Bob Reeves 40/C/2 vs Schilke 13A4a
The Schilke 13A4a has a wider cup diameter, the Bob Reeves 40/C/2 features a deeper cup.
Mouthpiece A
Bob Reeves 40/C/2
• Trumpet
Cup diameter15.88 mm / 0.6252 in
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore2
Finish—
Material—
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Mouthpiece B
Schilke 13A4a
• Trumpet
Cup diameter16.76 mm / 0.6598 in
Cup depthShallow
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
Backbore27
Finish—
Material—
Cup Diameter
The Schilke 13A4a has a cup diameter of 16.76 mm / 0.6598 in compared to 15.88 mm / 0.6252 in on the Bob Reeves 40/C/2 — a difference of 0.88 mm / 0.0346 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Bob Reeves 40/C/2 has a deep cup while the Schilke 13A4a 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.