Which has a bigger cup — Schilke 60 or Yamaha SL-48S-GP?

The Schilke 60 has a cup diameter of 29.03 mm / 1.1429 in compared to 25.25 mm / 0.9941 in on the Yamaha SL-48S-GP — a difference of 3.78 mm / 0.1488 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Schilke 60 and Yamaha SL-48S-GP?

Both mouthpieces share a medium cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

Schilke 60 vs Yamaha SL-48S-GP

Name: Yamaha SL-48S-GP
Brand: Yamaha

The Schilke 60 has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 60 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

The width of the rim surface that contacts the lips. Wider rims improve endurance; narrower rims improve flexibility.

Mouthpiece A

Schilke 60

• Trombone

Rim width—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Yamaha SL-48S-GP

• Trombone

Rim width—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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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