Bob Reeves RP5 vs GR Technologies 65SZ

The GR Technologies 65SZ has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bob Reeves RP5
    • Trumpet
    Cup diameter16.47 mm / 0.6484 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter
    Backbore
    Finish
    Material
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      GR Technologies 65SZ
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter16.50 mm / 0.6496 in
      Cup depthShallow
      Rim width
      Throat diameter
      Backbore
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The GR Technologies 65SZ has a cup diameter of 16.50 mm / 0.6496 in compared to 16.47 mm / 0.6484 in on the Bob Reeves RP5 — a difference of 0.03 mm / 0.0012 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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