the #46. producing a full. more robust tone. Recommended for the baritone/euphonium.
47B 24.87 .975" Tenor only C
.242"
ARTIST MODEL - (Formerly Cimera-Sares #1) A good all around mouthpiece for the lead player. Produces rich high register.
47 24.99 .984" Tenor & Bass 15/64
.2344"
(Formerly Model "R") For both professionals and students, this is an outstanding mouthpiece combining good response with superior quality and intonation.
47C4 25.10 .988" Tenor & Bass 15/64
.2344"
Like #47 but a slightly wider #4 rim, some what flatter contour favoring cushioned rim comfort.
50 25.40 1.000" Tenor & Bass 17/64
.2656"
Particularly adapted to the large-bore tenor trombones. The Schilke standard characteristics make this a fine all around mouthpiece.
50C4 25.40 1.000" Tenor & Bass F
.257"
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 efficiency and playability.
51B 25.63 1.010" Tenor & Bass F
.257"
ARTIST MODEL - Developed for Jay Friedman, principal trombonist of the Chicago Symphony. Has a medium-small "B" cup with a smaller throat.
51 25.63 1.010" Tenor & Bass J
.277"
ARTIST MODEL - A large bowl producing a rich tone quality...the basic trombone mouthpiece used by Ralph Sauer, of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
51C4 25.63 1.010" Tenor & Bass J
.277"
ARTIST MODEL - Similar to the #51 with a slightly shallower cup and a #4 semi-flat rim. Developed for Byron Peebles. trombonist of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
51D 25.55 1.005" Tenor & Bass J
.277"
The extremely large "D" cup volume is excellent for the powerful player. It is particularly suited to the euphonium, producing a full dark tone.
52 25.78 1.015" Tenor & Bass 17/64
.2656"
Well suited to the first trombone orchestra player. Leans toward a brighter sound due to the shallower cup shape.
52D 25.78 1.015" Tenor & Bass 1/4
.2500
ARTIST MODEL - Created for Joe Owens at Indiana State University. Terre Haute, Indiana. Deep "D" cup makes it ideal for symphonic or solo trombone playing.
52E2 25.91 1.020"
1-1/64"
Tenor & Bass J
.277
ARTIST MODEL - Created for Thomas Beversdorf of Indiana University. The very deep "E" cup and narrower #2 rim makes this an ideal symphonic mouthpiece.
53 26.24 1.033" Tenor & Bass 15/64
.2344"
(Formerly Model "G") This combination of large cup diameter and bowl is widely favored by those who desire a rich full sound.