Which has a bigger cup — Schilke 45B or Schilke 59?

The Schilke 59 has a cup diameter of 28.52 mm / 1.1228 in compared to 24.30 mm / 0.9567 in on the Schilke 45B — a difference of 4.22 mm / 0.1661 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Schilke 45B and Schilke 59?

The Schilke 59 has a deep cup while the Schilke 45B has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

Schilke 45B vs Schilke 59

Name: Schilke 59
Brand: Schilke

The Schilke 59 has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 59 features a deeper cup, the Schilke 59 has a larger throat opening.

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

The width of the rim surface that contacts the lips. Wider rims improve endurance; narrower rims improve flexibility.

Mouthpiece A

Schilke 45B

• Trombone

Rim width—

Best suited for

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Schilke 59

• Trombone

Rim width—

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣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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