Bob Reeves 40/SV/692sL vs Bob Reeves 42/SV/692s

The Bob Reeves 42/SV/692s has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bob Reeves 40/SV/692sL
    • Trumpet
    Cup diameter15.88 mm / 0.6252 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter
    Backbore692sL
    Finish
    Material
    Best suited for
    🎺Lead / commercial — shallow cup for brightness and range
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Bob Reeves 42/SV/692s
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter16.67 mm / 0.6563 in
      Cup depthShallow
      Rim width
      Throat diameter
      Backbore692s
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The Bob Reeves 42/SV/692s has a cup diameter of 16.67 mm / 0.6563 in compared to 15.88 mm / 0.6252 in on the Bob Reeves 40/SV/692sL — a difference of 0.79 mm / 0.0311 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      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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