Detail 01
Large shank
Fits large bore tenor and bass trombone receivers only. A small shank horn needs a different taper or an adapter.
Product detailSKU #1275776904443
SchilkeStandard Large Shank Trombone Mouthpiece in Silver 51 Silver
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Schilke 51 large shank trombone mouthpiece, silver-plated. A 1.010" bowl cup for large bore tenor and orchestral players who want weight in the sound.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Orchestral tenor trombone where a broad, dark core is expected
- Players on large bore horns wanting fuller low register
- Stepping up from a stock student mouthpiece on a large bore
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Small shank horns — the 51 shank will not fit
- Lead and commercial playing needing a bright, easy high register
- Beginners; the wide cup takes air and embouchure strength
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
1.010" (25.63mm) cup diameter
Wide enough to move real air and settle low, but it costs endurance above the staff for smaller embouchures.
Detail 03
Bowl-shaped cup
Rounded rather than funnel or V. Rich, full tone with less bite than a shallower cup profile.
Detail 04
J throat
A comparatively open throat. More air passes freely, which broadens the sound and reduces resistance behind the note.
Detail 05
Semi-flat rim
Spreads pressure over more lip area, so long sessions feel more comfortable than a narrow round rim.
Detail 06
Silver plating
Slightly firmer grip and a touch more edge in the sound than gold. Some players react to silver on the lip.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your slide receiver is large shank before ordering — measure or check your horn's specs
- 02Sold as a single mouthpiece; no pouch, case, or cleaning brush included
- 03Cup diameter this wide changes your endurance for a few weeks — expect an adjustment period
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 horn takes a large shank mouthpiece — typical of large bore tenor and bass trombones. Small and medium bore horns use small shank and will not accept it.
02What's the difference between the 51 and the 52?
The 52 is 1.015" versus the 51's 1.010", with a 17/64 throat instead of the 51's more open J. The 52 gives a slightly broader sound.
03Is this good for jazz or lead playing?
Not really. The wide bowl cup and open J throat favor a dark orchestral sound. Lead players usually want a shallower cup and smaller diameter for high-register response.
04Silver or gold plating — does it change the sound?
The difference is mostly feel. Silver grips a little more and reads slightly brighter; gold feels smoother and slicker. Choose gold if silver irritates your lip.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Silver
19 detailsOther
- 46
- 24.54mm, .966 inch cup diameter; 15/64 throat. The semi-flat rim has a high point close to the center of the mouthpiece which allows for a great deal of flexibility. Ideally suited for the beginner trombone player.
- 47
- 24.99mm, .984 inch cup diameter; 15/64 throat. For both professionals and students alike, this outstanding mouthpiece combines good response with superior tone quality and intonation.
- 50
- 25.40mm, 1.00 inch cup diameter; 17/64 throat. Particularly adapted to the medium and large-bore tenor trombones. This Schilke standard model make this a fine all-around mouthpiece.
- 51
- 25.63mm, 1.010 inch cup diameter; J throat. A large bowl shaped cup producing a rich tone quality. Ideally suited for large bore tenor and orchestral performers.
- 52
- 25.78mm, 1.015 inch cup diameter; 17/64 throat. Slightly larger diameter than the model 51, this mouthpiece produces a slightly broader sound.
- 53
- 26.24mm, 1.033 inch cup diameter; 15/64 throat. This combination of large cup diameter and bowl shape is widely favored by those who desire a rich full sound.
- 57
- 26.52mm, 1.044 inch cup diameter; 15/64 throat. This model is an excellent choice for those who play tenor and bass trombone.
- 58
- 27.68mm, 1.090 inch cup diameter; 19/64 throat. A highly recommended mouthpiece for those who double on tenor and bass, and the full-time bass trombonist, combining both good intonation with great lower and upper registers.
- 59
- 28.52mm, 1.123 inch cup diameter; 19/64 throat. An outstanding mouthpiece for the full-time bass trombonist, combining great intonation with excellent lower and upper registers.
- 60
- 29.03mm, 1.143 inch cup diameter; 5/16 throat. The largest Schilke bass mouthpiece offering a full body of sound for the experienced player.
- 46d
- 24.76mm, .975 inch cup diameter; 15/64 throat. The cup diameter and volume is slightly larger than the 46, producing a full, resonant tone. Also recommended for the younger baritone/euphonium player.
- 51b
- 25.63mm, 1.010 inch cup diameter; F throat. This mouthpiece incorporates a large diameter with a medium-small B cup and small throat.
- 52d
- 25.78mm, 1.015 inch cup diameter; ¼ throat. Like the model 51D, the large D cup makes this mouthpiece ideal for symphonic trombone playing. Also a good choice for the Euphonium player requiring a larger diameter mouthpiece.
- 51d
- 25.55mm, 1.005 inch cup diameter; J throat. One of the most popular Schilke models, this mouthpiece offers a very large D cup and is excellent for the strong player. It is particularly suited for the Euphonium, producing a full dark tone.
- 47c4
- 25.10mm, .988 inch cup diameter; 15/64 throat. For both professionals and students alike, this outstanding mouthpiece combines good response with superior tone quality and intonation. Like the model 47 but with a slightly wider, semi-flat number 4 rim.
- 52e2
- 25.91mm, 1.020 inch cup diameter; J throat. With its extremely deep E cup and narrower, rounder number 2 rim, this mouthpiece an ideal symphonic choice for the robust player. Also a good choice for Euphonium player requiring more cup volume than the 52D.
- 50c4
- 25.40mm, 1.00 inch cup diameter; F throat. The medium-deep cup and medium-wide rim make this mouthpiece an outstanding choice for medium and large-bore tenor trombones, combining a rich, full sound with a high level of efficiency and playability.
- 51c4
- 25.63mm, 1.010 inch cup diameter; J throat. A large bowl shaped cup producing a rich tone quality. Ideally suited for large bore tenor and orchestral performers. Similar to the model 51, with a slightly shallower cup and semi-flat number 4 rim.
- 44e4
- 24.28mm, .956 inch cup diameter; 15/64 throat. A small cup diameter, this mouthpiece offers a very deep E cup and semi-flat number 4 rim.
