Which has a bigger cup — Schilke 40 or Schilke 40B?

The Schilke 40 has a cup diameter of 22.53 mm / 0.8870 in compared to 22.51 mm / 0.8862 in on the Schilke 40B — a difference of 0.02 mm / 0.0008 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Schilke 40 and Schilke 40B?

The Schilke 40 has a medium cup while the Schilke 40B has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

Schilke 40 vs Schilke 40B

Name: Schilke 40B
Brand: Schilke

The Schilke 40 has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 40 features a deeper cup.

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 40

• Trombone

Finish—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 40B

• Trombone

Finish—

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.