Schilke 15 vs Schilke 15Heavyweight

Both mouthpieces share similar core dimensions — the differences are in the details.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Schilke 15
    • Trumpet
    Cup diameter17.12 mm / 0.6740 in
    Cup depthMedium
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.65 mm / 0.1437 in
    Backbore26
    Finish
    Material
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Schilke 15Heavyweight
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter17.12 mm / 0.6740 in
      Cup depthMedium
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.65 mm / 0.1437 in
      Backbore26
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      Both mouthpieces have virtually identical cup diameters at 17.12 mm / 0.6740 in.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      Throat diameters are essentially identical at 3.65 mm / 0.1437 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.

      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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