Yamaha TR-11B4-GP vs Yamaha TR-13B4

The Yamaha TR-13B4 has a wider cup diameter.

Overall Comparison Cup Diameter Cup Depth Rim Width Throat Diameter Backbore Finish Material
Mouthpiece A
    Yamaha TR-11B4-GP
    • Trumpet
    Cup diameter16.46 mm / 0.6480 in
    Cup depthShallow
    Rim width
    Throat diameter3.65 mm / 0.1437 in
    BackboreSemi-narrow
    Finish
    Material
    vs
    Mouthpiece B
      Yamaha TR-13B4
      • Trumpet
      Cup diameter16.63 mm / 0.6547 in
      Cup depthShallow
      Rim width
      Throat diameter3.65 mm / 0.1437 in
      BackboreSemi-narrow
      Finish
      Material

      Cup Diameter

      The Yamaha TR-13B4 has a cup diameter of 16.63 mm / 0.6547 in compared to 16.46 mm / 0.6480 in on the Yamaha TR-11B4-GP — a difference of 0.17 mm / 0.0067 in. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.

      Cup Depth

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

      Throat Diameter

      Throat diameters are essentially identical at 3.65 mm / 0.1437 in, so resistance feel will be comparable.

      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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