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Bach 6½AL (large shank) vs Schilke 52E2

The Schilke 52E2 has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 52E2 features a deeper cup.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bach 6½AL (large shank)
    • Trombone
    Cup diameter25.40 mm
    Cup depthDeep
    Rim width—
    Throat diameter6.63 mm
    Backbore—
    Finish—
    Material—
    Best suited for
    🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone
    📣High-volume projection — open throat for power
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Schilke 52E2
      • Trombone
      Cup diameter25.91 mm
      Cup depthVery deep
      Rim width—
      Throat diameter—
      BackboreJ.277
      Finish—
      Material—
      Best suited for
      🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

      Cup Diameter

      The Schilke 52E2 has a cup diameter of 25.91 mm compared to 25.40 mm on the Bach 6½AL (large shank) — a difference of +0.51 mm. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      The Schilke 52E2 has a very deep cup while the Bach 6½AL (large shank) has a deep cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

      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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