Bob Reeves 42/ES/692sL vs Warburton 5SV

The Bob Reeves 42/ES/692sL has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Bob Reeves 42/ES/692sL
    • Trumpet
    Cup diameter16.67 mm
    Cup depthVery shallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter
    Backbore692sL
    Finish
    Material
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Warburton 5SV
      Silver plate · Trumpet
      Lead
      Cup diameter16.20 mm
      Cup depthVery shallow
      Rim width6.40 mm
      Throat diameter3.66 mm
      Backbore
      FinishSilver plate
      Material
      Best suited for
      🎺Lead / commercial — shallow cup for brightness and range

      Cup Diameter

      The Bob Reeves 42/ES/692sL has a cup diameter of 16.67 mm compared to 16.20 mm on the Warburton 5SV — a difference of +0.47 mm. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

      Both mouthpieces share a very shallow cup depth, so the sound character from depth alone will be very similar.

      Finish

      The Bob Reeves 42/ES/692sL is listed as unspecified, and the Warburton 5SV as Silver plate. Finish mainly changes lip feel, tarnish resistance, and appearance rather than cup geometry.

      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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