Detail 01
.643 inch cup diameter
On the small side of the Standard line, which runs to .673. Less lip inside the rim, tighter control, smaller margin for error.
Product detailSKU #1275776904514
SchilkeStandard Series Cornet Mouthpiece Group I in Gold 9 Gold
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Gold-plated Schilke Standard cornet mouthpiece, model 9. A .643-inch cup with a 26 throat, for cornet players who want a compact rim and a full, penetrating tone.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Cornet players who find .660-plus rims hard to control
- Anyone wanting a firm, penetrating sound rather than a soft funnel cup
- Players who want a middle-of-the-road setup with no specialized rim or cup
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Trumpet players — this is cut for cornet receivers
- Anyone chasing a deep mellow tone; the 8E2 and 11E use funnel cups
- High lead work — the shallow A-cup models handle that range
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
26 throat
The standard bore in this series. The 27-throat models pair with tight A-backbores aimed at upper register; 26 stays more even overall.
Detail 03
Standard rim and cup
No semi-flat #4 rim, no shallow A cup. Response and endurance are general-purpose rather than tuned for range or stamina.
Detail 04
Model number vs letters
The number sets cup diameter; letters set cup depth and rim contour. A 9 and 9C4 share size but not feel.
Detail 05
Gold plating
Finish only. Rim, cup and throat dimensions match the silver version of the same model number.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Cornet shank — it will not seat in a trumpet or flugelhorn receiver
- 02Mouthpiece only; no pouch, case or cleaning brush
- 03Want more endurance at this size? The 9C4 adds a semi-flat #4 rim
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my trumpet?
No. It is a cornet mouthpiece and the shank is cut for a cornet receiver. Schilke's trumpet models use a different shank.
02How does the 9 compare to the 14?
The 9 is .643 inch across, the 14 is .670. That is a noticeable step; the 14 puts more lip inside the rim and is the more common all-around size.
03Is the gold worth it over silver?
The playing dimensions are identical. Plating is the surface against your lip, so it comes down to feel and finish preference, not sound specs.
04Is this a good student mouthpiece?
The 13 is the size described for students and developing players, with a rounder rim and quicker response. The 9's smaller cup asks for more developed control.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Gold
31 detailsOther
- 9
- 16.33 mm, .643 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. Standard characteristics allow for a full penetrating tone quality.
- 11
- 16.53 mm, .653 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. A superior mouthpiece with standard characteristics for a free-blowing mouthpiece.
- 12
- 16.69 mm, .657 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. A traditional medium size mouthpiece that includes a number 3 standard rim and c-backbore, which allows the player a full spectrum of sound.
- 13
- 16.89 mm, .665 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. Ideal choice for a student or developing player with standard number 3 rim contour. The rounder rim provides increased flexibility and quick response. The C cup offers volume for tone.
- 14
- 17.02 mm, .670 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. With a standard rim, cup and backbore, this model is an excellent choice for all-around playing.
- 13b
- 16.77, .660 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. This mouthpiece has a B cup that is slightly deeper than the 13A4 and also offers a narrower round rim.
- 14a4a
- 17.09 mm, .673 inch cup diameter; 27 throat. A very popular mouthpiece, the 14A4a offers a shallow A cup, semi-flat number 4 rim and tight a-backbore, which allows a player a strong upper register without sacrificing tonal production.
- 11ax
- 16.51 mm, .650 inch cup diameter; 27 throat. This model was developed for the Schilke piccolo trumpets. The x-backbore improves the ease of playing and opens up the sound on a piccolo trumpet.
- 6a4a
- 15.99 mm, .630 inch cup diameter; 27 throat. Shallow A cup with cushion number 4 rim for extreme high register work.
- 11a
- 16.51 mm, .650 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. This rim size and contour is similar to the model 11 mouthpiece, but with a shallower A cup.
- 14a4
- 17.09 mm, .673 inch cup diameter; 27 throat. Same as the 14A4a, but with a standard c-backbore that offers a more open feel.
- 13a4
- 16.76 mm, .660 inch cup diameter; 27 throat. Same as the 13A4a, but with a standard c-backbore which allows a free-blowing feel.
- 12a4
- 16.71 mm, .658 inch cup diameter; 27 throat. This mouthpiece is the same as a 12A4a, but with a standard c-backbore.
- 13c4
- 16.89 mm, .665 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. The somewhat sharp inner-edge combined with a funnel-shaped C cup offers a clear tone. The number 4 semi-flat rim adds increased endurance.
- 14c2
- 17.02 mm, .670 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. This C cup and number 2 semi-rounded rim produces a rather large tone and good center.
- 10a4
- 16.43 mm, .647 inch cup diameter; 27 throat. Same as the 10A4a but with a standard c-backbore, which offers less resistance.
- 11e
- 16.58 mm, .653 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. The large funnel-shaped cup encourages a big round tone, ideal for cornet.
- 10a4a
- 16.43 mm, .647 inch cup diameter; 27 throat. The combination of the shallow A cup, semi-flat number 4 rim and tight a-backore assists with upper register work.
- 12a4a
- 16.71 mm, .658 inch cup diameter; 27 throat. Similar to the 12B4, but with a shallow A cup and tight a-backbore, which adds both endurance and range.
- 7b4
- 16.08 mm, .633 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. Excellent for the player with thin lips. Number 4 rim provides good endurance with a brilliant tone.
- 11c2
- 16.51 mm, .650 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. Similar to the model 11 featuring a slightly rounded number 2 rim contour.
- 14b
- 17.02 mm, .670 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. Similar to the model 14, but with a B cup that is medium-small size.
- 12b4
- 16.71 mm, .658 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. This medium-small conical B cup provides a full tone and the number 4 semi-flat rim allows for more endurance.
- 8e2
- 16.15 mm, .636 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. The deep funnel-shaped cup provides a smooth tone and is very flexible in all registers. Recommended for cornet players
- 13d4
- 16.89 mm, .665 inch cup diameter; 27 throat. Best option for a player looking for a thick, rich, weighted sound. Medium-large D cup offers a tone that is colorful with depth. The number 4 semi-flat rim affords comfort with a sharper bite for superior articulation clarity. The cup diameter is ideal for all players from student to professional.
- 10b4
- 16.43 mm, .643 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. A medium-small funnel-shaped B cup offers both a quality sound and support in the register.
- 13a4a
- 16.76 mm, .660 inch cup diameter; 27 throat. The shallow A cup, semi-flat number 4 rim and tight a-backbore creates an ideal lead mouthpiece.
- 11d4
- 16.58 mm, .653 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. Slightly deeper than the model 11 with a number 4 semi-flat rim, which provides a definite cushion feel for endurance.
- 14a4x
- 17.09 mm, .673 inch cup diameter; 27 throat. Based on the popular 14A4a, this mouthpiece creates a very open blowing feel with the large x-backbore. This backbore improves the ease of playing and opens up the sound of a piccolo trumpet.
- 9c4
- 16.36mm, .644 in cup diameter; 26 throat. Like the 9 mouthpiece, however the 4 semi-flat rim provides excellent endurance.
- 8a4
- 16.25 mm, .640 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. The slightly funnel-shape cup at the entrance to the throat provides a good tone and the number 4 semi-flat rim gives superior endurance.
