Bob Reeves 43.5/SV/692sL vs Yamaha TR-14B4

The Bob Reeves 43.5/SV/692sL has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bob Reeves 43.5/SV/692sL
    • Trumpet
    Cup diameter17.26 mm / 0.6795 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter
    Backbore692sL
    Finish
    Material
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Yamaha TR-14B4
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter16.85 mm / 0.6634 in
      Cup depthShallow
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.65 mm / 0.1437 in
      BackboreSemi-narrow
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The Bob Reeves 43.5/SV/692sL has a cup diameter of 17.26 mm / 0.6795 in compared to 16.85 mm / 0.6634 in on the Yamaha TR-14B4 — a difference of 0.41 mm / 0.0161 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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