Schilke 13C4 Trumpet Mouthpiece
Schilke mouthpieces are renowned for the way their
mouthpieces are measured. Their method enables the player to know the
characteristics of their mouthpiec; The First number designates the
model number. The First letter designates the CUP VOLUME.
Cup Volumes
- A. Small Cup (shallow)
- B. Medium-small
- C.
Standard (medium size) - D. Medium-large
- E. Large
The second number designates the RIM CONTOUR.
Rim Contours
- 1 Rounded
- 2 Semi-rounded
- 3 Standard
- 4 Semi-flat
- 5 Flat, Only slightly
rounded
The small last letter designates the BACKBORE.
Backbores
- a. Tight
- b. Straight slightly more open
- c. Standard
- d. Medium Large – Slightly
curved out - e. Large
The 13C4 has a somewhat sharp inner-edge and combining that with a funnel-shaped “C” cup offers a clear tone. The #4 indicates a semi-flat rim, which adds increased endurance. 16.89mm, Compares to Bach 5C
