Bach 1 vs Yamaha TR-15E4

The Bach 1 has a wider cup diameter, the Yamaha TR-15E4 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
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
      Yamaha TR-15E4
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter16.92 mm / 0.6661 in
      Cup depthVery deep
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.88 mm / 0.1528 in
      BackboreWide
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Bach 1 has a cup diameter of 17.50 mm / 0.6890 in compared to 16.92 mm / 0.6661 in on the Yamaha TR-15E4 — a difference of 0.58 mm / 0.0228 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      The Yamaha TR-15E4 has a wider throat (3.88 mm / 0.1528 in vs 3.66 mm / 0.1441 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.

      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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