Which has a bigger cup — Schilke 29 or Yamaha HR-30B?

The Schilke 29 has a cup diameter of 17.53 mm / 0.6902 in compared to 17.27 mm / 0.6799 in on the Yamaha HR-30B — a difference of 0.26 mm / 0.0102 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Schilke 29 and Yamaha HR-30B?

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

Schilke 29 vs Yamaha HR-30B

Name: Yamaha HR-30B
Brand: Yamaha

The Schilke 29 has a wider cup diameter, the Yamaha HR-30B 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 29

• French Horn

Material—

Best suited for

⚡Screamer / high notes — tight throat with shallow cup

Mouthpiece B

Yamaha HR-30B

• French Horn

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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