Schilke 62 vs Schilke GEIB
The Schilke GEIB has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 62 features a deeper cup, the Schilke 62 has a larger throat opening.
Cup Diameter
The Schilke GEIB has a cup diameter of 32.76 mm / 1.2898 in compared to 31.85 mm / 1.2539 in on the Schilke 62 — a difference of 0.91 mm / 0.0358 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Schilke 62 has a medium cup while the Schilke GEIB has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
The Schilke 62 has a wider throat (8.33 mm / 0.3280 in vs 7.94 mm / 0.3126 in). A wider throat allows more air through, increasing volume and projection but reducing resistance.
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.