Which has a bigger cup — Schilke 20F or Yamaha FH-14F4?

The Schilke 20F has a cup diameter of 17.78 mm / 0.7000 in compared to 16.76 mm / 0.6598 in on the Yamaha FH-14F4 — a difference of 1.02 mm / 0.0402 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Schilke 20F and Yamaha FH-14F4?

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

Schilke 20F vs Yamaha FH-14F4

Name: Yamaha FH-14F4
Brand: Yamaha

The Schilke 20F has a wider cup diameter, the Yamaha FH-14F4 has a larger throat opening.

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

Base metal or construction (e.g. brass, stainless steel, plastic). Influences weight, response, and tone color.

Mouthpiece A

Schilke 20F

• Flugelhorn

Material—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Yamaha FH-14F4

• Flugelhorn

Material—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

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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Schilke 20F vs Yamaha FH-14F4

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