Schilke 13A4a vs Stork CM3

The Schilke 13A4a has a wider cup diameter, the Stork CM3 features a deeper cup.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Schilke 13A4a
    • Trumpet
    Cup diameter16.76 mm / 0.6598 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
    Backbore27
    Finish
    Material
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Stork CM3
      Silver plate · Trumpet
      Classical
      Cup diameter16.30 mm / 0.6417 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width6.75 mm / 0.2657 in
      Throat diameter3.66 mm / 0.1441 in
      Backbore
      FinishSilver plate
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎵All-round versatile — balanced cup for general playing

      Cup Diameter

      The Schilke 13A4a has a cup diameter of 16.76 mm / 0.6598 in compared to 16.30 mm / 0.6417 in on the Stork CM3 — a difference of 0.46 mm / 0.0181 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Stork CM3 has a medium cup while the Schilke 13A4a has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      Throat Diameter

      Throat diameters are essentially identical at 3.66 mm / 0.1441 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.

      Finish

      The Schilke 13A4a is listed as unspecified, and the Stork CM3 as Silver plate. Finish mainly changes lip feel, tarnish resistance, and appearance rather than cup geometry.

      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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