Which has a bigger cup — Schilke 62 or Yamaha BB-67C4?

The Yamaha BB-67C4 has a cup diameter of 32.06 mm / 1.2622 in compared to 31.85 mm / 1.2539 in on the Schilke 62 — a difference of 0.21 mm / 0.0083 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Schilke 62 and Yamaha BB-67C4?

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

Schilke 62 vs Yamaha BB-67C4

Name: Yamaha BB-67C4
Brand: Yamaha

The Yamaha BB-67C4 has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 62 has a larger throat opening.

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

Surface plating or treatment (e.g. silver plate, gold trim). Affects feel, durability, and appearance.

Mouthpiece A

Schilke 62

• Tuba

Finish—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Yamaha BB-67C4

• Tuba

Finish—

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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Schilke 62 vs Yamaha BB-67C4

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