How do I choose a horn for my mouthpiece?

How do I choose a horn for my mouthpiece?

In general, Kruspe horns work better with deeper, more V-shaped mouthpiece cups with bore sizes in the 1 – 10 range, while Geyer horns work better with shallower, bowl-shaped mouthpiece cups with bore sizes in the 12-16 range. Remember, these are generalities, but they are good places to start.

What mouthpiece should I use?

Generally, the larger mouthpiece is often played for lower registers, and the smaller mouthpiece is played for the higher registers. Then, deeper cup produces darker and milder tones while shallower cup produces more brilliant and clearer tones. Standard cup depth would be preferred for a flexible performance.

What is the smallest brass mouthpiece?

The Bach trumpet mouthpiece with the smallest cup size is the model 3. It has a hole diameter (cup size) of only 16.30 mm which is the smallest of the trumpet mouthpieces.

How big is a French horn mouthpiece?

Aimed at progressing players, these mouthpiece provide an affordable step-up option for players looking to upgrade their mouthpiece. This John Packer 4B French Horn mouthpiece features a medium depth cup size with an inner diameter of 17.78mm.

What size trumpet mouthpiece is best for high notes?

The 5 Best Trumpet Mouthpieces for High Notes

• Paititi Gold Plated Bb 3C Trumpet Mouthpiece.
• Olymstore(TM) Gold Plated Trumpet Mouthpiece.
• Glory Silver Plated Bb Trumpet Mouthpiece ,7c.
• Bach Trumpet Mouthpiece 3C.
• StarSide Gold Plated Trumpet Mouthpiece, 3C Golden.

What size trumpet mouthpiece should I get?

If you are looking for a new mouthpiece, Bach is generally the way to go. 7C is the most common, but 3C and 5C can also be good choices depending on comfort. Other reputable manufacturers like Yamaha and Schilke provide a similar selection that can easily be compared to other Bach offerings. When in doubt, try one out!

What kind of mouthpiece did Miles Davis use?

Heim mouthpieces
Heim mouthpieces In the mid 50s, Miles Davis (probably one of the only jazz trumpeters we haven’t seen use a Bach!) moved onto his Heim mouthpiece. It had a narrow rim with a deep V cup that helped him create the super dark trumpet sound he’s known for.

How do I choose a brass mouthpiece?

How To Select a Brass Mouthpiece

1. Rim. The rim of the mouthpiece is the point of contact between the musician and the instrument.
2. Cup. There are two important measurements to the cup: the diameter and the volume.
3. Throat. The throat is the smallest point of the mouthpiece.
4. Backbore.

Is a 3C mouthpiece bigger than a 7c?

the 3C is slightly wider with a slightly shallower cup and a somewhat different rim design. The 7C is slightly deeper with a slightly narrower cup diameter, and a much sharper, more precise rim.

Do I need a bigger trumpet mouthpiece?

If you are not able to practice regularly, the smaller mouthpiece will help with you endurance. This may sound contradictory but with regular practice, the larger cup will allow you to continue to build, the smaller mouthpiece will not.