Detail 01
Small shank
Fits small-bore tenor trombones. A large-bore horn needs a large shank; the two are not interchangeable.
Product detailSKU #1308251060998
BachGold Rim Series Small Shank Trombone Mouthpiece 6-1/2AL
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Gold-plated-rim 6-1/2AL trombone mouthpiece with a small shank. The standard tenor trombone size, for players wanting a smoother rim feel.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Tenor trombone players in concert band or orchestra
- Students moving up from a stock mouthpiece
- Players with a silver plating sensitivity
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Large-bore or bass trombones needing a large shank
- Lead players wanting a shallower commercial cup
- Baritone or euphonium with a different receiver
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
6-1/2AL size
Medium-large rim with a deeper cup. Favors a full, round sound over easy high-register work.
Detail 03
Gold-plated rim
Slicker and warmer on the lip than silver, and it avoids reactions in players sensitive to silver plating.
Detail 04
AL cup
Deeper than the plain 6-1/2A. More body in the low and middle range, slightly more effort up top.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check whether your slide takes a small or large shank before ordering
- 02No case or pouch included
- 03Switching cup depth changes response — give it a few weeks
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does a 6-1/2AL fit my trombone?
Only if your horn takes a small shank. Small-bore tenor trombones do; large-bore tenors and bass trombones need a large shank.
02What is the difference between 6-1/2A and 6-1/2AL?
Same rim, deeper cup on the AL. The AL gives a fuller, rounder sound and is the common choice for concert and orchestral playing.
03Is gold rim worth it?
It changes feel, not sound. The rim is slicker on the lip and solves problems for players who react to silver plating.
04Can I use this on a euphonium?
No. Euphoniums use a different receiver and mouthpiece taper. Use a euphonium mouthpiece instead.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Gold
