Bob Reeves vs Schilke Trombone Mouthpieces
Bob Reeves offers 19 trombone mouthpieces (made in United States), while Schilke has 27 models (made in United States). On average, Bob Reeves cups measure 26.23mm versus 25.21mm for Schilke. Below we compare both lineups side by side to help you choose the right brand for your playing style.
Bob Reeves
Models19
Avg cup26.23mm
Avg throat—
Common style—
CountryUnited States
vs
Schilke
Models27
Avg cup25.21mm
Avg throat6.40mm
Common style—
CountryUnited States
Bob Reeves vs Schilke — head-to-head comparisons
- Bob Reeves 5G Gladstone vs Schilke 45B
- Bob Reeves 5G Gladstone vs Schilke 53
- Bob Reeves 5G Gladstone vs Schilke 51D
- Bob Reeves 5G Gladstone vs Schilke 52E2
- Bob Reeves DR ORCH vs Schilke 45B
- Bob Reeves DR ORCH vs Schilke 53
- Bob Reeves DR ORCH vs Schilke 51D
- Bob Reeves DR ORCH vs Schilke 52E2
- Bob Reeves 4G-5G vs Schilke 45B
- Bob Reeves 4G-5G vs Schilke 53
- Bob Reeves 4G-5G vs Schilke 51D
- Bob Reeves 4G-5G vs Schilke 52E2
All models
Bob Reeves (19)
5G Gladstone
25.55mm · Deep
DR ORCH
25.55mm · Medium
4G-5G
26.00mm · Deep
4G/JF
26.00mm · Deep
5G-4G
25.55mm · V.Deep
CV 2.0
29.50mm · V.Deep
DR SOLO
25.55mm · Medium
Jay Friedman Signature
26.26mm · Deep
4G
26.00mm · V.Deep
5G
25.55mm · Deep
Mr. Bass
27.15mm · V.Deep
11C
24.80mm · Shallow
5G/JF
25.55mm · Deep
5GS
25.55mm · Shallow
Clarke 6.5AL
25.35mm · Medium
CV
29.50mm · V.Deep
DR TORO
25.55mm · Shallow
Clarke 6.5AL-L
25.35mm · Medium
O.Bass
28.15mm · V.Deep
Schilke (27)
45B
24.30mm · Medium
53
26.24mm · Medium
51D
25.55mm · Medium
52E2
25.91mm · V.Deep
52D
25.78mm · Deep
45
24.38mm · Medium
50
25.40mm · Medium
51
25.63mm · Medium
60
29.03mm · Medium
46D
24.76mm · Medium
43A
23.57mm · Medium
58
27.68mm · Medium
59
28.52mm · Deep
46
24.54mm · Medium
47B
24.87mm · Medium
47C4
25.10mm · Medium
50C4
25.40mm · Deep
57
26.52mm · Medium
40
22.53mm · Medium
42
23.22mm · Medium
Frequently asked questions
Which brand makes better trombone mouthpieces — Bob Reeves or Schilke?
Neither brand is universally better. Bob Reeves has 19 models and Schilke has 27. The best choice depends on your playing style, preferred cup depth, and tonal goals. Compare specific models head-to-head to find the right fit.
How do Bob Reeves and Schilke trombone mouthpieces compare in size?
Bob Reeves averages 26.23mm cup diameter with N/Amm throat. Schilke averages 25.21mm cup diameter with 6.40mm throat.