Detail 01
Large shank
Fits large-bore tenor and bass trombone receivers. A small-shank slide needs a different mouthpiece, not an adapter workaround.
Product detailSKU #1275776904251
Schilke52E2 Large Shank Trombone Mouthpiece
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Large-shank Schilke trombone mouthpiece, 52 diameter with an E cup and number 2 rim. For large-bore tenor or bass trombone players wanting a rounder tone.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Large-bore tenor trombone players who need a matching large shank
- Section playing where an even, blended sound beats cutting edge
- Players who prefer a rounded rim over a flat, biting contour
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Small-shank horns — the large shank will not seat properly
- Commercial or lead players wanting a shallow, bright cup
- Beginners on a student small-bore trombone
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
E cup
Schilke's E is a deep, funnel-shaped cup. Smooth tone, flexible across registers, rather than bright and edgy.
Detail 03
Number 2 rim
Semi-rounded contour. More lip movement and flexibility than a flat number 4 rim, which trades that for endurance.
Detail 04
52 model number
Schilke's designation for the rim and cup diameter. Compare it against the diameter you already play before switching.
Detail 05
Schilke's naming order
Reads as diameter, cup, rim: 52 diameter, E cup, 2 rim. The letters and numbers mean the same across their line.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your slide receiver. Large shank only, no small-shank fit.
- 02Mouthpiece only — no pouch, case or cleaning brush.
- 03A deep funnel cup takes more air. Allow time to adjust.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my trombone?
Only if your slide takes a large shank, typical on large-bore tenors and bass trombones. A small-shank receiver won't accept it.
02What does the E mean?
The cup. Schilke's E is a deep funnel shape, giving a smooth tone and flexibility through the registers rather than a bright edge.
03Can I use it on a bass trombone?
Yes, if the receiver is large shank. Compare the 52 diameter to what you play now, since bass work often calls for a wider cup.
04How is a number 2 rim different from a number 4?
The 2 is semi-rounded, the 4 is semi-flat. Flat rims spread pressure for endurance; rounded rims let the lip move more freely.
