Bach 1 vs Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/C/692sL
The Bach 1 has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 1 features a deeper cup.
Mouthpiece A
Bach 1
• Trumpet
Cup diameter17.50 mm / 0.6890 in
Cup depthVery deep
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
Backbore—
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
vs
Mouthpiece B
Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/C/692sL
• Trumpet
Cup diameter17.07 mm / 0.6720 in
Cup depthDeep
Rim width—
Throat diameter—
Backbore692sL
Finish—
Material—
Best suited for
Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
Cup Diameter
The Bach 1 has a cup diameter of 17.50 mm / 0.6890 in compared to 17.07 mm / 0.6720 in on the Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/C/692sL — a difference of 0.43 mm / 0.0169 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Bach 1 has a very deep cup while the Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/C/692sL has a deep 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.