Detail 01
28.52mm / 1.123 inch cup diameter
Bass trombone territory, one step under Schilke's largest 60. More lip vibrating means more low-end, more air required.
Product detailSKU #1275776904574
SchilkeStandard Large Shank Trombone Mouthpiece in Silver 59 Silver
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Schilke 59, large shank, silver plated. A 1.123-inch bass trombone mouthpiece for full-time bass players who need range at both ends.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Full-time bass trombone in orchestra, wind band or big band
- Players who need a strong low register without giving up the top
- Doublers moving up from a 58 who want more diameter
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Tenor trombone — the shank and cup are bass-sized
- Students; this diameter needs a developed bass embouchure
- Anyone whose horn has a small-shank 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.
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19/64 throat
Wider than the 15/64 throat on the tenor models. It lets the low register open up instead of choking off.
Detail 03
Large shank
Only fits a large-bore receiver. It will not seat in a small-shank tenor horn without an adapter.
Detail 04
Silver plating
Harder and slightly grippier on the lip than gold, and it holds up well to daily handling.
Detail 05
59 versus 58 and 60
The 58 is smaller and suits doublers; the 60 is Schilke's largest bass piece, for experienced players wanting maximum body.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your receiver — large shank only, so a tenor horn will not take it
- 02Sold as a single mouthpiece; no pouch or brush included
- 03Moving up from a 58 or smaller takes weeks of adjustment on air and endurance
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use this on a tenor trombone?
No. It is a large shank cut for bass trombone, and at 1.123 inches the cup is far larger than a tenor piece. It will not seat in a small-shank receiver.
02How does the 59 compare to the 60?
The 60 is Schilke's largest bass mouthpiece at 1.143 inches with a 5/16 throat, aimed at experienced players wanting a fuller body of sound. The 59 is slightly smaller and easier to manage.
03Is the 58 or 59 better for doubling on tenor?
The 58 is the one Schilke points doublers toward. The 59 is built for full-time bass work, so switching back to tenor from it is a bigger jump.
04Will it help my pedal register?
The large diameter and 19/64 throat both work in favor of the low end. You will need the air and embouchure strength to drive it, though.
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.
