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Bach 22C vs Schilke 42

The Bach 22C has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 42 features a deeper cup, the Schilke 42 has a larger throat opening.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
How deep the cup is, from shallow (brighter, easier high register) to deep (darker, fuller sound).
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 22C
    • Trombone
    Cup depthShallow
    Best suited for
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Schilke 42
      • Trombone
      Cup depthMedium
      Best suited for
      📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

      Cup Depth

      The Schilke 42 has a medium cup while the Bach 22C has a shallow 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.

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