Schilke 29 vs Yamaha HR-30B
The Schilke 29 has a wider cup diameter, the Yamaha HR-30B has a larger throat opening.
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
Schilke 29
• French Horn
Cup depthShallow
Best suited for
Screamer / high notes — tight throat with shallow cup
vs
Mouthpiece B
Yamaha HR-30B
• French Horn
Cup depthShallow
Best suited for
High-volume projection — open throat for power
Cup Depth
Both mouthpieces share a shallow cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.
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.