CHOOSING THE BEST TRUMPET MOUTHPIECE

Higher! Faster! Louder! Trumpets lead the band, carrying the melody or adding brilliant color as they soar above the ensemble. Choosing the right mouthpiece makes it easier to produce the sound you want. Here are some of the top Yamaha models.

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Just Getting Started

Standard Series 11B4 ‐ YAC TR11B4

The Standard Series 11B4 trumpet mouthpiece takes the stress out of creating music. The medium-small cup provides plenty of support for all levels of musicians - even those just starting to play. This is the mouthpiece size included with new Yamaha student trumpets.
Alternate choice: 14B4 ‐ slightly larger cup for a bigger sound, but still great for beginners

advantages

01Best for beginners
02Good sound right away
03Extra thick silver plating for added durability and longevity

High notes

Bobby Shew Lead trumpet mouthpiece - YAC SHEWLEAD

Here's a product with history ‐ this mouthpiece was designed with the help of legendary jazz trumpet player and Yamaha Artist Bobby Shew. The combination of its extremely shallow cup and tight backbore cause high notes to sing out with extra sizzle. Perfect for playing lead parts in a jazz band!
Alternate choice: 14A4a ‐ terrific for high notes but with a flatter rim for better endurance

advantages

01Easier high notes
02Extra support
03Perfect for lead players

Symphonic Sound

Tom Hooten Signature trumpet mouthpiece ‐ YAC HOOTEN

Developed in conjunction with Yamaha Artist Thomas Hooten, Principal Trumpet with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, this mouthpiece features an extra wide cup, a large throat, and an open backbore. The combination of these features creates a powerful sound, one that effortlessly carries over a live symphony orchestra.
Alternate choice: 16C4 ‐ a tried-and-true symphonic mouthpiece for filling up a concert hall