Which has a bigger cup — Schilke 15 or Yamaha TR-16C4?

The Schilke 15 has a cup diameter of 17.12 mm / 0.6740 in compared to 17.00 mm / 0.6693 in on the Yamaha TR-16C4 — a difference of 0.12 mm / 0.0047 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Schilke 15 and Yamaha TR-16C4?

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

Schilke 15 vs Yamaha TR-16C4

Name: Yamaha TR-16C4
Brand: Yamaha

The Schilke 15 has a wider cup diameter.

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

Surface plating or treatment (e.g. silver plate, gold trim). Affects feel, durability, and appearance.

Mouthpiece A

Schilke 15

• Trumpet

Finish—

Mouthpiece B

Yamaha TR-16C4

• Trumpet

Finish—

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.