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Bach 22D vs Schilke 42B

The Bach 22D has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 42B features a deeper cup, the Schilke 42B has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 22D
    • Trombone
    Cup depthShallow
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Schilke 42B
      • Trombone
      Cup depthMedium
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Depth

      The Schilke 42B has a medium cup while the Bach 22D has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Which is better?

      Neither mouthpiece clearly dominates the other — the right choice depends on your embouchure, playing style, and the sound you're after. Try both if possible.

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