Name: Schilke 13A4a
Brand: Schilke

Question 1

What is the difference between Bob Reeves Piccolo 43W/SV/692sL and Schilke 13A4a?

Accepted Answer

The Bob Reeves Piccolo 43W/SV/692sL has a wider cup diameter.

Question 2

Which has a bigger cup — Bob Reeves Piccolo 43W/SV/692sL or Schilke 13A4a?

Accepted Answer

The Bob Reeves Piccolo 43W/SV/692sL has a cup diameter of 17.07 mm / 0.6720 in compared to 16.76 mm / 0.6598 in on the Schilke 13A4a — a difference of 0.31 mm / 0.0122 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 43W/SV/692sL and Schilke 13A4a?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

Which is better, Bob Reeves Piccolo 43W/SV/692sL or Schilke 13A4a?

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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