Detail 01
.690 in (17.52 mm) cup diameter
Large side of medium. The rim's high point sits near the center, so it plays smaller than the number suggests.
Product detailSKU #1275776904331
SchilkeStandard Series Cornet Mouthpiece Group II in Silver 18 Silver
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Silver-plated Schilke cornet mouthpiece, .690-inch cup with a 26 throat. Larger Group II diameter for players who want a rich, brilliant tone with room to breathe.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Brass band cornet players wanting a full, projecting sound
- Players stepping up from a .677 rim without a large jump
- Anyone whose current rim feels cramped on long phrases
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Developing players still building strength for a large diameter
- Upper-register commercial work that wants a shallower cup
- Trumpet players — cornet mouthpieces use a different shank
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
Standard number 3 rim contour
Rounder profile rather than a flat cushion. More flexibility and quicker response, but less shelf to lean on.
Detail 03
26 throat
Standard bore across most of Group II, so resistance stays familiar if you try a neighboring size.
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Rich, brilliant tone
Bright edge over a full core — carries through an ensemble rather than sitting underneath it.
Detail 05
Group II sizing
Schilke's larger range, .674 to .720 inch. The 18 sits mid-pack, leaving room to move either direction.
Detail 06
Silver plating
Standard finish. Wipe dry after playing; tarnish is surface-level and comes off with polish, not scrubbing.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mouthpiece only — no pouch, brush, or case included
- 02Cornet shank; it will not seat properly in a trumpet
- 03Give a .690 rim two to three weeks before judging endurance
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What size is the Schilke 18 cornet mouthpiece?
.690 inch (17.52 mm) cup diameter with a 26 throat, in Schilke's larger Group II range.
02Is the 18 too big for me?
It measures .690 inch, but the high point sits near the center so it feels smaller than it is. Coming from the .677 model 16, the step up is small.
03How does the 18 compare to the 18B4?
The 18B4 keeps the same diameter but uses a medium-shallow cup and semi-flat number 4 rim — more resistance and comfort up top. The 18 is the standard all-around version.
04Can I use this on a trumpet?
No. Cornet mouthpieces use a different shank than trumpet. Schilke lists its trumpet models separately.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Silver
21 detailsOther
- 15
- 17.12 mm, .674 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. An excellent all-around mouthpiece which offers a free blowing, clear sound.
- 16
- 17.20 mm, .677 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. This medium-large diameter mouthpiece produces a full, free blowing quality.
- 17
- 17.33 mm, .682 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. A compromise of all the medium characteristics, this mouthpiece is an excellent medium to large diameter mouthpiece.
- 18
- 17.52 mm, .690 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. The high point being nearer to the center makes this mouthpiece feel smaller than it is. The standard characteristics produce a rich, brilliant tone.
- 19
- 17.65 mm, .695 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. The C cup, number 3 rim and standard c-backbore are similar to the model 20 but with a slightly smaller diameter.
- 20
- 17.78 mm, .700 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. This large diameter is for the robust embouchure. Original mouthpiece of choice for Renold O. Schilke.
- 22
- 18.03 mm, .710 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. Similar to the model 20 but with a larger inside diameter.
- 24
- 18.29 mm, .720 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. Our largest cup diameter offered. This mouthpiece provides a huge volume of sound.
- 15a4
- 17.14 mm, .675 inch cup diameter; 27 throat. Same as the 15A4a but with a larger c-backbore for an open feel.
- 16b4
- 17.20 mm, .677 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. Same as the model 16C4 except the shallower, medium-small B cup offers more resistance, providing a brighter quality of sound. The 16B4 is an excellent choice for Eb trumpet when a player requires a bigger rim diameter.
- 18c3d
- 17.52 mm, .690 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. Similar in dimension to the model 18 but with a larger d-backbore producing a large, teutonic tone.
- 16c4
- 17.20 mm, .677 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. Similar to the 16 in dimensions, this mouthpiece offers a number 4 semi-flat rim for a more traditional feel and increased endurance.
- 17d4
- 17.33 mm, .682 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. This mouthpiece includes a deeper D cup and number 4 semi-flat rim for improved endurance.
- 15c4
- 17.14 mm, .675 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. This mouthpiece is similar to the model 15 but with the number 4 semi-flat rim for increased endurance.
- 17d4d
- 17.33 mm, .682 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. A larger blowing mouthpiece than the 17D4 because of the increased backbore.
- 16c2
- 17.20 mm, .677 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. This model offers the same options as the model 16, but instead offers a number 2 rim for increased flexibility.
- 15a4a
- 17.14 mm, .675 inch cup diameter; 27 throat. A larger diameter mouthpiece with a shallow A cup and tight a-backbore for upper register playing. Number 4 semi-flat rim offers comfort in upper register.
- 18b4
- 17.52 mm, .690 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. Ideal for a classical player looking for a co mmercial sound, the medium shallow cup and semi-flat rim provide resistance and comfort for upper register playing. Cup shape offers some sparkle in the sound with enough volume for tone.
- 20d2d
- 17.73 mm, .698 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. Similar to the model 20 in diameter but includes a larger D style cup, number 2 semi-round rim and larger d-backbore.
- 17b4
- 17.33 mm, .682 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. Well suited for the player looking for a shallower cup in a larger diameter. Medium-small B cup offers more brilliance for projection with number 4 semi-flat rim for comfort.
- 15b
- 17.12 mm, .674 inch cup diameter; 26 throat. With the same diameter as the model 15, this mouthpiece includes B style cup which produces a more brilliant sound than the standard model 15 mouthpiece.
