Name: Yamaha TR-14B4
Brand: Yamaha

Question 1

What is the difference between Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/C/692sL and Yamaha TR-14B4?

Accepted Answer

The Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/C/692sL has a wider cup diameter, the Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/C/692sL features a deeper cup.

Question 2

Which has a bigger cup — Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/C/692sL or Yamaha TR-14B4?

Accepted Answer

The Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/C/692sL has a cup diameter of 17.07 mm / 0.6720 in compared to 16.85 mm / 0.6634 in on the Yamaha TR-14B4 — a difference of 0.22 mm / 0.0087 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

Question 3

How does cup depth compare between Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/C/692sL and Yamaha TR-14B4?

Accepted Answer

The Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/C/692sL has a deep cup while the Yamaha TR-14B4 has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

Question 4

Which is better, Bob Reeves Piccolo 43N/C/692sL or Yamaha TR-14B4?

Accepted Answer

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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