Detail 01
Large shank
Only fits large-bore trombone leadpipes. A small-shank horn needs a different mouthpiece or an adapter.
Product detailSKU #1274115060053
BachLarge Shank Trombone Mouthpiece 5GS
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Large-shank 5GS trombone mouthpiece from Bach. Wide cup with a deep, funnel-leaning bowl — aimed at bass and large-bore tenor players who need low-register weight.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Bass trombone players wanting a fuller pedal and low range
- Large-bore tenor horns with a large-shank receiver
- Section players covering the bottom of an ensemble
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Small-shank tenor trombones — the shank will not seat
- Lead players who need bright, cutting projection up high
- Beginners still building embouchure strength on a small cup
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.
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5G-size rim
Wide rim diameter spreads pressure over more lip. More endurance for some players, less control for small embouchures.
Detail 03
S cup designation
Deeper, more conical cup than a plain G. Darker low end, more air required to fill the horn.
Detail 04
Bach
Bach cup and rim numbering is the reference most trombone players compare other brands against.
Detail 05
$85 price
Standard-line pricing, not a custom or hand-finished piece. Replaceable without much thought if lost.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your horn takes a large shank before ordering — measure or check the model
- 02No case, pouch, or brush is included with the mouthpiece
- 03Switching cup depth changes your sound and endurance; allow weeks to adjust
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my student trombone?
Most student tenor trombones use a small shank, so it will not fit. Large shank fits bass trombones and large-bore tenors. Check your receiver first.
02What is the difference between 5G and 5GS?
Same rim size family, different cup. The S is deeper and more funnel-shaped, which favors low-register weight and a darker sound over upper-register brightness.
03Is this good for bass trombone?
Yes. The wide rim and deep cup are aimed at bass and large-bore playing, where low-register fullness matters more than high-range ease.
04Can I use an adapter to fit a small-shank horn?
Adapters exist but change the gap between mouthpiece and leadpipe, which affects response and intonation. Better to buy the shank your horn takes.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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- Prop65
- WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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