Schilke 16C2 vs Yamaha TR-14B4-GP
The Schilke 16C2 has a wider cup diameter, the Schilke 16C2 features a deeper cup.
Mouthpiece A
Schilke 16C2
• Trumpet
Cup diameter17.20 mm
Cup depthMedium
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.65 mm
Backbore26
Finish—
Material—
vs
Mouthpiece B
Yamaha TR-14B4-GP
• Trumpet
Cup diameter16.85 mm
Cup depthShallow
Rim width—
Throat diameter3.65 mm
BackboreSemi-narrow
Finish—
Material—
Cup Diameter
The Schilke 16C2 has a cup diameter of 17.20 mm compared to 16.85 mm on the Yamaha TR-14B4-GP — a difference of +0.35 mm. A wider cup generally produces a fuller, darker tone but requires more air support.
Cup Depth
The Schilke 16C2 has a medium cup while the Yamaha TR-14B4-GP has a shallow cup. Deeper cups favor a darker, richer sound; shallower cups provide more brightness and easier upper register.
Throat Diameter
Throat diameters are essentially identical at 3.65 mm, 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.