Bach 1G vs Yamaha BL-60L

The Yamaha BL-60L has a wider cup diameter, the Bach 1G features a deeper cup.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 1G
    • Trombone
    Cup diameter28.00 mm / 1.1024 in
    Cup depthVery deep
    Rim width
    Throat diameter8.10 mm / 0.3189 in
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Yamaha BL-60L
      • Trombone
      Cup diameter28.25 mm / 1.1122 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter8.10 mm / 0.3189 in
      BackboreWide
      Finish
      Material
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Diameter

      The Yamaha BL-60L has a cup diameter of 28.25 mm / 1.1122 in compared to 28.00 mm / 1.1024 in on the Bach 1G — a difference of 0.25 mm / 0.0098 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Bach 1G has a very deep cup while the Yamaha BL-60L has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      Throat diameters are essentially identical at 8.10 mm / 0.3189 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.

      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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