Bach Mega Tone 1C vs Schilke 13A4a
The Bach Mega Tone 1C has a wider cup diameter, the Bach Mega Tone 1C features a deeper cup, the Bach Mega Tone 1C has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Bach Mega Tone 1C has a cup diameter of 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in compared to 16.76 mm / 0.6598 in on the Schilke 13A4a — a difference of 0.24 mm / 0.0094 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Bach Mega Tone 1C has a medium cup while the Schilke 13A4a has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Bach Mega Tone 1C has a wider throat (3.73 mm / 0.1469 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.