Which has a bigger cup — Schilke 59 or Yamaha BL-60L?

The Schilke 59 has a cup diameter of 28.52 mm / 1.1228 in compared to 28.25 mm / 1.1122 in on the Yamaha BL-60L — a difference of 0.27 mm / 0.0106 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

How does cup depth compare between Schilke 59 and Yamaha BL-60L?

The Schilke 59 has a deep cup while the Yamaha BL-60L has a medium cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.

Schilke 59 vs Yamaha BL-60L

Name: Yamaha BL-60L
Brand: Yamaha

The Schilke 59 has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 59 features a deeper cup, the Yamaha BL-60L has a larger throat opening.

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

The taper behind the throat leading to the shank. Affects projection and tone character.

Mouthpiece A

Schilke 59

• Trombone

Backbore19/64.2969"

Best suited for

🎻Orchestral playing — large cup for full, dark tone

📣High-volume projection — open throat for power

Mouthpiece B

Yamaha BL-60L

• Trombone

BackboreWide

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 59 vs Yamaha BL-60L

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