Which has a bigger cup — Monette Vintage AP7F FL or Schilke 6A4A Heavyweight?

The Schilke 6A4A Heavyweight has a cup diameter of 15.99 mm / 0.6295 in compared to 15.90 mm / 0.6260 in on the Monette Vintage AP7F FL — a difference of 0.09 mm / 0.0035 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Monette Vintage AP7F FL and Schilke 6A4A Heavyweight?

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

Monette Vintage AP7F FL vs Schilke 6A4A Heavyweight

Name: Schilke 6A4A Heavyweight
Brand: Schilke

The Schilke 6A4A Heavyweight has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material

The taper behind the throat leading to the shank. Affects projection and tone character.

Mouthpiece A

Monette Vintage AP7F FL

• Trumpet

Backbore—

Best suited for

🎺Lead / commercial — shallow cup for brightness and range

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 6A4A Heavyweight

• Trumpet

Backbore27

Best suited for

🎺Lead / commercial — shallow cup for brightness and range

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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Monette Vintage AP7F FL vs Schilke 6A4A Heavyweight

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