Handcrafted Trumpet Mouthpieces

For more than 65 years, Schilke Music Products has been a leader in trumpet mouthpiece design and manufacturing in the world. We offer a large array of choices for the brass instrument family.  Schilke also offers a full custom design division to create that one-of-a-kind special mouthpiece.

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Standard Series
Standard Series
Heavyweight Series
Z Series
Z Series
Symphony Series
Symphony Series
S Series
P Series
Signature Series

Standard Series Trumpet Mouthpieces

Standard Series

These mouthpieces were a collaboration with trumpet artists and colleagues of Renold Schilke from 1950’s and early 1960’s.

ModelmmInchesThroatDescription
5A4a15.840.62427Small cup diameter with tighter "A" backbore and semi-flat rim offers comfort and resistance in the upper register.
5A415.840.62426Same as the 5A4a but with a standard "c" backbore and larger throat, which offers less resistance.
6A4a15.990.63027A shallow "A" cup with cushion #4 rim for extreme high register work.
7B416.080.63326Excellent for the player with thin lips. A #4 rim provides good endurance with a brilliant tone.
8A416.250.64026The slightly funnel-shaped cup at the entrance to the throat provides a good tone and the #4 semi-flat rim gives superior endurance.
8E216.150.63626The deep funnel-shaped cup provides a smooth tone and is very flexible in all registers. Recommended for cornet players.
916.330.64326Standard characteristics allow for a full penetrating tone quality.
9C416.360.64426Like the #9, however the #4 semi-flat rim provides excellent endurance.
10A4a16.430.64727The combination of the shallow "A" cup, semi-flat #4 rim and tight "a" backbore assists with upper register work.
10A416.430.64727Same as the 10A4a but with a standard "c" backbore, which offers less resistance.
10B416.430.64726A medium-small funnel-shaped "B" cup offers both a quality sound and support in the register
11A16.510.65026This rim size and contour is similar to the #11 but with a shallower "A" cup.
11AX16.510.65027This model was developed for the Schilke piccolo trumpets. The "x" backbore improves the ease of playing and opens up the sound on the piccolo. Also available in a trumpet shank.
11C216.510.65026Similar to the #11 featuring a slightly rounded #2 rim countour.
1116.530.65326A superior mouthpiece with standard characteristics for a free blowing mouthpiece.
11D416.580.65326Slightly deeper than the #11 with a #4 semi-flat rim, which provides a definate cushion feel for endurance.
11E16.580.65326The large funnel-shaped cup encourages a big round tone, ideal for cornet.
12A4a16.710.65827Similar to the 12B4 but with a shallow "A" cup, tight "a" backbore which adds both endurance and range.
12A416.710.65827This mouthpiece is the same as a 12A4a but with a standard "c" backbore.
12B416.710.65826This medium-small conical "B" cup provides a full tone and the #4 semi-flat rim allows for more endurance.
1216.690.65726A traditional medium size mouthpiece that includes a #3 standard rim and "c" backbore allows the player a full spectrum of sound.
13A4a16.760.66027The shallow "A" cup, semi-flat #4 rim and tight "a" backbore creates an ideal lead mouthpiece.
13A416.760.66027Same as the 13A4a but with the standard "c" backbore which allows a freer blowing feel.
13B16.770.66026This mouthpiece has a "B" cup that is slightly deeper than the 13A4 and also offers a narrower, round rim.
1316.890.66526Ideal choice for a student or developing player with standard #3 rim contour. Rounder rim provides increased flexibility and quick response. "C" cup offers volume for tone.
13C416.890.66526A somewhat sharp inner-edge combined with a funnel-shaped "C" cup offers a clear tone. The #4 semi-flat rim adds increased endurance.
13D416.890.66527Best option for a player looking for a thick, rich, weighted sound. Medium large "D" cup offers a tone that is colorful with depth. #4 semi-flat rim affords comfort with sharper bite for superior articulation clarity. Diameter ideal for all players from student to professional.
14A4a17.090.67327One of our most popular mouthpieces, the 14A4a offers a shallow "A" cup, semi-flat #4 rim and tight "a" backbore allows a player a strong upper register without sacrificing tonal production.
14A417.090.67327Same as the 14A4a but with a standard "c" backbore which offers a more "open" feel.
14A4x17.090.67327Based on the popular 14A4a, this mouthpiece creates a very open blowing feel with the large ?x? backbore. This backbore improves the ease of playing and opens up the sound of our piccolo trumpet. Also ideal for Eb soprano cornet.
14B17.020.67026Similar to the #14 but with a "B" (medium-small) cup size.
14B417.090.67326Offering the same rim contour and diameter as the 14A4a, with the "B" (medium-small) cup size for a balance of quality of sound and support in the upper register.
14C217.020.67026This "C" cup and #2 semi-rounded rim produces a rather large tone and good center.
1417.020.67026With a standard rim, cup and backbore, the 14 is an excellent choice for all around playing.
14C417.090.67326Offering the same rim contour and diameter as the 14A4a, with the standard "C" cup and backbore for a full, rich tone.
15A4a17.140.67527A larger diameter mouthpiece with a shallow "A" cup and tight "a" backbore for upper register playing. #4 semi-flat rim offers comfort in upper register.
15A417.140.67527Same as the 15A4a but with a larger "c" backbore for an open feel.
15B17.120.67426With the same diameter as the #15, this mouthpiece includes "B" style cup which produces a more brilliant sound than the standard #15 mouthpiece.
1517.120.67426An excellent all-around mouthpiece which offers a free blowing, clear sound.
15C417.140.67526This mouthpiece is similar to the #15 but with the #4 semi-flat rim for increased endurance.
16B417.20.67726Same as the #16C4 except the shallower, medium-small "B" cup offers more resistance, providing a brighter quality of sound. The 16B4 is an excellent choice for Eb trumpet when a player requires a bigger rim diameter.
16C417.20.67726Similar to the 16 in dimensions, this mouthpiece offers our #4 semi-flat rim for a more traditional feel and increased endurance.
1617.20.67726With all the standard Schilke charactistics, this medium-large diameter mouthpiece produces a full, free blowing quality.
16C217.20.67726This model offers the same options as the 16, but instead offers a #2 rim for increased flexibility.
17B417.330.68226Well suited for the player looking for a shallower cup in a larger diameter. Medium-small "B" cup offers more brilliance for projection with #4 semi-flat rim for comfort.
1717.330.68226A compromise of all the medium characteristics, this mouthpiece is an excellent medium to large diameter mouthpiece.
17D417.330.68226This mouthpiece includes a deeper "D" cup and #4 semi-flat rim for improved endurance.
17D4d17.330.68226A larger blowing mouthpiece than the 17D4 because of the increase "d" backbore.
18B417.520.69026Ideal for a classical player looking for a commercial sound, the medium shallow cup and semi-flat rim provide resistance and comfort for upper register playing. Cup shape offers some sparkle in the sound with enough volume for tone.
1817.520.69026The high point being nearer to the center makes this mouthpiece feel smaller than it is. The standard characteristics produce a rich, brilliant tone
18C3d17.520.69026Similar in dimension to the 18 but with a larger "d" backbore producing a large, teutonic tone.
1917.650.69526The "C" cup, #3 rim and standard "c" backbore are similar to the #20 but with a slightly smaller diameter
2017.780.70026This large diameter is for the robust embouchure. Original mouthpiece of choice for Renold O. Schilke.
20D2d17.730.69826Similar to the #20 in diameter but includes a larger "D" style cup, #2 semi-round rim and larger "d" backbore.
2218.030.71026Similar to the #20 but with a larger inside dimeter.
2418.290.72026Our largest cup diameter offered. This mouthpiece provides a huge volume of sound.

Heavyweight Series Trumpet Mouthpieces

Heavyweight Mouthpieces

The Heavyweight Series is available in the following best-selling models. The additional mass provides a darker and subtly more focused sound, with more secure slotting and increased projection at louder dynamic levels.

ModelmmInchesThroatDescription
6A4a HVY15.990.6327“Heavyweight” Profile. A shallow ‘A” cup with cushion #4 rim for extreme high register work.
12A4a HVY16.710.65827“Heavyweight” Profile. Similar to the 12B4 but with a shallow “A” cup, tight “a” backbore which adds both endurance and range.
13A4a HVY16.760.6627“Heavyweight” Profile. The shallow “A” cup, semi-flat #4 rim and tight “a” backbore creates an ideal lead mouthpiece.
13 HVY16.890.66526“Heavyweight” Profile. Ideal choice for a student or developing player with standard #3 rim contour. Rounder rim provides increased flexibility and quick response. “C” cup offers volume for tone.
14A4a HVY17.090.67327“Heavyweight” Profile. One of our most popular mouthpieces, the 14A4a offers a shallow “A” cup, semi-flat #4 rim and tight “a” backbore allows a player a strong upper register without sacrificing tonal production.
14 HVY17.020.6726“Heavyweight” Profile. With a standard rim, cup and backbore, the 14 is an excellent choice for all around playing.
15A4a HVY17.140.67527“Heavyweight” Profile. A larger diameter mouthpiece with a shallow “A” cup and tight “a” backbore for upper register playing. #4 semi-flat rim offers comfort in upper register.
15 HVY17.120.67426“Heavyweight” Profile. An excellent all-around mouthpiece which offers a free blowing, clear sound.
16C4 HVY17.20.67726“Heavyweight” Profile. Similar to the 16 in dimensions, this mouthpiece offers our #4 semi-flat rim for a more traditional feel and increased endurance.
17 HVY17.330.68226“Heavyweight” Profile. A compromise of all the medium characteristics, this mouthpiece is an excellent medium to large diameter mouthpiece.
18 HVY17.520.6926“Heavyweight” Profile. The high point being nearer to the center makes this mouthpiece feel smaller than it is. The standard characteristics produce a rich, brilliant tone.
20 HVY17.780.726“Heavyweight” Profile. This large diameter is for the robust embouchure. Original mouthpiece of choice for Renold O. Schilke.

Z Series Trumpet Mouthpieces

Z Series Mouthpieces

“Tighter and Brighter” – The Z Series trumpet mouthpieces feature a contour exterior profile which is lighter in mass for a quicker response. Also featured is our extra-tight ‘Z’ backbore which offers slightly more resistance than the standard ‘A’ backbore.

ModelmmInchesThroatDescription
6A4Z15.990.63027CONTOUR PROFILE – Based on our 6A4A, offers a shallow “A” cup, semi-flat #4 rim and extra tight “Z” backbore.
13A4Z16.760.66027CONTOUR PROFILE – Based on our 13A4A, offers a shallow “A” cup, semi-flat #4 rim and extra tight “Z” backbore.
14A4Z17.090.67327CONTOUR PROFILE – Based on our most popular 14A4A, offers a shallow “A” cup, semi-flat #4 rim and extra tight “Z” backbore.
15A4z17.140.67527CONTOUR PROFILE – Based on our 15A4A, offers a shallow “A” cup, semi-flat #4 rim and extra tight “Z” backbore.

Symphony Series Trumpet Mouthpieces

Symphony Series

An evolution in mouthpiece design utilizing several concepts from the standard Schilke line, the Symphony Series models are on the larger side of the mouthpiece spectrum creating a deep, vibrant sound with a well-focused center and conceptually developed to meet the demands of the modern orchestral player. They have comfortable rim shapes that provide a clean, crisp attack. They are offered with a standard cup depth or a deep bowl shape.

The 150 Series and “C” option for the Symphony Series (M1C, M150C, etc.) were developed working with Jack Sutte, trumpet player with the Cleveland Orchestra. The F cup models were originally developed for the Houston Ballet Orchestra trumpet section. The mouthpiece originally known as the “fluffy” has a flugel style cup and trumpet stem with the same rim contour and feel as the other models in this series. This has been a very popular custom choice for quieter passages where a cornet sound is desired without losing the control and focus of the sound.

ModelThroatDescription
M124Standard bowl shape “C” cup with a 24 throat and Schmidt backbore. Excellent all around mouthpiece for both C and Bb trumpet.
M1C27Standard bowl shape “C” cup with tighter 27 throat and Schilke C backbore. A wonderful option for the player that desires a balanced, compact feel with more resistance than the M1 model.
M1D24Standard bowl cup with 24 throat and TIGHTER Schmidt backbore. Very good option for either Bb or Eb trumpet playing.
M1*24The “*” models share same rim and cup as the ‘M’ and “MD” models. They have a LARGER Schmidt backbore with a shorter throat that creates less resistance and a more open feel.
D124Deeper bowl shape cup that still provides feedback for control. The ‘D’ cups have a smaller version of the Schmidt backbore, tighter to balance the deeper cup.
F120The ‘F’ models offer a deep “V” shape cup that provides darker, warmer, more conical color allowing one to project at full capacity but maintain a soft mellow sound. These models utilize a shorter shank to compensate for cup volume plus a larger throat size & backbore taper.
ModelThroatDescription
M15024‘150’ Rim diameter, standard bowl shape “C” cup, 24 throat and Schmidt backbore.
M150C27'150’ Rim diameter, standard bowl shape “C” cup with tighter 27 throat and Schilke C backbore.
M150D24‘150’ Rim diameter, standard bowl shape “C” cup, 24 throat and TIGHTER Schmidt backbore.
M150*24LARGER Schmidt backbore with a shorter throat in a 150 rim diameter. More open feel.
D15024Deeper bowl shape cup in ‘150’ rim diameter.
F15020‘F’ cup model with shorter shank in ‘150’ diameter. Offers a dark, mellow sound.
ModelThroatDescription
M224‘2’ Rim diameter, standard bowl shape “C” cup, 24 throat and Schmidt backbore.
M2C27‘2’ Rim diameter, standard bowl shape “C” cup with tighter 27 throat and Schilke C backbore.
M2D24‘2’ Rim diameter, standard bowl shape “C” cup, 24 throat and TIGHTER Schmidt backbore.
M2*24LARGER Schmidt backbore with a shorter throat in a 2 rim diameter. More open feel.
M2X24This model has the rim, throat, and backbore of a M2 but the cup shape of the M1 for slightly more cup volume.
D224Deeper bowl shape cup in ‘2’ rim diameter.
F220‘F’ cup model with shorter shank in ‘2’ diameter. Offers a dark, mellow sound.
ModelThroatDescription
M324‘3’ Rim diameter, standard bowl shape “C” cup, 24 throat and Schmidt backbore.
M3C27‘3’ Rim diameter, standard bowl shape “C” cup with tighter 27 throat and Schilke C backbore.
M3D24‘3’ Rim diameter, standard bowl shape “C” cup, 24 throat and TIGHTER Schmidt backbore.
M3*24LARGER Schmidt backbore with a shorter throat in a 3 rim diameter. More open feel.
D324Deeper bowl shape cup in ‘3’ rim diameter.
F320‘F’ cup model with shorter shank in ‘3’ diameter. Offers a dark, mellow sound.
ModelThroatDescription
M4C27The M4C ‘Symphony Series’ trumpet mouthpiece offers a comfortable rim profile and provides a full, vibrant sound! Created to meet the demands of an aspiring student or professional requiring a smaller inside rim diameter between M3C and M5C models. It futures a standard bowl shape “C” cup with tighter #27 throat and Schilke C backbore.
ModelThroatDescription
M5C27‘5’ Rim diameter, standard bowl shape “C” cup with tighter 27 throat and Schilke C backbore.

S Series Trumpet Mouthpieces

S Series

Working on custom mouthpieces with American Jazz trumpeter Ryan Kisor, lead trumpet with the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, we developed the S Series lead mouthpieces. Utilizing the rim shape of Symphony Series line with the Faddis cup, throat and backbore, we created a new line of high compression lead mouthpieces that provide a very comfortable, balanced mouthpiece with the resistance critical to playing in the extreme upper register with depth and resonance. Ideal for commercial lead trumpet playing.

ModelThroatDescription
S528Rim Comparison = Schilke M5C or 13
S428Rim Comparison = Schilke M4C or 14
S328Rim Comparison = Schilke M3C or 15

P Series Trumpet Mouthpieces

Expanding options for piccolo trumpet, the P Series pairs with our shallow ‘A’ cup and Schilke ‘x’ backbore to provide a comfortable, responsive mouthpiece choice for piccolo trumpet that is balanced through the range of the piccolo with a clear, resonate sound. The P Series offer slightly less brilliance and more warmth than the traditional 11Ax and 14A4x piccolo trumpet mouthpieces.

Available in three rim sizes in cornet shank or trumpet shank.

ModelThroatDescription
P727Rim Comparison = Schilke 11 or 7C
P627Rim Comparison = Schilke 12 or 6C
P527Rim Comparison = Schilke 13 or 5C

Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpieces

Jon Faddis
Jon Faddis XL Heavyweight Mouthpiece

In collaboration with Jazz Trumpet Legend Jon Faddis, this unique mouthpiece features a XL heavyweight blank profile which enhances projection and focus as well a rim profile, cup, and backbore preferred by Mr. Faddis.

ModelThroatDescription
Faddis XL29An extra large “Heavyweight” trumpet mouthpiece, this model’s design is based on the mouthpiece used by legendary jazz artist, musician, conductor, composer and educator Jon Faddis for his S43HDL-F set-up. Faddis XL inner rim equivalent = Schilke 11 with an extra shallow cup.
Marc Geujon
Marc Geujon ‘Soloiste’ Mouthpieces

Marc Geujon was instrumental in the design of the SB4-MG and SC4-MG Soloiste Series Bb & C Trumpets. Following the introduction of those models, Mr. Geujon was once again a driving force in design, this time on mouthpieces.

We are proud to introduce the new Soloiste Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpieces. A new rim contour, backbore design and exterior profile make these mouthpieces an exciting addition to the Schilke catalog.

ModelmmInchesThroatDescription
MG1 Soloiste17.430.68625A large sized trumpet mouthpiece, the MG1 Soloiste offers a unique tone that is full of warmth and color. Ideal for solo, chamber and orchestral literature, this mouthpiece is truly versatile. The MG1 Soloiste offers a fairly open feel due to the throat size and Geujon Signature backbore. This mouthpieces features a rim contour that was developed specifically for Mr. Geujon. Semi-round and with a high inside bite, this unique rim shape offers comfort and flexibility without feeling overly large for the player.
MG2 Soloiste17.43.68626The same comfortable rim used on the MG1, the MG2 provides more efficiency due to a smaller throat size and slightly less cup volume.
ModelmmInchesThroatDescription
MG1R Soloiste17.430.68625A large sized trumpet mouthpiece, the MG1 Soloiste offers a unique tone that is full of warmth and color. Ideal for solo, chamber and orchestral literature, this mouthpiece is truly versatile. The MG1 Soloiste offers a fairly open feel due to the throat size and Geujon Signature backbore. This mouthpieces features a rim contour that was developed specifically for Mr. Geujon. Semi-round and with a high inside bite, this unique rim shape offers comfort and flexibility without feeling overly large for the player.
MG2R Soloiste17.430.68626The same comfortable rim used on the MG1, the MG2 provides more efficiency due to a smaller throat size and slightly less cup volume.
ModelmmInchesThroatDescription
MG1P Soloiste17.43.68627Available in cornet or trumpet shank.
Osamu Takahashi
MOST Trumpet Mouthpieces

MOST Series trumpet mouthpieces were developed working with Schilke Artists Osamu Takahashi & Toshio Tanaka and are played by members of the renowned trumpet ensemble, The MOST. This series features a rim shape that was designed for Messrs. Takahashi & Tanaka, and falls between our #3 standard rim and #4 semi-flat rim in terms of contour and bite.

ModelmmInchesThroatDescription
MOST 117.430.68622The MOST 1 Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece offers a rich & pure tone with outstanding evenness throughout all ranges & dynamics. Designed with a standard cup depth and MOST-C Signature backbore. MOST Series trumpet mouthpieces feature a rim shape that was designed for Messrs. Takahashi and Tanaka, and falls between our #3 standard rim and #4 semi-flat rim in terms of contour and bite.
MOST 1M17.430.68624Similar to MOST 1, with more efficient throat. With MOST-C Signature backbore.
MOST 1S17.430.68623Similar to MOST 1, but with slightly deeper, more funnel-like cup shape. Offers a subtly darker and richer tone than the MOST 1. With MOST-C Signature backbore.
MOST 217.370.68424Similar to MOST 1M, with slightly smaller inner cup diameter and slightly shallower cup. With MOST-C Signature backbore.
MOST 317.180.67625With a smaller inner cup diameter than the MOST 1 or MOST 2, and a semi-shallow cup. With MOST-C Signature backbore.
MOST 416.940.66625The smallest inner cup diameter of any MOST trumpet mouthpiece, with semi-shallow cup and MOST-B2 Signature backbore
ModelmmInchesThroatDescription
MOST 1-RT17.430.68622The MOST 1 Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece offers a rich & pure tone with outstanding evenness throughout all ranges & dynamics. Designed with a standard cup depth and MOST-C Signature backbore. Designed for use with traditional rotary trumpets.
MOST 1S-RT17.430.68623Similar to MOST 1, but with slightly deeper, more funnel-like cup shape. With MOST-C Signature backbore. Designed for use with traditional rotary trumpets.
MOST 2-RT17.330.68224Similar to MOST 1, with slightly smaller inner cup diameter. With MOST-C Signature backbore. Designed for use with traditional rotary trumpets.
ModelmmInchesThroatDescription
MOST 5P17.130.67427A medium sized piccolo trumpet mouthpiece with a wide & round rim contour. With MOST-X Signature backbore. Available in cornet shank or trumpet shank.