Detail 01
.687 inch cup diameter
Sits between the 31 at .675 and the 32 at .702. Wider than the original Farkas 30, so more sound and more work.
Product detailSKU #1275776903945
SchilkeStandard Series French Horn Mouthpiece in Silver 31B Silver
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Schilke 31B French horn mouthpiece in silver: .687-inch cup, wide rim, medium-depth bowl cup and a .182-inch throat. Aimed at a dark, full section sound.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Section horn players who need weight and darkness in the sound
- Players moving off a Farkas-style 30 wanting more rim and cup
- Low horn parts that ask for volume without brightness
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Descant horn or high-register specialists — the 28 covers that
- First horn players who want a narrow, thin rim
- Anyone chasing bright, edgy projection over blend
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
14 / .182 inch throat
Larger than the 30's .173. Takes more air, gives more volume, and asks for more control at soft dynamics.
Detail 03
Wide rim, higher center point
The contact point moves inward, so the piece feels smaller on the lip than .687 inch suggests, while spreading pressure.
Detail 04
Medium-depth bowl cup
Bowl rather than the V shape of the standard 31. That's what darkens the tone instead of adding edge.
Detail 05
31B vs 31
The B is wider (.687 vs .675), has a smaller throat (.182 vs .185), and trades the V cup for a bowl.
Detail 06
Silver plating
Finish only. Rim, cup and throat dimensions are unaffected by the plating choice.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your horn's receiver takes a standard American shank before ordering
- 02Sold as the mouthpiece alone — no pouch or brush
- 03Bigger throat means more air; expect a fortnight of adjustment
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How is the 31B different from a Farkas 30?
The 30 is the original Farkas model at .670 inch with a .173 throat and a deep cup. The 31B is wider at .687, has a larger .182 throat, and uses a medium-depth bowl cup for a darker tone.
02Is the 31B good for a student?
It's a lot of mouthpiece. The 29 is the one built to suit both younger players and professionals, with a large rim but a smaller bore. The 31B's wider cup and bigger throat demand more air support.
03Will this help my low register?
The wider .687 cup and .182 throat move things that way — more cup volume and more air through mean a fuller, darker bottom end. The trade is control and endurance up top.
04What do the two throat numbers mean?
They're the same measurement two ways: the drill gauge and its size in inches. On the 31B, 14 equals .182 inch. Lower gauge numbers mean a larger opening.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Silver
10 detailsOther
- 27
- 16.25mm, .640 inch cup diameter; 16, ,177 inch throat. A narrow diameter and thin rim creates a special mouthpiece for the first horn player.
- 28
- 16.15mm, .636 inch cup diameter; 26, .147 inch throat. A true “French” model mouthpiece having a small cup and throat that definitely favors the high register. Recommended for the Descant Horn.
- 29
- 17.53mm, .690 inch cup diameter; 17, .173 inch throat. Offers a balanced option that is very adaptable to both the younger player and the professional needing a stronger upper register with a large rim diameter, standard rim contour, cup, and smaller bore.
- 30
- 17.03mm, .670 inch cup diameter; 17, .173 inch throat. The original Farkas Model, the wide rounded rim and fairly deep cup makes the 30 a good all-around mouthpiece for the experienced player.
- 31
- 17.14mm, .675 inch cup diameter; 13, .185 inch throat. This model has a V shaped cup, thicker standard rim and a slightly larger diameter to aid in producing a greater volume of sound.
- 32
- 17.83mm, .702 inch cup diameter; 2, .221 inch throat. The extra-large cup diameter, cup volume, and backbore produces a rich, dark tone color.
- 31b
- 17.40mm, .687 inch cup diameter; 14, .182 inch throat. A wide rim with a higher center point and a medium depth bowl shaped cup produces a rich, dark tone.
- 30b
- 16.92mm, .666 inch cup diameter; 14, .182 inch throat. This model was designed with a smaller “B” style cup and thin, flat rim.
- 31c2
- 17.43mm, .688 inch cup diameter; 14, .182 inch throat. The 31C2 has a very thin rim and medium-large cup offering a great volume of tone.
- 30c2
- 17.03mm, .670 inch cup diameter; 8, .199 inch throat. Based on a standard design, this mouthpiece has an excellent response in high or low range and a free-blowing feel. Recommended for both professional and developing players alike.
