What do the number and letter of Bach system trumpet mouthpieces signify?

NOTE: Numbers and letters are drill bit sizes. The smaller the number, the larger the throat. Generally, the larger the throat, the freer blowing the mouthpiece and the more volume possible.

What is a 3C trumpet mouthpiece good for?

3C with wider cushion style rim. 3D / Medium shallow / 16.30 mm / Medium wide. / Fairly large, medium shallow cup produces a more brilliant tone. Facilitates high register. 3E / Shallow / 16.30 mm / Medium wide. / Preferred by players who want a large mouthpiece but with a shallow cup.

How to see the full line of Bach trumpet mouthpieces?

If you’re interested in seeing the full line of Bach trumpet mouthpieces, you should investigate the Kanstul Mouthpiece Comparator. (click logo) These Alpha Angles were calculated using the specific mouthpieces scanned by the Kanstul Mouthpiece Comparator.

Who was the first trumpet player to use a C Cup?

Vincent Bach was the first to develop the first true “C” style cup, that is used most commonly today by trumpet players. If you’re interested in seeing the full line of Bach trumpet mouthpieces, you should investigate the Kanstul Mouthpiece Comparator. (click logo)

What kind of mouthpiece does Vincent Bach use?

Vincent Bach mouthpieces have known large variances through the years, but here is a further analysis of the various Bach “C cup” series of mouthpieces completed by Michael Camilleri of the AU/NZ/Asia Balanced Embouchure site. Click Here for more Alpha Angle Analysis of various mouthpieces by Michael.

What are the alpha angles of Bach mouthpieces?

As the author of this study notes, given the great variation in Bach mouthpieces the alpha angles can have large variation based upon the specific mouthpiece scanned through the Kanstul Mouthpiece Comparator. The definition of “Alpha Angles”, or “relief” or “undercut” is best described by can be GR mouthpieces.