Which has a bigger cup — Bach 12E or Bob Reeves 11C?

The Bob Reeves 11C has a cup diameter of 24.80 mm / 0.9764 in compared to 24.50 mm / 0.9646 in on the Bach 12E — a difference of 0.30 mm / 0.0118 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Bach 12E and Bob Reeves 11C?

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

Bach 12E vs Bob Reeves 11C

Name: Bob Reeves 11C
Brand: Bob Reeves

The Bob Reeves 11C has a wider cup diameter.

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

Bach 12E

• Trombone

Finish—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Bob Reeves 11C

• Trombone

Finish—

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.